Because FOG covers such a large state, we have both statewide and local events. The statewide events shown below include both FOG-sponsored events as well as other events that may appeal to our members.
Local events consist of monthly breakfasts and tours that are organized by members in various parts of the state. One of the major benefits of owning a 356 is the opportunity to meet and socialize with a truly marvelous group of people. These low-key events are a great way to get to know your fellow members.
Interested in Volunteering?
Please note we are looking for volunteers to organize local gatherings in certain areas of the state. Please contact Peter Bartelli, our Event Chair, for more information:
Statewide & National Events
November 5, 2022 Space Coast Region Oktoberfest Event and Kirk Stowers Memorial Trophy
The Space Coast Region PCA will have their annual Oktoberfest BBQ/Picnic/Concours/Swap Meet event on Saturday, Nov. 5th at Burton Smith Park on SR 520 west of Cocoa. Street address is 7575 King Street, Cocoa, FL 32926, or 7575 SR 520. FOG is formally invited and there will be a People’s Choice Event for all 356’s. The overall winner (most votes) will receive the Stowers Memorial Trophy. Kirk was 356 FOG President from 2003 to 2007 and owner of Stowers 356 restoration shop.
Registration fee of $20 per person, which includes lunch, will be payable at the event. Please don’t miss this event even though it might be a bit of a drive.
Set up for the event starts at 9am, judging at 10am and Lunch will be around noon. Awards after lunch. A swap meet with plenty of tables will also be held, so bring items that you may want to sell (parts, memorabilia) to a “Good Home”. Several of us sold items last time. Most of the attendees will be later model Porsche people so bring your 911,944,914 etc. items. Any questions email me at jreker@cfl.rr.com .
Feb. 9-12, 2023
The Gathering of the Faithful in Melbourne, Florida
Watch website for registration details.
Local Events
Central Florida (Orlando area):
Breakfast first Saturday of every month. Lunch tours occasionally, but not on a fixed schedule. To receive notice/reminders of both the breakfasts and the lunch tours send an email to John Reker at JReker@cfl.rr.com or call at 407-629-0248.
Northeast Florida (Jacksonville area):
Get together first Saturday of every month. Location varies. Contact Jim Voss at vossjax@bellsouth.net or call 904-529-1398.
Northwest Florida:
Contact Dave Jerome at dmjerome52@cox.net or 850-240-3610.
Southeast Florida:
We are looking for a location to hold our first Saturday of every month get togethers. Contact Steve Bamdas at Steveb@rivamotorsports.com or Paul Raben at praben356@gmail.com for more information.
Southwest Florida (Sarasota area):
Last Saturday of each month at 9:00 am at First Watch Restaurant at the Publix Plaza on University Parkway, just east of I-275 (exit 213). This draws FOGgies from Naples to Tampa. Contact Fernando Lopez at (727) 417-1120 or mk2lopez@yahoo.com
