News and Notes
Stories, updates, and happenings from members and Hatquarters.
The Hostess Hat Tradition
At the first gathering of a new group or if you’ve never done this before, the Queen would wear a rather plain hat. She passes the hat to the hostess of the next event, who would wear it with some new decorations attached to it. The Hat…
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A Favorite Things Party Idea
Have you heard about a Favorite Things Party ? It sounds so fun! We all have products that we absolutely adore. Have you ever been impressed with a new gadget or swear by a particular brand of red lipstick, and love to tell everyone you…
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Let the festivities begin!
It’s only November 5th - don’t judge! – but Queen Ambassador Patty Stevens of Houston, TX USA, certainly seems to have a knack for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for the upcoming season. It’s wonderful to see a Sister so dedicated…
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Treasures of Happiness
Sunny Mathews of Chesterfield, MO USA Let the treasure of happiness always be with you and all other treasures will automatically come to you. Every day we wake up and make CHOICES. We CHOOSE to pursue an opportunity. We CHOOSE to be…
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REBA MCENTIRE’S BEER CHEESE
McEntire's beer cheese only takes 10 minutes to make, and it would be a perfect appetizer to bring to your next gathering. Use it as a spread or a dip, or eat it right out of the bowl. No judgement here. Here's the recipe, which serves 12…
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QotM - Andrea Franklin - November 2023
There exists in our Society a remarkable woman named Andrea Franklin, widely known as Queen Mum Pearl Magnolia. She lives a vibrant life as a Red Hat Society Queen and Ambassador, embracing the joy of her role. Andrea, a resident of both…
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Flat Ruby & Friends: Still on the Go!
From Queen Margaret Forney Guess what?! Flat Ruby & Friends attended the North Carolina Region 2 Queens Council Gathering in Gastonia, NC USA. She and her friends wished us a Happy 25th Anniversary and made us smile. Check in to The Red…
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Canada Goes Pirate!
The citizens of Port Dover, Canada, woke on September 19th with no idea of what was to come their way! This gathering attracted RHS pirates from far and wide including a special member, Josephine Hill sailing in from Great Britain… we hear…
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From Queen Sunshine Riggs
The Ruby Diamonds Chapter of Pine Ridge Court, MD USA, held a fabulous “Sip & Paint” gathering hosted by our Lady Sassy. Her definition of “lite” refreshments is clearly an understatement! We had so much fun chewing, chatting and enjoying…
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Simply You
We at Hatquarters, love to share the heartfelt messages that we receive from Members such as this one:
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Easy Seasonal Punch
5 minutes – 117 calories – 4 servings This delicious punch recipe combines cranberry and orange juice with soda and a little pop of grenadine for a festive and fun drink. Make it more potent with rum or vodka to taste. 12 ounces Cranberry…
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