From the President’s Octagonal office:

It was a sweltering day for the Houston MG Car Club President's Social.  The good part is that it didn’t rain.  54+ members of our club made it out to Richmond to talk cars, talk repairs, talk parts, and get to know each other a little better.

Kathy Colwell was at the heart of the operation, having coordinated the catering and preparing the house.   A special thanks to those who helped set things up.

Ron Redding was much relieved, as I learned from our July meeting, he only eats BBQ.  We had plenty of BBQ and many boxes of the leftovers when home.  While most club members drove their climate-controlled modern cars, there were a few Drivers who tolerated the heat. Joe Bolduc show up with a trailered 1957 MGA that he just purchased that morning!  While I thought it was a coupe, it turns out to be a roadster with one of those fabled removable hardtops. Of course, there were also a few MGBs in the car park.

 Mike Menard was the club masochist that day, driving his MGB out, and working on his transmission while the car was on my lift.  We could hear him conversing with God, looking for a lost bolt, and we also heard him praying that the patron saint of cross-threaded bolts was not present.  He drove away exhausted, very dehydrated, but successful in his repair.

It was a joy to have so many club members at our house, some who I have not had the pleasure of getting to know yet.  It was a good opportunity to be social, and I think that we accomplished that goal.

  

I am also happy to report that my $200 1980 MGB is happily on the road.  Only a day after our party, but who is counting?  She had a couple of bugs, which were worked out after work today.  Brakes are much tighter, she idles softly at 800 rpm, and the throttle return springs are now doing their job.  I find that the speedometer doesn’t work, and I will have to start thinking about that soon.

I am thankful to the leadership of our car club over the past decade.  They revitalized our club, bringing in new members, each with something to bring, something to talk about, and something to drive.  It was Kathy’s and my pleasure to have hosted such a splendid event.   Thank you for coming. 

I am out of the country for 30 days as of next Saturday, and thus will not be attending our September meeting.  Vice President, Mr. Scott Kalish, will run that meeting.  There is some important business to conduct.  The club requires that 3 members step forth, volunteering to be part of a nominating committee for next year's officers.  Please think this over, and be part of that committee, and help identify Members who will move our club forward.

Rich Colwell

President, Houston MG Car Club 

President Rich Colwell is hosting the annual President's Social, at his home on Saturday, August 30.  There will be an overflow crowd and Rich has a Request:  bring a dessert to share "just a little" and your chairs.  You can expect some pretty good BBQ.  

The image is what AI thinks Rich must look like (wrong) but they got the MG pretty close.

Fellow British Car Enthusiasts,

As you are aware, Kerr County, Texas, suffered a devastating flash flood earlier this month, resulting in the tragic loss of over 107 lives—27 of them young children and teens. Our hearts ache for their families and loved ones.

In moments like these, prayers alone can feel insufficient. In response, the Houston MG Car Club Board of Directors has voted to donate $500 to the Kerr County Relief Fund. This locally administered fund ensures that every dollar reaches those who need it most, without dilution or delay.

We’ve also learned that the Texas MG Register is making a similar contribution. It’s a quiet testament to the kind heartedness of British car enthusiasts—people who care deeply and act with empathy in times of crisis.

Personally, my wife Kathy and I felt moved to offer additional support. We’ll be contributing another $100, which we’d like to include in the club’s donation. If you’re likewise inclined to help, we invite you to do so.

Our Treasurer, Greg Fleischer, will be present at our August 2nd meeting. Donations of any amount—cash, check, or other—can be brought directly to the meeting, where Greg will include them in our collective gift from the Houston MG Car Club.

Thank you for showing the spirit of generosity and neighborly care that defines our community.

Warm regards,  Rich Colwell President, HMGCC (2025)

 Honoring Two Beloved Members of Our HMGCC Family

The HMGCC community came together with heavy hearts yet full appreciation to celebrate the lives of two cherished members—Steve Session and Tom Sturm—whose spirit and friendship left an enduring mark on our club.

️ Celebrating the Life of Steve Session On July 21, a moving Celebration of Life was held in Katy to honor Steve Session, whose vibrant enthusiasm and joy were constants alongside his navigator, Jackie. They brought laughter, warmth, and camaraderie to every club event. The room overflowed with love as nearly 200 friends and family gathered to pay their respects, including fourteen HMGCC members, accompanied by British autos gracing the car park—a fitting tribute to Steve’s devotion to his red MGB. Mike Woodward spoke on behalf of our club, beautifully capturing how Steve fully embodied our “Marque of Friendship.” In true Steve fashion, several members arrived early for a spontaneous “Steve Session Pop-Up Breakfast,” reflecting the easy joy and connection he inspired.

Remembering Tom Sturm On July 23 in Brenham, Candy and I joined a heartfelt gathering of family, friends, and fellow “car guys” to honor Tom Sturm, former HMGCC President (2000), who recently passed after a long illness. Tom was the quintessential enthusiast—a gentleman whose love of cars and community was unmistakable. First-place awards, including three from HMGCC shows, stood as quiet witnesses to his passion and dedication. Like Steve, Tom lived the Marque of Friendship to its fullest.

A Gentle Reminder Enjoy the company of fellow club members in the moment. These bonds—made under bonnets and beside roadways—are treasures we carry forward.

Rest in peace, Steve and Tom. You will be missed but never forgotten.

Name        Events                                                Number

1 Dawson/1973 MGB 6) 7) 8) 9) 15) 16) 18) 19) 21)   9

2 Woodward/1980 MGB LE 3) 7) 8) 9) 11) 15) 21).     7

3 Colwell/1959 MGA 4) 9) 11) 15) 17) 19) 20).            7

4 Sandy/1962 MGA 3) 5) 7) 9) 15) 20).                       6

5 Drum/1976 MGB 3) 6) 8) 9) 13) 14) 20) 6

6 Bowers/1974 MGB GT 6) 7) 9) 14) 17) 19) 6

7 Fleischer/1971 MGB 7) 8) 9) 14) 16) 19) 6

8 Kalish/1961 MGA 7) 9) 11) 13) 16) 19) 6

9 Jones/1965 MGB 1) 3) 7) 11) 13) 5

10 Evesson/1960 MGA 3) 5) 9) 11) 4

11 Hardy/1972 MGB 2) 3) 7) 17) 4

12 Ficalora/1976 MGB 3) 6) 9) 14) 16) 4

13 Menard/1967 MGB GT 3) 11) 21) 3

14 Cordes/1966 MGB 7) 9) 19) 3

15 Chalker/1959 MGA 7) 13) 16) 3

16 Session/1964 MGB 5) 6) 2

17 Kidd/1973 MGB 3) 7) 2

18 Schwartz/1980 MGB 3) 11) 2

19 Early/1962 MGA 7) 9) 2

20 Sumrall/1972 MGB 1) 13) 2

21 Prissovsky/1970 MGB 7) 13) 2

22 Kramer/1960 MGA 1) 16) 2

23 Crocker/1961 MGA 8) 21) 2

24 Griffith/1948 MG TC 1952 MG TD 15) 17) 2

25 Carpenter/1936 MG TA 17) 21) 2

26 Geyser/1952 MG TD 4) 1

27 Galt/1962 MGA 1) 1

28 Horn/1971 MGB 3) 1

29 Guthrie/1977 MGB 3) 1

30 Smith/1969 MGC GT 4) 1

31 Lawrence/1969 MGC 6) 1

32 Bernstein/1952 MG TD 7) 1

33 Curtiss/1966 MGB 8) 1

34 Chase/1948 MG TC 7) 1

35 Schiller/1972 MGB 7) 1

36 Pickle/MGB 11) 1

37 Wright/1971 MGB GT 11) 1

38 Shaw/1972 MGB 11) 1

39 McEwan/1978 MGB 11) 1

40 Nelson/1978 MGB 11) 1

41 Humphreys/1971 MGB 14) 1

42 Stovall/1958 MGA 17) 1

43 Poffenbarger/1966 MGB GT 17) 1

44 McQuaid/1973 MGB GT 17) 1

45 Bowyer/1949 MG TC 12) 1

46 Buerger/1980 MGB 18) 1

47 Uriccho/1979 MGB 16) 1

48 Gentry/1960 MGA 18) 1

49 Shouse/1979 MGB 20) 1

50 Sysman/1971 MGB 20) 1

51 Collins/1963 MGB 21) 1

52 Redding/1958 MG Magnette/1964 MGB 7) 9) 2

1) 2) 6) 7) 19) 20) 6

53 Schrodi/1976 MGB 54 Sykes/1974 MGB GT

Events to Date 05/25

1) Nov Meeting 2) GOF 3) Autocross 4) Autorama 5) Xmas Party 6) Jan Monthly Meeting 7) Feb Monthy Meeting

8) Feb Pop Up Lunch 9) Mar Monthly Meeting 10) March Qtr Breakfast 11) MG/TTR Autocross 12) Apr Monthly Meeting

13) Tech Session 14) Backroad Drive 15) MSR Track Racing 16) May Monthly Meeting 17) Spring GOF

18) Pop Up Lunch-Tomball

Name      Events         TOTAL MILES

1 Bowers/1974 MGB GT 6) 7) 9) 14) 17) 19)        1,313

2 Hardy/1972 MGB 2) 3) 7) 17)                             1,175

3 Colwell/1959 MGA 4) 9) 11) 15) 17) 19) 20)        1,001

4 Drum/1976 MGB 3) 6) 8) 9) 13) 14) 20)  624

5 Griffith/1948 MG TC 1952 MG TD 15) 17) 594

6 Poffenbarger/1966 MGB GT 17) 570

7 Sandy/1962 MGA 3) 5) 7) 9) 15) 20) 528

8 Kalish/1961 MGA 7) 9) 11) 13) 16) 19) 508

9 Ficalora/1976 MGB 3) 6) 9) 14) 16) 492

10 Stovall/1958 MGA 17) 471

11 Schwartz/1980 MGB 3) 11)  400

12 Fleischer/1971 MGB 7) 8) 9) 14) 16) 19) 389

13 Woodward/1980 MGB LE 3) 7) 8) 9) 11) 15) 21)   377

14 Dawson/1973 MGB 6) 7) 8) 9) 15) 16) 18) 19) 21)   330

15 Evesson/1960 MGA 3) 5) 9) 11) 265

16 Jones/1965 MGB 1) 3) 7) 11) 13) 207

17 Cordes/1966 MGB 7) 9) 19) 206

18 Galt/1962 MGA 1) 181

19 Session/1964 MGB 5) 6) 161

20 Humphreys/1971 MGB 14) 140

21 Chalker/1959 MGA/MGB 7) 13) 16) 121

22 Geyser/1952 MG TD 4) 100

23 Kidd/1973 MGB 3) 7) 89

24 Sumrall/1972 MGB 1) 13) 75

25 Menard/1967 MGB GT 3) 11) 21) 72

26 Early/1962 MGA 7) 9) 70

27 Pickle/MGB 11) 70

28 Wright/1971 MGB GT 11) 65

29 Horn/1971 MGB 3) 60

30 Shaw/1972 MGB 11) 60

31 McEwan/1978 MGB 11) 60

32 McQuaid/1973 MGB GT 17) 60

33 Shouse/1979 MGB 20) 60

34 Bernstein/1952 MG TD 7) 58

35 Crocker/1961 MGA 8) 21) 54

36 Carpenter/1936 MG TA 17) 21) 44

37 Curtiss/1966 MGB 8) 40

38 Prissovsky/1970 MGB 7) 13) 40

39 Uriccho/1979 MGB 16) 40

40 Gentry/1960 MGA 18) 28

41 Lawrence/1969 MGC 6) 26

42 Chase/1948 MG TC 7) 25

43 Sysman/1971 MGB 20) 22

44 Collins/1963 MGB 21) 20

45 Guthrie/1977 MGB 3) 15

46 Smith/1969 MGC GT 4) 15

47 Nelson/1978 MGB 11) 14

48 Schiller/1972 MGB 7) 12

49 Kramer/1960 MGA 1) 16) 8

50 Buerger/1980 MGB 18) 8

51 Bowyer/1949 MG TC 12) 5

52 Redding/1958 MG Magnette/1964 MGB 7) 9)   53 Schrodi/1976 MGB 54 Sykes/1974 MGB GT

1) 2) 6) 7) 19) 20) Events to Date 06/25

1) Nov Meeting 2) GOF 3) Autocross 4) Autorama 5) Xmas Party 6) Jan Monthly Meeting 7) Feb Monthly Meeting

8) Feb Pop UP Lunch 9) Mar Monthly Meeting 10) March Qtr Breakfast 11) MG/TTR Autocross 12) Apr Monthly Meeting

13) Tech Session 14) Backroad Drive 15) MSR Track Racing 16) May Monthly Meeting 17) Spring GOF

18) Pop Up Lunch-Tomball 19) June Monthly Meeting 20) Club Picnic 21) Qtr Breakfast

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our cherished member and recent chairman, Steve Session. Steve left us at 7:15 PM yesterday evening.

Steve was a cornerstone of our club, dedicating himself wholeheartedly to our community and the passion we all share for MG cars. His leadership, warmth, and consistent positivity touched all who knew him. The outpouring of support from our club during Steve’s recent health challenges, as shared by his wife Jackie in her heartfelt message, reflects the deep bond he fostered within our community. Your generosity through the GoFundMe campaign and your unwavering support provided immense comfort to Steve and Jackie during an incredibly difficult time.

We join Jackie in expressing gratitude for the love and compassion you’ve shown, which exemplified the true spirit of our MG Car Club family. Steve’s legacy will live on in the connections he nurtured and the joy he brought to our gatherings.

Funeral services are planned for Monday, July 21st. We will share details as they become available. In the meantime, let us honor Steve’s memory by continuing to embody the community spirit he so deeply valued.

With heartfelt condolences,

The Houston MG Car Club

One of our Members has been coping with a life-changing medical challenge.  Steve Session and his wife Jackie are amazing in how they have responded.  Steve was elected to our Board of Directors and was selected to be its Chairman.  This recent note from Steve and Jackie speaks for itself:

Our Dearest Family and Friends 

Your kindness, generosity, and unwavering support have lifted us in ways we will never, ever forget.

This GoFundMe campaign organized by the MG Car Club that you are supporting will provide a great level of financial relief and support. You’ve helped ease a tremendous burden, and in doing so, you’ve allowed us to focus more fully on healing, recovery, and just being together throughout Steve’s battle with brain cancer.

Our Facebook family and friends, and the MG Car Club Family, have always meant a great deal to Steve & me, and now we truly understand the deep strength of the bond we share. We are humbled, grateful, and deeply moved.

Please know that your kindness will forever be etched in our hearts. Thank you for showing us what community, love, and support really look like.

With love, and our deepest appreciation!

Thank you,
Steve & Jackie Session