All Event Notices in Region

  • Fall is just around the corner, and with that, the beautiful autumn colors, and crisper weather that we all look forward to at summer's end. This year should be no different! 

    The virus shut down all our event plans since our dinner this last February but now... its high time we get together again!

     

    We have lunch scheduled in General Butler State Park's Two Rivers restaurant on September 23 at 1:00PM. General Butler is in Carrolton Kentucky and a few miles north of I71's exit 44, on KY-227 North. Two Rivers' entrance is on the West side of KY-227 (my GPS was wrong saying it is on the East side, beware).

     

    Fred Mudge will lead a caravan from Mercedes-Benz of Louisville and leave promptly at noon. His route will be via I71, but his return route will be on scenic Hwy 42.

     

    A few notes about the restaurant...

    Two Rivers is General Butler's main dining room and it is large enough to accommodate all of us with appropriate safe distancing with many tables for four and six diners. They have done their best to ensure a safe dining experience during these pandemic times but beware, it goes without saying, you will be dining at your own risk.

    Before determining the lunch date we met with their staff and learned that they do not accept reservations, Thursday through Sunday are their busiest days and they will be going on their Winter schedule with limited staff and hours the week after our lunch date. They suggested Wednesday September 23rd and we agreed.

    Two Rivers’ menu has a good variety of lunches and the food is not only tasty but reasonably priced as well (Their Hot Brown is great!). The dining room view overlooks lakes and trees that should be, hopefully, in Fall full colors and awesome!

     

    For park information, click on: https://parks.ky.gov/carrollton/parks/historic/general-butler-state-resort-park

     

    The Butler-Turbin Historical House will also be open for tours. If you are interested, there is information provided on the website.

     

    The menu can be found on: https://zmenu.com/two-rivers-restaurant-carrollton-online-menu

     

    Good safety information: Do's & Don'ts Of Wearing A Face Mask At Restaurants During COVID-19 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/face-mask-restaurants-covid-19_l_5f4e5febc5b64f17e1435076

     

    PLEASE RSVP to this email address [email protected]

     

    We look to seeing you for lunch September 23rd! 

    J. Anne Gilliland, V.P.

    Fred Mudge, Treasurer

    Carol Rumrill, Secretary, and

    Gary Rumrill, President

    Section:
    Bluegrass Stars
    Event Type:
    Dining
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  • MBCA & Pierre Hedary Present: Bosch D-jetronic Injection Systems

    Bosch D-jetronic was the first ever commercially successful electronic fuel injection system. This system was used on all V8 models in the United States from 1970 to 75, with the exception of the 6.3 L m100 engine.

    • Overview and application of D-jetronic
    • Troubleshooting guide and common stumbling blocks
    • D-jetronic adjustments and methods of testing
    • Real world operation - common quirks, fuel economy, pluses and minuses

     

    Zoom details to be sent via eBlast to all members a few days prior to the event.

    Watch on YouTube Live

    Section:
    NBO
    Event Type:
    Virtual
    Event Designation:
    Social Media Committee Virtual Event

  • Considered by many to be the 8th Wonder of the World, the West Baden Resort is one of the most beautiful domed resorts in the world.  Located near the French Lick Resort and Casino, there is much to do and see in this quaint Indiana location.  Those coming in on Friday, we'll have a group dinner at a popular restaurant or attend a musical variety show and buffet at Larry Bird's Legends of French Lick event center.  Saturday morning we have a totally new Poker Run Rallye created for a fun time and drive through the rural Indiana countryside.  After the drive we'll meet for lunch and then everyone can spend the afternoon exploring the resorts, towns or gambling at the casino.  We'll end with a fabulous group dinner -- family style -- at the German Restaurant in French Lick.  A tremendous meal which you won't soon forget.  For questions and RSVP email Ken at [email protected].  To make your reservation at the resort call them directly at 888-936-9360 and mention group code 0920MBC to get our 500 Section discounted rate.  Hope to see you there.

    Section:
    Indianapolis 500
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  • Join us in celebrating the annual Oktoberfest at a new location, the Schwabenhof, 14750 W. Silver Spring Drive, Menomonee Falls, WI from 5:00-10:00 pm on Friday, September 25. German beer and food is available. Opening ceremony music by the Spielmanzug Brass Band and beer keg tapping at 6:00 pm. Free parking. Open to the public.

    In order to get an accurate headcount please notify the host (email, phone, text) by Sept. 21st if you are planning on attending.

    Bernd Kampe

    Section:
    Wisconsin
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  • This event is cancelled due to COVID-19.  

    Section:
    Memphis
    Event Type:
    Concours
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  • A FULL WEEKEND FOR 2020!!!!

    Come out and join us for an educational WEEKEND of fun driving on Summit Point's Shenandoah Circuit - The Shenandoah Circuit is a 2.2-mile (3.5 km) road course that first opened in 2005. It is a no holds barred technical challenge that will take years for drivers to master. The track contains a dimensional replica of the Nürburgring-Nordschleife’s famous banked Karussell turn complete with 20 degrees of banking.

     

    Important info at the registration web site.

    Section:
    Greater Washington
    Event Type:
    Track Event
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  • The Carolinas Section will be hosting a Fun Rally in and around the Aiken, SC area on September 26, 2020.  All MBCA members are invited to attend.  This event will provide the opportunity for all of us to enjoy our Mercedes and comply with CDC COVID-19 guidelines.  The majority of the time will be spent inside your car with your navigator.

    Using easy to follow directions, participants will be directed over city and country roads (all paved).  There will be a series of challenging questions that can be answered only by observing clues on the way. You will not need to leave your car. This is not a race.  Participants will be judged on their ability to follow simple directions accurately and to answer the questions correctly.

    Cars will be dispatched from the Aiken Visitors Center located at 406 Park Ave SE in Aiken at 5 to10 minute intervals. While waiting to be dispatched, the Visitor’s Center offers information on Aiken history including elaborate model railroad layouts.The first car will leave at 9:00 AM and last car will leave around 11:00 AM. You will be given a departure time with additional information prior to the event date. A waiver will be required to be signed prior to your departure from the visitor’s center for the drive.

    All teams will arrive by 1:00 PM for lunch and awards. Lunch will be at the Willcox Inn in Aiken and held on the patio around the pool area.  In the event of rain, it will be moved indoors. Social distancing will be practiced.  The meal will include a plated lunch with dessert.  All gratuities and tax are included.  At the conclusion of lunch the rally questionnaires will be reviewed and prizes awarded.  There will also be some door prizes drawn.

    The event should be completed by 3:00 PM.

    Entry fee will be $60 per car (2 people) and will include lunch and all rally information.  Each car will need a driver and a navigator.  individuals. Please register for this event at the MotorSportsReg link. Registration ends on Friday, September 18. 2020.

    Those desiring an overnight stay before the rally can stay at one of the hotels listed below. Participants are encouraged to come early to enjoy the many unique shops and restaurants in Aiken.Hotels: The Willcox https://thewillcox.com/ 100 Colleton SW, Aiken, SC (803) 648-1898 (possibly fully booked due toa wedding) Carriage  House https://www.aikencarriagehouse.com 139 Laurens NW, Aikens, SC     (803) 644-5888

    Section:
    Carolinas
    Event Type:
    Rallye
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  • Please join us for the annual Mid-Atlantic Region picnic and Peoples' Choice car show at Falkenhorst Farm in lovely Hopewell, NJ.  This year's event will be fully catered and at no charge to attendees.  Pre-registration is required due to COVID-19 regulations - walk-in attendance is not permitted.

    Our theme will be a Mercedes-Benz Global Celebration to include a variety of international and ethnic fare, in addition to the good old American staples of hot dogs, hamburgers and corn on the cob.  Bottled water and soft drinks will be provided; BYOB is welcome (wine and beer only).

    Flag raising is at Noon, with food service beginning at 1:30PM and Peoples' Choice winners awarded at 3:30PM; visitors are encouraged to stay as late as they wish.

    Mandatory COVID-19 regulations will be in force, so please obey all posted signage and follow all verbal directions; tables and chairs will NOT be provided, so you are adivsed to bring you own as you wish.  Again, pre-registration is required.

    Section:
    South Jersey
    Event Type:
    Dining
    Event Designation:
    Mid Atlantic Regional Event

  • A scenic drive to Lost Maples State Park. We will meet at the CVS Drug store parking lot at 12980 Bandera Road at 12:45 pm.  The CVS is on Bandera Rd.  just outside Loop 1604. At 1 pm we will leave the CVS and head northwest on HWY 16 to the town of Bandera and then on to Medina.  In Medina, we will pick up 337 to Vanderpool, Texas.  Then take 187 out of Vanderpool to the Lost Maples Park area.  When we arrive at the Lost Maples Mart near the park we will do a Pit Stop for 15-20 minutes.  We are not going to drive through the State Park but if anyone is interested in a hike in the woods you can break away from the group and go into the park.  Please remember if you do decide to go to the park and hike or camp you will need to make reservations in advance.  THE SECTION WILL NOT BE MAKING RESERVATIONS for you!!!  If you are interested in hiking in the park, you can get the reservation information to do that here: Lost Maples Park. The rest of us will continue on 187 until we meet 39.  We will turn right on 39 and follow the Guadalupe River into Ingram and then pick up 27.  Both 39 and 27 follow the river and affords some spectacular views.  Once we get to Kerrville we will take 16 to I-10 and then home.  Once in Kerrville, the journey ends.  You can take Interstate 10 home to Boerne or San Antonio or choose other routes to home as desired.    Hope to see you on the 26th for another scenic drive...

    Section:
    Texas Hill Country
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  • Join the Milwaukee Section on September 27, 2020 for a special event to benefit Hunger Task Force. The region’s Charitable Outreach and Concours committees are teaming up to provide a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic-era opportunity for premium German marque brands to include:

    •   Drive Milwaukee's picturesque lakefront with the Club.
    •   Show your car and visit with members at the Bavarian Bierhaus.
    •   Raise money for Hunger Task Force charity.
    •   Win a Door Prize for participating.

    Entry Fee: $20 minimun (100% tax deductible). All proceeds will benefit Hunger Task Force (“HTF”).  The Prizes (must be present to win) include:

    •       (1) Raffle ticket for the MBCA National New Mercedes give away
    •       (1) Badger Star Front Cover Feature; 
    •       (2) $25 Bavarian Bierhaus Gift Cards; 
    •       (4) Custom MBCA Personalized Plaques. 

     

                 9:30 Start Location:  South Shore Yacht Club, MKE

                 12:00 End Location:  Food at the Bavarian Bierhaus, 700 W. Lexington Ave, Glendale, Wisconsin.

    Please RSVP by Sept 25th to:  email ([email protected])  or  phone 262-408-9196. 

    Section:
    Chicagoland
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  • Join us September 27, 2020 for a special event to benefit the Hunger Task Force.  The region’s Charitable Outreach and Concours committees are teaming up to provide a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic-era opportunity for premium German marque brands to include:

    • Drive Milwaukee’s picturesque lakefront with the Club

    • Show your car and visit members at the Bavarian Bierhaus

    • Raise money for Hunger Task Force Charity

    • Win a door prize for participating in the eventThe Prizes will include (must be present to win): 

    • (1) Raffle ticket for the MBCA National New Mercedes give away

    • (1)Badger Star Front Cover Feature

    • (2) $25 Bavarian Bierhaus Gift Cards

    • (4) Custom MBCA Personalized PlaquesEvent Details for the “Over-the-Hoan Tour”

           Food:  At the Bavarian Bierhaus, Glendale

           Date:  Sep 27th 9:30 - 12:00

           Start Location:  South Shore Yacht Club, MKE

           End Location:  Bavarian Beirhaus, 700 W. Lexington Ave, Glendale, WI.

    RSVP by Sept 25th to ([email protected]) or (phone 262-408-9196)

    Entry Fee: $20 minimun (100% tax deductable). All proceeds will benefit Hunger Task Force (“HTF” ).

    Section:
    Wisconsin
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  • Section:
    Northeastern Pennsylvania
    Event Type:
    Rallye
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  • Dear M-B Friends, What a better way to start your Saturday morning that with your fellow M-B friends.  Join us for chats, coffee, etc. No reservations required, just come. Erik 

    Section:
    Memphis
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                                 Mount Palomar to San Jacinto Mountain

    Date:                              Saturday  October 3, 2020

    Organizer:                     Brigitte Trapp     818-808-3956       [email protected]

    Meeting Location:        McDonald’s 28100 Jefferson Ave, Temecula CA 92590

    Meeting Time:              10:00 AM       Departure Time 10:30 AM

    Bring snacks and a picnic lunch, there is however Paradise Valley Cafe, food to go at half point of drive, yes we will keep social distancing.

    Event information / Description

    Start in Temecula, drive to Palomar Observatory continue Thrue Cleveland National Forest a very scenic, leisure winding road trip with a quick visit at Ricardo Breceda Sculptor/ Open Air Designer Studio and continue drive of San Jacinto Mountain to Cabazon Dinosaurs.   Length:    158miles.     3:50Hr.

     

    Section:
    Los Angeles
    Event Type:
    Driving
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  • Let's get those stars shined up, its a scenic drive from Mount Palomar to San Jacinto Mountain! We will be joining the LA Chapter as they venture out on this journey. 

    Date: Saturday October 3, 2020 Meeting Location: McDonald’s 28100 Jefferson Ave, Temecula CA 92590 Meeting Time: 10:00 AM Departure Time 10:30 AMBring snacks and a picnic lunch, there is however Paradise Valley Cafe, food to go at half point of drive, yes we will keep social distancing. Start in Temecula, drive to Palomar Observatory continue Thrue Cleveland National Forest a very scenic,leisure winding road trip with a quick visit at Ricardo Breceda Sculptor/ Open Air Designer Studio andcontinue drive of San Jacinto Mountain to Cabazon Dinosaurs. Length: 158miles. 3:50Hr.

    Section:
    Orange County
    Event Type:
    First Sunday Drive
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  • It's the annual Oktoberfest All-German Car Show with our buds in the BMW, Porsche, and Audi clubs. The Mercedes-Benz Club started to event quite a few years ago with just a handful of cars. We've outgrown several different venues and now we're at a new location on the top deck of a parking garage immediately east of BMA Tower -- the biggest expanse in town we can find that will hold us. (Thanks to a little help from our friends at the Kansas City Automotive Museum.) With the other clubs we now routinely draw over 225 cars of all vintages.

    This is a not a judged concours. Just run your car through Waterway and bring it over still dripping wet. We'll have an area reserved just for us. A lawn chair would be a good idea. There is a travelling "Hog" trophy to the club that draws the most cars, so come on out and help us win the trophy back from the pesky BMWs. Oh, and possibly win a door prize.

    Come on out to admire some great cars and visit with your Benz friends at a socially-approved distance. (See Note below.)

    There will be updates to this post. Check back!

    09-18-2020 UPDATE: This event will also be an opportunity to qualify for the MBCA Silver Star Preservation Award. If your roadworthy Mercedes is 25 years of age or older, essentially original, and you drove it to the event, MBCA certification forms will be available for you to apply.

    This is a self-certification, with verification from two on-site judges. Assuming your car qualifies, you'll apply to the MBCA NBO for a great certificate (here it comes: suitable for framing!) and authorization to purchase a handsome and exclusive Silver Star Preservation grill badge. They are way cool and only available to owners who have received the certification. The judging involved is NOT a concours beauty contest, but a verification of eligibility in regard to function and originality. Application form here.

     

    Note: We will observe the Kansas City, Missouri extended State of Emergency proclamation in effect until January 16, 2021. This is an all-outdoor event. Accordingly, while nor required, all Kansas Citians are strongly encouraged to wear masks outdoors in any situation where they are unable to maintain six feet of social distance from others.

    Section:
    Kansas City
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  • Join the Wisconsin Section for a concours and membership milestone regontition event on Octobter 4th at the Beloit Club in Beloit Wisconsin. As the “Show & Glow by the Lake” concours changed to a biannaul event the Wisconsin Section with be hosting our own concours event. In additional to the concours we will also be cele-brating club member major milestones and awarding pins to the members that are able to make it in person to the event. The club board will be reaching out to members that will honored at the event prior to Sept 15th.

    “Mercedes-Benz Concours and Milestone Reception”

    Food:  Beloit Clubs Standard Tavern or Scratch Bar

    Date:  Oct 4th at 12:00 - 4:00**** ALL SHOW CARS MUST BE IN PLACE BY 11:30 AM ****

    Location: Beloit Club - 2327 S Riverside Dr, Beloit, WI 53511

    RSVP - By October 1st to Bruce Hamilton by email [email protected]) or phone (608-754-6066).  Registration is limited to the first 30 cars. 

    Additional Information and a Map will be emailed out prior to the event for everyone that RSVPs

     

    Section:
    Wisconsin
    Event Type:
    Concours
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  • Bavarian Grill in Plano has again invited us to join them for our annual Oktoberfest Dinner. We will start at 6:00pm. Great German food and the best German beer selection in American will be available for order. They are already set up for perfect social distancing and will make this a great evening. Join us for a fun and entertaining dinner at this great German establishment.

    I just confirmed with BG and the limit they can take in the Biergarten is 30 folks to maintain social distancing. So we are limited to that. We will use Paypal, just like for the picnic. You will pay $5 to sign up and when you arrive you will have the option to put your $5 in the 50/50 drawing and have a chance to win $ or get it back in cash. 

     

    Section:
    North Texas
    Event Type:
    Dining
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  • Cooped up? Looking to get away, unsure where?

    Well we've got the perfect car get away. The SD Section is teaming up with the Packard Club of San Diego, and we're planning on joining for their Fall Tour and weekend!

    Book your room ASAP as they are filling up fast. 

    If you plan on attending and have booked please communicate with Maurice so we can coordinate with the other two clubs.  

    The Fall Tour and weekend stay at the Mile High Community of Idyllwild, CA. Friday Oct. 9 through Sunday October 11, 2020. Accommodations are at the Bluebird Cottage Inn one mile from downtown Idyllwild. We have nearly the entire Inn reserved for our two clubs, which are combining again for a fun filled weekend. October 10 is the 23rd Annual Art & Wine Walk in Idyllwild. Because this is such a high demand weekend for lodging it is imperative to lock in your room/cabin ASAP. Make your reservation NOW in order to guarantee your room and enjoy your pick of accommodations!

    Friday & Saturday October 9 &10, departing Sunday October 11 Bluebird Cottage Inn, 26620 Saddle Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549   

    Call 951-659-2696. Ask for Beth and the Packard Club block of rooms.

     

    See web site www.bluebirdcottageinn.com and view cottages/property map. Every room/cabin on the upper part (east side of Hwy 243) is reserved for our group. Prices are very affordable but vary depending on size and number of bedrooms.

     

    Important:

    • The Conference Room is reserved for us as a hospitality/welcome gathering place. Hours are 4:30 pm Friday and Saturday. Come relax, enjoy snacks and cocktails, visit with friends, and make new ones.

    • Check-in time is 2:00 pm and all parking is on-site, off the highway.

    • Dinner is arranged on Saturday at 6:30 pm.

    • Special gifts will be awarded Saturday at the banquet! This year includes a Halloween theme, so best man’s and lady’s costume will be voted on.

      Sign up soon so you do not miss out!!!

     

    Section:
    Orange County
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  • Orange Park Mercedes has graciously offered their dealer location to host a Cars & Coffee event on the second Saturday of the month in October with our Mercedes vehicles!

    This partnership allows the use of indoor restroom facilities, and a chance to browse some of the new models that will be on display!

    A small amount of guests will be allowed into the dealership as requested.

    This will be an outdoor event.

    Section:
    Southern Stars
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  • This event has been rescheduled for October 10-11 due to the coronavirus outbreak.

    The Lone Star Section will be hosting this year’s Hill Country Run which promises to be a great weekend overnighter.  Join us for scenic drives, local flavor meals, wine-tasting, fun and games, and an optional boat ride on Lake Buchanan.  Our headquarters will be the beautiful Canyon of the Eagles resort near Burnet.   Click the register button below for complete details.

    Section:
    Fort Worth
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  • Octoberfest at Mercedes-Benz of Fairfield

    More details and time TBA

    Section:
    Connecticut/Westchester
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  • ***MBCA Corral is open to all years and models Mercedes-Benz; RSVP not required, but recommended***

    Once again for the 12th year in a row, the great automobiles and motorcycles of Europe will be coming to Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland, MS for the 11th annual Renaissance Euro Fest Classic European Auto and Motorcycle Show. Entries in the show must be twenty-five years or older (built prior to 1994) except for a selection of newer special interest autos of rare and limited production.For European auto enthusiasts, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of British, Italian, German, and many other European vehicles. If brands such as Rolls-Royce, Volkswagen, Ferrari, Porsche, Land Rover, BMW, Alfa Romeo, Daimler, Jaguar, Norton, Ducatti, Royal Enfield, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, (to name just a few) excite your senses, then you need to get all in!It’s a perfect time of year to be outside, strolling through the Renaissance, and viewing gorgeous autos and motorcycles. This year the event will be held on Saturday, October 10th, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 AM. The show is open to all European Marques with no registration fees and is free to the public as well. Over 15,000 spectators are expected to view 150+ entries manufactured in five different countries, coming from ten different states.If you are interested in entering an auto or motorcycle in the show, you may find an entry form at www.euro-fest.net THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE FOR PARTICIPANTS, BUT ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER VIA OUR WEBSITE WITH APPROVAL.This year’s show will begin Friday, October 9th with optional drives departing Memphis and New Orleans, coming together at the show site for the combine and escorted, Renaissance Rally Drive, starting at 3:00 on Friday, October 11th, from the Hyatt Hotel at the Renaissance. The police-escorted drive will travel on an enjoyable route to an equally enjoyable location and then back to the Renaissance for the “Pick Up Your Packet” Reception that evening.For More Information, please click the topics at the top of the web site or contact [email protected] for details.Thank you,Mike Marsh Phone: 601-946-1950E-mail: [email protected]

    Section:
    Mississippi
    Event Type:
    Concours
    Event Designation:
    Central Regional Event

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    On Saturday October 3, at 11:00 AM, Mercedes Benz Club of America, Southern Stars Section, will be hosting a member meeting via Zoom, a free smartphone application or computer software download. Go here to learn more about Zoom if you are not familiar with it: https://zoom.us We are looking forward to chatting with everyone!

    Log-in details will follow via email.

    Please ensure your contact info (and that of your associate member if applicable!) is up to date with the national Mercedes Benz Club of America, so we have the best email address for you before we send out the email with all of the details a week or two before the event.

    Please log-in to your Mercedes Benz Club of America account, and verify your email address to ensure it is the correct, newest & best one. https://www.mbca.org/

     

    Section:
    Southern Stars
    Event Type:
    Virtual
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  • Jerry Zajicek and Bernd Kampe are planning our MB Club’s fall color tour for Saturday, Oct 10th. We will all meet at 12:00 Noon at the Wollersheim Winery, 7876 State Road 188, near Prairie du Sac. This historic and award-winning winery overlooks the Wisconsin River. We will have a light lunch at their Bistro. They are not doing any tours now, but you can visit their wine gift shop if you like (must wear a mask due to Dane County rules). https://www.wollersheim.com/bistro/.

    Afterwards, we will begin our driving tour to Mirror Lake State Park on several scenic fall color roads. We will drive by the state-owned and restored Seth Peterson Cottage, which overlooks Mirror Lake State Park. It was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1958, a year before his death (www.seth-peterson.org). The cottage is currently closed to visitor tours due to the virus. A state of Wisconsin Park sticker is required if you stop to park, but not if just driving through it. Afterwards, you can drive back home on any route you choose.

    Please call/text message Bernd Kampe at 262-492-4441 or email [email protected] by Oct 5th if you will be joining us on this unique fall color tour.

    Section:
    Wisconsin
    Event Type:
    Driving
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  • Section:
    Northeastern Pennsylvania
    Event Type:
    Other
    Event Designation:
    Special National Event

  • Our Fall Color Tour is just that, a color tour depending on Mother Nature, on Friday, October 16th. If the color is not ripe or we have predicted rain, we can postpone to October 23rd. We will meet at 11 AM at the Holiday Inn Express at Exit 11 off Route 81 in Cortland, N.Y. on the East side of route I 81. This may be the best time to record a picture before departing. The club requests that while we gather that social distancing be observed and masks worn. Once returning to your car, of course masks are at your discretion.

    We will tour along sparsely travelled New York Highway 41 from Cortland to our destination, Skaneateles NY. The tour is 32 miles and may take up to one hour. Doug and Bea Archer will lead the way.

    Lunch in Skaneateles offers choices. You may bring on your own packed picnic basket and enjoy your lunch at either of two parks bordering Skaneateles Lake harbor, or choose a restaurant, all open, on the main ‘drag’. The Sherwood Inn serves lunch with distancing inside or outside with same menu. After lunch feel free to explore the town and harbor and return home at your leisure.

    Happy motoring, Bea and Doug Archer

    Section:
    Finger Lakes
    Event Type:
    Local
    Event Designation:
    Northeast Regional Event

  • Details to follow

    Section:
    Memphis
    Event Type:
    Driving
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  • Due to closure of the Plaza III our Third Saturday Breakfast Meetings are in abeyance pending selection of a new venue. Keep watching this site for an announcement of resumption.

    Section:
    Kansas City
    Event Type:
    Dining
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  • John and Dottie Miller’s plans for the October 17 Poker Run have been completed. The fun will begin at the Holiday Inn Express in Morrilton, Arkansas, located at 8 Bruce Street, just south of I-40 and Hwy. 9. You can see the hotel from the intersection. We will meet at 9:00 a.m. in the hotel parking lot to check off all names and hand out a map of the run, draw the first playing card and any other necessary business. There is no cost to participate in the run but if you want to enter your name to draw a card, the fee will be $10.00 per person. At the final destination, we will draw the final card for the winning participant. The winner will receive half of the pot with the other half going to the Ozark Section for future expenses. The total value of the five cards picked will determine a winner. If there is a tie, a card for each final winner will be drawn to break the tie. We will leave the parking area of the hotel at approximately 9:30 a.m., turning left to make the short drive to Hwy. 9. Turning right onto Hwy. 9 will take us to Hwy. 64 where we will head East to Hwy. 25, which is at the west end on Conway. Then travel north for about a mile to Kinley Drive with a beautiful lake-park to draw the second playing card. Our third stop will be at the corner of Hwy. 64 and Hwy, 5. Continuing north on Hwy. 5 to Hopewell we will draw the fourth card and then onto our destination in Heber Springs. The Millers have picked a beautiful location for lunch at the Red Apple Inn, 305 Club Road, on Eden Isle. A very large dining room is available for us to enjoy lunch, and we will draw the last final card for the grand winner. If any of the group would like to take in one more surprise, the Millers are planning a trip back toward Morrilton but heading a little more west to view something they won’t currently talk about. They will provide a second map to all who want to get a little adventurous. From this final location, it is easy to head back home Northwest towards Harrison, Arkansas or South to Morrilton and back home on I-40. The Holiday Inn Express has offered us a rate of $ 94.00 to $ 104.00 per stay. Several members may plan to spend Friday night. Please call the hotel at least 5 days before the event to ensure availability. The number is: 501-215-4924. If there are any questions about this event, please don't hesitate to contact the Millers at 479-414-9415 or [email protected]. All other information on the route will be handed out at the hotel. Please come join us for a great day of fun. See you there!

    Section:
    Ozark
    Event Type:
    Rallye
    Event Designation:

  • UNFORTUNATELY, THE PRESTON CANCELLED IS CLOSED UNTIL 2021 AND THIS EVENT IS THEREFORE CANCELLED.  WE WILL DO IT NEXT YEAR!

    You haven’t seen creepy until you’ve visited the Preston Castle in Ione.  Completed in 1894, it was built to house juvenile criminals.   Famous guests include Merle Haggard.  It has long been said that the castle is haunted and it has been investigated by a variety of ghost hunters. Several deaths occurred at the castle throughout the years, but it is believed to be haunted by Anna Corbin, a housekeeper who was found beaten to death in 1950.

    We will meet in the Sacramento area and caravan through the beautiful foothills and wine country.

    Check out the creepy photos here: https://prestoncastle.org/photos/

    We are arranging a private tour, so space is limited.  Final details, including date and time, will be announced. (The date listed here, 10/17/2020, is a placeholder, as no date is set yet). RSVP to David Michael at [email protected]

    Section:
    Sacramento
    Event Type:
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  • Join us for a long-overdue live event that permits us to socialize but remain safe. We’ll each enjoy our beloved marque on a drive from our respective homes to Andrew Jackson State Park (196 Andrew Jackson Park Rd, Lancaster, SC 29720).

    Arriving there between 12:30 and 1:00 p.m., we’ll convene as a responsibly distanced group at our reserved picnic shelter, complete with tables. If the weather permits, and you’d rather bring along your favorite picnic blanket – go for it! Members are asked to provide their own picnic lunches and beverages. Please note that smoking and alcoholic beverages are not permitted in SC State Parks. Registration is not required for this event.

     

    SC State Parks are open, and they do require appropriate COVID precautions – you can find their guidelines HERE. They also recommend that admission be purchased online to limit contact with park staff. THIS is the link to purchase admission. We suggest that you purchase admission the same day as our picnic, then present your receipt at the park gate for entry. Admission to the park is $3 for adults; $1.50 for SC seniors; $1 children age 6-15; age 5 & younger free. Friends and family are welcome to attend. Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet.

     

    Admission to the park includes visiting the museum which contains Revolutionary War artifacts and artifacts related to President Jackson. There are exhibits that reveal the lifeways of South Carolina’s backcountry during the late 18th century. Discover the impact of the Revolutionary War on the local community. Gain an understanding of how being reared in this setting prepared Andrew Jackson to become our Seventh President. Museum Hours are 1 p.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday.

     

    Once you enter the park, proceed along the park’s main road – Andrew Jackson Park Road past Museum Ln. to your right, then past Campsite Ln. on your left. You will arrive at the parking lot. Please back into your spot so we can easily admire your engine bay after our picnic.  Our reserved picnic shelter (Shelter 1) is at the end of the parking lot – you will have passed it on your left as you drove in. Look for our Section’s banner on display.

     

    Should you become lost or get delayed, contact organizer David Thorne at 704.293.6411. We hope to see you for a casual, safely distant but social event that will still allow us to admire our Section’s wonderful vehicles!

     

     

     

    Section:
    Carolinas
    Event Type:
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  • Once again, we are going to take our fall drive to Winnsboro, TX and it will be for the 56th Annual Autumn Trails Event which is an annual month-long event for the town of Winnsboro.   Saturday the 24nd is for Antique Cars and car clubs that features a parade into downtown.  It will be a fun day with our club participating in the parade and for those who have attended in the past, seeing the kids and throwing candy is worth the trip.  The events began 56 years ago with the Model A Club of Dallas, seeing the cars is also amazing with some great restorations of these historic cars.  With the coronavirus guidelines regarding groups and social distancing this year we will not be scheduling a lunch afterward.  There are several fast food restaurants at the highway 30 and highway 11 exit and into Sulphur Springs there are also restaurants. 

    We will be forming up for the parade on Highway 11 in the same place as last year.   Just remember to bring candy, lots of candy to throw out to the kids on the parade route.  This has been a lot of fun for our club in the past; you won’t believe all of the cars and the kids on the parade route are the most fun of all.

    Ron and Carolee Seifert will be hosting the event and the schedule follows.

    Meet for check-in at 8:00 AM at the QuickTrip gas station at 1400 E. Joe Ramsey Blvd, Greenville, TX. (It is at the southeast corner of HYW 69 and I-30 East in Greenville).  If anyone is lost call Ron’s cell phone at 972-824-0464.

    We will leave at 8:15 AM for Winnsboro. It is a 55-mile drive from Greenville and we form up for the parade in Winnsboro at 10 AM. It is important if we want to stay together to be there on time.  We must leave at 8:15 AM!

    The cost for the event/drive will be $10 per car, payable at check-in or PayPal..

    Don’t worry about not having an antique or classic car or convertibles just come; they welcome the MB Club participation.  For those with convertibles or antique restorations it will be a fun place to show your car and you can practice your special hand wave for the crowd.  Put your section magnetic sign on your cars for the event if you have them.  I will have them for sale at check-in if you would like to purchase a set. The cost for the set is $14.00.

    Call Ron Seifert at 972-824-0464 or email at [email protected] by October 20th if you are attending or sign up on PayPal.  We are looking for a great turnout and this time of year should give us great driving weather and a nice day for a fall drive.

    Section:
    North Texas
    Event Type:
    Driving
    Event Designation:

  •  

    On Saturday, October 24, we will meet at a designated parking lot in Orange Park, FL. From there, we’ll depart and drive down US 17 to US 19, then onto US 48 to our German restaurant destination.

    You will be amazed at all the items they have to offer. We’ll be sitting outside in the beer garden with live music from Noon – 3:00pm every weekend. The drive is about two and one-half hours from our meet-up location.

    Let’s enjoy some Wienerschnitzel, Bauernwurst with homemade Sauerkraut, or an old-fashioned German Bologna or Liverwurst sandwich while toasting a Schofferhofer Bier or Dinkel Acker Dinkel Acker CD-Pil!

    We have vetted this restaurant, and received their approval to host this event. We will be socially-distanced, with outdoor dining facilities. You are encouraged to bring an outdoor folding chair to facilitate sitting in small groups if you wish.

    We look forward to seeing you at our Drive & Dine event. Be on the lookout for an “EVITE” from MBCA Southern Stars Section in your email, containing additional details and to also RSVP.

    For additional information, please contact Jackie Keener at (904) 349-4621 or via email at: [email protected]

    Please ensure your contact info (and that of your associate member if applicable!) is up to date with the national Mercedes Benz Club, so we have the best email address for you before we send out the EVITE email invitations.

     

    Section:
    Southern Stars
    Event Type:
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  • Join us for the fun and adventure of a Pearson rallye!  This is a GIMMICK RALLYE. Drivers will be required to track their distance and answer questions for scoring purposes. There is a $12/car entry fee. MBCA Wisconsin Section members with one driver and one navigator will be eligible for the traveling trophy.  The Rallye will be followeded by dinner at 5:30 PM at Water Street Brewery, 3191 Golf Road, Delafield. Refreshments will be available upon arrival!

    Deadline to register is Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Make checks for entry fee payable to MBCA Wisconsin Section and mail to: Dean & Nancy Pearson, 870 Golden Meadow Ct., Brookfield, WI 53045.  Email [email protected] or call 262-782-7960 to RSVP in advance. All participants will be required to sign a waiver before participating in the rallye. More information will be available in the next newsletter.

    Starting Point: Nixon Park (175 E. Park Ave.) in Hartland, Wis. Meet in the parking lot. Check In begins at 12:01 PM.  Driver’s Meeting at 12:28 PM. First car out at 1:00 PM.

    Section:
    Wisconsin
    Event Type:
    Rallye
    Event Designation:

  • AMG Driving Academy - Performance Session - $1,995 per person. 

    Prepare to be thrilled! 

    More information to  In order for the group to be together, you must indicate youre with MBCA when booking with AMG Driving Academy Concierge. 

    We are working with a nearby hotel to get a group rate. Hotel and AMG Driving Academy costs are the responsibility of each member. 

    Final date will be posted in advance once AMG Driving Academy has confirmed the schedule for November, 2020. Please dress comfortably and appropriately. 

    Please note, there are no passengers allowed to ride in the vehicle at the Academy. If you plan on bringing a guest, there is a $600 fee and they WILL NOT drive vehicles and MAY NOT ride with you or in the back. They may meet up with you at lunch and during breaks.

    This fee includes: Breakfast, Lunch, Helmet, Snacks, Beverages, Instructors and use of AMG vehicles on site 

    Section:
    Orange County
    Event Type:
    Driving
    Event Designation:

  • Dear M-B Friends, What a better way to start your Saturday morning than with your fellow M-B friends.  Join us for chats, coffee, etc. No reservations required, just come. Erik 

    Section:
    Memphis
    Event Type:
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  •  

                           Los Padres National Forest Loop

    Date:                             Saturday  November 7, 2020

    Organizer:                     Brigitte Trapp     818-808-3956       [email protected]

    Meeting Location:        McDonald’s   2137 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001

    Meeting Time:              9:30 AM      Departure Time: 10:00 AM

    Bring snacks and a picnic lunch, yes we will keep social distancing.

    Event information / Description

    Start in Ventura take a leisurely scenic drive true Los Padres National Forest on Highway 33 - 166 to Santa Maria and continue back to Ventura on highway 101 - 154.

    Length:  226 miles.     4:25 Hr.

    Section:
    Los Angeles
    Event Type:
    Driving
    Event Designation:

  • The LA Section is headed for the Los Padres National Forest Loop. All OC Section Members who are interested in joining the  drive, we will set up a caravan point to drive as a group to the designated departure location in Ventura. 

    Date: Saturday November 7, 2020 Meeting Location: McDonald’s 2137 E Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001Meeting Time: 9:30 AM Departure Time: 10:00 AM. Bring snacks and a picnic lunch, yes we will keep social distancing. Departing in Ventura we'll take a leisurely scenic drive true Los Padres National Forest on Highway 33 - 166 toSanta Maria and continue back to Ventura on highway 101 - 154.Length: 226 miles. 4:25 Hr.

    Section:
    Orange County
    Event Type:
    Driving
    Event Designation:

  •  

    We will take approximately an hour’s leisurely scenic drive to Sonoita and lunch at the Copper Brothel Brewery in their Brewhouse Room

     

    The Copper Brothel is a brewpub opened in 2018  which is a family owned and woman operated brewery that combines craft beer and made from scratch pub fare in the heart of Southern Arizona's wine country.The name pays homage to the Copper State while showcasing the impact brothels had on mining communities around the Wild West. (Copper Brothel Brewery will not take lunch bookings until they know the state mandates in October - we may need to locate another venue if they cannot accommodate us)

     

    There will be ample time for you to visit some of the many local wineries at your leisure on your way back to Tucson.

     

    Please RSVP to Dick/Judy Buckingham at [email protected] or 520-648-4371 if you plan to participate.

    Section:
    Chaparral
    Event Type:
    Driving
    Event Designation:

  •  

         On Saturday November 7, at 11:00 AM, Mercedes Benz Club of America, Southern Stars Section, will be hosting a member meeting via Zoom, a free smartphone application or computer software download. Go here to learn more about Zoom if you are not familiar with it: https://zoom.us We are looking forward to chatting with everyone!

         Log-in details will follow via email.

         Please ensure your contact info (and that of your associate member if applicable!) is up to date with the national Mercedes Benz Club of America, so we have the best email address for you before we send out the email with all of the details a week or two before the event.

         Please log-in to your Mercedes Benz Club of America account, and verify your email address to ensure it is the correct, newest & best one. https://www.mbca.org/

     

    Section:
    Southern Stars
    Event Type:
    Event Designation:

  • Details to come!

    Section:
    North Texas
    Event Type:
    Concours
    Event Designation:

  •  

    Orange Park Mercedes has graciously offered their dealer location to host a Cars & Coffee event on the second Saturday of the month in November with our Mercedes vehicles!

    This partnership allows the use of indoor restroom facilities, and a chance to browse some of the new models that will be on display!

    A small amount of guests will be allowed into the dealership as requested.

    This will be an outdoor event.

    Section:
    Southern Stars
    Event Type:
    Event Designation:

  • November to Remember

    Car Auction, Black Tie Dinner and Car Show

    November 20-22, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

    Hyatt Regency - Greenwich, CT

    More details and time TBA

     

    Section:
    Connecticut/Westchester
    Event Type:
    Event Designation:
    National Event

  • We are bringing back the popular Day at the Range! We will again visit Armarillo Guns in Nevada TX. They have a great outdoor shooting range that includes a 25 yard Handgun range, a 50, 100 & 150 yard Rifle range and a new tactical range. We will start with a safety briefing then go out for about 90 minutes of shooting and finish with a short competition. After a relaxing morning at the range we will go over to Soulman’s for awesome BBQ! If you are a fan of shooting and BBQ, you do not want to miss this event!

    Details to come!

    Section:
    North Texas
    Event Type:
    Other
    Event Designation:

  • The Kansas City Automotive Museum has invited us (okay, our cars) back for a month-long exhibition in December 2020. We were there last in October 2015, so it will be fun to go back. If you have a vehicle you'd like to put on display in their "drive-in" hall we'd like to work you in as part of an exhibit. We're looking for about 10 somewhat historic or unique cars. In 2015 we were impressed with the care they gave our display cars and I doubt much has changed. The staff is full of car people who totally understand exhibit security and flexible move-ins and move-outs based on fair weather. They'd like your car to be there for the full month-long exhibit but exceptions may be possible.

    Section:
    Kansas City
    Event Type:
    Other
    Event Designation:

  • Come and join us to end the year with a weekend in magical Aiken at the Willcox Inn. Rugby and his committee are looking at possible event(s) on Friday and/or Saturday in conjunction with the annual Holiday dinner at the Willcox Inn on Saturday night. It should be a wonderful event to end our extremely challenging year. More details will follow! 

    Section:
    Carolinas
    Event Type:
    Event Designation:

  • Dear M-B Friends, What a better way to start your Saturday morning than with your fellow M-B friends.  Join us for chats, coffee, etc. No reservations required, just come. Erik 

    Section:
    Memphis
    Event Type:
    Event Designation:

  • Annual Meeting and Holiday Party will be held at the same venue as last year, Desert Diamond Casino Event Center in Sahuarita, Arizona.  More details will be added as they become available.  Save the date!  

    Section:
    Chaparral
    Event Type:
    Event Designation:

  • Details to come!

    Section:
    North Texas
    Event Type:
    Dining
    Event Designation:
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