Q: If driving a Porsche is supposed to keep you young, why does it get harder and harder to get in and out of as the years go by????
A: Nothing, I’ve got nothing!!!
30 DAYS OF UPCOMING HCR EVENTS
For More Detailed Event Info see the HCR CALENDAR
JULY 9 THURSDAY LUNCH BUNCH
11:30 am – 1:30 PM CT
GROVE WINE BAR AND KITCHEN
7719 Wood Hollow Dr., #100, Austin TX 78731
In July, Lunch Bunch will gather at THE GROVE WINE BAR AND KITCHEN in Northwest Hills. We had a very successful lunch there last year. Join us to enjoy the interesting food on their expansive menu and the sparkling, always engaging conversation with your fellow 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, 2025 HCR Volunteer of the Year! Event 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! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN HERE
Please contact Community Service Event Coordinator Kayla Williams-Dinardo with 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: SUMMER HOURS 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 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 [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
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.
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 k[email protected]. Thank you, Ken! Event Details here HCR CALENDAR. REGISTRATION IS OPEN HERE.
JULY 19 SUNDAY GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN
BEAT THE HEAT: SUMMER HOURS 8:00 am – 10:30 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
BEAT THE HEAT: SUMMER HOURS 8:00 am – 10:30 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 SUNDAY 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. Due to space and parking limitations attendance will be limited to 35 guests.REGISTRATION IS OPEN HERE.
Please contact event coordinator Bob Hieronymus with any questions at [email protected]. Thank you, Bob, 2025 HCR Volunteer of the Year! Event 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 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.
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 CALENDAR. REGISTRATION IS OPEN HERE.
Thank you to HCR’s ADVERTISER & SPONSOR AUTOCRAFT BODYWERKS. We appreciate you!!
AUGUST 2 SUNDAY INFORMAL GET TOGETHER @ RUDY’S BBQ 620
BEAT THE HEAT: SUMMER HOURS 8:00 am – 10:30 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.
AUGUST 5 WEDNESDAY LADIES LUNCHEON
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT
JACK ALLEN’S KITCHEN WESTLAKE
3600 North Capital of Texas Highway, Austin TX 78746
A message from Event Coordinator Michelle Freudenberger: Please join me in honoring our President, Crystal Zarpas. Ladies Lunch is the first HCR function she attended many years ago. Thank you for your leadership! We are so thankful.
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 AUGUST 3 @ NOON. REGISTER 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
AUGUST 5 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 month. This 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
AUGUST 5WEDNESDAY 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 month. This 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.
AUGUST 6 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
AUGUST 8 SATURDAY NEW MEMBER SOCIAL HOSTED BY PETROL LOUNGE
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT
Venue North Austin – the address will be emailed to confirmed registrants approximately two days in advance of the event.
We are excited to welcome all new/transfer HCR members (those who have been with HCR for less than a year) and our existing HCR members to the HCR Annual New Member Social event. HCR leadership will be available to answer any questions about HCR, our activities, and the many volunteer opportunities. Refreshments will be served. Registration via Club Registration will open on JULY 8 at NOON.
Please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions [email protected]. Thank you, Bill!Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR.
ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
PETROL LOUNGE has been a long-time supporter of HCR, hosting many events at its location over the years. Petrol Lounge provides a concierge vehicle storage service in a private, climate-controlled, secure facility. A Petrol Lounge representative will be available to answer any questions on its services. Thanks to Petrol Lounge co-founders and managing partners Randy Whitten and Jack McCauley for hosting this event. https://www.petrollounge.com.
SAVE THE DATE:
*NEW DATES/CHANGES HIGHLIGHTED IN RED
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
OCT 10 SAT FALL AUTOCROSS
OCT 17 SAT TEXAS RAMP PROJECT
OCT 31 SAT CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE
