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Dayton Hamvention®, the world's largest amateur radio gathering, returns to Hara to celebrate its 57th show. Close to 500 indoor exhibits and over 2,500 outdoor exhibits showcase the latest in amateur radio equipment, technology, computer software and hardware - along with hard-to-find radio and computer accessories and equipment. For more information or for a full forum schedule, visit the Dayton Hamvention® website. This year's theme "Local Clubs: the Heart of Ham Radio" puts the emphasis on the invaluable and unique role ham radio clubs around the world have played in their communities. Dayton Hamvention® outdoor exhibit hours are Friday, May 16 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., indoor exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, May 17, outdoor exhibit hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., indoor exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, May 18 outdoor exhibit hours are from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m, and indoor exhibit hours are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is $20.00 in advance and $25.00 the days of the show. Hamvention bus tickets are $8.00. Admission and bus tickets are valid for all three days. Tickets can be purchased at the Hara Box Office, Debco Electronics & Computers Inc. in Cincinnati, OH; Universal Radio in Columbus, OH ; Midwest Surplus in Fairborn, OH and R & L Electronics, Hamilton, OH.

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