Conclave dates and location announced! (note changes)

The 59th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 9-11 in Cambria. Check the Calendar Page for details. Don’t miss this annual tradition!

New Regalia Items

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have recently added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on August 25 will feature TCMG members David Reid and Terry Schuller with a followup presentation to their previous program, discussing their career in underwater photography and the equipment required to do this kind of work. Learn about their cameras and techniques, plus enjoy samples of their work at this most interesting presentation.

Many thanks to Sandra Loe for her presentation at our July meeting on the art of making custom pottery!

Our September event is being finalized at the moment and will be announced as soon as the details are worked out.

August event recap: Five TCs and 18 members and guests took part in our tour of the Adolfo Camarillo House in August.  TCs were driven by Loe, Buckeridge, Simmons, Einhorn and Crandall.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The September Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• George Hope

• Michael Graziano

• Kevin Brinkerhoff

July 18: New page added for Michael Graziano.

July 1: New TC added for Hema & Janakie Ratnayake.

June 27: New content and info added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge.

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Conclave dates and location announced! (note changes)

The 59th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 9-11 in Cambria. Check the Calendar Page for details. Don’t miss this annual tradition!

New Regalia Items

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have recently added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on August 25 will feature TCMG members David Reid and Terry Schuller with a followup presentation to their previous program, discussing their career in underwater photography and the equipment required to do this kind of work. Learn about their cameras and techniques, plus enjoy samples of their work at this most interesting presentation.

Many thanks to Sandra Loe for her presentation at our July meeting on the art of making custom pottery!

On August 22, take a drive to the city of Camarillo for a tour of the historic Adolfo Camarillo House, built in 1892. This two-story Queen Anne Victorian style home is maintained as it was when new, and still includes the barns and stables built to house the famous Camarillo White Horses. Beat the Summer heat by joining us along the coast for this cool and historic event! Stay tuned for further details.

July event recap: Two TCs graced the parking lot at the USS Iowa, driven by Richard and Sandra Loe and Larry and Tracy Pate.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The special Classic Chassis for August is online and ready for viewing. Click here to get it!

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Michael Graziano

• Kevin Brinkerhoff

July 18: New page added for Michael Graziano.

July 1: New TC added for Hema & Janakie Ratnayake.

June 27: New content and info added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge.

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Conclave dates and location announced! (note changes)

The 59th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 9-11 in Cambria. Check the Calendar Page for details. Don’t miss this annual tradition!

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

Congratulations to all the TC Motoring Guild award winners at GoF West 2015 in Rohnert Park last month! In all, 27 members with 11 TCs (plus one TD) were in attendance along with several registered as “in spirit”. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three places in the TC class of the car display. Full results are listed below.

Car Display
1st Place, TC class – Rick & Judy Storms
2nd Place, TC class – Bill & Suzanne Young
3rd Place, TC class – Steve & Linda Simmons
Honorable Mention, TC Class – Pete & Fran Thelander

Rallye
2nd Place (Driver) – Howard Shempp

Funkhana
1st Place (T-Series Class) – David & Joyce Edgar

Carless Funkhana
Best Man – Pete Thelander
Best Lady – Linda Simmons

Arts & Crafts
Best General Interest Photograph – Terry Schuller
Best MG Model Display – Bill Young
Best Crafts – Brian Sonnor

New Regalia Items

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on July 28 will feature a special presentation by TCMG member Sandra Loe on making custom pottery. Examples will be on hand to examine, and Sandra will describe the process, tools and materials used in her creations.

The Henkel’s Picnic meeting in June was enjoyed by 39 members and guests, with five TCs driven by Buckeridge, Loe, Ratnayake, Simmons and Spiegel. Also present in a classic was Dave Reid in his XK-150, and of course our hosts showing their all original XK-120 and 1928 Lincoln.

On August 22, take a drive to the city of Camarillo for a tour of the historic Adolfo Camarillo House, built in 1892.  This two-story Queen Anne Victorian style home is maintained as it was when new, and still includes the barns and stables built to house the famous Camarillo White Horses.  Beat the Summer heat by joining us along the coast for this cool and historic event!  Stay tuned for further details.

July event recap: Two TCs graced the parking lot at the USS Iowa, driven by Richard and Sandra Loe and Larry and Tracy Pate.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The special Classic Chassis for August is online and ready for viewing. Click here to get it!

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Michael Graziano

• Kevin Brinkerhoff

July 18: New page added for Michael Graziano.

July 1: New TC added for Hema & Janakie Ratnayake.

June 27: New content and info added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge.

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Conclave dates and location announced! (note changes)

The 59th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held October 9-11 in Cambria. Check the Calendar Page for details.  Don’t miss this annual tradition!

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

Congratulations to all the TC Motoring Guild award winners at GoF West 2015 in Rohnert Park this month!  In all, 27 members with 11 TCs (plus one TD) were in attendance along with several registered as “in spirit”. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three places in the TC class of the car display. Full results are listed below.

Car Display
1st Place, TC class – Rick & Judy Storms
2nd Place, TC class – Bill & Suzanne Young
3rd Place, TC class – Steve & Linda Simmons
Honorable Mention, TC Class – Pete & Fran Thelander

Rallye
2nd Place (Driver) – Howard Shempp

Funkhana
1st Place (T-Series Class) – David & Joyce Edgar

Carless Funkhana
Best Man – Pete Thelander
Best Lady – Linda Simmons

Arts & Crafts
Best General Interest Photograph – Terry Schuller
Best MG Model Display – Bill Young
Best Crafts – Brian Sonnor

New Regalia Items

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on July 28 will feature a special presentation by TCMG member Sandra Loe on making custom pottery. Examples will be on hand to examine, and Sandra will describe the process, tools and materials used in her creations.

The Henkel’s Picnic meeting in June was enjoyed by 39 members and guests, with five TCs driven by Buckeridge, Loe, Ratnayake, Simmons and Spiegel.  Also present in a classic was Dave Reid in his XK-150, and of course our hosts showing their all original  XK-120 and 1928 Lincoln.

Continue your patriotic celebration beyond Independence Day with a tour of the historic battleship USS Iowa! Now docked in San Pedro, the Iowa is open to visitors. We will experience a guided tour of the ship and learn of its dramatic and important history in protecting our nation.

Lunch will follow the event at a nearby restaurant. Cost for USS Iowa tour tickets, as well as parking fees and locations can be found by clicking here. Online purchases get a $2 discount per ticket.

Meet at the entrance to the ship at 10:00 AM.  Lunch after the tour will be at Nikos, 399 West 6th Street, San Pedro.  Click here for the restaurant menu.  Nikos is half a mile from the ship so you can leave your car where it is, or park in the lot across from the restaurant.

Early June Recap: 32 members and guests along with six TCs took part in our VIP tour of Mount Wilson Observatory. See the July newsletter for full coverage of the event!

Late June Recap: 27 members and 3 guests along with 11 TCs (plus one TD) took part in GoF West at Rohnert Park. Several other members were registered as “in spirit” but not present.  See the August newsletter for full coverage of the event!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The July Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Michael Graziano

• Kevin Brinkerhoff

July 1: New TC added for Hema & Janakie Ratnayake.

June 27: New content and info added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge.

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Conclave dates and location announced! (note changes)

The 59th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held this October in Cambria. Watch the Calendar Page for more details.

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

Congratulations to all the TC Motoring Guild award winners at GoF West 2015 in Rohnert Park this month!  In all, 27 members with 11 TCs (plus one TD) were in attendance along with several registered as “in spirit”. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three places in the TC class of the car display. Full results are listed below.

Car Display
1st Place, TC class – Rick & Judy Storms
2nd Place, TC class – Bill & Suzanne Young
3rd Place, TC class – Steve & Linda Simmons
Honorable Mention, TC Class – Pete & Fran Thelander

Rallye
2nd Place (Driver) – Howard Shempp

Funkhana
1st Place (T-Series Class) – David & Joyce Edgar

Carless Funkhana
Best Man – Pete Thelander
Best Lady – Linda Simmons

Arts & Crafts
Best General Interest Photograph – Terry Schuller
Best MG Model Display – Bill Young

New Regalia Items

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting is the always enjoyable Henkels Picnic!  Join us on June 23 at the Henkels home and bring a picnic dinner.  Desserts are provided by our hosts.  For those returning from GoF West, bring your awards or other items of interest to share.  There will be lots of tire kicking and gawking at Tony’s many “big boy toys”, along with the usual good company.  Don’t miss out, be there!

Many thanks to our guest speaker at the May meeting, Mike Simmons, who gave an excellent talk about the location of our June tour, Mount Wilson Observatory.

Continue your patriotic celebration beyond Independence Day with a tour of the historic battleship USS Iowa! Now docked in San Pedro, the Iowa is open to visitors. We will experience a guided tour of the ship and learn of its dramatic and important history in protecting our nation.

Lunch will follow the event at a nearby restaurant. Cost for USS Iowa tour tickets, as well as parking fees and locations can be found by clicking here. Online purchases get a $2 discount per ticket.

More details will be announced soon, including meeting time and caravan routes for those wishing to drive together.

Early June Recap: 32 members and guests along with six TCs took part in our VIP tour of Mount Wilson Observatory. See the July newsletter for full coverage of the event!

Late June Recap: 27 members and 3 guests along with 11 TCs (plus one TD) took part in GoF West at Rohnert Park. Several other members were registered as “in spirit” but not present.  See the August newsletter for full coverage of the event!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The July Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest member!

• Kevin Brinkerhoff

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

The 59th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave will be held this October in Cambria. Watch the Calendar Page for more details.

For those going for the Sargent Trophy, note that we have two official events this month – the much anticipated Mount Wilson Tour on June 6 and GoF West June 15-19 in Rohnert Park.

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting is the always enjoyable Henkels Picnic!  Join us on June 23 at the Henkels home and bring a picnic dinner.  Desserts are provided by our hosts.  For those returning from GoF West, bring your awards or other items of interest to share.  There will be lots of tire kicking and gawking at Tony’s many “big boy toys”, along with the usual good company.  Don’t miss out, be there!

Many thanks to our guest speaker at the May meeting, Mike Simmons, who gave an excellent talk about the location of our June tour, Mount Wilson Observatory.

Our next event takes us to Rohnert Park for GoF West 2015.  If you have not yet registered, act now!  Contact Pete Thelander for caravan information to and from the event.

Early June Recap: 32 members and guests along with six TCs took part in our VIP tour of Mount Wilson Observatory. See the upcoming newsletter for full coverage of the event!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The June Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest member!

• Kevin Brinkerhoff

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

SAVE BOTH DATES! Our meeting on May 26 and our event one week later on June 6 are linked as two parts of a special presentation on the history of the mount Wilson Observatory. If you plan to attend one then plan to attend both! You’ll be glad you did. See below for details.

Special thanks to David Spiegel for hosting the April meeting at his home, and for showing us the remarkable restoration of his MG SA Saloon!

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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At our next monthly meeting on May 26, our special guest is Mike Simmons, president of Astronomers Without Borders and founder of the Mount Wilson Observatory Association. Mike has given talks to numerous scientific organizations around the world, and this May will be giving our club a presentation on the rich history of the Mount Wilson Observatory which spans well over a century. His talk will include a slideshow of historic images, showing turn of the century vehicles and machines, how an observatory came to a 5700-foot mountaintop in 1904, and the many famous faces like Einstein and Hubble who made important scientific discoveries while working at Mount Wilson.

This is a fascinating presentation and is an excellent primer for our June 6th tour to the observatory itself. Whether or not you will attend the tour, you won’t want to miss this program!

Come experience a special VIP tour of the historic Mount Wilson Observatory! Our group will be treated to a guided tour of the facility and it’s historically important instruments, most over 100 years old and still making discoveries. We will see parts of the grounds that are not visited by the general public including the inner workings of a 5-story tall telescope built in a World War I shipyard.

Please RSVP for this event by May 26 and note there is a fee of $12 per person for the tour. If you plan to attend, contact our events coordinator Steve Simmons for detailed information.

May Recap: 24 people along with four TCs, an MGC and classic Mustang attended our second annual Wine Country Weekend. See the upcoming newsletter for full coverage of the event!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The June Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

SAVE BOTH DATES!  Our meeting on May 26 and our event one week later on June 6 are linked as two parts of a special presentation on the history of the mount Wilson Observatory.  If you plan to attend one then plan to attend both!  You’ll be glad you did.  See below for details.

Special thanks to David Spiegel for hosting the April meeting at his home, and for showing us the remarkable restoration of his MG SA Saloon!

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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At our next monthly meeting on May 26, our special guest is Mike Simmons, president of Astronomers Without Borders and founder of the Mount Wilson Observatory Association. Mike has given talks to numerous scientific organizations around the world, and this May will be giving our club a presentation on the rich history of the Mount Wilson Observatory which spans well over a century. His talk will include a slideshow of historic images, showing turn of the century vehicles and machines, how an observatory came to a 5700-foot mountaintop in 1904, and the many famous faces like Einstein and Hubble who made important scientific discoveries while working at Mount Wilson.

This is a fascinating presentation and is an excellent primer for our June 6th tour to the observatory itself. Whether or not you will attend the tour, you won’t want to miss this program!

Come experience a special VIP tour of the historic Mount Wilson Observatory! Our group will be treated to a guided tour of the facility and it’s historically important instruments, most over 100 years old and still making discoveries. We will see parts of the grounds that are not visited by the general public including the inner workings of a 5-story tall telescope built in a World War I shipyard.

Please RSVP for this event by May 26 and note there is a fee of $12 per person for the tour. If you plan to attend, contact our events coordinator Steve Simmons for detailed information.

May Recap: 24 people along with four TCs, an MGC and classic Mustang attended our second annual Wine Country Weekend.  See the upcoming newsletter for full coverage of the event!

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The May Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Only a few days left to sign up for our 2nd annual Wine Country Weekend in May. If you haven’t yet signed up, do it today! See the Calendar Page for more information.

Special thanks to David Spiegel for hosting the April meeting at his home, and for showing us the remarkable restoration of his MG SA Saloon!

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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 At our next monthly meeting on May 26, our special guest is Mike Simmons, president of Astronomers Without Borders and founder of the Mount Wilson Observatory Association.  Mike has given talks to numerous scientific organizations around the world, and this May will be giving our club a presentation on the rich history of the Mount Wilson Observatory which spans well over a century.  His talk will include a slideshow of historic images, showing turn of the century vehicles and machines, how an observatory came to a 5700-foot mountaintop in 1904, and the many famous faces like Einstein and Hubble who made important scientific discoveries while working at Mount Wilson.

This is a fascinating presentation and is an excellent primer for our June 6th tour to the observatory itself.  Whether or not you will attend the tour, you won’t want to miss this program!

 

Meet at the Simmons home on May 1 for a light brunch before embarking on a memorable weekend trip to Santa Barbara! Our journey will take us along a relaxing 80-mile scenic route to Santa Barbara on Friday.  Saturday will include several activities including a special tour of Moss Motors, and finishing the night with a group dinner at a local restaurant.  We return home on Sunday morning.

NOTE: This is an RSVP event! Please contact Steve Simmons if you plan to attend.

April Recap: Three TCs made a showing at the Queen’s English Car Show, driven by Richard and Sandra Loe, Mel and Toni Appell, and Malcolm and Joyce Buckeridge.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The May Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Our Wildflower Tour planned for April has been canceled due to unseasonal heat killing all the flowers early! But all is not lost, there is another April event to take its place.  See the Events section below!

Time is running out to book your room for our Wine Country Weekend in May. If you haven’t yet signed up, do it soon! See the Calendar Page for more information.

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on April 28 will take place in the workshop of TCMG member David Spiegel. David will be showing a restoration in progress on his MG SA Saloon, pictured here as it was in 2009. David will be discussing the trials and tribulations of such a job, and telling stories that could make a grown car guy cry! Meeting begins earlier than usual at 6:30 PM. Watch for a flyer in the mail for location and other details.

Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy one of the better British car shows in the area.  It is a non-judged show, and includes an auto jumble nearby. The show is held at Woodley Park in Van Nuys, and runs from 9AM to 4PM. Club members are encouraged to gather in the MG T-Series section at 11AM for a picnic among the TCs.  Bring your own, or buy food from the food truck vendors on site.  See www.queens-english.org for more information.

March Recap: 21 people took part in our March event to Strathearn Historical Park. Four TCs were driven by Loe, Buckeridge (130 miles each way), Spindler and Ellis (60 miles each way). Other classics were an MGC GTS (Steve Simmons with nephew Connor) and an MGB GT (Linda Simmons with niece Kate).

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The May Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Our Wildflower Tour planned for April has been canceled due to unseasonal heat killing all the flowers early!  A replacement event is being planned and will be announced soon.

Time is running out to book your room for our Wine Country Weekend in May. If you haven’t yet signed up, do it soon! See the Calendar Page for more information.

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items! We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings. These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions! They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves. Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on April 28 will take place in the workshop of TCMG member David Spiegel. David will be showing a restoration in progress on his MG SA Saloon, pictured here as it was in 2009. David will be discussing the trials and tribulations of such a job, and telling stories that could make a grown car guy cry! Meeting begins earlier than usual at 6:30 PM. Watch for a flyer in the mail for location and other details.

Our Wildflower Tour planned for April has been canceled due to unseasonal heat killing all the flowers early!  A replacement event is being planned and will be announced soon.  Stay tuned for more information!

March Recap: 21 people took part in our March event to Strathearn Historical Park.  Four TCs were driven by Loe, Buckeridge (130 miles each way), Spindler and Ellis (60 miles each way).  Other classics were an MGC GTS (Steve Simmons with nephew Connor) and an MGB GT (Linda Simmons with niece Kate).

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The April Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

The race for the Earl Sargent Memorial Trophy is off to an early start, with two members already earning a record number of points toward victory. The year is still early, so wipe that Winter dust off your TC and start driving!

Time is running out to book your room for our Wine Country Weekend in May.  If you haven’t yet signed up, do it soon!  See the Calendar Page for more information.

Check out our Regalia Page for new regalia items!  We have just added two jigsaw puzzles to our regalia offerings.  These are the same puzzles featured in our annual Puzzle Night competitions!  They feature the lineups from our 2013 and 2014 TCMG / ARR Conclaves.  Quantities are limited, so buy yours before they are all gone!

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Our next monthly meeting on April 28 will take place in the workshop of TCMG member David Spiegel.  David will be showing a restoration in progress on his MG SA Saloon, pictured here as it was in 2009.  David will be discussing the trials and tribulations of such a job, and telling stories that could make a grown car guy cry! Meeting begins earlier than usual at 6:30 PM.  Watch for a flyer in the mail for location and other details.

Our March event will take us on a tour of Strathearn Historical Park & Museum in Simi Valley. The site features numerous buildings from the 1800’s and early 1900’s. See historic homes from the area, exhibits on the early history of the region and vehicles ranging from horse-drawn wagons to early automobiles.

We will meet for breakfast on March 28 in Chatsworth before departing on a 25-mile scenic tour to the park. Our driving route will take us along scenic back roads (no freeway) over the Santa Susana Mountains and through Simi Valley. Lunch will follow the tour at a nearby restaurant.

Watch for a flyer in the mail, or look to the March newsletter for additional information.

February Recap: Congratulations to David Edgar for winning the Lame Duk Kup at our February event. Joining the festivities were 15 members and 5 TC, driven by Edgar (140 miles each way), Simmons, Loe, Buckeridge (120 miles each way) and Spindler.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The April Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

The race for the Earl Sargent Memorial Trophy is off to an early start, with two members already earning a record number of points toward victory.  The year is still early, so wipe that Winter dust off your TC and start driving!

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Our next monthly meeting will be held on March 24. This is our second annual Puzzle Night where members race the clock to solve a TCMG-related jigsaw puzzle.  Compete for amazing prizes and eternal glory in this fun and action packed competition!

And don’t forget about our all new raffle.  All members in attendance receive a free ticket, so don’t miss your chance to win a fabulous door prize! Doors open at 7:30 PM. For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

Our March event will take us on a tour of Strathearn Historical Park & Museum in Simi Valley. The site features numerous buildings from the 1800’s and early 1900’s. See historic homes from the area, exhibits on the early history of the region and vehicles ranging from horse-drawn wagons to early automobiles.

We will meet for breakfast on March 28 in Chatsworth before departing on a 25-mile scenic tour to the park. Our driving route will take us along scenic back roads (no freeway) over the Santa Susana Mountains and through Simi Valley. Lunch will follow the tour at a nearby restaurant.

Watch for a flyer in the mail, or look to the March newsletter for additional information.

February Recap: Congratulations to David Edgar for winning the Lame Duk Kup at our February event. Joining the festivities were 15 members and 5 TC, driven by Edgar (140 miles each way), Simmons, Loe, Buckeridge (120 miles each way) and Spindler.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The April Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

February 25: New info added to the Sargent Award page.

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TCMG Loses Two Of Our Cherished Members

Stan Roman, January 2015

Earlier this month we lost a well known and beloved member, Stan Roman. Stan and Anita joined TC Motoring Guild way back in 1969 and have been active members for much of the time since. Even after they sold their TC due to health issues, the Romans remained active, participating in many of our events and meetings year after year. The accompanying photo shows the Romans at our Halloween Party several years ago.

Services for Stan were held on January 9. Fifteen TCMG’ers were present along with a pair of TCs in the procession. To send cards or letters of sympathy, see the club membership directory for the Roman’s mailing address. The January newsletter will feature more about Stan and his time in the club.

Phil Marino, December 2014

It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Phil Marino, a long-time TCMG member and devoted MG TC enthusiast. Phil was a talented machinist whose components are running in many of our cars today. He was a pioneer in the modern, unbreakable axles that we all enjoy as well as the creator of countless other parts that make our lives easier including spin-on oil filter adapters, brass master cylinders and much, much more. As a 30-year member of the TC Motoring Guild, he became a friend and mentor to many TC owners and he will be missed by each and every one.

Services for Phil were held on December 29th. Several TCs were present, many with Phil’s parts installed, and they all caravaned together from the service in his honor. Look to the January newsletter for more about Phil Marino and the people he befriended in his journeys.

Our next monthly will be held on February 24. David Edgar will be speaking about the SU carburetors found on our TCs. Examples will be on hand for members to see up close in various states of assembly. Don’t miss this very interesting presentation! Doors open at 7:30 PM. For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

Our March event will take us on a tour of Strathearn Historical Park & Museum in Simi Valley. The site features numerous buildings from the 1800’s and early 1900’s. See historic homes from the area, exhibits on the early history of the region and vehicles ranging from horse-drawn wagons to early automobiles.

We will meet for breakfast on March 28 in Chatsworth before departing on a 25-mile scenic tour to the park. Our driving route will take us along scenic back roads (no freeway) over the Santa Susana Mountains and through Simi Valley. Lunch will follow the tour at a nearby restaurant.

Watch for a flyer in the mail, or look to the March newsletter for additional information.

February Recap: Congratulations to David Edgar for winning the Lame Duk Kup at our February event.  Joining the festivities were 15 members and 5 TC, driven by Edgar (140 miles each way), Simmons, Loe, Buckeridge (120 miles each way) and Spindler.

For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

The March Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

February 8: New photos added for Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge.

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

TCMG Loses Two Of Our Cherished Members

Stan Roman, January 2015

Earlier this month we lost a well known and beloved member, Stan Roman. Stan and Anita joined TC Motoring Guild way back in 1969 and have been active members for much of the time since. Even after they sold their TC due to health issues, the Romans remained active, participating in many of our events and meetings year after year. The accompanying photo shows the Romans at our Halloween Party several years ago.

Services for Stan were held on January 9. Fifteen TCMG’ers were present along with a pair of TCs in the procession. To send cards or letters of sympathy, see the club membership directory for the Roman’s mailing address. The January newsletter will feature more about Stan and his time in the club.

Phil Marino, December 2014

It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Phil Marino, a long-time TCMG member and devoted MG TC enthusiast. Phil was a talented machinist whose components are running in many of our cars today. He was a pioneer in the modern, unbreakable axles that we all enjoy as well as the creator of countless other parts that make our lives easier including spin-on oil filter adapters, brass master cylinders and much, much more. As a 30-year member of the TC Motoring Guild, he became a friend and mentor to many TC owners and he will be missed by each and every one.

Services for Phil were held on December 29th. Several TCs were present, many with Phil’s parts installed, and they all caravaned together from the service in his honor. Look to the January newsletter for more about Phil Marino and the people he befriended in his journeys.

Our next monthly will be held on February 24.  David Edgar will be speaking about the SU carburetors found on our TCs.  Examples will be on hand for members to see up close in various states of assembly.  Don’t miss this very interesting presentation!  Doors open at 7:30 PM. For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

Our next event will be held on Saturday February 7. Start off the new year with a thrilling, no holds barred TC Motoring Guild miniature golf competition! The winner takes home our coveted Lame Duk Kup Trophy, to be treasured for one whole year. Lunch and awards will follow at the nearby Robin Hood British Pub. For more information, see the Calendar Page or the flyer in our January / February newsletter.

Lame Duk Trivia: A traditional event of over three decades, and always the first one of the year, the Lame Duk Kup is a constantly changing event of competition and cheating, followed up by lunch and awarding of the coveted (not really) Lame Duk. Come test your skills and your ability to bend the rules to your advantage! To learn a bit about the history of this event, click here.

The January / February Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

2015 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2015 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Gorden Bundy, Ron Simon, Joyce Edgar, David Edgar, Curt Sorensen, David Coleman and Steve Simmons. Additional club chairs are Richard Loe, Jim Crandall, Don McLish, Bobbie Simon and Jan Sorensen. Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

President – Gorden Bundy Vice President – Ron Simon Secretary – David Edgar Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – David Coleman Director – Curt Sorensen Ex Officio – Steve Simmons Events – Steve Simmons Asst. Events – Richard Loe Programs – Curt Sorensen	Asst. Programs – David Edgar Editor – David Edgar Co-Editor – Jim Crandall Regalia – Linda Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon Raffle – Gorden Bundy Historian – Don McLish Webmaster – Steve Simmons Hospitality – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2014:

• Frank Mason Award – Joyce Edgar
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Steve & Linda Simmons and Richard & Sandra Loe
  Note that this is not only the the first tie, but also the first perfect attendances in recorded TCMG history!
• Breakdown Award -David & Joyce Edgar

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

TCMG Loses Two Of Our Cherished Members

Stan Roman, January 2015

Earlier this month we lost a well known and beloved member, Stan Roman. Stan and Anita joined TC Motoring Guild way back in 1969 and have been active members for much of the time since. Even after they sold their TC due to health issues, the Romans remained active, participating in many of our events and meetings year after year. The accompanying photo shows the Romans at our Halloween Party several years ago.

Services for Stan were held on January 9. Fifteen TCMG’ers were present along with a pair of TCs in the procession. To send cards or letters of sympathy, see the club membership directory for the Roman’s mailing address. The January newsletter will feature more about Stan and his time in the club.

Phil Marino, December 2014

It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Phil Marino, a long-time TCMG member and devoted MG TC enthusiast. Phil was a talented machinist whose components are running in many of our cars today. He was a pioneer in the modern, unbreakable axles that we all enjoy as well as the creator of countless other parts that make our lives easier including spin-on oil filter adapters, brass master cylinders and much, much more. As a 30-year member of the TC Motoring Guild, he became a friend and mentor to many TC owners and he will be missed by each and every one.

Services for Phil were held on December 29th. Several TCs were present, many with Phil’s parts installed, and they all caravaned together from the service in his honor. Look to the January newsletter for more about Phil Marino and the people he befriended in his journeys.

Our next meeting will be held on January 27 at our usual Montrose location. A video detailing the history of post-war MGs will be shown, including the TC through TF, MGA and racing efforts. Also meet the new 2015 TCMG executive council! Doors open at 7:30 PM. For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

Our next event will be held on Saturday February 7. Start off the new year with a thrilling, no holds barred TC Motoring Guild miniature golf competition! The winner takes home our coveted Lame Duk Kup Trophy, to be treasured for one whole year. Lunch and awards will follow at the nearby Robin Hood British Pub. For more information, see the Calendar Page or the flyer in our January / February newsletter.

Lame Duk Trivia: A traditional event of over three decades, and always the first one of the year, the Lame Duk Kup is a constantly changing event of competition and cheating, followed up by lunch and awarding of the coveted (not really) Lame Duk. Come test your skills and your ability to bend the rules to your advantage! To learn a bit about the history of this event, click here.

The January / February Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Kregg Hunsberger

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

January 24: New page added for member Kregg Hunsberger.

January 24: New photos added for Jim & Jan Sullivan.

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

2015 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2015 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Gorden Bundy, Ron Simon, Joyce Edgar, David Edgar, Curt Sorensen, David Coleman and Steve Simmons.  Additional club chairs are Richard Loe, Jim Crandall, Don McLish, Bobbie Simon and Jan Sorensen. Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

President – Gorden Bundy Vice President – Ron Simon Secretary – David Edgar Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – David Coleman Director – Curt Sorensen Ex Officio – Steve Simmons Events – Steve Simmons Asst. Events – Richard Loe Programs – Curt Sorensen	Asst. Programs – David Edgar Editor – David Edgar Co-Editor – Jim Crandall Regalia – Linda Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon Raffle – Gorden Bundy Historian – Don McLish Webmaster – Steve Simmons Hospitality – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen

Our congratulations also go out to the winners of the various TCMG awards for 2014:

• Frank Mason Award – Joyce Edgar
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Steve & Linda Simmons and Richard & Sandra Loe
  Note that this is not only the the first tie, but also the first perfect attendances in recorded TCMG history!
• Breakdown Award -David & Joyce Edgar

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

TCMG Loses Two Of Our Cherished Members

Stan Roman, January 2015

Earlier this month we lost a well known and beloved member, Stan Roman.  Stan and Anita joined TC Motoring Guild way back in 1969 and have been active members for much of the time since.  Even after they sold their TC due to health issues, the Romans remained active, participating in many of our events and meetings year after year.  The accompanying photo shows the Romans at our Halloween Party several years ago.

Services for Stan were held on January 9.  Fifteen TCMG’ers were present along with a pair of TCs in the procession.  To send cards or letters of sympathy, see the club membership directory for the Roman’s mailing address.  The January newsletter will feature more about Stan and his time in the club.

Phil Marino, December 2014

It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Phil Marino, a long-time TCMG member and devoted MG TC enthusiast. Phil was a talented machinist whose components are running in many of our cars today.  He was a pioneer in the modern, unbreakable axles that we all enjoy as well as the creator of countless other parts that make our lives easier including spin-on oil filter adapters, brass master cylinders and much, much more. As a 30-year member of the TC Motoring Guild, he became a friend and mentor to many TC owners and he will be missed by each and every one.

Services for Phil were held on December 29th.  Several TCs were present, many with Phil’s parts installed, and they all caravaned together from the service in his honor.  Look to the January newsletter for more about Phil Marino and the people he befriended in his journeys.

Our next meeting will be held on January 27 at our usual Montrose location. A video detailing the history of post-war MGs will be shown, including the TC through TF, MGA and racing efforts. Also meet the new 2015 TCMG executive council! Doors open at 7:30 PM. For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

Our next event will be held on Saturday February 7.  Start off the new year with a thrilling, no holds barred TC Motoring Guild miniature golf competition! The winner takes home our coveted Lame Duk Kup Trophy, to be treasured for one whole year. Lunch and awards will follow at the nearby Robin Hood British Pub. For more information, see the Calendar Page or the flyer in our January / February newsletter.

Lame Duk Trivia: A traditional event of over three decades, and always the first one of the year, the Lame Duk Kup is a constantly changing event of competition and cheating, followed up by lunch and awarding of the coveted (not really) Lame Duk. Come test your skills and your ability to bend the rules to your advantage! To learn a bit about the history of this event, click here.

The December Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

• Steve Burton

2015

January 10: New page added for the Iron Bottom Award.

2014

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

2015 TCMG Council Announced

Please welcome the newly elected 2015 TC Motoring Guild Executive Council! Your new Executive Officers are Gorden Bundy, Ron Simon, Joyce Edgar, David Edgar, Curt Sorensen, David Coleman and Steve Simmons.  Additional club chairs are Richard Loe, Jim Crandall, Don McLish, Bobbie Simon and Jan Sorensen. Thank you to everyone who gives their time to keep our club running smoothly!

President – Gorden Bundy Vice President – Ron Simon Secretary – David Edgar Treasurer/Membership – Joyce Edgar Director – David Coleman Director – Curt Sorensen Ex Officio – Steve Simmons Events – Steve Simmons Asst. Events – Richard Loe Programs – Curt Sorensen	Asst. Programs – David Edgar Editor – David Edgar Co-Editor – Jim Crandall Regalia – Linda Simmons Sunshine – Bobbie Simon Raffle – Gorden Bundy Historian – Don McLish Webmaster – Steve Simmons Hospitality – Bobbie Simon & Jan Sorensen

Our congratulations also go out to this year’s winners of the various TCMG awards:

• Frank Mason Award – Joyce Edgar
• Earl Sargent memorial Trophy – Steve & Linda Simmons and Richard & Sandra Loe
  Note that this is not only the the first tie, but also the first perfect attendances in recorded TCMG history!
• Breakdown Award -David & Joyce Edgar

To learn more about these awards, including the various ways the breakdown award has been won, see the History Section of the web site.

Phil Marino Passes

It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Phil Marino, a long-time TCMG member and devoted MG TC enthusiast.  Phil was a talented machinist whose components are running in many of our cars.  He was a pioneer in the modern, unbreakable axles that we all enjoy today as well as the creator of countless other parts that make our lives easier including spin-on oil filter adapters, brass master cylinders and much, much more.  As a 30-year member of the TC Motoring Guild, he became a friend and mentor to many TC owners and he will be missed by each and every one.

Services for Phil will be held on December 29th.  Contact a club officer for details on time and location.  Also, look to the January newsletter for more about Phil and the people he befriended in his journeys.

Our next meeting will be held on January 27 at our usual Montrose location.  A video detailing the history of post-war MGs will be shown, including the TC through TF, MGA and racing efforts.  Also meet the new 2015 TCMG executive council!  Doors open at 7:30 PM.  For more meeting and event information, visit the Calendar Page.

Our monthly driving events concluded in November with our trip to Old Town Music Hall. 23 members and guests were present, with four TCs driven by Hanes, Loe, Simmons and Spindler. Our thanks go out to everyone who helped organize the various events throughout the year. Suggestions for future events are always welcomed by the club’s Events Chair.

Our next scheduled event will be the Lame Duk Kup in early February. See the Calendar Page for more information.

The December Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• John & Donna Visconsi

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

• Steve Burton

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

The TCMG Holiday Party Is Coming!

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7. The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

2015 TCMG Executive Council Nominations

Nominations for the 2015 TCMG Executive Council were held at the October meeting. Ballots will be in your mailbox soon. Please vote and return the ballots as soon as possible!

Our next meeting is the Annual Meeting and Holiday Party at Sportsman’s Lodge on Sunday, December 7.  See the latest newsletter for the latest info, or visit the Calendar Page.

Our monthly driving events concluded this November with our trip to Old Town Music Hall. 23 members and guests were present, with four TCs driven by Hanes, Loe, Simmons and Spindler. Our thanks go out to everyone who helped organize the various events throughout the year. Suggestions for future events are always welcomed by the club’s Events Chair.

Our next scheduled event will be the Lame Duk Kup in early February. See the Calendar Page for more information.

The December Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

• Steve Burton

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Holiday Party Date Announced

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7. The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

2015 TCMG Executive Council Nominations

Nominations for the 2015 TCMG Executive Council were held at the October meeting.  Ballots will be in your mailbox soon.  Please vote and return the ballots as soon as possible!

Our next monthly meeting on November 25 brings us a fascinating presentation by TCMG members David Reid and Terry Schuller. They will be speaking about their business in underwater photography, the equipment and techniques required, and showing examples of their work. You won’t want to miss this one!

Congratulations to the team of Ron and Bobbie Simon, and Kay and Larry Einhorn for narrowly winning our Halloween Party Brain Twister Competition at the October meeting!

See the Calendar Page for more program and event info.

Our monthly driving events concluded this November with our trip to Old Town Music Hall.  23 members and guests were present, with four TCs driven by Hanes, Loe, Simmons and Spindler.  Our thanks go out to everyone who helped organize the various events throughout the year.  Suggestions for future events are always welcomed by the club’s Events Chair.

Our next scheduled event will be the Lame Duk Kup in early February.  See the Calendar Page for more information.

The December Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Steve Burton

• Malcolm & Joyce Buckeridge

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Holiday Party Date Announced

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7. The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

Old TC Motoring Guild Film Discovered

TCMG Member Jim Crandall has just finished re-editing a 16mm film made by club members back in 1972. Now set to music and with added credits identifying the players, this is a wonderful look into the past of not only our club but Southern California’s car scene as well. The video was screened at our August meeting in San Diego during GoF West, but for those who missed it we present the video here. You can also watch it on You Tube.

Our next monthly meeting on November 25 brings us a fascinating presentation by TCMG members David Reid and Terry Schuller.  They will be speaking about their business in underwater photography, the equipment and techniques required, and showing examples of their work.  You won’t want to miss this one!

Congratulations to the team of Ron and Bobbie Simon, and Kay and Larry Einhorn for narrowly winning our Halloween Party Brain Twister Competition at the October meeting!

See the Calendar Page for more program and event info.

Our next event will take place on Saturday, November 8.  We will be visiting Old Town Music Hall in El Segundo where our club will enjoy a collection of Laurel and Hardy silent and talkie movies!  Silent movies will be accompanied by a 1925 Wurlitzer organ.  Lunch precedes the event.  Watch for a flyer in your mailbox with detailed information including meeting place, parking instructions, admission cost and lunch location.  Contact Steve Simmons with any further questions.

The 58th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave in Sonora this October was enjoyed by 45 members of both clubs. 16 TCs made a showing, plus one MGB and a Jaguar E-Type. Locations for next year’s event are being scouted. If you have any suggestions, send them to our events chair, Steve Simmons.

Please see the Calendar Page for additional information.

The November Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Roy Jones

• William & Janet Wood

• Steve Burton

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Holiday Party Date Announced

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7. The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

Old TC Motoring Guild Film Discovered

TCMG Member Jim Crandall has just finished re-editing a 16mm film made by club members back in 1972. Now set to music and with added credits identifying the players, this is a wonderful look into the past of not only our club but Southern California’s car scene as well. The video was screened at our August meeting in San Diego during GoF West, but for those who missed it we present the video here. You can also watch it on You Tube.

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

TCMG had a strong showing of members at GoF West in August. 34 members were in attendance along with 4 registered but not present. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three medals in the Funkhana for TC and earlier cars. Full results are listed below.

Steve and Linda Simmons

• High Point Trophy
• 3rd Place in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Rallye, Pre-1956 Class
• 1st Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Pete, Fran and Peggy Thelander

• Honorable Mention in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier (Pete driver, daughter Peggy Navigator)

Linda Simmons – Winner, Sacagawea Award

Ernie and Elizabeth Page – 1st Place in Car Display, TF Class

Richard and Sandra Loe – 3rd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Sherman Kaplan – 3rd Place in Car Display, TF Class

David and Joyce Edgar – 1st Place in Carless Funkhana, Couples

George Kershaw – 1st Place in Arts and Crafts, Best Single Model

Gordon and Mini Glass – Recognition for best score in rallye for modern car

Elizabeth Page – Recognition for Best Foreign Effort in Arts and Crafts

Our next monthly meeting on October 28 is the annual Halloween Party and Lasagna Dinner. The club will provide a lasagna dinner, with side dishes brought by members. There will also be a Halloween-themed brain bending competition so bring your wits along! Further details on activities and pot luck sign-ups will be available in the October newsletter. Contact Linda Simmons for further details.

Our thanks go out to Ron and Dave Simon for hosting our September meeting at their automobile museum. 28 members were in attendance, with three TCs.

See the Calendar Page for more program and event info.

Our next event is currently being planned, and will be announced soon. Stay tuned!

The 58th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave in Sonora this October was enjoyed by 45 members of both clubs. 16 TCs made a showing, plus one MGB and a Jaguar E-Type. Locations for next year’s event are being scouted. If you have any suggestions, send them to our events chair, Steve Simmons.

Please see the Calendar Page for additional information.

The November Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Roy Jones

• William & Janet Wood

• Steve Burton

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Holiday Party Date Announced

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7. The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

Old TC Motoring Guild Film Discovered

TCMG Member Jim Crandall has just finished re-editing a 16mm film made by club members back in 1972. Now set to music and with added credits identifying the players, this is a wonderful look into the past of not only our club but Southern California’s car scene as well. The video was screened at our August meeting in San Diego during GoF West, but for those who missed it we present the video here. You can also watch it on You Tube.

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

TCMG had a strong showing of members at GoF West in August. 34 members were in attendance along with 4 registered but not present. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three medals in the Funkhana for TC and earlier cars. Full results are listed below.

Steve and Linda Simmons

• High Point Trophy
• 3rd Place in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Rallye, Pre-1956 Class
• 1st Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Pete, Fran and Peggy Thelander

• Honorable Mention in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier (Pete driver, daughter Peggy Navigator)

Linda Simmons – Winner, Sacagawea Award

Ernie and Elizabeth Page – 1st Place in Car Display, TF Class

Richard and Sandra Loe – 3rd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Sherman Kaplan – 3rd Place in Car Display, TF Class

David and Joyce Edgar – 1st Place in Carless Funkhana, Couples

George Kershaw – 1st Place in Arts and Crafts, Best Single Model

Gordon and Mini Glass – Recognition for best score in rallye for modern car

Elizabeth Page – Recognition for Best Foreign Effort in Arts and Crafts

Our next monthly meeting on October 28 is the annual Halloween Party and Lasagna Dinner. The club will provide a lasagna dinner, with side dishes brought by members. There will also be a Halloween-themed brain bending competition so bring your wits along!  Further details on activities and pot luck sign-ups will be available in the October newsletter. Contact Linda Simmons for further details.

Our thanks go out to Ron and Dave Simon for hosting our September meeting at their automobile museum. 28 members were in attendance, with three TCs.

See the Calendar Page for more program and event info.

Our next event is currently being planned, and will be announced soon.  Stay tuned!

The 58th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave in Sonora this October was enjoyed by 45 members of both clubs.  16 TCs made a showing, plus one MGB and a Jaguar E-Type.  Locations for next year’s event are being scouted.  If you have any suggestions, send them to our events chair, Steve Simmons.

Please see the Calendar Page for additional information.

The October Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Roy Jones

• William & Janet Wood

October 11: New page added for the 1970 Conclave.

October 11: New color photos added to the 1959 Conclave page.

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Conclave is coming!

The date for our annual conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders has been set for October 3-5.
Click Here for the latest information.

Holiday Party Date Announced

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7. The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

Old TC Motoring Guild Film Discovered

TCMG Member Jim Crandall has just finished re-editing a 16mm film made by club members back in 1972. Now set to music and with added credits identifying the players, this is a wonderful look into the past of not only our club but Southern California’s car scene as well. The video was screened at our August meeting in San Diego during GoF West, but for those who missed it we present the video here. You can also watch it on You Tube.

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

TCMG had a strong showing of members at GoF West in August. 34 members were in attendance along with 4 registered but not present. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three medals in the Funkhana for TC and earlier cars. Full results are listed below.

Steve and Linda Simmons

• High Point Trophy
• 3rd Place in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Rallye, Pre-1956 Class
• 1st Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Pete, Fran and Peggy Thelander

• Honorable Mention in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier (Pete driver, daughter Peggy Navigator)

Linda Simmons – Winner, Sacagawea Award

Ernie and Elizabeth Page – 1st Place in Car Display, TF Class

Richard and Sandra Loe – 3rd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Sherman Kaplan – 3rd Place in Car Display, TF Class

David and Joyce Edgar – 1st Place in Carless Funkhana, Couples

George Kershaw – 1st Place in Arts and Crafts, Best Single Model

Gordon and Mini Glass – Recognition for best score in rallye for modern car

Elizabeth Page – Recognition for Best Foreign Effort in Arts and Crafts

Our next monthly meeting on October 28 is the annual Halloween Party and Lasagna Dinner.  The club will provide a lasagna dinner, with side dishes brought by members.  Details on activities and pot luck sign-ups will be available in the October newsletter.  Contact Linda Simmons for further details.

Our thanks go out to Ron and Dave Simon for hosting our September meeting at their automobile museum.  28 members were in attendance, with three TCs.

See the Calendar Page for more program and event info.

Our next event, running October 3-5, is the 58th Annual TCMG / ARR Conclave! Enjoy a weekend in Sonora with our friends from the north.  Stay at the historic Gunn House and experience quaint foothill towns on our Saturday rally.  Sights will include the mining towns of Columbia and Murphys, plus opportunities to visit numerous others.  This is the event of the year, so don’t miss it!

Our main caravan will be departing from Granada Hills on the morning of Thursday, October 2nd for an overnight trip.  More details will be sent by email to those attending.  If you have not yet signed up for the event, do so right away, and let Steve Simmons know if you will be joining the caravan!

Click here for the latest Conclave information including hotel reservations and planned activities.

Twenty TCMG members attended our Santa Paula Airport Tour in early September.  Six TCs were present, driven by Crandall, Douglass, Loe, Reid, Simmons and Spindler..

Our August events were well attended. 24 members and 2 guests were present at the good will car show in El Cajon showing 6 TCs, 2 TFs, 1 Lotus 7, a Fiat Abarth, a Miata and a modern Mini. At Gof West in San Diego, 33 members attended the event with 8 TCs and 2 TFs, and another 4 members registered but not present.

Please see the Calendar Page for additional information.

The October Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• Roy Jones

• William & Janet Wood

September 25: New TC added to Richard and Sandra Loe’s page.

September 25: New page added for the 1965 Conclave.

September 25: New page added for member Roy Jones.

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.

Conclave is coming!

The date for our annual conclave with the Abingdon Rough Riders has been set for October 3-5.
Click Here for the latest information.

Holiday Party Date Announced

The TC Motoring Holiday Party and Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 7.  The latest details can be found on the Calendar Page.

Old TC Motoring Guild Film Discovered

TCMG Member Jim Crandall has just finished re-editing a 16mm film made by club members back in 1972.  Now set to music and with added credits identifying the players, this is a wonderful look into the past of not only our club but Southern California’s car scene as well.  The video was screened at our August meeting in San Diego during GoF West, but for those who missed it we present the video here.  You can also watch it on You Tube.

TC Motoring Guild Storms GoF West!

TCMG had a strong showing of members at GoF West in August.  34 members were in attendance along with 4 registered but not present. Club members took several awards in the various competitions, including a sweep of all three medals in the  Funkhana for TC and earlier cars.  Full results are listed below.

Steve and Linda Simmons

• High Point Trophy
• 3rd Place in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Rallye, Pre-1956 Class
• 1st Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Pete, Fran and Peggy Thelander

• Honorable Mention in Car Display, TC Class
• 2nd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier (Pete driver, daughter Peggy Navigator)

Linda Simmons – Winner, Sacagawea Award

Ernie and Elizabeth Page – 1st Place in Car Display, TF Class

Richard and Sandra Loe – 3rd Place in Funkhana, TC and earlier

Sherman Kaplan – 3rd Place in Car Display, TF Class

David and Joyce Edgar – 1st Place in Carless Funkhana, Couples

George Kershaw – 1st Place in Arts and Crafts, Best Single Model

Gordon and Mini Glass – Recognition for best score in rallye for modern car

Elizabeth Page – Recognition for Best Foreign Effort in Arts and Crafts

NOTE REMOTE LOCATION: Our next monthly meeting on September 23 will be held at the Simon Auto Museum in Gardena.  Meeting begins at 7:00 PM.  Sit among the amazing cars and automobilia of TCMG members Ron and Dave Simon’s auto museum while enjoying our annual movie night!  Popcorn and refreshments will be provided.  Watch for a flyer in the mail with details on our feature presentation.

Our topic of discussion before the film will be GoF West.  Members are encouraged to bring their stories, awards or other items of interest.  A slide show will also be run with photos from GoF West.  Send any photos you would like included to Joyce Edgar by email.  GoF West Steering Committee members David Edgar and Steve Simmons will be in attendance to hear your thoughts on how to make the next GoF West even better than the last.  We hope you will be there to share your ideas, praise or criticism about the San Diego event so that it can be presented to the GoF West board at their next meeting.

See the Calendar Page for more program and event info.

On Sunday, September 7, come enjoy light breakfast snacks at the Sorensen home in Westlake Village before embarking on a scenic driving tour through orchards and canyons to beautiful Santa Paula.  There, we will visit the Santa Paula Airport and view several hangers full of interesting displays, from cars to airplanes to antique radios and more.  Lunch will be available at the airport restaurant before returning by a slightly different scenic route.  Please note this is an RSVP event.  See flyer in the mail (should arrive by 9/4) for details and RSVP information.

Our August events were well attended.  24 members and 2 guests were present at the good will car show in El Cajon showing 6 TCs, 2 TFs, 1 Lotus 7, a Fiat Abarth, a Miata and a modern Mini.  At Gof West in San Diego, 33 members attended the event with 8 TCs and 2 TFs, and another 4 members registered but not present.

Please see the Calendar Page for additional information.

The September Midget Chassis is online and ready for viewing. Click here to view on screen, or click here for a printable booklet version.

To view past newsletters, including one from way back in April 1958, visit the Newsletter Page.

TC Motoring Guild welcomes our newest members!

• William & Janet Wood

September 6: New photos added for members Mike and Julie Wilson.

September 3: New article added to the History Pages titled “The Breakdown That Never Happened“.

September 3: New section added to the History Page called “The Stories We Tell”.

August 31: New color photo added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 14: New page added for the 1962 TCMG / ARR Conclave.

August 10: New photos and information added to the 1961 Conclave page.

August 10: New page added to the History Section about the first MG TC in California.

August 6: New photo added for members William and Janet Wood.

July 15: New video added to the Video Vault page.

June 26: New photo added to The Harvey Award page.

June 26: New information added detailing the origins of the Annual Conclave Award.

June 25: New information and photos added to The History of the TC Motoring Guild Badge page.

May 15: New photos and information added to the 1957 Conclave page.

As always we are seeking photos for the Members Gallery showing you and your TC. We also welcome member biographies so your fellow TCMG’ers can learn a bit about you, your history with your TC or anything else you care to write about. Historic photos and stories are also being sought to expand our TCMG History section on the site. Please send what you have to Steve Simmons.