Triangle Area October Recap

A big round of applause to our 2026 corporate sponsors!

Porsche Southpoint, Durham, Sales and service

Leland Little Auctions, Hillsborough, auctions

Herring&Bickers Insurance Agency, Durham

Carolina Ale House, Durham, restaurant

Torque European Car Care, Raleigh, service

Elfer, Morrisville, restoration and service

 

Corporate sponsorships help cover the costs of club activities, support local business and help our fundraising project for the Masonic Home for Children, Oxford, NC. Thank you all.

 

Fundraiser

As Porsche Club members we strive to be responsible drivers and responsible citizens. Every year we identify a North Carolina non-profit as the beneficiary of our fundraiser. This year the Triangle Area is raising funds for the Masonic Home for Children in Oxford, NC. Their website is: https://mhc-oxford.org/. 

 

Donate: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/16663

 

Name Badges

Name badges in two different styles can be ordered from the Goodie Store. Click on https://www.carolinas-pca.com/Store, then click on the Goodie Store tab. There you will find ordering instructions. You can also email Marge Gottwalt directly at mhgottwalt@aol.com

Drive the Devil's Tromping Ground

26 intrepid drivers joined us on a rainy day for our yearly drive to the Devil's Tromping Ground and to the Southern Fruitcake and More. The group was treated to delicious samples and then wondered around the facility looking for treasures to take home. Lunch at the Carolina Brewery followed.

Parked at Southern Fruitcake and More

Exploring the wares

Lunch at Carolina Brewery

We had a full house for our last dinner meeting of the year at the Carolina Ale House. We took this opportunity to honor Allie Shealy, our server. She came in on Thursday evenings just for us. To reward her service we circulated a goodie envelope for her and awarded her a PCA nametag, engraved pen and flashlight set, and Jim Proper rewarded her with a Porsche hat. 

Last Dinner Meeting of the year 

Vic awarding server Allie Shealy a PCA nametag and gift

Jim Proper awarding Allie Shealy a Porsche hat

Vic and TJ savoring the farewell wishes from Triangle members

The last dinner meeting was also an emotional event for Vic and TJ as members circulated a thank you card for their service to the Club. Brett Emes will take over as Area Director in January 2027. Vic will stay on as Area Co-director.

Recurring Events-Cars and Coffee

 

First Saturdays, Porsche Southpoint, 122 Kentington Dr., Durham. Complimentary breakfast 9-12 noon.

 

Third Saturday, 8-10 AM, Panera Bread, 3603

Witherspoon Blvd. Suite 101, Durham.

 

Fourth Saturday, 8-10 AM, Breakaway Café, 58 Chapelton Ct Ste 100
Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Fourth Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Triangle Area dinner meeting. Carolina Ale House, 3911 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham. 

Victor Friedmann

Triangle Area Director

Triangle Area September Recap

 A big round of applause to our 2026 corporate sponsors!

Porsche Southpoint, Durham, Sales and service

Leland Little Auctions, Hillsborough, auctions

Herring&Bickers Insurance Agency, Durham

Carolina Ale House, Durham, restaurant

Torque European Car Care, Raleigh, service

Elfer, Morrisville, restoration and service

 

Corporate sponsorships help cover the costs of club activities, support local business and help our fundraising project for the Masonic Home for Children, Oxford, NC. Thank you all.

 

Fundraiser

As Porsche Club members we strive to be responsible drivers and responsible citizens. Every year we identify a North Carolina non-profit as the beneficiary of our fundraiser. This year the Triangle Area is raising funds for the Masonic Home for Children in Oxford, NC. Their website is: https://mhc-oxford.org/. 

 

Donate: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/16663

 

Name Badges

Name badges in two different styles can be ordered from the Goodie Store. Click on https://www.carolinas-pca.com/Store, then click on the Goodie Store tab. There you will find ordering instructions. You can also email Marge Gottwalt directly at mhgottwalt@aol.com

Bryan Tucker's Legendary Wine Tasting.

A sold out event with nearly 100 willing tasters. Bryan and Sherri did a fantastic job with the organization, the food, and, of course, the wines. The raffle raised over $1,700 for the food bank. Thank you all for your generosity.

Fall Tour

The Carolinas Region Fall Tour this year took place in Staunton, VA. Hotel 24 South in Staunton hosted the group. Members appreciated the downtown location of the hotel that enabled walking to restaurants and shops. Bryson Kiser, Bob Futrell and Victor Friedmann led the two drives.

Monthly Dinner Meeting at the Carolina Ale House

Another full house at our monthly dinner meeting. There was no speaker but we had the company Eric Watson, Elfer.US, one of our sponsors. Brett Emes present a questionnaire on the interests for future tours and drives.

Brett making his presentation

Triangle Area Family Picnic

A sold out event at the Historic Old Mill Farm in Durham. Members, family and children enjoyed a beautiful fall day at the farm with plenty of activities for the kids. Food from City BBQ and a cash bar had something for everyone. The farm general manager picked the one Porsche she would like to drive home--Larry Van Buhler's red boxster S was her pick. Larry walked away with a T-shirt. Congratulations, Larry.

Recurring Events-Cars and Coffee

 

First Saturdays, Porsche Southpoint, 122 Kentington Dr., Durham. Complimentary breakfast 9-12 noon.

 

Third Saturday, 8-10 AM, Panera Bread, 3603

Witherspoon Blvd. Suite 101, Durham.

 

Fourth Saturday, 8-10 AM, Breakaway Café, 58 Chapelton Ct Ste 100
Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Fourth Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Triangle Area dinner meeting. Carolina Ale House, 3911 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham. 

Victor Friedmann

Triangle Area Director

 

 

Join us Sept. 26. Triangle Area Family Picnic at Old Mill Farm. Bring your children and your grandchildren. Free for children under 12 years of age. Information/registration : https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/17403

Sept. 12. Bryan Tucker’s Legendary Wine Tasting and charity event. Information/Registration: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/17240. Registration closes August 31.

Corporate Sponsorships

A big round of applause to our 2026 corporate sponsors!

As a courtesy to our corporate sponsors we invite them to submit a paragraph about their services. This month we feature Carolina Ale House in Durham.

Carolina Ale House, Durham, restaurant

Our commitment to freshness means you'll never find artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives in our kitchen. From our cage-free, hormone-free chicken to our homemade sauces, we use only real, high-quality ingredients. 

The Triangle Area has been meeting monthly at the Carolina Ale House for years. Their staff has always provided us with excellent service.

Porsche Southpoint, Durham, Sales and service

Leland Little Auctions, Hillsborough, auctions

Herring&Bickers Insurance Agency, Durham. Voted Best of Durham 2026.

Torque European Car Care, Raleigh, service

Elfer, Morrisville, restoration and service

 

Corporate sponsorships help cover the costs of club activities, support local business and help our fundraising project for the Masonic Home for Children, Oxford, NC. Thank you all.

Fundraiser

As Porsche Club members we strive to be responsible drivers and responsible citizens. Every year we identify a North Carolina non-profit as the beneficiary of our fundraiser. In 2025 we raised $1,700 for the MANNA Food Bank, located in Asheville. This year the Triangle Area is raising funds for the Masonic Home for Children in Oxford, NC. Their website is: https://mhc-oxford.org/. To donate, click below and choose the number of $10 "tickets" that equals your donation

Please Donate: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/16591

Name Badges

Name badges in two different styles can be ordered from the Goodie Store. Click on https://www.carolinas-pca.com/Store, then click on the Goodie Store tab. There you will find ordering instructions.

 

Upcoming Events

Sept. 26. Triangle Area Family Picnic: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/17403

Oct. 17. Drive the Devil's Stomping Ground. Registration: https://forms.gle/x2pTSpGLxd5uNozA9

Nov. 14. Carbs and Carburetors. Shine and show at Leland Little Auctions. Director's award: https://forms.gle/36KNxuoz7KNwENdEA

Membership Appreciation Day

90 members, families and prospective members attended what has become our annual Membership Appreciation Day with free ice cream at Maple View Farm Ice Cream. Maple View Farm has graciously hosted this event, opening an hour early just for us.

  

Recurring Events-Cars and Coffee

First Saturdays, Cars and Coffee, 9 AM, at Porsche Southpoint, 122 Kentington Dr., Durham.

 

Second Saturdays, Carbs and Carburetors, 9-11 AM, Leland Little, 502 Cornerstone Ct., Hillsborough. Free coffee and donuts; car show.

 

Third Saturday, 8-10 AM, Cars and Coffee at Panera Bread, 3301 Watkins Rd. , Durham.

Fourth Saturday, 8-10 AM, Cars and Coffee at Breakaway Café, 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste 100 Chapel Hill, NC 27516

 

Fourth Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Triangle Area dinner meeting. Carolina Ale House, 3911 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham. 

Victor Friedmann

Area Director

Beer and Brats!

 

June Monthly Dinner Meeting

A full house once again at the Carolina Ale House in Durham. Nic from Elfer Automotive gave an informative presentation on Elfer services to the Porsche community.

Beer and Brats Drive to Red Oak Brewery

The Triangle Area, Triad Area and Hurricane Region convened at Red Oak Brewery for camaraderie and refreshments. The Hurricane Region combined their visit to Red Oak with their drive to Black Powder Smokehouse in Asheboro. Over 30 cars filled the side parking lot. The Triangle Area drive started on Jones Ferry Road near Carrboro and stopped for the traditional stopover at J&J Country Store in Eli Whitney before proceeding to Red Oak Brewery.

A big round of applause to our 2026 corporate sponsors!

• Porsche Southpoint, Durham, Sales and service

• Leland Little Auctions, Hillsborough, auctions

• Herring&Bickers Insurance Agency, Durham

• Carolina Ale House, Durham, restaurant

• Torque European Car Care, Raleigh, service

• Elfer, Morrisville, restoration and service

Corporate sponsorships help cover the costs of club activities, support local business and help our fundraising project for the Masonic Home for Children, Oxford, NC. Thank you all.

Fundraiser

As Porsche Club members we strive to be responsible drivers and responsible citizens. Every year we identify a North Carolina non-profit as the beneficiary of our fundraiser. This year the Triangle Area is raising funds for the Masonic Home for Children in Oxford, NC. Their website is: https:// mhc-oxford.org/.

Donate: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/16663

Recurring Events

First Saturdays, Porsche Southpoint, 122 Kentington Dr., Durham.

Second Saturdays, Carbs and Carburetors, 9-11 AM, Leland Little, 502 Cornerstone Ct., Hillsborough.

Third Saturday, 8-10 AM, Panera Bread, 3603 3301 Watkins Rd., Durham.

Fourth Saturday, 8-10 AM, Breakaway Café, 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste 100 Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Fourth Thursdays, Monthly Dinner Meeting, 6:30 PM, Carolina Ale House, 3911 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham.

Sincerely,

Vic Friedmann - Triangle Area Director

Sandhills Motoring Expo

Monthly Dinner Meeting

Mark Terry, Director of Collector Cars at Leland Auction House in Hillsboro was the featured speaker at a full house monthly dinner meeting at the Carolina Ale House. Mark discussed the pros and cons of car auctions.

Sandhills Motoring Expo

While open to all car makes, the Expo featured many Porsches both in the Village Green and at the Evening Soiree held in the Moore County Airport hangar.

Wild and Wonderful West Virginia with the Hickory Area

A fun joint adventure with Bryson Kiser of the Hickory area and the Triangle Area. Two days of driving beautiful West Virginia country roads to America’s newest national park, The New River Gorge and a visit to the Pocahontas Exhibition Coal Mine in Virginia. Driving, good food and camaraderie! Two groups drove the same roads on alternate days.

Recurring Events

First Saturdays, Porsche Southpoint, 122 Kentington Dr., Durham.

Second Saturdays, Carbs and Carburetors, 9-11 AM, Leland Little, 502 Cornerstone Ct., Hillsborough.

Third Saturday, 8-10 AM, Panera Bread, 3603 3301 Watkins Rd., Durham.

Fourth Saturday, 8-10 AM, Breakaway Café, 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste 100 Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Fourth Thursdays, Monthly Dinner Meeting, 6:30 PM, Carolina Ale House, 3911 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham.

Sincerely,

Vic Friedmann - Triangle Area Director