LHS Episode #303: The Weekender XXXIV

It's time once again for The Weekender. This is our bi-weekly departure into the world of amateur radio contests, open source conventions, special events, listener challenges, hedonism and just plain fun. Thanks for listening and, if you happen to get a chance, feel free to call us or e-mail and send us some feedback. Tell us how we're doing. We'd love to hear from you.
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This Weekend in Amateur Radio (Segment 1)
Contests
ARRL EME Contest
Source: https://lhs.fyi/97 (ARRL)
Collegiate QSO Party
Source: https://lhs.fyi/g9 (Gator Radio)
Contests Next Weekend
CQ Worldwide DX Contest, RTTY
Source: https://lhs.fyi/ga
Special Events
Grand Canyon Centennial Event
Source: https://lhs.fyi/gZ (NADXA)
Retreat 100th Anniversary of the World’s Fair
Source: https://lhs.fyi/gY (W9PVR)
WWV Centennial
Source: https://lhs.fyi/gp (WWV100)
Announcements
No announcements this time around.
LHS Ham Radio Challenge
Get your antenna in the air if you’ve been putting it off.
This Weekend in Open Source (Segment 2)
Distros to Try
GalliumOS
Source: https://lhs.fyi/gb
Events
Open Networking Summit Europe
Source: https://lhs.fyi/fV
German OpenStack Days (Deutsche OpenStack Tage)
Source: https://lhs.fyi/gc
Grace Hopper Celebration
Source: https://lhs.fyi/gd
LHS Open Source Challenge
Try out a classic video game emulator on a Linux platform and revel in the 8-bit glory.
This Weekend in Hedonism (Segment 3)
Cheryl’s Recipe Corner!
Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken
Description
Recently we had friends over for a football watch party, and needing a meal that would be approved by everyone, that I didn’t have to fuss with (so I could hang out with everyone), I chose this. It was well liked by everyone (we had pasta and rice to take care of the likes of everyone attending). Because the zucchini at our grocery store didn’t look very good, and they were out of red peppers, we had broccoli and green peppers in ours. I believe Russ loved the dish as well.
Ingredients
3 cloves garlic minced
2 cups peanut butter (I mixed creamy and crunchy)
1 1/2 - 2 cups chicken broth
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 cups sliced zucchini (optional)
3 cups chopped broccoli (optional)
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tsp sugar
1 red pepper cut into thin, long strips
2 tbsp lime juice
1 cup chopped cilantro divided
Chopped peanuts for garnish
12 ounce linguine noodles cooked and drained OR rice
Directions
Add garlic, peanut butter, broth, chicken, zucchini, soy sauce, sugar, and red pepper to slow cooker. Stir to combine. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. An hour before serving, add broccoli (if using). A half hour before you are going to serve, add in lime juice and 1/2 cup of cilantro. Serve over noodles or rice and garnish with remaining cilantro and peanuts.
Russ’s Drink Corner
Glenmorangie 12 Nectar D’Or Single Malt Scotch
Description
The Glenmorangie distillery was established in 1843, on the Dornoch Firth by brothers William and John Matheson. The site originally held a farm distillery under the name Morangie. There is evidence that distillation was carried out at this site during the early 18th century. Production began in November of 1849. During the latter part of the 19th century Glenmorangie began overseas exportation and destinations included Europe and the United States.
Details
Mashbill: 100% Malted Barley
ABV: 46% (92 Proof)
Region: Highland
Color: Bright, 18-karat gold
Nose: Dessert wine, fruity sweetness, nectarine, almond, honey, sugar, apricot, faint citrus
Taste: Vanilla, orange zest, apple, pepper, golden raisin, cinnamon, oak spice
Finish: Medium with hints of vanilla, honeysuckle, vague citrus and barrel essence
Price: $70 (750ml)
Rating: 87
Bill’s Whatever Corner
Uberbrew - Pink Slip
Details
ABV: 5% (10 Proof)
Fruit Beer
