HCR Leadership would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Social Chair Bill Foster and all the volunteers who dedicated their time and effort organizing this year’s Holiday Party at the Oasis on Lake Travis. Your hard work and enthusiasm made the event truly special for everyone.
We also want to thank those Members and special HCR guests in attendance who donated so generously to the Raffle, Silent Auction, and Toy Drive. Your support allows HCR to give back to the Austin community through donations to our various designated charities. Your generosity was incredible again this year – thank you!
Last but certainly not least, congratulations are in order for HCR’s well-deserving volunteer Members who were recognized last evening as the 2025 recipients of the TUFFY VON BRIESEN JR. PRESIDENT’S AWARD:
HORIZONS EDITOR JOE CUNNINGHAM
COUPLE OF THE YEAR SHARON AND MICHAEL ZNILEK
We are truly honored to recognize and celebrate your unwavering dedication to HCR, along with your infectious positivity and remarkable generosity of spirit. Each of you is an inspiring example to us all!
30 DAYS OF UPCOMING HCR EVENTS
For More Detailed Event Info see the HCR CALENDAR
DEC 11 THURSDAY LUNCH BUNCH
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT
PAPPADEAUX SEAFOOD KITCHEN
11617 Research Blvd, Austin TX
LUNCH BUNCH returns to another old favorite, Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen on Research Blvd. Join us for some great seafood and the always entertaining conversation with your fellow Porsche Club members.
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! More Event DetailsHERE
DEC 14 SUNDAY INFORMAL GET TOGETHER DRIPPING SPRINGS
NEW TIME: 9:00 am – 11:30 am CT Now that the heat has passed, we are back to a 9:00 am start time.
296 W. Mercer St, Dripping Springs TX 78620
PARKING is in the NESTHAVEN PROPERTIES lot. 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 MERCER ST. DRIPPING SPRINGS nowmeets on Dripping Springs’ HISTORIC MERCER STREET. “Taking a step back in time,” is a common phrase you will hear as you stroll down Mercer Street in downtown Dripping Springs. Also located downtown is the actual “dripping springs,” the landmark that gave Dripping Springs its name.
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.
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! More Event Details HERE
DEC 18 THURSDAY BREWERY NIGHT
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm CT
FRONTYARD BREWING
4514 Bob Wire Rd, Spicewood, TX 78669
Come hang out and have a beer with us in Spicewood! In addition to great beer, FRONTYARD BREWING has a beer garden and pizza truck on site if you just want to come for dinner. Parking is available on site.
HCR members are in for a treat as 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. We’ll see you there!
BREWERY NIGHT is a recurring monthly event held at various selected venues on the 3rd Thursday of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Shawn Seals. No reservation needed. Contact Event Coordinator Shawn with any questions [email protected]. Thank you, Shawn! More Event Details HERE
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 21 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! More Details HERE
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.
DEC 25 THURSDAY CHRISTMAS DAY
Shhhhhh, it’s a secret – if you drive a Porsche, you are automatically on Santa’s “Good List” so you can afford to be a little or a lot naughty in 2026!
JAN 1 HAPPY NEW YEAR!
We wish you the happiest and healthiest 2026 possible and look forward to creating many more memorable Porsche experiences with you in the new year!
JAN 1 THURSDAY COBB TUNING 1ST THURSDAY
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm CT
COBB TUNING HEADQUARTERS
2311 Rundberg Lane, Austin TX 78758 (Meet in the back parking lot)
Please check the COBB TUNING website for any schedule changes HERE
JAN 4 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! More Event Details HERE
JAN 7 WEDNESDAY LADIES LUNCHEON
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT
MAMA BETTY’S TEX-MEX
9900 W. Parmer Ln #220, Austin TX 78717
Please join the ladies of HCR for a chance to meet your friends and enjoy a delicious lunch. Ladies: Please bring a gift if you would like to participate in an informal gift exchange.
PLEASE NOTE: Registration through Club Reg is required.REGISTRATION CLOSESon JAN 5 @ NOON. Unfortunately, no late registrations or walk-ins can be accepted. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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!
More Details HERE The REGISTRATION LINK IS HERE
JAN 3 WEDNESDAY SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT (Pieous closes at 8:00pm)
PIEOUS Restaurant – Belterra Village Shopping Center
166 Hargraves Dr h, Austin, TX 78737
SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’ is a standing “no host” meet-up in The Hill Country on the 1st WEDNESDAY evening of each month. No reservation is needed, but please contact Mike Seningen with any questions at [email protected]. Thank you, Mike! More Details HERE
JAN 3 WEDNESDAY **NEW EVENT** AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT (Pieous closes at 8:00pm)
PIEOUS Restaurant – Belterra Village Shopping Center
166 Hargraves Dr. h, Austin, TX 78737 Belterra Village Shopping Center (combined event with SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’)
This is now a MONTHLY event combined with SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’. Local Porsche enthusiasts are invited to gather at PIEOUS for an AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEETUP. This is a laid-back, informal monthly addition to the current informal SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’ 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 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. Please contact Richard Pankhurst with any questions at [email protected]. Thank you, Richard!
SAVE THE DATE:
For More Detailed Info See the HCR CALENDAR
JAN 12 , 2026 THURS HPDE 101 ZOOM MEETING ** Note the NEW date
JAN 28, 2026 WED HAPPY HOUR STEINER RANCH RETURNS
A FEW MORE MEMEBR PERKS TO ENJOY:
- HORIZONS – Explore an interactive experience with the new HORIZONS e-Zine (pronounced “ee-zeen”)! Enjoy the fresh digital format with its interactive features, published online for your enjoyment thanks to talented volunteer ALFRED FREUDENBERGER! Click HERE to explore the latest edition of HCR’s HORIZONS e-Zine and enjoy the magical interactive experience!
- HCR’s PODCAST SERIES – Lucky us, we have a real live radio DJ hosting HCR’s Podcast series! Tune in to hear smooth-talker CARL ROSSI take you behind the HCR scenes, with episodes focusing on the club, its members, and much more “Porsche.” To check it out, just search for “Beyond the Paddock! Hill Country” on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Don’t forget to follow and share with your friends! You’re welcome!!!
