Member Update: 11/8/26
AN EVENT UPDATE
Congratulations to San Antonio River Romp Co-Chair GORDIE ROBBINS, who managed all of the heavy lifting during the planning & execution of the event, and Tour Master ALAN NUSBAUM for putting together one of the best driving tours! The winding drive through the Hill Country backroads ended with a delicious Bar-B-Q lunch at the original Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q in Leon Springs. Then came the San Antonio River Romp, featuring a choice of two great hotels, The Omni and The Hilton Canopy; a happy hour filled with conversation and opportunities to meet & welcome new members; a river boat ride to explore all the nooks and crannies of the River Walk; dinner at the historic Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery; a serenade by Mariachis (my favorite!); and, of course, perfect weather! Gordie and Alan, your super fans are already asking for a repeat in 2027—and I told them, “No problem, you got it!”
And last but not least, thank you to all the HCR members who attended the River Romp event. We truly appreciate your support, especially for a first-time event such as this. You make all the effort worthwhile, and we’re grateful for you!
MORE THAN 30 DAYS OF UPCOMING HCR EVENTS
For More Detailed Event Info see the HCR CALENDAR
NOV 10 TUES HCR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL & BOARD MEETING Your HCR Leadership Team is hard at work for you!
****NEW LOCATION IN BEE CAVE****
SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE 12613 Galleria Circle, Bee Cave, TX 78738
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm CT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm CT This is the last Board of Directors Meeting of 2026, so please try to attend.
All HCR members are welcome to attend the Board meetings, which occur every other month starting in January. Please arrive early to order your dinner provided by HCR. If you have any questions, please contact Secretary Gordie Robbins at gordie@hcrpca.org. Thank you, Gordie!
IMPORTANT NOTE: In accordance with business meeting etiquette, no alcoholic drinks will be served during the meetings. We also request that you refrain from consuming alcohol beforehand. Thank you.
NOV 12 THURS LUNCH BUNCH
11:30 am – 1:30 PM CT
THAT’S MY JAM 12815 Shops of the Galleria Parkway, Ste 100, Bee Cave, TX 78738
As we are always looking for new and interesting venues for LUNCH BUNCH. This month we will gather at THAT’S MY JAM in Bee Cave. They offer breakfast and lunch, so please join us for whichever meal you prefer and enjoy the always uplifting conversation with your fellow Porsche Club members. If the front parking lot is full, try parking around the side of the building. See you there!
LUNCH BUNCH is hosted by Event Coordinator Bob Hieronymus, a 2025 HCR Volunteer of the Year! Please contact Bob with any questions at bob.hieronymus.hcr@gmail.
NOV 14 SAT ST. VINCENT FOOD PANTRY
7:30 am – 12:30 pm CT
St. Vincent Food Pantry 901 W. Braker Ln, TX 78758
We all share a passion for precision, performance, and community—both on and off the road. Now, we have an opportunity to channel that same energy into something truly meaningful by volunteering at St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry. We need YOU to help make a difference! Let’s show that the Hill Country Porsche Club is about more than just horsepower, we’re about heart, too. Sign up today, bring a friend, bring your kids and let’s make a powerful difference together.
We’re looking for at least 15 people willing to volunteer their time. Looking forward to seeing you there! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN HERE
Please contact Community Service Event Coordinator Kayla Williams-Dinardo with questions at kayla.williams.hcr@gmail.co
NOV 15 SUN GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN
9:00 -11:30 am
RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY 1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641
This is a very informal NO HOST “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while showing off your own Porsche beauty! No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.
Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
NOV 15 SUN RED HORN AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP
9:00 -11:30 am
RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY 1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641
This is a very informal NO HOST “come as you are” gathering. Whether you’re rolling up in a 993, 911 SC, a freshly restored 356, or any vintage air-cooled Porsche, it’s the perfect way meet new air-cooled Porsche friends and show your ride. No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.
PARKING: Please park on the north side of the building (left side as you look at Red Horn from the street) as the front parking area is reserved for regular customers. There are a couple of picnic tables nearby for our use as well.
*****NOV 18 WED HAPPY HOUR *****NEW DATE just for NOV
Oh, it’s ON – HCR Happy Hour in NOV that is!!
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm CT
STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE 5424 Steiner Ranch Blvd., Austin TX 78732
No reservation is needed and there is ample parking. The Happy Hour Menu is available at phenomenal prices for both food and drink. Please note that although HCR’s Happy Hour will continue until 7:00 pm, the Happy Hour Menu pricing will change at 6:00 pm, so please ensure that you place your last order before then.
Contact Event Coordinator Kim Foster with any questions at kim.foster.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Kim! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
NOV 19 THURS BREWERY NIGHT
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm CT
Draught House Pub & Brewery 4112 Medical Pkwy, Austin, TX 78756
Come hang out and have a beer with us in central Austin! Draught House Pub & Brewery also has a food trailer on site that offers burgers, fish & chips, and a few other options if you just want to come for dinner. Parking is available in the 2 lots next to the building and on the surrounding residential streets.
BREWERY NIGHT is a recurring monthly event held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Hosted by Event Coordinator Shawn Seals, BREWERY NIGHT journeys through Austin’s vibrant beer landscape. Austin’s breweries not only showcase a diverse range of flavors and styles but also provide inviting environments for members to gather and enjoy. No reservation needed. Contact Event Coordinator Shawn with any questions shawn.seals915@
NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
NOV 21-22 SAT-SUN SCHNELL FEST @ COTA *COMBINED EVENT WITH PCA CLUB RACE*
6:00 am – 5:00 pm CT
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd., Austin TX 78617
This Porsche Club of America Driver Education event is a joint presentation of the Hill Country, Lone Star and Maverick Regions – PCA, with the support of the Houston Chapter BMW-CCA. Drivers of every make are invited to participate, and membership in PCA or BMW-CCA is not necessary.
COTA is the premier destination for world-class motorsports and entertainment and has hosted the biggest names in racing, action sports and music since 2012. At its heart is a 3.41-mile racetrack that was designed to challenge the world’s most exacting competitors while providing a thrilling spectacle for audiences. Registration for SCHNELL FEST is NOW OPEN to Advanced Solo drivers only – REGISTER @ ClubReg https://
Please contact David Gross with any questions david@hcrpca.org. Thank you, David and the entire HPDE Team!
NOV 22 SAT-SUN PARADE LAPS @ COTA
12:00 NOON Both Days
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd., Austin TX 78617
You are invited to come to COTA to participate in Parade Laps with a suggested donation of $20 to Charity. Enjoy a paced lap or two around the 3.4 mile Formula 1 Circuit oin your own vehicle. Speeds are controlled, and passing is not allowed. Helmets are not needed; any vehicle that is legal to drive on public roads is eligible to participate in Parade Laps. Please contact David Gross with any questions david@hcrpca.org. Thank you, David!
Nov 22 SAT MEMBER SOCIAL @ COTA
5:00 pm CT
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd., Austin TX 78617
HCR members are invited to a Social @ COTA, Paddock Loft location to be announced shortly. Enjoy catered small foods from COTA along with beer, wine, soft drinks, etc. There is no charge. Please contact David Gross with any questions david@hcrpca.org. Thank you, David!
NOV 26 WED THANKSGIVING
Gobble til’ you wobble, but then go on a diet so you can still get in and out of your Porsche! Happy Thanksgiving, HCR family xoxo
DEC 2 WED LADIES LUNCHEON
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT
P.F. CHANGS 10114 Jollyville Rd. Austin, TX 78759
Please join the HCR Ladies for a delicious lunch and good conversation at P.F. Changs on Jollyville Road AND CELEBRATE THE Holidays with us.
PLEASE NOTE: Registration through Club Reg is required with the number of attendees is capped at 40. Late registrations or walk-ins cannot be accepted. Registration CLOSES
LADIES LUNCHEON is hosted by Event Coordinator Michelle Freudenberger. Please contact Michelle with any questions at michelle.freudenberger.hcr@
DEC 2 WEDNESDAY SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT
OAK HILL SOCIAL COFFEE & COCKTAILS 8600 US-290, Austin TX 78736
This is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, combined with the informal AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEETUP. No reservation is needed but please contact Crystal Z. with any questions at crystal@hcrpca.
DEC 2 WEDNESDAY AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT
OAK HILL SOCIAL COFFEE & COCKTAILS 8600 US-290, Austin TX 78736
This is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, combined with the informal SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’ MEETUP. Whether you’re rolling up in a Porsche 993, 911 SC, a freshly restored 356, or any vintage air-cooled Porsche, it’s the perfect way to meet new air-cooled friends and show your ride. No reservation is needed but please contact Crystal Z. with any questions at crystal@hcrpca.
DEC 3 WED SIPS N’ STICKS
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Smoker’s Abbey 115 S. Lakeline Blvd Ste 350, Cedar Park TX 78613.
To close out 2026, we will gather again for cigars and whiskey samples! Smoker’s Abbey requests a 2-cigar minimum purchase upon your arrival. This event is open to club members only. Attendance is capped at 20 people. Registration will be through ClubReg. Stay tuned for the link coming soon. Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
You can contact Organizer Andrew Garcia with any questions at andrew.garcia@hcrpca.org.
NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
DEC 5 SAT HCR HOLIDAY PARTY
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Oasis on Lake Travis 6550 Comanche Trail, Austin TX 78732
It’s the holiday season, a time when friends and family gather to celebrate and enjoy the many seasonal traditions of this special time of year. Don’t miss the opportunity to gather with your fellow members and Porsche enthusiasts at the Hill Country Region’s Annual Holiday Party. This year, we’ll gather at the private Starlight Terrace on the top floor of Austin’s famous Oasis On Lake Travis, which is touted as one of the largest restaurants in the world and know for its breathtaking sunsets, terraced views looking west of Lake Travis, and eclectic decor. We will have a social hour to enjoy the sunset over the lake followed by a full buffet dinner, a silent auction, prizes, awards and much more including some fun entertainment. You won’t want to miss this special event.
TO SUPPORT A LOCAL HCR-DESIGNATED CHARITY, please bring an unwrapped toy ages toddler-teens. We appreciate your generosity, as always!
Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN HERE
Please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions at bill.foster@hcrpca.org. Thank you, Bill!
DEC 6 SUNDAY INFORMAL GET TOGETHER @ RUDY’S BBQ 620
RUDY’S BBQ RR 620 7709 Ranch Road 620, Austin TX 78726
This is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while showing off your own Porsche beauty! Swing by at your leisure.
HCR’s INFORMAL GET TOGETHER RUDY’S BBQ @ 620 is a standing “no host” get-together on the 1st Sunday morning of each month. No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions at bill.foster.hcr@gmail. Thank you, Bill! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR.
DEC 10 THURSDAY LUNCH BUNCH
11:30 am – 1:30 PM CT
TBD
LUNCH BUNCH is hosted by Event Coordinator Bob Hieronymus, a 2025 HCR Volunteer of the Year! Please contact Bob with any questions at bob.hieronymus.hcr@gmail.
DEC 13 SUN INFORMAL GET TOGETHER DRIPPING SPRINGS
9:00 am – 11:30 am CT
296 W. Mercer St, Dripping Springs TX 78620
PARKING is in the NESTHAVEN PROPERTIES lot.
This is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while drinking a cup of coffee & showing off your own Porsche beauty! Swing by at your leisure. Coffee, breakfast items, and restrooms are available @ MAZAMA COFFEE ROASTERS & THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING COMPANY, both within walking distance on Mercer St.
HCR’s INFORMAL GET TOGETHER IN DRIPPING SPRINGS is a standing “no host” get-together on the 2nd Sunday morning of each month. No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.
DEC 17 THURS BREWERY NIGHT
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm CT
TBD
BREWERY NIGHT is a recurring monthly event held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Hosted by Event Coordinator Shawn Seals, BREWERY NIGHT journeys through Austin’s vibrant beer landscape. Austin’s breweries not only showcase a diverse range of flavors and styles but also provide inviting environments for members to gather and enjoy. No reservation needed. Contact Event Coordinator Shawn with any questions shawn.seals915@
NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
DEC 20 SUN GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN
9:00 -11:30 am
RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY 1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641
This is a very informal NO HOST “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while showing off your own Porsche beauty! No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.
Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
DEC 20 SUN RED HORN AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP
9:00 -11:30 am
RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY 1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641
This is a very informal NO HOST “come as you are” gathering. Whether you’re rolling up in a 993, 911 SC, a freshly restored 356, or any vintage air-cooled Porsche, it’s the perfect way meet new air-cooled Porsche friends and show your ride. No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.
PARKING: Please park on the north side of the building (left side as you look at Red Horn from the street) as the front parking area is reserved for regular customers. There are a couple of picnic tables nearby for our use as well.
REMINDER:
Need an HCR NAME BADGE??? ORDER YOUR NAME BADGE HERE (cost $9.00-$14.00 depending on the style ordered). This helps other members to identify you and welcome you into the Club.
DON’T SAVE THE DATE:
DEC 23 WED CANCELED HAPPY HOUR STEINER RANCH
