News and Notes
Stories, updates, and happenings from members and Hatquarters.
She Changes Everything: A Sisterhood That Changed My Life
By Queen Mum Ambassador Majestic Opal There are moments in life when a simple idea becomes something far greater than we ever imagined. For me, that moment came in 2024 when I started the Red Hat Society chapter, She Changes Everything in…
- Hatter Happenings
Why Knot? Red Hot Sistahs Get Married to Fun!
On July 19, 2026, eight fabulous members of the St. Louis Arch and Metro East Queens Council gathered in St. Louis, Missouri, for an unforgettable celebration called Why Knot? Hosted by the Red Hot Sistahs, the event featured a bridal…
- Hatter Happenings
Steeped in History: Afternoon Tea at Lynde House Museum
There is something special about sharing afternoon tea in a house that has stood for more than two centuries. For the Happy Red Hatters of Oshawa, Ontario, a visit to Lynde House Museum in Whitby offered the perfect blend of tea, history…
- Hatter Happenings
Member Led Society
We are committed to creating new ways for members to lead and shape the future of our sisterhood. Here are a few opportunities to get involved:
- From Hatquarters
HOOT Day 2026
If there is one thing Red Hatters know how to do, it’s celebrate. On June 13, 2026, members around the world celebrated Worldwide HOOT Day, proving once again that no one celebrates friendship, fun, and fabulous hats quite like the Red Hat…
- Hatter Happenings
Gutsy Gal on the Go
For many Red Hatters, the adventure begins when they arrive at an event. For Linda Bougeant of New Mexico, the adventure begins the moment she turns the key in the ignition. A seasoned solo traveler with countless miles behind her, Linda…
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Honoring Our Freedom Fighters
Exerpt from the RHS podcast interview with Sue Nicholson For our 2017 Hatter of the Year, Sue Nicholson, volunteering with Honor Flight is more than an act of service. It is a heartfelt way to honor the sacrifices made by the men and women…
- Hatter Happenings
No Hats, No Photos, No Problem!
Ten members of the Northern Lights chapter of the Red Hat Society, accompanied by four friends and spouses, recently traded their signature hats for headsets and embarked on a fascinating tour of the Amazon Fulfillment Centre in Brampton…
- Hatter Happenings
Queen of the Month Spotlight- Queen Rowdy Red: Finding Joy, Friendship, and Purpose
Queen Rowdy Red’s life has been anything but ordinary. A Queen of the Purple Angels of Azle, Founding Retired Queen of the Northwest Texas Queens’ Council, and Founding Queen of the Crowned Gems of Texas Queens’ Council, she has spent a…
- Queens' Corner
Gentle Strength for Caregivers
This gentle movement session focuses on strengthening and supporting the areas of the body most often impacted by caregiving and daily responsibilities, especially the back, shoulders, and wrists. Incorporate slow, controlled movements…
- Health and Fitness
Magic Wand Lapel Pins
Celebrate the idea that every woman carries her own kind of “magic.” Using wooden dowels, star shapes cut from gold cardstock, and red or lavender ribbons, members can create whimsical wand-inspired lapel pins. Encourage personalization by…
- Ways to Play
Letters of Gratitude Night
Create an intimate and reflective evening centered around appreciation. Provide beautiful stationery and encourage members to write letters to women who have made a lasting impact on their lives. These can be letters to mothers, sisters…
- Ways to Play
