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January 5, 2020 Edition
Las Vegas Region PCA Newsletter
Las Vegas Region Charity for 2020
We are looking for looking for members who would like to be involved in selecting and supporting a charity for 2020. We would like to select a charity that we can make a substantial contribution through the Club's fund-raising event(s) and possibly hands-on contributions. 

If you have a suggestion about which charity to select and would like to work on planning activities, please contact Reid Smith at [email protected] or attend our next Board meeting on Wednesday, January 8th at 6:00 p.m. at Gaudin Porsche. The Board will vote on the charity at the February 5, 2020 Board meeting.
911 Carrera 4S Belgian Legend Edition
Porsche has release their latest special edition vehicle. They are calling it the Belgian Legend Edition.

This special edition vehicle is meant to commemorate racing legend, Jacky Ickx's, 75th birthday.

During his racing carrier Ickx won the 24 Hours of Le Mans an amazing 6 times. He has also won multiple Formula 1 races for Ferrari and Lotus. On top of that he has won the Can-Am Championship and Dakar Rally. Over the last few decades, Ickx has worked closely with Porsche as a test driver.

The car is finished in "X Blue" that is an exact color match to Jacky's famous midnight blue race helmet. As far as the interior goes, the seats are finished in black leather with pebble grey stitching and Jacky Ickx's signature on the center armrest. Porsche will only be producing 75 of these limited edition vehicles.
HPDE Shirts Now on Sale!
HPDE Las Vegas shirts are now available! These long-sleeved, cotton shirts are perfect for the track or everyday wear. Order yours today for $20.00, plus shipping and handling. 
Third Thursday Social -
January 16, 2020
Please join us for the Las Vegas Region's Third Thursday Social at Pizzeria Monzu' on January 16th at 6:00 p.m. The restaurant is located at 6020 W. Flamingo Road. 20 00 p
Morning Drive To Sugars - Friday, January 10, 2020
Join us for the first drive of 2020 on Friday, January 10th. We will meet at the Fiesta Hotel and Casino in Henderson at 8:30 a.m. Following a drivers' meeting, we will pull out at 9:00 a.m. We will conclude the drive at Sugars in Overton, Nevada for a late breakfast or early lunch.


After Holiday Party - Sunday, January 19, 2020
Please join us for the Las Vegas Region of the Porsche Club of America's After Holiday Party on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at Lawry's The Prime Rib.

Lawry's The Prime Rib restaurant is located at 4043 Howard Hughes Parkway, Las Vegas, Nevada.

Cocktails will begin at 5:00 p.m. with dinner to follow.
Treffen @ Broadmoor
The next Treffen will be at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado starting April 29, 2020.  Registration opens on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Noon (PST ).

Mark your calendars to register, as past Treffens have sold out within hours of registration opening.
Wickenburg Weekend Drive - March 13 - 15, 2020
Join us for the Las Vegas Region's return to Wickenburg for a fun-filled Weekend Drive and Activities! Start the tour Friday March 13th at 8:00 a.m. at Fiesta Hotel in Henderson. We will drive our Porsches over interesting roads with scenic landscapes and a picturesque stop for lunch in Lake Havasu. We will arrive at the Rancho de los Caballeros Hotel by mid-afternoon. After checking into the hotel, we will enjoy no-host cocktails at 6:00 p.m. with appetizers provided by the Club. A three-course dinner will follow at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, the breakfast buffet is included. On Saturday evening, we will enjoy a tractor-pulled wagon for a hayride adventure to the South Yucca Flats, We will enjoy a memorable campfire cookout under the stars complete with a cowboy balladeer strumming western tunes by the crackling fire. We will enjoy another breakfast buffet on Sunday morning before our return drive back to Las Vegas.

The price for two nights double occupancy with dinner on Friday, breakfast brunch on Saturday and Sunday and the hayride cookout on Saturday is $830.00 per couple. The price for a single room with dinner on Friday, breakfast brunch on Saturday and Sunday and the hayride cookout on Saturday is $710.00. These prices include state sales tax and a 15% gratuity charge, in lieu of tipping. Sodas and alcohol will be an additional individual charge.

Ranch activities available are horseback riding, golf, trap/skeet shooting, spa services and Jeep Tours. These activities are not included in the price. If you are interested in playing golf, please make sure you register for it. Green Fees are $100.00 per person and golf club rental fees are $50.00 per person. You will need to specify right or left-handed clubs. We are reserving 8 tee-times for two groups of four.
Membership Drive
We are having a membership drive. If you have any friends, family, co-workers or neighbors that have a Porsche, encourage them to join PCA.

Remember, if you sign up a new member you get your Brunch free at the next monthly Brunch. If you have any questions, contact our Membership Chair, Steve Budar.
Newsletter Co-Editor, Brandon Moss, signing up new member, Steve Artz
Albert and Teresa Chapman
2000 911 Carrera Cab - Maroon

Ray Beckman
2001 911 Turbo

Stephanie and Ian Coffee
2017 911 Carrera

Clay Kennedy
2015 Cayman S

We look forward to seeing you at an event soon.

Welcome to the Region!

Milestone Members
Member Anniversaries:
 
 
30 Years
 
Chuck and Linda Swieterman
 
25 Years
 
Mark and Tina Trewartha
 
20 Years
 
Timothy and Terry Meyer


Thank you for being part of our Las Vegas Region!
PCA TEST DRIVE
Do you know someone who plans on owning a Porsche? You should tell them about PCA Test Drive. For a nominal fee, they will get 6 months of PANORAMA and other great benefits. They can also join us in all our wonderful activities and drives!
Have them contact our LVR Membership Chair Steve Budar at [email protected] or stop in and visit with our local Gaudin Porsche dealer. They will tell you all about it!
(Don’t forget if you bring in a new member, your next monthly Brunch is on us.)

To all Las Vegas Region Members
The Newsletter mailing list has been updated.
There were numerous member and co-member names missing from the mail list. These have been added using the PCA National membership list as the guideline.
If you receive the current Newsletter and do NOT want further issues, please e-mail me.
If you want to change your email address, please send me an email with both the current and the preferred address
My mail address is [email protected] . I will make the changes to the Newsletter mail list upon receipt.
Thank you for your help with this.
Tamela Khale
Note from the Editor
I want to hear from the members on how we can improve the Las Vegas Region PCA's Newsletter.

Want me to add in a new section to the newsletter, I am all ears.
Would you be interested in leading a tour? Doing so is a great way to explore the by-ways around Las Vegas. A newbie? Not to worry, we have several veterans who would be happy to offer tips, advise or assistance. If interested contact our Tour and Drives Chair, Scott Hatcher, at  [email protected]
RECURRING EVENTS OF INTEREST
Saturday Mornings: 7:00am - 10:00am: Cars and Coffee at Shelby American
Saturday Mornings: 7:00am - 10:00am: The Car Show at 9500 S Eastern Ave
LAS VEGAS REGION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Executive Board
President . . . . .Tamela Kahle 
Vice President . . . . . Reid Smith
Treasurer . . . . . Michael Dugan
Secretary . . . . . Gwen Pearce
Director - 1 year . . . . . Scott Mann
Director - 2 years . . . . . Todd Trimble 
Director - 3 years . . . . . Scott Hatcher
Past President . . . . . Scott Hatcher

Board of Directors
Membership Chairperson . . . . Steve Budar
Newsletter Editor . . . . Brandon Moss
Social Media. . . . Robert Scholes
Track Events Chairperson . . . . Todd Trimble
Chief Driving Instructor . . . . Scott Mann
Rally Master and Drive Events Chairperson . . . . Scott Hatcher
    Social Director . . . . Todd Trimble
Tech Chair . . . . Douglas Pierce
Concours Chair . . . . Scott Hatcher
Member at Large . . . . Michael Myers
Member at Large . . . . Gwen Pearce
Member at Large . . . . Bob Schultz

As always we are looking for volunteers to assist with our
events as well as to suggest, plan, and carry out an event.  

Future Monthly Brunches Schedule
 
Sunday, January 5 th
Sunday, February 2 nd
 
Name Tags are Available
 
To order your Las Vegas Region, Porsche Club name tag, please print clearly the name you want on each tag. Enclose a check or money order for $10.00 made out to Abbott Trophy with your return address printed clearly. Mail to:
Abbott Trophy
953 Sahara A32
Las Vegas 89104
702-735-4995
Att: Mike Mayer
Mike will send your name tag back to you within 10 days to the address you indicate.

As an alternate, Trophies of Las Vegas has a metallic-material badge available, featuring an attractive brushed metal surface, with your choice of lettering.These cost $10.00 as well. The Club Emblem in cloisonne may be affixed, forming a very attractive name badge. The cloisonne emblems are generally available at each Members' Breakfast or at a Board meeting for $5.00. Contact: 
Trophies of Las Vegas
4295 S. Arville St.
Las Vegas
702-362-2233

Porsche-related Embroidery available
 
Creative Embroidery: Will Embroider the Las Vegas Region logo on shirts, jackets, tees, or other fabrics.
Creative Embroidery
7225 Bermuda Rd. Suite G
Las Vegas, NV 89119
702-454-6852
(in the northwest quadrant of the intersection of Bermuda Rd. and Warm Springs.)

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