June 21, 2026

Member Update: 6/21/26

Q: What’s the best Father’s Day gift?

A: When Dad tries to justify his Porsche by calling it a“family car,” no one reminds him that he’s the only one with the key!  

Happy Father’s Day, HCR Dads. We hope you are having the amazing day you deserve.

30 DAYS OF UPCOMING HCR EVENTS

For More Detailed Event Info see the HCR CALENDAR

JUNE  23    TUESDAY      WEBINAR: ROADS and Scenic Navigation Apps

7:00 pm – 8:00 PM CT    ZOOM MEETING

We will be conducting a webinar to help HCR and Maverick members understand how to create routes in ROADS and Scenic navigation apps.  Alex Cena from Maverick Region will prepare a few PPT slides to show and will work on the apps themselves using a hands-on approach. Registration via Club Registration is now open and the Zoom link will be sent out to participants a few days before the presentation. Register HERE  Any questions, please contact Kent Ketterman at [email protected].  Thank you, Kent! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

JUNE  24    WEDNESDAY      HCR HAPPY HOUR

4:00 pm – 7:00 pm CT         

STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE

5424 Steiner Ranch Blvd., Austin TX 78732

HAPPY HOUR is a recurring monthly event held at STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE on the 4th WED of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Kim Foster. 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 [email protected]. Thank you, Kim!  Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

PLEASE NOTEIf 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.

JULY 1       WEDNESDAY                    LADIES  LUNCHEON         

11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT

BLUE CORN HARVEST

700 E. Whitestone #204, Cedar Park, 78613

Come join the ladies of HCR for a wonderful opportunity to meet new members, catch up with friends, and enjoy a tasty lunch. We look forward to sharing this lovely time together! 

PLEASE NOTE: Registration through Club Reg is required, and the number of attendees is capped at 30 due to restaurant policy. Unfortunately, no late registrations or walk-ins can be accepted. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.  

REGISTRATION CLOSES on JUNE 29 @ NOONREGISTER HERE

LADIES LUNCHEON is a recurring monthly event held at various selected venues on the 1st Wednesday of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Michelle Freudenberger. Please contact Michelle with any questions at [email protected]. Thank you, Michelle!  Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

JULY 1    WEDNESDAY      SIPPIN’  IN  DRIPPIN’

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT (combined event with AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP)

NEW LOCATION: OAK HILL SOCIAL COFFEE & COCKTAILS 

8600 US-290, Austin TX 78736

Local Porsche enthusiasts are invited to gather for a standing NO HOST SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’ MEETUP in the Hill Country on the 1st WEDNESDAY evening of each monthThis is a laid-back, informal monthly addition to the current informal AIR-COOLED PORSCHE  MEETUP. Whatever Porsche you’re rolling up in, it’s the perfect way to meet new friends and show your ride — in pure Hill Country style.

No sign up, no frills—just you, your Porsche beauty, and a community of like-minded enthusiasts swapping stories, sharing wrenching tips and tricks in the Hill Country. No reservation is needed but please contact HCR President Crystal Zarpas with any questions at [email protected]Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

JULY 1WEDNESDAY    AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT (combined event with SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’)

NEW LOCATION: OAK HILL SOCIAL COFFEE & COCKTAILS 

8600 US-290, Austin TX 78736

Local Porsche enthusiasts are invited to gather for a standing NO HOST AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEETUP in the Hill Country on the 1st WEDNESDAY evening of each monthThis is a laid-back, informal monthly addition to the current 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 — in pure Hill Country style.

No sign up, no frills—just you, your air-cooled beauty, and a community of like-minded enthusiasts swapping stories, sharing wrenching tips and tricks in the Hill Country. No reservation is needed but please contact HCR President Crystal Zarpas with any questions at [email protected]Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR.

JULY 2      THURSDAY      COBB TUNING 1ST THURSDAY 

Please contact HCR’s Advertiser  & Sponsor, COBB TUNING, for amodified schedule https://www.cobbtuning.com/.  PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN HCR PCA SPONSORED EVENT

JULY 4 TH     SATURDAY             HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

Our Founding Fathers fought for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Porsche drivers call that a Sunday morning drive! 

Have an awesome 4th, my fellow Porsche enthusiasts!

JULY 5        SUNDAY            INFORMAL GET TOGETHER @ RUDY’S BBQ 620

9:00 am – 11:30 am CT

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.

JULY 9       THURSDAY        LUNCH BUNCH

11:30 am – 1:30 PM CT

TBD

LUNCH BUNCH is a recurring monthly event held at various selected venues on the 2nd Thursday of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Bob Hieronymus. No pre-registration or RSVP required. Please contact Bob with any questions at [email protected].  Thank you, Bob, 2025 HCR Volunteer of the YearEvent Info – see the HCR CALENDAR.

JULY 11        SATURDAY        ST. VINCENT FOOD PANTRY CHARITY EVENT

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! Please contact Kayla Williams-DiNardo with any questions at [email protected]m.  Thank you, Kayla! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

JULY 12         SUNDAY      INFORMAL GET TOGETHER DRIPPING SPRINGS

BEAT THE HEAT: 8:00 am – 10:30 am CT

296 W. Mercer St, Dripping Springs TX 78620

PARKINGis 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 COMPANYboth 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 [email protected]. Thank you, Bill!Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR.

JULY 14        TUESDAY       HCR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL & BOARD MEETING  

Your Leadership Team is hard at work for you!  

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING    4:00 pm – 5:30 pm CT

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT                   

VENUE FOR BOTH MEETINGS:  TOSCANO ITALIAN KITCHEN 1525 Cypress Creek Road, Cedar Park TX 78613 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 [email protected]. 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.

JULY 16  THURSDAY          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 [email protected]. Thank you, Shawn! More Event Details here HCR CALENDAR

NOTEIf 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.

JULY 18  SATURDAY         SUMMER TOUR TO GIDDINGS 6TH STREET SPIRITS

Join us for a drive along some scenic country roads starting in Round Rock and ending in Giddings at SIXTH STREET SPIRITS. Fellow HCR member David Stedman, and co-owner, has invited us for a complimentary tasting of their fine whisky. There are several places for lunch within walking distance after the tasting.

Please contact Driving Chair Ken Kalin with any questions at [email protected]. Thank you, Ken! Event Details here HCR CALENDARRegistration will open on JUNE 18 HERE.

JULY 19    SUNDAY       GET  TOGETHER  RED HORN  NORTH AUSTIN

9:00 am – 11:30 am CT       

RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY

1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641

GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN is a standing “no host” event on the 3rd Sunday morning of each month.  It 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.  Red Horn offers excellent coffee and breakfast items. We look forward to seeing you there!

No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions [email protected]. Thank you, Bill!    Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

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.

JULY 19    SUNDAY     RED HORN  AIR-COOLED PORSCHE  MEET-UP

9:00 am – 11:30 am CT       

RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY

1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641

Combined event with GET  TOGETHER  RED HORN  NORTH AUSTIN

You asked for a 2nd air-cooled Porsche event in north Austin on a weekend during daylight (whew!), and we rose to the challenge! We are giving you what you want – a laid-back, informal monthly AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP combined with the current informal GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN meetup. 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 sign up, no frills—just you, your air-cooled Porsche beauty, and a community of like-minded enthusiasts swapping stories, sharing wrenching tips and tricks. No reservation is needed for the RED HORN  AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP, but please contact Richard Pankhurst with any questions [email protected].  Thank you, Richard! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

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.

JULY 19  SUN                                      A MID SUMMER NIGHT’S WINE SOCIAL

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT

Steiner Ranch – the address, gate codes and parking will be emailed to confirmed registrants approximately two days in advance of the event.

HCR is pleased to announce another wine social event hosted by Bill and Kim Foster.  Like past wine socials, we will feature a specific theme for this event, some favorite Texas wines for y’all, along with a home-made Texas-style meal.  Bill will be your Sommelier, introducing each wine and explaining why it has been chosen for this tasting. Kim will prepare a Texas-sized spread of tasty appetizers and several main dishes to complement the wine tastings. 

The cost is $40 per person, which includes all wine and food.  Registration opens  JULY 1 at NOON  HERE.  Due to space and parking limitations attendance will be limited to 35 guests.Please contact event coordinator Bob Hieronymus with any questions at [email protected].  Thank you, Bob, 2025 HCR Volunteer of the YearEvent Info – see the HCR CALENDAR.

JULY  22    WEDNESDAY      HCR HAPPY HOUR

4:00 pm – 7:00 pm CT         

STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE

5424 Steiner Ranch Blvd., Austin TX 78732

HAPPY HOUR is a recurring monthly event held at STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE on the 4th WED of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Kim Foster. 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 [email protected]. Thank you, Kim!  Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

PLEASE NOTEIf 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.

JULY 25  SATURDAY        TECH SESSION @ AUTOCRAFT BODYWERKS

8:30 am – 11:00 am CT

AUTOCRAFT BODYWERKS

22110 State Hwy 71W, Spicewood TX 78669

Come explore the world of car repair with AUTOCRAFT BODYWERKS.  We will learn how our HCR Advertiser disassembles a car, makes repairs, and paints it.  We won’t just be watching, either.  The demonstration will include an opportunity to help repair a panel and to use the paint gun in the paint booth.  Plan on arriving at 8:30 am for coffee, donuts, and catching up with your HCR friends.  Contact Event Coordinator Bruce Mason with any questions at [email protected]. Thank you, Bruce!  Event Info – see the HCR CALENDARREGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 25 at NOON HERE.

Thank you to HCR’s ADVERTISER & SPONSOR AUTOCRAFT BODYWERKS.  We appreciate you!!

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*NEW DATES/CHANGES HIGHLIGHTED IN RED

AUG  8  SAT                                                NEW MEMBER SOCIAL @ PETROL LOUNGE

AUG  15  SAT                                            TECH SESSION @  XPEL’s new SOUTH Austin Store

SEPT  8  TUES                                         HCR BOARD MEETING

SEPT 18/19   FRI/SAT                 TIRE RACK TEEN STREET SURVIVAL SCHOOL

SEPT 26       SAT                                      FALL DRIVIG TOUR

OCT 3    SAT                                                 TECH SESSION – PORSCHE AUSTIN (SOUTH)

OCT   4  SUN                                             MOZART’S  CARS COFFEE & CROISSANTS

OCT   7  WED                                            NOV 21/22 SCHNELL FEST REGISTRATION OPENS @ NOON CT

OCT 10 SAT                                              FALL AUTOCROSS

OCT   17  SAT                                           TEXAS RAMP PROJECT

OCT   31  SAT                                           CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE

Horizons

HCR PCA's Award Winning Region Newsletter

Horizons, the official newsletter of the Hill Country Region Porsche Club of America (HCR PCA), is your source for all things Porsche in the Texas Hill Country.

Inside each issue, you'll find:

  • Engaging stories about HCR members and their Porsches
  • Exclusive coverage of regional events and activities
  • Technical and non-technical articles to enhance your Porsche knowledge
  • Vibrant photography capturing the spirit of the club

Horizons has been recognized nationally for its excellence, earning Best Newsletter Cover in the PCA National Newsletter in 2024.

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For over 45 years, the Hill Country Region Porsche Club of America (part of PCA Zone 5) has been Central Texas’ home for Porsche enthusiasts. Whether you drive a vintage 356, a daily Cayenne, or are awaiting your first Cayman, we have built a community of over 2,000 members around the unbridled joy of these incredible machines.

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Casual Camaraderie

Entering a new club can be intimidating, which is why our social events are strictly informal and require no RSVPs. Drop in for a casual weekday Lunch Bunch, meet us at a local vineyard for Brewery Night, or grab a coffee at our weekend Sunday Get-Togethers. We are built to welcome you by name.

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Explore Central Texas’ finest routes on our organized Driving Tours, learn precision car control in a safe environment at Autocross, or master the curves of Circuit of the Americas (COTA) with 1-to-1 certified instruction at our High-Performance Driver Education (HPDE) track days.

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Stay connected with local club life through Horizons, our national award-winning quarterly print and digital publication. Inside each issue, enjoy stunning member photography, regional event coverage, and technical articles designed to enhance your ownership journey.

Membership is open to all Porsche owners, co-owners, or lessees who are 18 years of age or older.

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