Member Update: 4/26/26 David Schnepp April 26, 2026

Member Update: 4/26/26

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HCR is on fire with a whopping 16 events in May alone!!  Enjoy…

30 DAYS OF  UPCOMING HCR EVENTS

For More Detailed Event Info see the HCR CALENDAR 

MAY 1-3        FRIDAY-SUNDAY       PICK-YER-TOUR – KERRVILLE TEXAS

This event is open to PCA MAVERICK REGION and HILL COUNTRY REGION MEMBERS only!

Check registration to see which tours are still open.  REGISTER HERE

Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR  

MAY 3        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

MAY 6   WEDNESDAY      LADIES  LUNCHEON         

11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT

FOXHOLE CULINARY TAVERN

13995 US-183, Austin TX 78717

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 20 due to restaurant policy. 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!  REGISTRATION CLOSES on May 4 @ NOONEvent & Registration Info – see the HCR CALENDAR 

MAY 6    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!    Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

MAY 6     WEDNESDAY    AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT   (Pieous closes at 8:00 pm)

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! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR 

MAY 7       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

MAY 9        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 & THE REGISTRATION LINK IS HERE

MAY 10          SUNDAY      INFORMAL GET TOGETHER DRIPPING SPRINGS

9:00 am – 11:30 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

MAY12        TUESDAY       HCR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL & BOARD MEETING  

Your Leadership Team 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!

MAY 14      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

MAY 16          SATURDAY           CHARITABLE EVENT – BUILD A RAMP

HELP!!!!!!       WE NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS  REGISTER  HERE

8:00 am – 2:00 pm CT

LOCATION: The build location will be determined closer to the date but in the greater Austin area.

Come join your fellow HCR members as we support the HCR designated charity, The Texas Ramp Project. The project is expected to take 4 – 6 hours. We’re looking for up to 20 volunteers, allowing for last-minute cancellations. Coffee, donuts & breakfast tacos will be on hand to help kick things off and bottled water will be available as well. Lunch will also be provided. No experience or MUSCLES required!!

Please see the HCR CALENDAR for More Details on flex arrival time if needed, how we participate in the building of the ramp, and optional tools to bring. If you have any questions, please contact Community Service Event Coordinator Kayla Williams-DiNardo [email protected]. Thank you, Kayla! Event & Info – see the HCR CALENDARREGISTER  HERE

MAY  17  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.

MAY 17  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 at [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.

MAY 21  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.

MAY 23     SATURDAY                          SPRING AUTOCROSS  2026

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN  HERE

7:30 am – 4:00 pm CT

TRAVIS COUNTY EXPO CENTER 

7311 Decker Lane, Austin, TX 78724

It’s time to BUCKLE UP once again for another fast-moving Autocross!  We will have our usual group of instructors, a novice walk-thru, loaner helmets, coffee and donuts, etc. Fees are $50 for PCA members and $60 for non-PCA members.  No walk-ups, you must register in advance. 

NOTE: The best source of detailed information is the Discord HCR autocross channel. If you aren’t already a member of Discord, feel free to contact Alfred Freudenberger to learn how to join.

Please contact Autocross Event Coordinator Alfred Freudenberger with any questions on HCR’s Discord or [email protected]. Thank you, Alfred!

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN HERE      Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR

HCR’s 2026 AUTOCROSS SERIES is presented exclusively by HCR advertiser AUSTIN FILM SOLUTIONS 8711 Burnet Rd Ste. B-33, Austin, TX 78757. Thank you ANGEL CALVO and the entire AFS Team. We appreciate your support!

MAY  27    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.

REMINDER:

HCR’S CLASSIFIED ADS – Looking to buy a/sell your Porsche, Porsche parts, or Porsche-related items? You can place an ad(s) on the HCR website for FREE. You can also include up to three photos of the item(s). No commercial ads, please. More Details HERE.For questions, please contact Coordinator Vicki Kalin  [email protected].  Thanks, Vicki!

SAVE THE DATE

*NEW DATES/CHANGES HIGHLIGHTED IN RED

JUNE 14-20 SUN-SAT               PORSCHE PARADE – LAKE PLACID, NY

JULY 14  TUE                                            HCR BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

JULY 18  SAT                                             SUMMER DRIVING TOUR 

JULY 19  SUN                                          A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S WINE SOCIAL @the Fosters in Steiner Ranch 

JULY 25  SAT                                             TECH SESSION @ AUTOCRAFT BODYWERKS (Spicewood)

AUG  8  SAT                                                NEW MEMBER SOCIAL @ PETROL LOUNGE

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