Boca Raton

SEPTEMBER 2024 LUNCH - Mama Mia's Trattoria
2024-09-21 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Mama Mias Trattoria West, 7410 W Boynton Beach Blvd, W Boynton Beach, FL, 33437, United States
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7410 W Boynton Beach Blvd
Boynton Beach, FL 33437
Phone: 561-509-0925

BOARD MEETING SEPTEMBER 11
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Monthly Meeting BRARA Officers and Board Members. 6PM on Zoom. Members are welcome to attend. Contact the Board at directors@brara.org to get the Zoom link.

General Meeting - SEPTEMBER 3- JOHN KRUK N9UPC YAESU SALES MANAGER
2024-09-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Library
THIS MEETING WILL BE AT THE LIBRARY AND ON ZOOM
John’s Bio

Licensed since the mid-90’s in northern WI
Started working in two-way radio in 1999
Has worked in Law Enforcement, Fire, and is still a Community/Critical Care Paramedic

– Trained in FEMA Com-L, Com-T, and AUXCOM

Has worked numerous local events requiring emergency communications and vital comms
Serves as the West Central DEC for Wisconsin ARES/RACES
Used multiple digital voice modes and runs a server allowing cross connection to other modes

BOARD MEETING AUGUST 14
2024-08-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom

General Meeting - AUGUST 6 - Palm Beach County Commissioner Greg Weiss - AI (ZOOM ONLY)
2024-08-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Library
THIS MEETING WILL BE ZOOM ONLY
Commissioner Gregg Weiss, a retired business executive from California, was elected to the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners in 2018 and reelected in 2022. He focuses on several key priorities. First, Gregg advocates for accessible technology and ethical AI use in local governance, serving on the FCC’s Intergovernmental Advisory Board and leading efforts to expand high-speed internet access. Second, he champions water conservation and quality, chairing the Water Resources Taskforce and the Lake Worth Lagoon Initiative Steering Committee. Third, Gregg actively fights against bigotry and hate crimes through local ordinances and community leadership.
Additionally, he prioritizes improving mental health services, including expanding the mental health court in Palm Beach County. Finally, Gregg promotes economic development for well-paying jobs and has worked to reduce property taxes while advocating against wasteful spending. Before his commissioner role, Gregg held leadership positions in the business sector and was actively involved in community organizations. He and his wife, Rebecca, settled in West Palm Beach after retiring early to sail around the world.
THE TALK: “Understanding Generative Artificial Intelligence: A Journey into The World of AI Innovation”.
Commissioner Weiss will explain what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is and how the technology developed, as well as give examples of how it’s being used today, from everyday life to healthcare. He will also discuss how we can navigate the challenges of AI — for instance, its ethical considerations and potential for misuse – as well as AI in governance. At the end of his presentation Commissioner Weiss will take questions from the audience.

July Lunch
2024-07-25 11:30 - 13:00 | ICHIYAMI BUFFET & SUSHI, 145 SE Mizner Blvd, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Ichiyami
In the Royal Palm Place
145 SE Mizner Blvd
Boca Raton, FL
561-395-7977
www.ichiyamisushi.com
Ichiyami offers several choices of buffet food. There is sushi, prepared Chinese items, and Mongolian Barbeque as well as salad and dessert items. As an option guests can order tea (hot or iced) for an additional charge. Attendees are expected to pay cash. The estimated cost per person is typically $20 to $25 which includes tax and tip.
Note: This is a Thursday which allows us to take advantage of lower prices. It is set early because parking is hard to find. Please RSVP by 5:00pm, Monday, July 22.
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BOARD MEETING JULY 10
2024-07-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom

General Meeting - July 2 - Frank Haas KB4T - Interference
2024-07-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Library
Our speaker for July will be Frank Haas KB4T. Frank has been licensed as an Amateur Radio Operator since April 1965. Haas earned both his Amateur Extra Class and First Class Radiotelephone Operator’s Licenses in 1979. Haas serves as the Technical Coordinator for ARRL’s North Florida Section. Haas is employed by Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) as a Land Mobile Wireless Communications Specialist for FPL’s North Area. In addition to servicing and maintaining sophisticated P25, Microwave and Data communications systems, Haas specializes in Power Line Interference Investigation and Mitigation. Over his 20 year career with FPL, Haas has investigated hundreds of Interference issues both power line related and non-power line related. He has a 99% successful resolution record. His success in this specialty won him a seat on the IEEE Working Group that recently created Recommended Practices and Standards for Power Utilities to follow regarding power line interference complaints and resolutions. Haas speaks to Amateur Radio groups on the subject of Power Line Interference Investigation. Hams from around the United States contact Haas for assistance in resolving Interference issues of all sorts. While Ham Radio is his primary hobby, Haas is an Instrument Rated Private Pilot, former Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Broker and personal computing expert and consultant.

FIELD DAY 2024
2024-06-22 13:00 - 2024-06-23 13:00 | Shack
The BRARA Board and Officers have decided to cancel our planned Field Day activities after the top section of our tower folded over during an unexpected severe storm. Members who would like to participate in Field Day activities are welcome to join the Gold Coast Amateur Radio Society who will be at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach. If you want to participate with GCARS, please fill out their registration form for attending and/or food. Their web site is https://www.w4bug.org.

BOARD MEETING JUNE 12
2024-06-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Monthly Meeting BRARA Officers and Board Members. Members are welcome to attend. Contact the Board at directors@brara.org to get the Zoom link.

General Meeting - June 4 - Sammy Hadid, NWS - Hurricane Outlook
2024-06-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Library
Our speaker for June will be Sammy Hadid. Sammy is a meteorologist at the NOAA National Weather Service forecast office (WFO) in Miami, FL. Information will be provided on the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Seasonal Outlook and the potential impacts of La Niña on this hurricane season. We will talk about the main hurricane hazards, a history of hurricane impacts in South Florida, and how to interpret National Weather Service hurricane forecast information and use it to properly plan and prepare for tropical storms and hurricanes. There will be a Q&A following Sammy’s presentation.

May Lunch
2024-05-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Mama Mias Trattoria West, 7410 W Boynton Beach Blvd, W Boynton Beach, FL, 33437, United States
Mamma Mia’s Trattoria of West Boynton Beach
7410 W. Boynton Beach Blvd.
Boynton Beach, FL 3343
Phone: 561-509-0925
www.mammamiastrattoria.com
Everyone will order off the regular menu and pay individually, including tax and a
gracious tip. If anyone needs to cancel, even at the last minute, e-mail Henry
Seidner, WA2ROA at hseidner@me.com. There are many Mamma Mia’s. Please
make sure to attend the above location. This is the one we always use.
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General Meeting - Robert Molleda, NWS, Space Weather
2024-05-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom
Our speaker this month is Robert Molleda from the National Weather Service. Robert will give a presentation on Space Weather followed by a Q&A. This will be a Zoom only meeting due to the unavailability of the library

APRIL 2024 LUNCH - Casa Tequila
2024-04-20 13:00 - 14:30 | CASA TEQUILA MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 8228 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
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Casa Tequila
8228 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33434
561-430-5458
www.greatmexicancuisine.com

Satellite Communications Antenna Build
2024-04-12 08:30 - 11:30 | Zoom
We will be having our BRARA Satellite Antenna Build Friday, 4/12/24 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM at the Shack. Members participating have made firm reservations and paid the $35 kit fee. The session is basically full. If you have interest please contact Henry Seidner, WA2ROA at hseidner@me.com

BOARD MEETING
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Monthly Meeting BRARA Officers and Board Members

General Meeting - Dave Vest, K8DV DX Engineering Customer Support
2024-04-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Hybrid
Our speaker this month is Dave Vest, K8DV. Dave was first licensed in 1978 at 14 and through the years has experienced many phases of ham radio including code, voice AM, FM and Sideband, HF, VHF, UHF, Slow-scan TV, and Radioteletype. David is a Life Member of ARRL. Over the past 2 decades David has become more active than the first half of his ham career earning five band DXCC, five band WAS (worked all states), five band WAZ (worked all zones). Dave is also a member of the DXCC Honor Roll and 2500 DXCC Challenge slots. David is active restoring and using vintage SSB equipment such as Collins and Drake equipment. David works part time for DX Engineering and enjoys helping new and experienced hams get or stay on the air successfully. David will give a summary of his experiences supporting ham operators over the phone. There will be a Q&A following Dave’s presentation.

DELRAY YACHT INTRACOASTAL CRUISE
2024-03-30 15:30 - 18:30
On Saturday, March 30th we are planning to join the 5:30 PM Delray Yacht Cruise leaving from the intercostal at the end of East Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach. It is about two hours and there is free parking. Parking is hard to find because of the construction so ask them to text you a map. To be assured a spot, call the cruise company, and purchase your tickets in advance by calling 561-243-0686. The cruise departs at 5:30 PM. Members should plan on arriving about 4:30 PM to pick up their tickets and get in line to board at 5:00 PM. It is open seating. For more information, their website is www.delraybeachcruises.com or e-mail Henry, WA2ROA at hseidner@me.com.

Radiator Grille
2024-03-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Shack
BRARA SHACK 11AM until 2PM
NOTE: Moved to March 24 rain date
$5 Donation toward food is requested

Satellite Communications Q&A
2024-03-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
As a follow-up to the February BRARA monthly meeting, Rick Rosen, K1DS and Henry, WA2ROA will be available on Thursday, March 14th at 8:00 PM via Zoom for a Q&A session on communicating via satellite. Rick will answer questions and Henry will facilitate next steps which will include building antennas at the shack from a kit. Details and next steps to follow. Members can e-mail Henry at hseidner@me.com with any questions about the process in advance of the Zoom. Satellite Comm Zoom Link

BRARA AUCTION
2024-03-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Zoom
AUCTION

March 9, 2024 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join us for BRARA Spring 2024 Zoom Auction

WHAT: Radios, Antennas, Accessories, etc. CLICK FOR LIST
WHERE: Zoom Meeting and BID via Zoom CHAT
WHO: Open to BRARA Members ONLY
WHY: Free up space and raise funds
PICK-UP: Pickup at The Shack
PAYMENT: Cash or check ONLY, paid at time of pickup
PHOTOS: CLICK FOR PICTURES Photo list c/o Jay N2ELG
AUCTIONEER: Bruce KO4XL
RECORDER: Barry KO4FBU
GREETERS: Jay.S N2ELG
GETTING STARTED
Bruce will open the auction and state an item number. The item will be shown on screen. He and others will speak to the details and status of each item so you will have an idea to the quality of each item presented.
Bruce will announce the final results for an item and Barry will post it in the Zoom CHAT so we have a recording of the transaction.
JOINING ZOOM
When you enter the meeting, please change your Zoom Name to include your CALLSIGN e.g. “Mike K8BQ“.
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ZOOM AUCTION LINK

General Meeting - Ian Barton VK5AIB Power tilt over antenna mount
2024-03-05 18:30 - 2024-03-06 20:30 | Hybrid
Ian Barton, (VK5AIB) in Adelaide, Australia has been licensed since 1977 and over the years has had an interest in RTTY including “Glass RTTY” & Packet radio. In 1992 he ceased all operations upon moving locations to a much smaller home which couldn’t accommodate his previous 50ft free standing tower and antennas. Back in about April 2023 he recommenced operations after chatting with Henry, WA2ROA about FT8. Ian uses an ICOM IC-7300 but this time with a Cushcraft R8 vertical antenna rather than the HyGain TH3 he had in his previous days. Due to “domestic pressure”(!!!) from his XYL, it was important to Ian that he be able to bring his antenna to ground quickly and by himself in the event of inclement weather. Ian will demonstrate his solution using videos and photos. Living with hurricanes and lighting in Florida, this may be very helpful to those of us using verticals in Florida. We also may learn a bit about life as a ham “down under”.

February Lunch - Lazy Dog
2024-02-17 13:00 - 14:30 | LAZY DOG, 9636 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Lazy Dog Restaurant
Uptown Boca Shopping Plaza
9636 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33434
Phone: 561-489-5607
Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC | Location | Boca Raton, FL

General Meeting - Rick Rosen K1DS Satellite Communications
2024-02-06 18:30 - 2024-02-07 20:30 | Hybrid

Winter Field Day 2024
2024-01-27 14:00 - 2024-01-28 13:59

BOARD MEETING
2024-01-27 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Shack & Zoom, BRARA Shack, DELRAY BEACH, FL, 33446, United States

January Lunch - Lucilles BBQ
2024-01-13 13:00 - 14:30 | LUCILLE’S AT DELRAY MARKETPLACE, 9173 W Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL, 33446, United States
Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ
9173 W Atlantic Ave
Delray Beach, FL 33446
Phone: (561) 810-4045
Lucille’s Bad to the Bone BBQ
MAX BRARA RESERVATIONS 45

BOARD MEETING
2024-01-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom

General Meeting - Town Hall
2024-01-02 18:30 - 20:45 | Hybrid
