Sunshine Bimmers

Daytona Area Teutonic Tuesday Dinner - October 25
2016-10-25 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | River Grille on the Tomoka, 950 U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL, 32174, United States
We are heading back to the Daytona Area for our next Teutonic Tuesday meeting October 25. Join us for drinks starting at 6:30 pm (or earlier–it’s your call) with dinner beginning at 7:00 pm. This event being coordinated by Bob & Sadie Compton will be held at River Grille on the Tomoka River in Ormond Beach. The address is 950 US1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 and their telephone number is 386-615-2004. Please RSVP to Bob Compton at redvette100@hotmail.com if you plan to attend so we can ensure enough space for everyone.

Ride to the Ranch Annual Cookout - Cancelled
2016-10-22 10:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | MacKay Tigerhead Ranch, 41758 Tall Pine St, Lady Lake, FL, 32159, United States
This event has been cancelled.

Orlando Cars and Coffee - October 15
2016-10-15 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | House Blend Cafe, 10730 W. Colonial Lane, Ocoee, FL, 34761, United States
Car lovers coming together at House Blend Café on the Third Saturday of every month from 8 am – 10 am to enjoy breakfast, coffee, and our biggest passion – cars. House Blend Café is located at 10730 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761.

Teutonic Tuesday Dinner - September 27
2016-09-27 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Stonewood Grill, 1210 South International Parkway, Heathrow, FL, 32746, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for September will be held on the 27th at the Stonewood Grill and Tavern in Heathrow. Their address is 1210 South International Parkway, Heathrow, FL 32746 and the phone number is 407-333-3292. It will be the usual format with ‘happy hour’ from 6:30 pm until 7:00 pm, with dinner from 7 until 9. Please RSVP to Dave Kash by 9/25 if you are attending or if you have any questions. The RSVP is necessary for the restaurant to plan and allow everyone to sit together.

Orlando Cars and Coffee - September 17
2016-09-17 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | House Blend Cafe, 10730 W. Colonial Lane, Ocoee, FL, 34761, United States

Teutonic Tuesday Dinner - August 23
2016-08-23 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, 8031 Turkey Lake Rd, Suite 300, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for August will be held on the 23rd at Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza in Orlando. Their address is 8031 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819 and the phone number is 407-363-9466. It will be the usual format with ‘happy hour’ from 6:30 pm until 7:00 pm, with dinner from 7 until 9. Please RSVP to Dave Kash by 8/21 if you are attending or if you have any questions. The RSVP is necessary for the restaurant to plan and allow everyone to sit together.

Orlando Cars and Coffee - August 20
2016-08-20 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | House Blend Cafe, 10730 W. Colonial Lane, Ocoee, FL, 34761, United States

Teutonic Tuesday Dinner - July 26
2016-07-26 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Stonewood Grill, 1210 South International Parkway, Heathrow, FL, 32746, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for July will be held on the 26th at the Stonewood Grill and Tavern in Heathrow. Their address is 1210 South International Parkway, Heathrow, FL 32746 and the phone number is 407-333-3292. It will be the usual format with ‘happy hour’ from 6:30 pm until 7:00 pm, with dinner from 7 until 9. Please RSVP to Dave Kash by 7/24 if you are attending or if you have any questions. Besides being courteous, the RSVP is necessary for the restaurant to plan and allow for a smoother event.

Winter Park Cars and Coffee - July 23
2016-07-23 08:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Fields BMW Winter Park, 963 N Wymore Road, Winter Park, FL, 32789, United States
The Chapter is joining with Fields BMW of Winter Park to co-host a Cars & Coffee event at the BMW dealership in Winter Park. The event starts at 8:30 am and runs until 10:30 am on Saturday, July 23. Their address is 963 N Wymore Road, Winter Park, FL 32789 and the phone number is 407-628-2100.
The dealer’s website is at http://www.fieldsbmwwinterpark.com

Daytona Cars and Coffee - July 16
2016-07-16 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Fields BMW of Daytona, 1050 N Tomoka Farms Rd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32124, United States
The Chapter is joining with Fields BMW of Daytona to co-host another Cars & Coffee event at the BMW dealership in Daytona Beach. The event starts at 9:00 am on Saturday, July 16. We will get a tour of the facility and have the opportunity to discuss technical issues with the staff in addition to the traditional cars & coffee opportunities to share our vehicles. Please RSVP to Randy Lynch at lynchmob134@gmail.com to let him know you will be there.
The dealer’s website is at http://www.fieldsbmwofdaytona.com/index.htm.

Orlando Cars and Coffee - July 16
2016-07-16 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | House Blend Cafe, 10730 W. Colonial Lane, Ocoee, FL, 34761, United States
Car lovers coming together at House Blend Café on the Third Saturday of every month from 8 am – 10 am to enjoy breakfast, coffee, and out biggest passion – cars. House Blend Café is located at 10730 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761.

Sanford Area Teutonic Tuesday Dinner - June 28
2016-06-28 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Stonewood Grill, 1210 South International Parkway, Heathrow, FL, 32746, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for June will be held on the 28th at the Stonewood Grill and Tavern in Heathrow. Their address is 1210 South International Parkway, Heathrow, FL 32746 and the phone number is 407-333-3292. It will be the usual format with ‘happy hour’ from 6:30 pm until 7:00 pm, with dinner from 7 until 9. Please RSVP to Dave Kash by 6/26 if you are attending or if you have any questions.

June 19 Cookout in Satellite Beach
2016-06-19 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Pelican Beach Park, 1525 Florida A1A, Satellite Beach, FL, United States
The annual Sunshine Bimmers Chapter Cookout will be held on Sunday, June 19, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. at Pelican Beach Park in Satellite Beach (for more information, go to http://www.satellitebeachrecreation.org/Pages/PelicanBeachPark.aspx). If you want to use your car’s expensive navigation system to guide you there, the address is 1525 Hwy. A1A, Satellite Beach, FL 32937. The Chapter pays for the food and drink, but you are always welcome to bring something extra beyond the traditional hot dogs, hamburgers, and chips we supply. Just don’t bring booze, as this is a public facility! We always have a great time, particularly with Mark & Amy doing the work (thanks, guys!), as attested to by the many smiling faces visible in event photos.

Orlando Cars and Coffee - June 18
2016-06-18 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | House Blend Cafe, 10730 W. Colonial Lane, Ocoee, FL, 34761, United States

Special Daytona Beach Area Teutonic Tuesday for May 2016
2016-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Outriggers Tiki Bar and Grille, 200 Boatyard Street, New Smyrna Beach, FL, United States
We are heading back to Daytona Beach for our next Teutonic Tuesday meeting May 24. Join us for drinks starting at 6:30 pm (or earlier–it’s your call) with dinner beginning at 7:00 pm. This special event being coordinated by Bob & Sadie Compton will be held at Outriggers Tiki Bar and Grille in New Smyrna Beach. The address is 200 Boatyard Street, New Smyrna Beach, FL and their telephone number is 386-428-6888. Please RSVP to Bob Compton at redvette100@hotmail.com if you plan to attend so we can ensure enough space for everyone.

Cars and Coffee - May 21
2016-05-21 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | House Blend Cafe, 10730 W. Colonial Lane, Ocoee, FL, 34761, United States
Cars and Coffee at House Blend Café 10730 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761 from 8 AM until 10 AM.

Cars for JM - May 7
2016-05-07 08:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Trinity Prep School, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
This is a car show that is a fundraiser for John Michael. It is being held from 8 AM until 2 PM at Trinity Prep School, 5700 Trinity Prep Lane in Winter Park, FL 32792. Additional information can be found at www.johnmichaelnight.com.

Bavarian Haus for Sunday Dinner
2016-04-24 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Bavarian Haus, 433 N Alexander St., Mount Dora, FL, 32757, United States
Join us again at the Bavarian Haus for an authentic German meal on Sunday, April 24, starting at 11:30 am. The restaurant is located at 433 N Alexander St. on the north side of downtown Mount Dora. Contact the restaurant at (352) 735-8387. We had a good crowd and dined outside on the porch during our last visit. E-mail RSVP to Chapter President Amy Rutenberg is strongly encouraged to ensure space for you.

Technical Session at Pierre's Place - February 27
2016-02-27 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Pierre’s Place BMW Mini Werks, 5101 Industry Rd., Suite B104, Melbourne, FL, United States
The next Chapter technical session will be held in Melbourne at Pierre’s Place, which is located at 5101 Industry Drive, Melbourne, FL 32940, starting at 10:30 am on Saturday, February, 27. Their phone number is 321-610-3921. This event is for all car owners, whether your car of choice is a vintage model or you are looking to understand the maintenance needs of current models. Every BMW has particular “design issues” that lead to common repairs and specific maintenance practices needed to reduce breakdowns.

Teutonic Tuesday - February 23
2016-02-23 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | alFresco, 146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL, 34787, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for February will be held on the 23rd at alFresco in downtown Winter Garden. The restaurant has an address of 146 W. Plant St., Suite 140, but it is really one block south of Plant Street directly across from the large public parking lot on Tremaine St. It is a farm to table restaurant specializing in local food sources. You can go to the restaurant’s website for more information. Note that the menu changes daily depending on what is fresh and available locally.
Special Note: We will start this event at 6:30 with a meet and greet session before we start dinner at 7:00 pm. Plus, we will have a special flatbread menu that offer some lower priced options.

Daytona Beach Cars & Coffee - January 23
2016-01-23 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Fields BMW of Daytona, 1050 N Tomoka Farms Rd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32124, United States
The Chapter is joining with Fields BMW of Daytona to co-host another Cars & Coffee event at the BMW dealership in Daytona Beach. The event starts at 9:00 am on Saturday, January 23. We will get a tour of the facility and have the opportunity to discuss technical issues with the staff in addition to the traditional cars & coffee opportunities to share our vehicles. Please RSVP to Randy Lynch at lynchmob134@gmail.com to let them know you will be there.
The dealer’s website is at http://www.fieldsbmwofdaytona.com/index.htm.

Fields BMW of Dayton Grand Opening
2015-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fields BMW of Daytona, 1050 N Tomoka Farms Rd, Daytona Beach, FL, 32124, United States
We have been invited to attend the open house event at the new Fields BMW of Daytona dealership in the International Auto Mall off I-95. The official address is 1050 N. Tomoka Farms Rd., Daytona Beach 32124. The event is Saturday night, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm and will feature the rollout of the new 7-series. Please RSVP to Steve McDonald, the dealership’s general manager, at smcdonald@fieldsauto.com or call 386-274-1200.

2015 Annual Meeting and Membership Dinner - December 4
2015-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | alFresco, 146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL, 34787, United States
Our Annual Meeting and Membership Dinner will be held at alFresco in downtown Winter Garden on Friday, December 4, starting at 7:00 pm. You get to pick from several menu choices. We will have an informal “happy hour” meet-and-greet session starting before the dinner at 6:00 pm. The restaurant has an official address of 146 W. Plant St., Suite 140, but it is really one block south of Plant Street directly across from the large public parking lot on Tremaine St. You can go to the restaurant’s website at http://www.alfrescowintergarden.com for more information. The Club will pay for the meal, including non-alcoholic beverages, for each member, associate member, and one guest. Attendees will be responsible for alcoholic beverage costs. RSVP to Al Butler at abutler@mpzero.com by December 1.

Special Daytona Beach Area Teutonic Tuesday for October 2015
2015-10-27 06:30 - 21:00 UTC
We are heading back to Daytona Beach for our last Teutonic Tuesday meeting in 2015 on October 27. Join us for drinks starting at 6:30 pm (or earlier–it’s your call) with dinner beginning at 7:00 pm. This special event being coordinated by Bob & Sadie Compton will be held at the Top of Daytona, led by Executive Chef Gabor Hurbert. This restaurant has panoramic views of the Daytona Beach area from the 29th Floor of Peck Plaza, 365 feet above the pounding Atlantic surf. Double special event: Tuesdays feature live music. For more information on this venue, go to their website at www.topofdaytona.com or call 386-767-5791. The address is 2625 South Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118. Please RSVP to Bob Compton at redvette100@hotmail.com if you plan to attend so we can ensure enough space for everyone.

Ride to the Ranch Annual Cookout October 10, 2015
2015-10-10 | MacKay Tigerhead Ranch, 41758 Tall Pine St, Lady Lake, FL, 32159, United States
The plans are set for the 4th Annual “Ride to the Ranch” hosted by the First Coast Chapter BMW CCA on the 10th of October. Please come join members from several different BMW CCA Chapters. We know it is a long drive for some of you, but we would enjoy having as many members as can attend. This is a no cost event to the members or their guests attending, the Chapters are picking up the tab as in the past. So that is one less reason for not attending that has been removed.
If you are coming on Saturday morning we invite you to form a group to drive to the event. First Coast Chapter has done this for the past three years and everyone enjoys the drive with other members. Come on Friday evening, if you want, or spend Saturday night, there is is plenty of space to set up a tent and camp. If you are not into camping, there are plenty of hotels nearby in Lady Lake, Leesburg, The Villages, and Belleview.
All Day Saturday, come early and stay as long as you like. Lunch will be served around 1:00 to 1:30 PM. Registration is highly recommended and appreciated: www.motorsportreg.com/events/fourth-annual-ride-to-ranch-tiger-head-bmw-cca-first-coast-885750
Events at the Cookout:

A scenic drive in the area for those who want see the sights around the area.
A “Members Favorite” Concours d’ Elegance where everyone votes for their favorite three cars and have some kind of award.
Horseshoes, hiking, or just tossing around the football. If you just want to relax, that’s fine as well.

Menu:

Grilled Chicken
Chopped Pork
Baby Back Ribs
Baked Beans
Coleslaw
Tossed Salad
Texas Toast
Iced Tea (Sweet & Unsweet)

If you want to drink something other than tea, please bring your own. We are requesting that anyone attending bring an appetizer or a dessert to share.
Location:
Getting to the ranch is actually part of the event. MacKay Tigerhead Ranch is on Marion County Road, which is actually in extreme northern Lake County and is identified variously as being in Lady Lake, The Villages, and/or Weirsdale. I am told you can use the address of 5110 Valley Oak St, Weirsdale, FL 32195 to get close, but the actual driveway from Marion County Road is a dirt road about 25 feet further east and called Tall Pine St. You will cross the Lake/Marion County line along the driveway; the ranch itself is in Marion County. There will be signs on the roads nearby directing you to the ranch.

Technical Session at German Motorwerks - September 26
2015-09-26 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | German Motorwerks, 164 Hope St, Longwood, FL, 32750, United States
The next Chapter technical session will be held in Longwood at German Motorwerks, which is located at 164 Hope St, # 1070, Longwood, FL 32750, starting at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 26. This annual event, hosted by shop owners and longtime Chapter members Jim Shoemaker and Deborah Pandeline, is for all car owners, whether your car of choice is a vintage model or you are looking to understand the maintenance needs of current models. Every BMW has particular “design issues” that lead to common repairs and specific maintenance practices needed to reduce breakdowns. Plus, Jim Shoemaker is a racing team crew chief/mechanic who can tell you about what to do for your particular car to make it better–however you want to define that term. He can also tell you about some of the vintage restorations they are working on.
The shop is located south of SR 434 between I-4 and US 17/92. Take either Highline Drive or Mingo Trail south from SR 434. The shop is behind the Boar’s Head Meats distribution center. If you get lost or need more information, contact Deborah Pandeline at the shop, 407-699-4151.

Teutonic Tuesday - September 22
2015-09-22 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | alFresco, 146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL, 34787, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for September will be held on the 22nd at alFresco in downtown Winter Garden. The restaurant has an address of 146 W. Plant St., Suite 140, but it is really one block south of Plant Street directly across from the large public parking lot on Tremaine St. It is a farm to table restaurant specializing in local food sources. You can go to the restaurant’s website for more information. Note that the menu changes daily depending on what is fresh and available locally.
Special Note: We will start this event at 6:30 with a meet and greet session before we start dinner at 7:00 pm. Plus, we will have a special flatbread menu that offer some lower priced options.

July 18 Mexican Dinner
2015-07-18 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Señor Tequila, 855 E SR 434, Winter Springs, FL, 32708, United States
The Chapter returns to our favorite Mexican restaurant, Señor Tequila in Winter Springs, on July 18 at 3:00 pm so we can have the place to ourselves. The location is 855 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708; their phone number is 407-542-5912. You can go to the restaurant’s website for more information on this event. An RSVP to Mark Rutenberg is appreciated so we can give the restaurant a count of diners to expect.

Teutonic Tuesday - June 23
2015-06-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | alFresco, 146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL, 34787, United States
The Chapter’s regular Teutonic Tuesday gathering for June will be held on the 23rd at alFresco in downtown Winter Garden. The restaurant has an address of 146 W. Plant St., Suite 140, but it is really one block south of Plant Street directly across from the large public parking lot on Tremaine St. It is a farm to table restaurant specializing in local food sources. You can go to the restaurant’s website for more information. Note that the menu changes daily depending on what is fresh and available locally.

20th Annual Club Race Hosted by Sunshine Bimmers
2015-05-02 08:00 - 2015-05-04 17:00 (America/New_York) | Sebring International Raceway, 113 Midway Dr, Sebring, FL, 33870, United States
The Sunshine Bimmers Chapter will host the 2oth Anniversary event in the BMW CCA Club Racing Series on May 2-3 at the Sebring International Raceway. A special cookout will be held Saturday evening starting at 6:00 in the paddock area of the race track. All BMW CCA members are invited to attend this dining experience, which has become a new part of the Sebring weekend in recent years.
