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Dear Hatters,
My neighborhood is "old," at least by California standards. Those of you who live in Europe and many other parts of the world will probably have to smile when you read that homes in my area date back "all the way" to the 1920's and 30's. You're used to homes and public buildings that are centuries old. But, as you know, everything is relative.
I walk my dog around this neighborhood almost every single day. Our route may vary, but, since there's only so far you can go in 30 – 40 minutes, we pass the same houses with great regularity. They were old when we moved in, but they've continued to age in the course of the 16 years we have lived here. Driveways and walls continue to crack, paint continues to peel, roofs continue to shed shingles.
And, judging from all the trucks I see parked at the curbs, houses require other multiple repairs (such as plumbing and electrical) not so readily obvious to the casual observer. Time does take its toll, and it's foolish to deny it.
But it's an eclectic neighborhood. Most of the homes are well kept and houses in this area still sell quite readily. For many, the charm of the older homes outweighs their age. The mature trees and gracious feeling that an older, established neighborhood offers are attractive to many.
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Monday September 6th is Labor Day, and Hatquarters will be closed in observance of the holiday. We will be in the office again at 8am Pacific Time on Tuesday!
Hatter Happenings
A Terrific Tea Party
Red Hatters never let a grey day dampen their spirits! Queen Lucy Kidwell writes, "On a day which saw gray skies and rain, the color red ruled inside my home! The occasion was a tea party for my Red Hat Chapter, 'Classy & Glamorous Diva's' (Lexington, Kentucky, United States). We like to wear Red Hats, encourage fun, friendship, fulfillment, and fitness for women approaching the age of fifty and beyond. At the party we enjoyed savories, scones, and sweets, and had a teacup exchange. We discussed our monthly meeting and planned our activities for the rest of the year. It was a great day of red hatting!" It's hard to beat a classic tea party!
Coming Events
London New Year's Day Parade
London, EnglandDecember 28, 2010-January 4, 2011
Did you know that this could be the last time we celebrate the New Year in London? Yes, it's true!
This is your year to get involved! We know that some of you have wanted to go, but for one reason or another, just haven't been able to make it happen. Don't wait any longer! This year is OUR year to celebrate together, experiencing this incredible event as Sisters! Don't forget, you don't have to come by yourself. This is the ONLY event that spouses, family, and friends are welcome to attend. Join us today!
This is the last month to register for this fabulous trip!
All Red and Pink Hatters are invited to join us for this momentous event! We invite Hatters from all over the world to flock to London and bring their friends and family! Join us today!
The Big Easy Bash
New Orleans, LouisianaAugust 18-20, 2011
Announcing the 2011 Red Hat Society International Convention! We'll be rolling on the river down to one of the most colorful cities in the world: New Orleans! It's been our dream to hold a convention in this spectacular location for years, and now that dream is coming true!
The Hilton New Orleans Riverside hotel is now taking reservations for this spectacular event! You must be registered to attend The Big Easy Bash before reserving your room. Once you have registered, call the Hilton New Orleans Riverside directly at 504-584-3959 and use the code "RHS" to get the exclusive Red Hat Society rate ($99 per day for the convention dates. You may add up to 3 days prior to and 3 days after the convention dates at the same rate, while space is available)! Make sure to have your convention registration number at hand when you call the hotel!
Sign up today, and we'll see you there for the party of the year!
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Hatquarters News
Invite A Friend and Win!
You can be a winner, too! We've just kicked off the next Invite-A-Friend Contest, and the prize is spectacular! Invite a friend to join the RHS for a chance to win a FREE full registration (a $425 value) to the 2011 Big Easy Bash International Convention to be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, for both of you! This contest runs from August 1, 2010 through June 15, 2011.
NOTE: To be entered into the contest give the new member who is referred your MEMBER ID NUMBER (not your chapter number) to use at the time of her registration. Print out the handy Referral Cards from the RHS website to make it easy to share your Member ID Number! Good Luck!
For the full details on this fabulous contest, click here!
What's In It For Me?
There are some fantastic "goodies" in your membership! We wanted to make sure you knew about them...enjoy!
Did you know that your Red Hat Society Membership entitles you to a permanent 10% discount on every order from the Official Red Hat Society Store? You get great deals on hats, kazoos, cards, and everything else in the Store! The only thing more fun than shopping is shopping with discounts!
This is just one benefit to RHS Supporting Membership: watch this section for more!
Click here for more Membership Beneftis!
Share Your Sweets and Win!
Announcing: a fabulous new photo contest! Post a picture of yourself with your favorite Red Hat Society themed dessert and description of the dessert. The winner will receive a beautiful limited edition collectible Red Hat Society scrapbook, perfect for preserving the memories of all your adventures! Your whole chapter can submit a photo, or you can create one on your own! Don't be shy: submit as many photos as you want! Get creative, get artistic, and get involved! This contest runs until the end of September, so start planning now! For full details, click here.
A Grand Value!
GRAND Magazine, the Online Magazine for Grandparents is now FREE to RHS members (regular price $19.95).
This amazing benefit includes 24 fun interactive issues delivered to your inbox plus archives, games, contests, and a great place to show off your grandkids! GRAND is a real magazine for today's grandparents, delivered to your inbox instead of your mailbox. One click to open it and you're in! Click here to get your first issue
Collectibles being offered to Members
During the months of September and October you may see a special mailer in your mailbox for official Red Hat Society pins, or the leather bound version of "Fun and Friendship after Fifty!" They programs are being offered to you by MBI, an official licensee. Both are a tribute to our lasting legacy!
