This Weekend in Amateur Radio (Segment 1)

Contests

BARTG HF RTTY Contest

Source: https://lhs.fyi/5I

F9AA Cup

Source: https://lhs.fyi/yi

State QSO Party Challenge & WAQP

Virginia

Contests Next Weekend

CQ WW WPX Contest

Source: https://lhs.fyi/5Q

Special Events

120th Anniversary of the Rockville Bridge

Source: https://lhs.fyi/xu

Additional Info: https://lhs.fyi/y3

National Quilting Day

Source: https://lhs.fyi/y2

Walk for Water Charleston 2022

Source: https://lhs.fyi/yF

Additional Info: https://lhs.fyi/yC

Announcements

SMARC Hamfest

Jun 4, 8:00am - 1:00pm

Source: https://lhs.fyi/yc

LHS Ham Radio Challenge

Check out Hamshack Hotline, a PBX system for amateur radio operators.

This Weekend in Open Source (Segment 2)

Distros to Try

SparkyLinux Rolling Edition

Source: https://lhs.fyi/sparky

Events

Open Source Community Day

Source: https://lhs.fyi/wW

Python Web Conferencce 2022

Source: https://lhs.fyi/wX

Open Source 101 2022

Source: https://lhs.fyi/xY

LHS Open Source Challenge

Check out Hamshack Hotline, a PBX system for amateur radio operators.

This Weekend in Hedonism (Segment 3)

Cheryl’s Recipe Corner!

Easy Skillet Lasagna

Description

We are fans of lasagna, but it just takes too long!  This recipe makes it quick and easy, only dirties 1 pan, and is done in 30ish minutes!

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef

1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)

1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)

1 1/2 cups uncooked mafalda (mini-lasagna noodle) pasta (3 ounces)

1 1/4 cups water

1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 3/4 Tomato basil pasta sauce (from 25.5 oz. jar)

1 jar (4.5 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained

1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, if desired

Directions

Cook beef, onion and bell pepper in Dutch oven over medium-high heat about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 10 to 12 minutes or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Cheryl’s Mixed Drink Corner

Blackberry Cucumber Vodka Tonic

Description

This vodka and cucumber cocktail is a refreshing and colorful spin on the classic cocktail!

Ingredients

4 slices cucumber

5 fresh blackberries

1 cup crushed ice

1.5 ounces vodka

3 ounces tonic water

Directions (Cocktail)

Muddle 3 slices of cucumber and 4 blackberries in the bottom of a rocks glass. Fill glass with crushed ice and add vodka. Top with tonic water and stir to combine. Garnish with remaining slice of cucumber and blackberry.

Russ’s Drink Corner

Laphroaig Lore Single Malt Scotch

Description

Every sip of Laphroaig Lore tells the story of our distillers, blenders and master craftsmen through the centuries. Created using techniques that have been passed down for generations, this single malt Scotch is made from some of the most precious whiskies in our Atlantic storehouse. Our master distillers select spirits from five different cask types, including ex-Bourbon barrels, 19th Century-style quarter casks and large Oloroso sherry butts. Aged anywhere from seven years to 21 years, each spirit brings its own element to the blend. The result is the richest expression of our unforgettable peated whisky.

Details

Mashbill: 100% malted barley

Proof: 96 (48% ABV)

Region: Islay, Scotland

Color: Sparkling gold

Nose: Brine, sea air, salty pear

Taste: Rich smoke, sea air, iodine, bitter chocolate, lemon, salted caramel

Finish: Dry finish with long sweet and chili spice aftertaste mixed with campfire smoke

Price: $120 (750ml)

Rating: 88

Bill’s Whatever Corner

Tullamore D.E.W. XO Caribbean Rum Cask Finish

Description

Tullamore D.E.W. XO Caribbean Rum Cask Finish is the Original Triple Blend Irish whiskey with an additional finish in first fill XO Caribbean rum casks for sweet tropical notes.

Details

Proof: 86 (43% ABV)

Region: Ireland

Distiller’s Nose: Notes of vanilla and oak overlaid with citrus, ripe bananas and delicate spice.

Distiller’s Taste: Creamy smooth mouthfeel bringing out the deliciously deep caramel and banana notes with hints of dates and raisins.

Distiller’s Finish: Long and sweet with bananas and caramel lingering.

Price: 35 Euro (700ml)

Rating: Good (4 of 5)