News from the Palace – March 2026
Good afternoon, everyone!
It seems that this March, winter is still going to be here taunting us. It was great to enjoy a 50-degree day this weekend (2/27) but with all the snow still on the ground it’s hard to believe it will be gone in a month’s time for swap meet season starting in April.
Also ahead is the popular Blessing of The Fleet; after all, we all want a season of trouble-free driving thanks to divine intervention. It’s also fun wondering if the holy water sprinkled by the priest on the cars is going to sizzle. We’ve probably all had one of those. Mine was my very first car, a 1972 MGB.
I’d like to encourage all our new members to attend a Council meeting in your area and submit a story about yourselves and the car (or cars) you love to Dave Swartz, our newsletter editor. He’s always looking for new stuff, and what better way to get to know you?
SAVE THE DATE !
JULY 19
NH FOOD BANK / BCNH CARS AND COFFEE
The event will run between 9-12 at the NH Foodbank parking lot at 700 E Industrial Park Drive, Manchester, NH.
It’s all to benefit the NH Foodbank. Monetary or canned good donations directly to the Food Bank are highly encouraged.
The NHFB food truck will be available for food and refreshments.
It will be a year since Norma Karle’s passing – let’s have a great showing and have our other councils further away plan a drive over.
As always, thanks for your support and being part of British Cars of New Hampshire!
Mike
Crackerbox Palace
No Weare – In – Particular
BCNH Name Tags
If you’re a new member, or even an older one, be sure to get the fashion accessory that shows your incredibly good taste.
These are NO CHARGE for BCNH club members. Get yours now!
Contact John Giese: johgie@tds.net
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE THE NAME(S) TO BE PRINTED ON THE NAME TAG AND THE ADDRESS YOU WANT THEM MAILED TO.
MARCH BCNH Events
Please check the online calendar at BCNH.org often for updates and other events that may be added.
Newsletter
Consider submitting a story, photos, or things of interest to our newsletter, The Boot, Hood, and Bonnet. Please send your submissions to Dave Swartz at newsletterbcnh@gmail.com
Calendar
If you wish to add an event or see something that needs to be corrected, contact Calendar Coordinator Sue MacDuff at lucymac603@gmail.com
Council Meetings
Meetings start at 7pm unless otherwise noted; you are urged to arrive by 6pm to enjoy dinner and social time beforehand. Non-members are always welcome.
Please note any changes to your Council meetings below
MARCH MEETINGS
SOUTHERN COUNCIL MARCH 2
Southern Council Meeting @ 7pm.
Meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Arrive at 6:00 pm if you wish to eat and socialize. Non-members are always welcome. Moe Joe’s Family Restaurant, 2175 Candia Road, Manchester, NH.
Contact Mike Sweet: coventrycat71@gmail.com
NORTHERN COUNCIL MARCH 19
The meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Arrive around 6:00 pm if you plan to eat and socialize. Non-members are always welcome to attend.
The Homestead Restaurant. 1567 Summer Street , Bristol, NH.
Please remember to RSVP to Kellie if you plan to attend. We must give an accurate headcount to the Homestead.
Contact Kellie Braconier: kabraconier5@gmail.com
SEACOAST COUNCIL MARCH 11
February 11 @ 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Office Lounge Dovah, 21 Third St, Dover, N.H.
There’s a metered lot right behind the restaurant and Dale Dean has arranged for us to park for free in the Ross Furniture lot on Second Street.
The meeting time is 6 p.m. for food and drinks, The official meeting begins at 7. Non-members are always welcome.
Contact Norm Michaels: NHMichaels@aol.com
MONADNOCK COUNCIL MARCH 15
DIFFERENT DAY, DIFFERENT TIME – SEE BELOW
Meeting starts at 1pm March 15, arrive at 12pm if you wish to eat and socialize.
Monadnock Council Meeting @ 6pm.
Meet upstairs at 5pm if you want to eat and socialize. The meeting will be downstairs at 6pm.
Non-members are welcome. Dublin Road Taproom and Eatery, Shattuck Golf Course, 53 Dublin Rd, Jaffrey NH.
Contact David Scott: Scottdj1979@gmail.com
MARCH EVENTS
Tech Session, Bedford, NH
March 21, 2026 @ 9:00 am -12:00 pm
General maintenance (general overview with points, plugs, carbs, air filters etc.) As always, we can dive deeper into topics depending on the interest of the attendees.
Zimmlitt Motoring Co.
86 Bedford Center Road
Bedford, NH
Movie Matinee, Atkinson, NH
March 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Sunday March 22nd. Movie starts around 2. Popcorn and Soft drinks will be provided. BYFC (Bring Your Folding Chair). The movie will be “Ford vs Ferrari”.
John Bowe’s Barn
13 Willow Vale
Atkinson, NH
603-329-6161