Category Archives: Events

STARS Field Day Event 2025

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  The weather made for a successful first day of the 2025 Field Day. Come on out. Join the fun! Dan W9SAU                                   Pete WB9W           Working some high speed CW … Read more »

STARS Monthly VE Testing Session – Want to Get On the Air? Check out our Amateur Radio Exams! 📡

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Looking to get your Amateur Radio license or upgrade your ticket? STARS holds Volunteer Examiner (VE) testing sessions on most fourth Saturdays of the month at the Justice Public Library – 7641 Oak Grove Ave, Justice, IL. Please double-check the ARRL website or the STARS events calendar, as dates can… Read more »

Upcoming STARS Event: Hands-On Skills Night!

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Attention Ham Radio Enthusiasts and STARS Club Members, Get ready for an evening of practical knowledge, hands-on insights, and skill-building! We’re excited to announce our next club event featuring two of our talented members, each bringing their expertise to the table. Featured Presenters: 📅 Event Details: Whether you’re just getting… Read more »

Field Day 2025

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ARRL Field Day 2025 – All are Welcome – STARS Amateur Radio Club June 28 and 29, 2025 24 hours – 1:00 PM Sat. through 1:00 PM Sun. FCC Amateur Radio License Testing Santa Fe Prairie State Nature Preserve 7300 River Road. Hodgkins, IL. Field Day is an emergency preparedness… Read more »

Attention Ham Radio Enthusiasts and Club Members!

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Are you ready to enhance your antenna setup skills? Join us for an engaging evening with our fellow STARS member, Ian Barron, KE9CQS, as he presents on the essential knots used for stringing antennas. Event Details: Presentation Title: “Knots” for Antenna Setup Ian will guide us through various knots crucial… Read more »

Highlights from our February Presentation

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The STARS Radio Club extends its heartfelt appreciation to Tom, KE9JQ, for his captivating presentation on “Parks on the Air (POTA) Operations” at our February 13th meeting. Tom’s deep passion for both amateur radio and the great outdoors was evident throughout the evening, making for an inspiring and enjoyable session…. Read more »

Attention Ham Radio Enthusiasts and Club Members!

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Are you ready to take your amateur radio skills to the next level? Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of insights, expertise, and inspiration with one of our very own STARS members, Tom KE9JQ. This is an event you won’t want to miss! Event Details: 📅 Date:… Read more »

Highlights from our January Presentation

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The STARS Radio Club would like to sincerely thank Larry, KB9REV, for delivering an outstanding presentation on “Practical Propagation” at our January 9th meeting. The event was highly informative and well-received by everyone in attendance. Larry’s expertise, approachable tone, and perfect delivery made complex topics easy to understand and engaging…. Read more »

Attention Ham Radio Enthusiasts and Club Members!

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Are you ready to take your amateur radio skills to the next level? Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of insights, expertise, and inspiration with one of our very own STARS members, KB9REV. This is an event you won’t want to miss! Event Details: Presentation Title:“Practical Propagation”… Read more »

Stars Radio Club Meeting Recap: A Look at Drones in Amateur Radio and Beyond

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Last night’s Stars Radio Club meeting was both enlightening and entertaining, thanks to a fantastic presentation by club member Jose Arrom, KE9ANL. Jose explored how drones are being used in amateur radio and beyond, and it was clear that he has a real passion for the subject. His presentation highlighted… Read more »