News from the Palace – Late February 2026
Good evening, everyone!
Just a quick reminder there is a Cars and Coffee sponsored by British Car Repairs this weekend, and a Tech Session hosted by Zimmlett Motors next weekend to end a short February. March meetings and events are listed, with another Tech Session and a Movie Matinee featuring “Ford vs Ferrari”.
Have you noticed it’s still light out until almost 6 pm? It’s those little pleasures that help get you through a New England winter.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Since the Show of Dreams has ended, we have been trying to think of another way to support the NH Food Bank. Thanks to Darrin Bono’s idea (our last SOD show director), a solution has been found!
In July – date to be determined – BCNH will hold a Cars and Coffee at the NH Food Bank in Manchester. You show up, donate to the Food Bank, and the NH Food Bank Food Truck will be on hand to take care of your appetite.
Yes, it’s really that simple.
Please note that this is still a work in progress. I wanted you to know it’s being worked on because the NH Food Bank’s mission is important to many of us. More information will be forthcoming as the event comes together.
As always, thanks for your support and being part of British Cars of New Hampshire!
Mike
Crackerbox Palace
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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.
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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
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 – TBA
When details of this event are finalized, they will be posted here and an eblast reminder sent out.
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
FEBRUARY EVENTS
Cars and Coffee, Deerfield, NH
February 21, 2026 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
The owner of Precision Machine and Balance will be on site for any engine/machining questions, as well as a local paint shop owner.
Sponsored by:
British Car Repairs
58 Church Street
Deerfield, NH
Tech Session, Bedford, NH
February 28, 2026 @ 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Jaguar E-Type electrical system.
Zimmlitt Motoring Co.
86 Bedford Center Road
Bedford, NH
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