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Long time sponsor Lavaggio has informed us that they are now open for business:
Lavaggio - "The Art of Detailing" Reopens!
We're requesting photos of SBR member's 356's for display on the region's social media:
https://flic.kr/s/aHsmNmtc8m
Have a Porsche 356 You'd like to show off?, submit a photo and short description to
pcasb_webmaster@outlook.com
Alternate Vehicle Month has passed, but the photos are still with us!
https://www.flickr.com/photos/pcasbr/albums/72157714011733172
They also remain on our Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/PCASBR/photos/?tab=album&album_id=3093342964038413
The contest has concluded, but all the beautiful photos are available for viewing:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/pcasbr/albums/72157713719258221
What a challenging two months for us all personally and as Club. While we all wish for a return to normalcy, that may require a new definition.
I unexpectedly became SBR President at the Board meeting on March 11. Since my wife Susan and I have been grounded from flying, I’ve had plenty of time to throw myself into the job. For the time being, all Board meetings that are the second Wednesday of odd numbered months will be held via Zoom.
Although we had to cancel all activities in April and May, the Board and I have tried hard to stay connected to you, our members. We found a new vice president in Steve Doll and he and I have already been working together. The Club had a successful photo contest and had some interest in “driving” alternate vehicles in April. For lack of editorial content and accompanying phots, Der Auspuff is also on hold. PCA has cancelled its annual Parade, but the Werks Reunion during Monterey Car Week is still on the schedule at this time.
To help others less fortunate in the Region, the Board approved a donation of $500 each to Food Share in Ventura and the Food Bank in Santa Barbara. Depending on finances, I hope we can look at additional worthy causes in a few months.
Of course, the Club will follow State guidelines on meeting size and distancing, so the Board will evaluate month-to-month on resuming activities.
Thank you for your support and please share ideas to remain connected.
Rod Hersberger
SBR President
rodhersberger@gmail.com
805 698 1659
The Porsche Club of America was founded in 1955 to meet the particular needs and interests of the owners of Porsche cars. Our general objectives are to promote the highest standards of courtesy and safety on the roads; the enjoyment and sharing of other events as may be agreeable to the membership; the maintenance of the highest standards of operation and performance of the marque by sharing and exchanging technical and mechanical information; the establishment and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with the Porsche WORKS, Porsche dealers, and other service sources to the end that the marque shall prosper and continue to enjoy its unique leadership and position in sports car annals; the exchange of ideas and suggestions with other Porsche Clubs throughout the world and in such cooperation as may be desirable; the establishment of such mutually cooperative relationships with other Sports Car Clubs as may be desirable.
The Santa Barbara Region of Zone 8, Porsche Club of America covers Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. We are a region of more than 700 members plus over 500 affiliate members. We were chartered in June, 1964 and celebrated our 50th anniversary on July 19, 2014 in Santa Barbara.
This region exemplifies national PCA’s motto: "It's not just the cars, it's the people." Lasting friendships are the rule, not the exception within our club.
We meet for breakfast on the first Saturday of every month at Johnny Rockets and Panera Bread in the Camarillo Premium Outlets from 8–10 a.m., and on the second Saturday each month at the Moby Dick Restaurant on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara, from 8:30–10 a.m.
Our region offers competitive driving events such as autocrosses, driver education, and even a gimmick rally just for fun. We go on numerous exciting drives on back roads throughout Southern California and hold various social events including a chili cook-off, a progressive dinner and our holiday brunch. A highlight every year is SBR’s Concours d’Elegance where Porsches are judged in competition or just placed for display on beautiful grounds for all to enjoy. We also organize several extended weekend trips to places of interest such as Yosemite, Zion and Bryce National Parks. Most of all we offer friendly people driving great cars. We invite you to join us for some fun driving your Porsche with other car enthusiasts.
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Check our Calendar for all of our exciting upcoming events.
Membership in the Porsche Club of America is open to anyone 18 years or older who owns or has ordered a Porsche automobile produced by the factory. A limited, six month "Quest" membership is also available for those searching for a Porsche to purchase. Dues are $46 a year, $90 for two years or $132 for three years and includes the monthly PCA Porsche Panorama magazine and our local monthly newsletter, the Der Auspuff.
The Santa Barbara Region hosts two monthly breakfast meetings on the first and second Saturdays of each month. The first meeting is held at the Panara Bread and begins at 8:00 a.m. The second meeting is held at the Moby Dick Restaurant on Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara and begins at 8:00 a.m. All Porsche owners are invited to attend. Other activities are held each month throughout the year.
The easiest way to become a member of the Porsche Club of America is by completing an application online at PCA's website: JOIN NOW
Hard copies are also available through Membership Chairman Sue Kinsling at sue_kin@hotmail.com. We hope that you will consider membership in the Porsche Club of America, Santa Barbara Region. You won’t be disappointed!
Personalized SBR Name Badges are available to members by completing and mailing in the following form: PCASBR Name Badges
Send eMail to: pcasb_webmaster@outlook.com
Porsche Club of America, Santa Barbara Region
P. O. Box 959,
Camarillo, CA 93011
Predawn hours at the Rolex 24 at Daytona
By John Grusd
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