All Event Notices in Region
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2022 Houston and Boat Auto Show
Join us the morning of Saturday, January 29, 2022 at the NRG Center to see the newest offerings from nearly 40 automobile manufacturers.
As a benefit of being a member of MBCA we have the opportunity to purchase tickets at a discounted admission $13, and entry into the show at 9:45 am, 15 minutes prior to general admission, thanks to the generosity of the Houston Automobile Dealers Association.
Parking at the NRG Center is an additional $15. We recommend parking at the Fannin South Park & Ride located at 1604 W. Bellfort Ave. and riding the METROrail train to the NRG. Parking at the Fannin South Park & Ride is $3.00 and the METROrail train fare is $1.25 each way per person.
We will meet in the lobby of the NRG center at 9:00 to receive our tickets for admission to the Auto Show. If you are late arriving tickets can be picked up at the Will Call window. Tickets will be honored for admission on Saturday January 29th from early admission at 9:45am until closing at 9:30pm or any time Sunday January 30th from 10am to 7pm.
Tickets must be purchased no later than noon on Friday January 28th via PayPal by clicking the following link.
https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=P2A...
Section:HoustonEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Join your fellow MBCA Seattle Section members for a private tour of Richard Griot’s exquisite car collection in the “Back Room” of Griot’s Garage. Come behind the scenes and see some of Richard’s prized cars, hear the history and stories of what made these cars special and unique. This is a very rare opportunity to see a bit of history in a part of Griot’s Garage that is not usually open to the general public. Historic Race Cars, Super Cars and Custom One-Off Autos are included in his personal garage.
The Seattle Section Board of Directors will meet after the tour in the Griot’s Cafe, and you are welcome to attend.
RSVP: Please RSVP your attendance by January 26th to: Tony Andrews email or call (253) 272-0358.
Section:SeattleEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Happy New Year! We, the Officers of our Bluegrass Stars Section, hope you all enjoyed a safe, healthy, and very, very happy Holiday Season, and are looking forward to a full calendar of events for 2022! We plan to start the year off at Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint for a late lunch on Saturday, January 29th, if the fates, weather and Covid allow! If you haven’t tried their BBQ, you are in for a treat, and if you haven’t visited Towne Center before,it is right across Westport Drive. Depending on the number of RSVPs, we can request a private room. If we have a limited response, we will postpone the event until a more opportune date in the future. We have a full schedule of events planned in the upcoming year, and look forward to enjoying some new venues, and revisiting a few favorites with you all. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to reach out to any of us. PLEASE RSVP BY JANUARY 22 TO DAVID ROSENBERG AT (502) 548-8960OR EMAIL [email protected]Please include your name and the number of people in your party. When you RSVP, please ensure that we can contact you via phone or email in the event of last minute changes due to inclement weather or...other factors!
Section:Bluegrass StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
2022 MERCEDES-BENZ ENTHUSIAST DINNER
Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 5:30 PM
By Karen Manser and Debbie Ichiyama
Venue 8600
8600 E Anderson Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
5:30 - 6:30 Members Car Show and Mix and Mingle with Hors d'oeuvres and Cash Bar.
6:30 Dinner catered by Cafe Pranzo, Speakers and Perhaps Some Other Surprises.
The Auctions are back and so is our annual Mercedes-Benz Enthusiasts Dinner.
As car lovers descend on Arizona for the great car auctions of the valley, we will again celebrate the classic car auction week with the Mercedes-Benz Enthusiast Dinner.
This year’s event will be held on Saturday evening January 29th, at VENUE 8600, a contemporary event location five minutes from West World. Activities will start at 5:30 PM in the generous 200 spot parking area with the viewing and judging of the "People's Choice" contest featuring MBCA members personal cars.
Following the voting, join us for appetizers and a no-host bar followed by dinner catered by Café Pranzo, one of the valleys premier catering companies. We will also have our usual program of speakers who will give their perspectives on the past week's auctions and current state of the classic car market. Bring your questions and join the discussion.
Join us at the event and also help us celebrate Desert Stars 60th anniversary.
See the mail in registration form on page 7 of the StarDust or for questions, or credit card payments, please call Debbie Ichiyama at 480-268-9535.
Section:Desert StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
January 29th 6:30 - 10:00 -A Dinner to Start the New Year...Click the link below for more information.Lemongrass Thai RestaurantSaturday night January 29th - 6:30 to 10:00 - join us for a Holiday dinner at the Lemongrass Thai Restaurant (16666 San Pedro Ave at 281, San Antonio, TX 78233) for a night of some great Thai food, and visit with our Mercedes-Benz family of friends - let us know how many to expect so we can let the restaurant be prepared for us. Be sure to check your inbox for your E-News and the link to RSVP.
Section:Texas Hill CountryEvent Type:Event Designation: -
The Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement (MAACM) is the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to the American Arts and Crafts movement. Founded by local philanthropist and collector Rudy Ciccarello, MAACM is St. Petersburg’s newest museum, featuring stunning architecture, incredible works of art, and an ideal location in the downtown waterfront arts district. The most important artists and enterprises of the American Arts and Crafts movement are represented at MAACM in 40,000 square feet of gallery space. At 12:30 we will divide into 2 or 3 groups (depending on how many come) for our docent led tour of the museum. Following the tour we will have lunch at Harvey’s 4th Street Grill, 3121 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL at 2:30 PM. The restaurant is just 2 miles North on 4th Street and has ample parking. Important Info:WHEN: Sunday, January 30, 2022WHERE: Arts & Craft Museum355 4th Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33701 https://www.museumaacm.orgCOST: $20.00/person for tourCALL: Paul & Linda cooperHome 727-726-6837 • Cell 727-798-6800 [email protected]TIME: 12:30 PM for museum tour; lunch at 2:30 RESERVE BY: January 24th
Section:Tampa BayEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Join us for Spassnacht at 6:30 p.m. on February 1st at O'Neill's, 95th and Mission Road, Ranch Mart North, Leawood as we resume Spassnacht for 2022. We'll be ordering off the full menu in the private dining room reserved just for the Kansas City Section. If you have to work late, just come when you can. Your Benz friends will look forward to seeing you there on the first!
Section:Kansas CityEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Section:Lone StarEvent Type:Event Designation:
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9:00 AM Gatering at Starbucks: 110 Donahue St., Ste A, Marin City
9:45 AM Start the engines
Note: Make sure you have a full tank of gas before leaving your place, make room for the cyclists when passing, and turn on the headlights for the duration of the drive!
This drive will showcase spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco, as well as the entire Bay panorama, while driving through the lush and beautiful Marin County backroads. Approximately 2 ½ hour drive, a little over 50 miles. This will be on some of the most twisty roads you will ever find; Dramamine will come in handy if you are prone to carsickness!
FIRST PORTION: MARIN CITY TO MARIN HEADLANDS: After our meetup at Starbucks in Marin City we will wend our way through picturesque (and touristy) Sausalito, up the hill to Marin Headlands Park. There we will have picture-postcard views of the GG Bridge and SF; though there are parking turnouts, they tend to be packed full so we may just drive slowly to enjoy the views. Retracing our steps back to Hwy 101 North, we get onto CA Hwy 1 through Mill Valley, and on to Mt. Tamalpais State Park.
SECOND PORTION: MARIN HEADLANDS TO MT. TAM: We will be on Shoreline Highway (CA 1) and continue on various winding roads until the Rock Springs Parking lot on the mountain. There are porta-potties there; and although the lot is large it tends to fill up early, so we suggest going on to E. Ridgecrest Drive which will take us to the East Peak Observation lot, only about 12 min. farther; there is a fee lot ($7 or 8 per car), but best panoramic views of the Bay, and real bathrooms.
THIRD PORTION: MT. TAM TO PT. REYES STATION: We backtrack to the Rock Springs Parking lot, and from there descend down the old Fairfax-Bolinas Road, through some incredibly untouched scenery. (The road is quite tortuous, down to one-lane in parts, and may be slow due to cars and cyclists.) When we hit CA 1 again, we follow it north a few miles through Olema to Pt. Reyes Station, our final destination. There we hope to all lunch at Cafe Reyes, which has plenty of seating outside and inside; however limited staffing may make for some delays. (But one can order drinks at the host window and sip while you wait.) AND after lunch, for those that don't wish to go straightaway home, there are many opportunities to explore nearby attractions such as Point Reyes National Seashore, Drakes Beach, Bear Valley Earthquake Walk, etc
Section:San Francisco Bay AreaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
From the organizer, Bill Brandt:
The First Sunday Drive on February 6, 2022 will take us from Auburn to Grass Valley, California.
Meeting Place
We'll meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Chevron Station and Starbucks facility at 10021 Combie Road in Auburn, CA 95602.
As you are driving up Highway 49, be aware that this intersection will sneak up on you. You will see a sign pointing to the left – Wolf Road and to the right – Combie Road. It’s a good 10-15 minutes up from Auburn.
Restaurant Destination
Wild Eye Pub
535 Mill Street, Grass Valley
This is a drive I had done in the past with a twist – a new restaurant in Grass Valley. As I discovered, during these times finding a restaurant that is open during our hours, with parking, is a challenge. But this is a gem.
We’ll stop at Bridgeport, to see a covered bridge. I know that it holds some record for length, but don’t know the details. A passer-by told me that it is the “longest in the world” but I’m not sure about that – there are plenty in New England. The state of CA just refurbished it.
It was built in 1862 as a means of greatly reducing transit times across the south fork of the Yuba River. Please have $5 with you as it is a state park and they ask that you pay on the honor system.
Since the Restaurant doesn’t open until 1:00 we’ll stay here 30-45 minutes. There are several exhibits to keep you occupied.
This has been a favorite drive of mine -as we leave Bridgeport and go through the booming metropolis of French Corral, notice the Wells Fargo stage stop that looks like they just closed yesterday.
Shortly after French Corral we hit the intersection of Hwy 49. While we won’t be stopping at the following 2 destinations I’ll mention, you may want to either backtrack after lunch or make it on another trip. To the left on 49, up another 30 miles, is the picture postcard town of Downieville. We’ll be turning towards the right and Grass Valley. But along the way, you will see a turn-off for the Malakoff Diggins. I’ve thought of leading a drive here, but as I recall, there are some dirt roads, which has always been a deal breaker for a FSD. It takes a good 30-45 minutes just to get to the recreated company mining town of Brookfield. And another 30-45 minutes to get back to Nevada City. But it is the site of a mining town that was historic for being the first Environmental Court Cases. It was the miners vs the ranchers in 1884, and the ranchers were objecting to the polluted streams caused by the miners hydraulic mining. As you drive in there, you can see the remnants of all that hydraulic mining. And because of COVID, all of the historic buildings are closed.
But these 2 places are something to think about later on your own.
After a lot of searching, I found a restaurant that is open during the hours we need, and has ambiance. I told the owner, Beth, that if I lived in Grass Valley I would become a regular. A number of car clubs meet there. There should be plenty of parking in the back.
Beth is a former Special Eds teacher and now pub owner and bartender. She also takes out the trash in the evenings as owners do these days!
Finally, a few rules. Beth asks us to wear a mask going in, but once you sit down you can take it off.
When we are caravanning, please keep a reasonable tight group. If you are ¼ mile behind the car in front of you, you are possibly losing the route for yourself and those behind you, and you are letting all of those pesky Hyundais and pick up trucks get in between our smart Mercedes caravan.
Please keep it tight!
We leave, as usual, at 10AM. I found, from the Greenhaven area of South Sacramento, to allow an hour’s transit time to the meeting place.
See you February 6!
Bill Brandt
Section:SacramentoEvent Type:Event Designation: -
On February 12, 2022, Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts are invited to join "Southern Stars Section" in the gated "Central Lot" (Not the "Exhibit Lot"), if you are able to share your vehicle for the duration of the event. (Once your vehicle is in the Central Lot, your vehicle must remain until 11 am.)
It is suggested you arrive before 7:30 am to get an ideal spot in the Central Lot if possible, as spots typically fill up quick closer to 7:45 am, and the Central Lot vehicle access gates close at 8:00 am.For a full-size parking map, please click this link:If you would like to be reminded, and are not on our Evite contact list, or have another question, just shoot us your email address in a message!No official registration is needed, although we would appreciate a quick message if you would like to attend.You may view prior Caffeine & Octane event photos from the official photographer here:More information can be found here:You may view past episodes of Caffeine & Octane here:(Four recent episodes feature the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance!)For additional information or questions, please email:or Contact David Wommer, Southern Stars Section President (904) 534-7319Section:Southern StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Mercedes, BMW and Porsche clubs will be putting on this all German Car Show.
Section:ChaparralEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Details to Come
Section:North TexasEvent Type:Event Designation: -
MEMBER APPRECIATION RECEPTION
Saturday, February 12th
Plaza Mercedes-Benz
Please plan to attend the St. Louis Gateway Section’s upcoming Member Appreciation Reception on:
Saturday, February 12th, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.
Members who have joined our Section over the past year will be recognized, and we can assuredly expect to be treated well by our hosts, Joe Underriner and Plaza Mercedes-Benz, 11910 Olive Boulevard, Creve Coeur, MO.
During our visit, Plaza will showcase its New Vehicle Delivery Center, provide us information on the Mercedes ME “OnStar System”, along with walk arounds of the new MB SUVs and hopefully the new EQS.
Plaza will be graciously providing us with lunch, at which time we will all have the pleasure of socializing with each other and our Plaza friends.
So that we can finalize our plans, PLEASE RSVP NOW, but no later than February 9th, to
Rick Siefert at [email protected] providing him with you and your associate member’s names.
We look forward to seeing you at what will assuredly be a fun and informative event!
Section:St. Louis GatewayEvent Type:Event Designation: -
First Quarterly Member Meeting of 2022!
All members and officers are welcome to attend. This location was chosen as it is "next door" to the Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville event at the Avenues Mall. If you would like to attend, please let us know so we have an idea of how to seat our group when the time comes.
For additional information or questions, or to let us know you wish to attend, please email:Section:Southern StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Join your Seattle Section MBCA friends for a “Sweet” Valentine drive on Sunday, February 13th. You don’t need a companion, just your love for Mercedes-Benz! We’ll meet up in the northwest corner of the Fred Meyer parking lot in Auburn (801 Auburn Way N) at 9:30 AM for a driver’s meeting and then head out at 10 AM. We’ll follow the Green River through the beautiful farmlands of the Green River Valley. Our first stop will be at Canter-Berry Farms, homesteaded in the 1870’s. We’ll be treated to blueberry muffins, coffee and blueberry tea. Blueberries may not be in season, but their farm shop is open and features everything “blueberry”. Blueberry pottery, blueberry chocolates, blueberry tea and local honey are a few of the gifts and treats available for purchase. We’ll be crossing our fingers for some clear skies because the mountain views are spectacular as we continue our drive thru the valley and up along the gorge to the historic City of Black Diamond. We’ll spend a short time there enabling you to visit the Black Diamond Bakery, The Smokehouse & More or Black Diamond Antiques, to name a few. Lastly, we’ll complete our drive just up the road at Lumber House Brewery for lunch and possibly a brewski. They’ve specialized in small crafted brewed beers since 2014. Please RSVP by Feb. 10th to Debbie Ward at [email protected] or 253-278-2314.
***COVID 19 precautions in place. Please wear a mask when in businesses, except when seated to eat. Also, many restaurants and other businesses are requiring proof of vaccination. Please just have a photo of your vaccine card in your phone, or bring your vaccination card with you. Also, there is a Digital Covid 19 record. https://waverify.doh.wa.gov/ go to this website for details. https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/covid-19/current-guidance/verify.aspx will show the current guidance from King County regarding Covid 19.
Section:SeattleEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Enjoy a great Sunday brunch and gemütlichkeit with other Wisconsin Section members at the Copper Dock Restaurant, 1474 E Friess Lake Dr., Hubertus.
We will be dining in the Copper Dock’s private room where we have enjoyed events before. It may be the Sunday before Valentine’s Day, but you can still bring your sweetheart (and I don’t mean just your MB!).
The price of $32.50 per person includes Sunday Brunch and coffee. A cash bar is available for those wishing an adult beverage.
Reservations Due by Wednesday February 9th
RSVP to Bruce Hamilton at [email protected] or 608-754-6066
PayPal is the preferred payment method, go to http://www.paypal.me/MBCAWisconsin
If you prefer to pay by check, make your check in the amount of $32.50 for each person attending payable to “MBCA Wisconsin Section” and mail to Bruce at
Bruce Hamilton
4225 Southwyck Dr
Janesville WI 53546-2120
Note: You are not registered for the event until both your RSVP and your payment are received!
Section:WisconsinEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Mark your calendars and plan to join us for our November monthly dinner meeting at 7pm on the 15th at Johnnie's Charcoal Broiler in The Village / Oklahoma City, OK
Section:Central OklahomaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Join us as we gather at our favorite German restaurant. We will be discussing upcoming events and spring driving destinations.
Hope to see you there.
Section:Eastern OklahomaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
MBCA Southern Stars Section will display several Mercedes-Benz vehicles at “The Great German Marques” exterior display at The Jacksonville International Auto Show on Friday, February 18!The auto show will begin Thursday February 17th, and continue through Sunday, February 20.Tickets: free (Children under 6), $5.00 for Military and Vets (Must purchase at the onsite box office, and present a military or veteran ID), Senior (65+) tickets are $9, and adult tickets are $13.Friday ONLY, February 18th is Active Military & Active First Responders Day. Frontline heroes, first responders, EMTs, nurses, doctors, health care workers and active-duty military receive FREE admission on Friday with valid ID.Thursday, 3:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday, 12:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday, 10:00pm-9:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-6:00pmFor additional information:For additional information or questions, please simply message us here or email:Section:Southern StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Vintage Cars - Motorcycles and Winery’s
Date: Sunday February 20th 2022
Organizer: Brigitte Trapp 818-808-3956 [email protected]
Meeting Location: 28380 State Why. 74, #15 Manifee, CA 92585 at Motte Museum Parking Lot
Meeting Time: 9:45 AM
Event information / Description:
10:00AM Tour of Motte Historical Museum, Classic Cars; Vintage automobiles displayed in a salvaged-wood barn with a gift shop & old-school theater. Donation:
11:30 AM No Host Lunch TBA
The Mason Jar Brewing Company: What began as an escape from the hustle and bustle of their busy lives soon transformed into the full-scale operation known today as The Mason Jar Brewing Company.
Doffo Winery: Vintage Motorcycles and scooters are displayed throughout the property.
Mount Palomar Winery: John H. Poole started Mount Palomar's vineyards in 1969, pioneering the new wine region and growing the finest grapes possible.
Briar Rose Winery: known for its Cabernet Sauvignons & replica of Snow White's cottage.
RSVP: 2/10/22 Museum needs head count.
Section:Los AngelesEvent Type:Event Designation: -
A group of fine gentlemen live in the Peninsula drive their pristine vintage vehicles and meet at Bagel Street Café in Mountain View every Saturday morning for a cup of coffee, rain or shine. Kent Emigh, our section member has a 1956 300Sc CAB, is among the group. I often dropped by and visited them because I have a coffee meet with my swimming teammates after an early morning workout within the same plaza.
It is a rare opportunity to see a wide range of vintage vehicles in one parking lot, and can chat face to face with these friendly vintage owners. I have asked them if it is ok for our Mercedes-Benz club members to drive their vintages and classics, and share the auto-enthusiasm on February 26, and they are all delighted and looking forward to it.
Kent Emigh had called me and confirmed that he will bring his 19576300Sc CAB to the place and Show-N-Tell on that day. Bring your vintage and classic Mercedes-Benz, or other vintage vehicles, or just come and be a spectator like me. This is the event you don't want to miss!
Section:San Francisco Bay AreaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
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The Mercedes-Benz of El Dorado Hills dealership will host MBCA Section members for an exlusive look at the new EQS all electric sedan on Sunday, February 27th at 10:30 a.m. The presentation should last approximately one half hour, after which interested attendees can head over for brunch at one of several El Dorado Hills Town Center dining establishments.
From Mercedes-Benz:
Redefining the automobile once again, Mercedes-EQ launches the all-electric 2022 EQS Sedan. Designed to exceed all expectations, the completely new EQS from Mercedes-EQ is the first-of-its-kind fully electric luxury vehicle. While the EQS is a close relative to the new S-Class, the electric architecture is all its own. This sedan marks a major milestone in integrating progressive mobility with executive-class luxury.
Seductively sculpted, the EQS is one of the world’s most aerodynamic production vehicle available today. Upon approach, you’ll notice the ultra-sleek exterior with an LED lightband that stretches across the entire front grille, giving you a taste of the captivating beauty that lies within. The automatic comfort doors open and close…automatically, of course. The beautiful design extends seamlessly inside the sleek interior, revealing the available Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) Hyperscreen. Exclusive to the EQS, this 56" curved glass instrument panel stretches from door to door to seamlessly merge three screens. A zero-layer interface eliminates the need to scroll submenus or provide voice commands, as the most essential applications — charging, entertainment, phone, navigation, connectivity, massage and more — are available given the situation. Each seat offers an opportunity to interact with the vehicle for a unique experience for both driver and passengers alike. The heart of the EQS beats with the next generation lithium-ion battery, a sophisticated, high-energy density that sets a benchmark in performance, efficiency and charging capacity. The integrated navigation uses Electric Intelligence to calculate your route while taking into account charging stops, weather conditions and topography — helping to ensure your journey flows as smoothly as the EQS itself.1 With easy charging opportunities in the densest network of charge points, the EQS can get a quick boost in just 15 minutes. And unlike traditional gas-powered engines, the EQS electric engine has its own soundscape, designed to uniquely carve out space for tranquility within the cabin.
Section:SacramentoEvent Type:Event Designation: -
We will visit this unique castle which was the home, gallery and workshop of internationally renowned artist, Howard Solomon. It is truly an amazing place. We will have two tours, one before and one after lunch. Lunch on the grounds at the Boat in the Boat Restaurant. Lunch is on your own and prices range between $12 and $13 plus drinks, tax and tip. Be sure to bring enough CASH as only CASH is taken...
> > > NO CREDIT OR DEBIT CARDS FOR LUNCH < < <
Important Info:
WHEN: Sunday, February 27, 2022
WHERE: Solomon’s Castle
4533 Solomon Rd
Ono, FL 33865-8713
COST: $26.00/person for tours
CALL: Dave & Lynn Hutchinson
Home 727-726-6711 • Cell 727-420-0424
TIME: Meet at 10:30 AM for tour at 11:00;
lunch on the grounds at Noon; The second tour will follow lunch.
RESERVE BY: February 21st
Section:Tampa BayEvent Type:Event Designation: -
The application form for The Amelia "Cars & Caffeine" is now available:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0af18c644cc246ec8555cf73b2cf29d4
You may also get to this form via https://www.ameliaconcours.com/
If you would like to apply, please apply sooner rather than later. If you know someone who has been trying to get in or would like to share their classic Mercedes-Benz with an adoring crowd, please let them know soon.
If you submit an application, and hear back with an approval confirmation (within a week), we would love to know who from our section will be present in March! Please email us if you have a chance!
Cordially,
David Wommer
[email protected]President
Mercedes-Benz Club of America
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German Car Club Bowling Tournament
Calling all members of the MBCA Houston Section;
Join us for a friendly bowling tournament competition against the other German Car clubs of Houston including BMW, and Porsche.
We need your help to win back the German Car Club Trophy. Last year BMW car club won the tournament and therefore are in possession of the trophy.
Don’t worry if you’ve never bowled a perfect 300 game. Nobody from the tournament last year came anywhere close to 300.
The bowling tournament will take place on Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 2 PM to 5 PM.
Del-Mar Lanes
3020 Mangum Road Houston TX 77092
(713) 682-2506
The cost is $23 per person and includes 2 hours of bowling, bowling shoe rental, pizza, soft drinks with refills, appetizers and some friendly trash talking. For the same price, we will also have a bowling lane available for those that just want to bowl for fun. Payment via PayPal is preferred as it's the easiest and quickest way to ensure you've RSVP'd. To pay and RSVP via PayPal, click the link below. Your payment is your RSVP and must be received by March 1, 2022.
Section:HoustonEvent Type:Event Designation: -
This 1st Sunday drive will include some of the highlights of historic Point Richmond.
Gathering place: 9:00 AM Starbucks, 2187 Meeker Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Start your engines: 10:00 AM
History: Originally known as East Yards, Point Richmond was Richmond's central downtown area from the late 19th century until the early 20th century. Point Richmond Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The neighborhood is dominated by the Chevron refinery, and a very active Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) freight yard, which gives the residents a love-hate relationship with its trains. The BNSF “wig wag signals” are one of only a handful still in existence nationwide.
The neighborhood is divided by a ridge, which separates a "Bay side" and a "Town side." There is a mix of historic Victorians and century-old buildings dating back to before the founding of the town.
Our drive will include Rosie the Riveter Museum (tickets not included), a Drive thru Point Richmond, The Red Oak Victory ship and No-Host lunch at Lara’s Restaurant (Reservation may be required).
The drive will start 10 AM at the Starbucks, 2187 Meeker Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
From San Rafael Bridge Take Exit 10A, follow signs for Marina Bay Parkway
Turn right onto Marina Bay Pkwy Quiznos on the corner
Turn right onto Meeker Ave.
2187 Meeker Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
From Eastbay I-80. At Exit 13B, bear right onto I-580 W toward Point Richmond / San Rafael / I-580
At Exit 10A, head right on the ramp for S 23rd Street toward Marina Bay Pkwy
Turn left onto 23rd St, then keep straight to stay on Marina Bay Pkwy
Turn right onto Meeker Ave
The last intersection before your destination is Marina Bay Pkwy.
Section:San Francisco Bay AreaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Brandon Bebout our favorite Master Certified Mercedes Benz Technician will hold a technical Q&A session to answer all your questions about late model and classic Mercedes Benz automobiles. In addition, Greg Kach Dealer Principal will speak on the industry outlook and specifically Daimler Benz and Porsche automobiles. Dillon Cole Delivery Specialist and Mario Varon will provide a walk around on the new Mercedes Benz EQS 450.
Light refreshments will be served.
This is a special opportunity to learn more about what you can do to prevent issues with your car as well as learn about the future of this dynamic industry.
Please RSVP your attendance to John Kushnerick by Friday March 4 so we can accomidate everyone.
Section:Eastern OklahomaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
On March 12, 2022, Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts are invited to join "Southern Stars Section" in the gated "Central Lot" (Not the "Exhibit Lot"), if you are able to share your vehicle for the duration of the event. (Once your vehicle is in the Central Lot, your vehicle must remain until 11 am.)
It is suggested you arrive before 7:30 am to get an ideal spot in the Central Lot if possible, as spots typically fill up quick closer to 7:45 am, and the Central Lot vehicle access gates close at 8:00 am.For a full-size parking map, please click this link:If you would like to be reminded, and are not on our Evite contact list, or have another question, just shoot us your email address in a message!No official registration is needed, although we would appreciate a quick message if you would like to attend.You may view prior Caffeine & Octane event photos from the official photographer here:More information can be found here:You may view past episodes of Caffeine & Octane here:(Four recent episodes feature the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance!)For additional information or questions, please email:or Contact David Wommer, Southern Stars Section President (904) 534-7319Section:Southern StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
PERE MARQUETTE GETAWAY
Saturday-Sunday, March 12th -13th
Pere Marquette Lodge – Grafton, IL
Save the date. Our weekend getaway event at the Pere Marquette Lodge in Grafton, Illinois is planned for March 12th –13th.
We have locked in 12 rooms at a price of $179 (pre-tax) for Saturday night.
We are planning several activities which will be included in the next edition of the St. Louis Gateway Section Newsletter as well as Information on reserving a room and specific times.
In addition, there will be an email sent out to all members with this information.
Section:St. Louis GatewayEvent Type:Event Designation: -
JOIN US AS WE ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES AT THE BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT GRILL IN JENKS OK.
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION WILL INCLUDE SPRING DRIVES, JOINT POKER RUN WITH THE OZARK SECTION, AND THE MECUM AUCTION TULSA.
GOOD FOOD, GOOD PEOPLE, GOOD FUN
Section:Eastern OklahomaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Enjoy a delightful traditional fish fry with club members at the Wisconsin Machine Shed Restaurant in Pewaukee. Meal includes all you can eat fried, baked or beer battered cod and traditional sides Please make your reservation by March 14th so we can have a head count for the event. Cash Bar available.
Event Details:
Date: Friday March 14th. Social Hour 5:30 pm and Dinner at 6:00 pm
Cost: $21 per person
Location: Machine Shed Restaurant, N14 W24145 Tower Place, Pewaukee, Wi. 53071
RSVP: Frank Lubinski ([email protected])
Register using the mail in form found in the Dec - Jan newsletter. You can also register by emailing the event host and paying online at www.paypal.me/MBCAWisconsin.
Section:WisconsinEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Join the Sierra Nevada chapter of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America for a fun Road Trip March 18-20, 2022. We will be driving from Reno, NV to Fort Bragg, CA, and staying two nights. There are options to visit the Glass Beach, ride the Skunk Train, Wine Tasting, and more. For more information, please contact Marc Dodson at (775) 771-1080 or email [email protected].
Section:Sierra NevadaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Day at a Farm, Highland Springs Ranch Sheep Shearing
Date: Saturday March 19th 2022
Organizer: Brigitte Trapp 818-808-3956 [email protected]
Meeting Location: Starbucks: 300 E Huntington Dr B15, Arcadia, CA 91006
Meeting Time: 9:00AM Depart: 9:30
Event information / Description:
Get a close-up view of how sheep are shorn and how to process our wool. Guests can learn about natural dyes, how to wash wool, and visit our farm to feed our organic sheep.
Graciano, the sheep shearer, will demonstrate how the sheep are freed from their winter woolies. Participants will also be able to see what happens to the fleece once it leaves the sheep (washing, carding, dyeing, and spinning) Adult $12.00 Senior $ 8.00 No host lunch at Farm.
RSVP: 3/11/22
Section:Los AngelesEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Section:Lone StarEvent Type:Event Designation:
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Classic Appreciation in Rochester will host the section.
81 Mill St,
Rochester, MI 48307
Greg Swett (owner) and his team at Classic Appreciation will be going over exterior and interior detailing, and some new products to help keep our Mercedes clean and shiny.
Please RSVP to Don MacDonald [email protected], or (248) 647-8430 by Sunday March 13, 2022 so we can let Greg and the team at Classic appreciation how many people to expect.
Section:International StarsEvent Type:Event Designation: -
This will be an overnight event for those wishing to stay. See hotel information above and please make call or reserve on line by January 21, 2022 to get our special rate. Mention or enter MER as the code to be part of our block of rooms on hold. What makes this car museum come alive is that the owner, Sydney Hobbs, is so excited about his collection. He will do our tour and you will really enjoy it. He owns most of the cars on display and has stories to go along with them. At 9:30 am coffee and donuts will be served and the guided tour given by the museum’s owner will start at 10 a.m. After the tour we will go to lunch at a restaurant to be announced. Important Info:WHEN: Monday & Tuesday, March 21-22, 2022WHERE: Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine4730 Dixie Highway • St. Augustine, FL HOTEL: Holiday Inn St. Augustine1302 Ponce De Leon Blvd. St. Augustine, FL877-847-3736 - Mention MER for special rate of $149 plus tax.COST: $10.00/person for tourCALL: Dave & Lynn HutchinsonHome 727-726-6711 • Cell 727-420-0424 [email protected]TIME: Meet at 9:30 AM for tour at 10:00 AM
Section:Tampa BayEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Bluebonnet Run and Trip to 5 Garages Ranch
Join us on Saturday, March 28 for our annual Bluebonnet Run coupled with a visit to 5 Garages Ranch in scenic Rutersville, Texas. Owned by La Grange businessman and community leader John Burkland, 5 Garages Ranch has been featured in Texas Highways Magazine, Garage Style Magazine and other automobile publications. The collection includes over 125 classic cars, hot rods, dragsters, motorcycles, vintage farm equipment, tools, and other collectible automobile memorabilia.
We will meet at 8:00 a.m. at the Chappel Hill Bakery for coffee/breakfast. Located about 45 minutes on 290 from Beltway 8, the address is 8900 Highway 290 East, Chappel Hill, www.chappelhillbakeryanddeli.com. Please park in the large parking area on the west side of the bakery. We have tables reserved for our group.
After breakfast at the Chappell Hill Dell we will travel to a nearby location to view and take pictures of bluebonnets before before caravaning to Rutersville.
Located at 6924 Wied Road in Rutersville, our visit to the 5 Garages Ranch will begin at 10:45 a.m., followed by a free catered barbecue lunch on the premises courtesy of 5 Garages Ranch. The donation of $10.00 per person will be given to the three charities supported by Mr. and Mrs. Burkland: Military veterans, autism, and pediatric cancer.
Registration for this fun event will close on March 25th.
Section:HoustonEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Join us for our first Membership Lunch of 2022. Rudy's BBQ in Frisco has offered to host us for this great event.
Membership Lunches are a great way to enjoy an awesome, low key, meal with other Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts. Many folks find this to be a great way to plug into the club with a low pressure environment. We will use this time to make announcements about upcoming events and to talk about these great cars that we all love so much.
There is no need to register for this event. You can expect over 30 folks from the North Texas Section to attend. I really look forward to seeing everyone at this very popular location for our lunch events.
Section:North TexasEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Let Debbie Egolf know where you would like to have the dinner.
Section:Northeastern PennsylvaniaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Santa Clarita Porsche Dealer, Museum - ARARAT-ESKIJIAN MUSEUM
Date: Saturday April 9th 2022
Organizer: Brigitte Trapp 818-808-3956 [email protected]
Meeting Location: Starbucks 15501 Devonshire St, Mission Hills, CA 91345
Meeting Time: 9:00 AM Depart 9:30 AM
Event information / Description: This new Porsche Experience features an exclusive underground Porsche heritage exhibit. The underground exhibit, dubbed Wunderground, has displayed Porsches owned by Adam Carolla, Jerry Seinfeld, and most recently Rod Emory and Cameron Healey's 1951 Porsche 356 SL Gmünd Coupe.
It looks exactly like Porsche Santa Clarita cut a sliver right out of Porsche’s own museum in Stuttgart, transported it halfway around the world, and plopped it in the basement. It’s incredible how the Wunderground has managed to capture the aesthetics of the Porsche Museum so perfectly. It’s not huge, housing just over a dozen cars at any given time, but they’re all incredible pieces of Porsche history in their own right.
No Host Lunch: Stonefire Grill
Following: ARARAT-ESKIJIAN MUSEUM (Armenian Museum)
Proud to be the only Armenian museum on the west coast, AEM highlights the life, culture and customs of Armenians from their indigenous homeland and across the globe. Admission: Free RSVP: 4/3/22
Section:Los AngelesEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Section:Lone StarEvent Type:Event Designation:
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Join us Monday, April 18, for a bluebonnet drive and lunch. Meet at Buc-ee's in Ennis, exit 251-A off I-45, at 9:30 to prepare for the drive. We will leave at 10am. During the drive, we will see some of most scenic views of the beautiful Texas bluebonnets. Lunch will be on the patio at Sugar Ridge Winery. Please register vial the PayPal link below. Registration fee is $10 per car. Hosts Kent and Carol VanMeter will lead this great event.
Section:North TexasEvent Type:Event Designation: -
JOIN US AT OUR FAVORITE GERMAN RESTAURANT IN TULSA.
WE WILL DISCUSS UPCOMING SPRING EVENTS AND DRIVES.
LOTS OF GREAT PEOPLE AND GREAT GERMAN FOOD.
Section:Eastern OklahomaEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Dallas Classic Mercedes Car Show
Fifth Annual - April 23, 2022
Come to a casual meet and greet with your fellow Dallas/Ft. Worth area Classic Mercedes owners. This event will provide a low key setting for owners of ALL years of Mercedes cars to come and spend a few hours getting to see some great cars, get to know each other and share stories and ideas.
The car show will be held in the parking lot of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Dallas. The public is not invited as this is an owner’s only car show. Friends are welcome, of course.
When: November 7th from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
Where: St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 7900 West Lovers Lane, Dallas
(SW corner of Lovers Lane & US 75 Central Expwy)
- It is required to RSVP prior to the event. For spacing reasons, I am limited to 50 cars
and will be first come first serve.
Please RSVP to my email [email protected] and include how many people you are bringing. We hope you can make it and look forward to seeing you!
Wallace Wheeler
Section:North TexasEvent Type:Event Designation: -
The Greater Washington Section of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America (GWS-MBCA; http://gws.mbca.org/) is pleased to announce the 2022 Deutsche Marque Concours d'Elegance!
The Deutsche Marque Concours event is an ideal opportunity for GWS-MBCA members to join their BMW Car Club of America and Porsche Club of America friends in a celebration of our German marques.
After such positive feedback, we will return to OCCOQUAN REGIONAL PARK for its ideal setting and accommodation for our members. The park is situated between Interstate 95 South at Exit 160 (123 North/Occoquan/Lake Ridge) and the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia with beautiful Occoquan River views! Plus, the park's own food truck will be selling lunch by the main Pavilion building. Alternatively, you may also enjoy the park's on-site restaurant, Brickmakers Cafe, if you don't mind a long walk (or a super short drive in your non-Concours automobile, of course!) that day.
Now celebrating 38 years, some changes implemented in years past remain in order. Chiefly, GWS-MBCA members must register for this event via Motorsportreg.com (http://www.motorsportreg.com/).
If you are unfamiliar with this registration process, please review the following helpful hints:
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Register your username and password on Motorsportreg.com.
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Review this GWS-MBCA DMCdE announcement page.
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Scroll down and click on the green "Continue" button.
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A new page will open to select an entry type. Be sure to click the radio button next to the quantity drop-down box to expand the vehicle and class fields.
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You may purchase additional Awards Reception tickets on this page, too.
In the Deutsche Marque Concours d'Elegance, vehicles are judged by their condition, appearance, and cleanliness. Competitive Mercedes-Benz vehicles are divided into two classes:
"Concours Street" Class – Judges scoring cars in this class will follow MBCA National Concours Rules in which the Interior, Trunk, Soft Top, Chrome, Rubber, Glass, Lights, Engine Compartment, Exterior Paint, and Body Work (but not the Chassis/Underbody/Exhaust System) are assessed. On the day of the show, these cars will be divided into categories based on actual turnout.
"Concours Popular Vote" Class – Public ballot will determine the “People's Choice” award.
The "Spirit of the Deutsche Marque Concours Award" will be announced and presented as the finale to the Awards Reception. Jointly, the three local Concours Chairs from BMWCCA, PCA, and MBCA will choose one car from their Best of Marque recipients to receive this large and impressive award.
Also returning to the event lawn will be another multi-make "Car Corral" display area adjacent to the Concours lawn. The Car Corral remains free of charge and is open to the public to display any non-judged automobile. Space will be limited, but, because usually there are many interesting cars that end up hidden in the parking lot somewhere, the Car Corral will exist simply to highlight the level of automotive enthusiasm that makes an event like the Deutsche Marque Concours so popular year after year!
The Deutsche Marque Concours d'Elegance remains free of charge to spectators and the Concours entry fee will be $50 per car. Each Concours entry fee includes one Wine & Cheese Awards Reception ticket. Additional Reception tickets can be purchased for $25 each.
Please understand that in order to maintain fairness in judging, you must have your car both registered and in position on the lawn well before judging starts at 10:30 a.m., preferably by 10:00 a.m. If your car is selected for an award, the announcement will be made at the 3:00 p.m. Awards Reception. Please be present at the Awards Reception to receive it, otherwise, it must be awarded to the runner-up in attendance at the Reception.
To ensure this event runs smoothly, we invite you to volunteer your time!
Volunteer opportunities include guiding entrants to lawn parking spots, handing out registration materials, participating as a Concours Judge, and helping to leave the facilities as we found them. Your input is very much needed and appreciated!
PoC: Omar Abou-Zied, GWS-MBCA Vice President and Concours Committee Chairman
Email: [email protected]
TEL: 703-309-0995
Section:Greater WashingtonEvent Type:Event Designation: -
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Third Time’s a Charm!
To great disappointment, the College Automotive Restoration Students (C.A.R.S. Club) annual car show at McPherson College has either been closed to the public or cancelled for the last two years, so we’re extra ready for this one to return.
If you like anything with wheels, this is your show. There’s something for everyone, which draws hundreds of cars from surrounding states, and it’s wonderfully organized by students enrolled in the Automotive Restoration Program at McPherson. Hopefully we’ll get a chance to see their current projects in progress, as we have in past years.
The Wichita Section has designated this as an MBCA regional event and will be hosting a BBQ lunch buffet for fellow MBCA members. So save Saturday, May 7 in your calendar and be ready to either display your car or just enjoy the show as a spectator. We’ll have additional details as May draws closer.
Section:Kansas CityEvent Type:Event Designation: -
DATE CONFIRMED: MAY 7th. Join us for our 10th annual EAS Open House and technical service event, where you will be able to look around the shop, talk to the technicians and put your car on the lift for a free inspection. This is a very popular event and we suggest you arrive early.
Section:MinutemanEvent Type:Event Designation: -
Details to come. Confirming the date with the shop. Stand by.
Section:North TexasEvent Type:Event Designation:
