The Blackstone Valley Amateur Radio Club will conduct an amateur radio demonstration Sat., Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bellingham Public Library, 100 Blackstone St.
The club will operate two radio stations outside the library as an introduction to ham radio.
An indoor display will feature the history of ham radio, its purpose, the benefits of the ham radio hobby and the public service hams render during national emergencies and natural disasters. Some vintage radio equipment will be displayed as well as a continuous Morse code demonstration.
Experienced hams will be present to welcome visitors, explain the day's proceedings and answer questions regarding their hobby.
The Trump administration is keeping a close eye on Iran as anti-regime protests continue in the streets. A bulletin from the State Department urges U.S. citizens to leave Iran, prepare for communication blackouts, avoid demonstrations and stock up on essentials. It comes just as President Trump is reportedly reviewing military options if the death toll continues to climb among protesters. He's also announced tariffs on any country that does business with Iran. 
