Mid February 2026
Greetings and salutations, As winter begins to loosen its grip, our calendar is filled with opportunities to reconnect, give back, and look ahead to another exciting driving season. On February 24th, the Porsche Touring Crew gathers for lunch at Hartwood Restaurant and Whispers Pub. This social event welcomes both members and guests for good food and great conversation. A voluntary donation will support the Always Smiling charity, which spreads joy to individuals with disabilities. The following evening, ARPCA Women will host a bocce night at The Bocce House, offering friendly competition, refreshments, and plenty of camaraderie. On February 28th, we invite you to the 2026 Mid Winter Party at Rosedale Technical College. Guests will enjoy guided tours, automotive exhibits, and an evening of food, drinks, and lively car conversation. The ARPCA Women’s Group will also present donations supporting the Female Automotive Technician Scholarship. March brings our Monthly Meeting at Deutsche Rennsport on March 12th and the ARPCA Women 5th Annual Meet and Greet at Porsche Sewickley on March 18th, hosted by Mark Villella and the team. The month concludes with the Porsche Touring Crew luncheon at Atria’s Restaurant on March 24th. April promises even more ways to connect as we continue celebrating the friendships and cars that bring us together. Shawn Cressler – Web Support. Sharon Lunney – Newsletter Editor. |
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High Performance Drivers Education 2026 Schedule Announced
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Porsche Touring Crew – Hartwood Restaurant – February 24th Luncheon attendees will gather at the Hartwood Restaurant and Whisper’s Bar at 11:30 am on Tuesday, February 24th. The Porsche Touring Crew is an ARPCA social group and is open to both ARPCA members and guests. The meal is not prepaid; attendees pay for their own lunch the day of the event. There will be a voluntary charity donation collection for the “Always Smiling” charity. They spread joy to those with disabilities. |
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Join us at The Bocce House of Pittsburgh for a night of Bocce playing. Whether you are a competitive player or just want to enjoy a fun game with friends. We will be providing light refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages. |
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2026 ARPCA Mid-Winter Party – February 28th
Shake off winter blues at the ARPCA Mid-Winter Party, hosted at Rosedale Technical College’s state-of-the-art facility. Attendees can enjoy guided tours led by college representatives and explore a variety of automotive exhibits that hint at the approaching driving season. The ARPCA Women’s Group will also present donations supporting the Female Automotive Technician Scholarship. The evening features plenty of food and drinks, including hors d’oeuvres, pizza, salads, wine, beer, and soft drinks, along with lively car conversations. |
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ARPCA Monthly Meeting – Deutsche Rennsport – March 12th Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Deutsche Rennsport The monthly meeting is open to all ARPCA Members. Contact: president@arpca.com
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ARPCA Women – Porsche Sewickley – Meet & Greet – March 18th The 5th Annual Meet & Greet is a free, ladies-only evening for women who love Porsches—or love someone who does. Hosted by Mark Villella and the Sewickley Porsche team, the event offers a chance to socialize, enjoy refreshments, and learn about the Ken Ganley Automotive Group and Porsche Sewickley’s growth plans. Registration is requested for a headcount by Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 11:59 PM. |
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Porsche Touring Crew – Atria’s – March 24th In March, the Porsche Touring Crew will gather at Atria’s Restaurant in Peters Township, known for its popular crab cake sandwiches and filet mignon. The group will enjoy a private room, an open menu with a wide variety of options, individual checks, and ample parking. Lunch is scheduled for March 24th, with arrival at 11:30 a.m. for a noon meal. Attendees are asked to register on MSR in advance so organizers can plan accordingly. |
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Upcoming Events for April 2026 |
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 Rundschau Cover Photo Contest
The Rundschau Cover Photo Contest is back! Submissions must be at least 1 megapixel, well exposed, in focus, and have subject matter related to Porsche, ARPCA or ARPCA Members. Selected photo will appear on cover of Rundschau. If a child appears in a photograph, permission from the child’s parent to use image must accompany photo.
Send images to editor@arpca.com
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 Looking to Buy, Sell, or Trade? Check out The Mart
Rundschau’s member-only classified ad section, The Mart, is now available under its own tab on ARPCA.com. To place a listing, send the information, including a 1 megapixel or higher photo of the item to be listed to editor@arpca.com. The ad will appear in the next issue of Rundschau, but should appear on the website within a week. There will be some lag between notification and de-listing so please notify the editor as soon as an item is no longer for sale. You should also email the editor each month if you wish to have your listing continue. Currently Available on the Mart: Two 356 Porsche Seats |
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ARPCA Member Submissions – P. Lecker  2015 Turbo Click Here or use the “Member Submissions” link in the menu at the top of the ARPCA homepage. Submissions from members and their pets are gratefully accepted and happily displayed. Images currently subject to copyright or of an inappropriate nature will not be accepted or displayed by the ARPCA. |
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How to Submit Events:
Our members love fun and new events! Please ensure all club activities are submitted to editor@arpca.com and events
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ARPCA Women – The Bocce House – February 25th
