Monday, April 1, 2019

April Newsletter - Glitzy Chicks and Diamond Divas

🎕🎕 Glitzy Chicks and Diamond Divas April Newsletter🎕🎕


Wishing A Very Happy Birthday to our Birthday Girl this Month

                                   Pat Montgomery - April 9th

 We hope your birthday this year is just the beginning of a year of happiness and wonderful memories.
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At our recent Diamond Diva breakfast on 3/23 many upcoming Red Hat and Black Hat events were talked about and are planned. Some events listed below are already posted in the newsletter or an email flyer was sent to you, but many are new events for you to think about attending. More details on each event will be included in the April Newsletter.

We thought a Calendar Event List (below) would be a quick reference for you to check against your calendars to see if these dates and events are something you want to do. If you have any questions, please let me know.

Dates on Upcoming Events

4/7   - Dine and Divine - The Hyde Museum and Lunch at the Log Jam Restaurant (flyer has already gone out)  - Black Hat  

4/13   American Legion Fashion show and luncheon (some of us have purchased tickets to attend - information is posted in the newsletter on how to purchase tickets)Red Hat 

MAY _ Chucky is currently working on a Feast and Flick” Diner at Turf Tavern and a movie at Scotia Cinema TTBA.  This will be mid-week evening She will be in contact with Scotia Cinema to try to get heads up on April May movies.  More news to follow on this event.

5/3     Red Hat Shop-A -Rama with vendors at the Hilton in Clifton Park

5/5     42nd Street - Musical and Dinner after the show - Black Hat

5/28-5/30 Red Hats at the Beach, Cape May, NJ  

6/8     The Glove Museum and Grapevine Farms Bistro    Black Hat

6/20   Laura Roth Show  - Red Hat

6/22   Peace Pagoda & Bird Sanctuary in Grafton & Lunch at Man of Kent - Red Hat (more information will follow)

6/25   Dinner at Armando's  Restaurant - Black Hat (more info to follow)


7/20   Day at VIcky's Camp  -(Tentative) Red Hat 
9/6-9/10 - Franciscan Guest House ( information is listed below)
10/11-10/13 Red Hat Runaway Weekend, Wyomissing, PA 
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Mardi Gras 2019

As many of you know, the Black Hat Diamond Diva Mardi Gras Celebration on Fat Tuesday was a great success.  Janet and Sue did a marvelous job of hosting and preparing for this event.  Kudos Thank you goes out to Janet and Sue!!
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April 7th - Sunday
The Diamond Divas invite you to Dine and Visit the Divine! 

Enjoy a luncheon at the ever favorite The Log Jam Restaurant"
Exit 21, Rt 9, Lake George
We win arrive at 11:30 when they open
The will give us separate checks and add the gratuity to the bin
After lunch
Please join us for an afternoon to view at our own pace, the Divine and spectacular
Art Conection at -The Hyde Museum
Exit 18, 161 Warren St, Glens Fans
Sunday hours are Noon to 5:00 pin
Admission for seniors is 10.00. You will pay at the door.  We will each go through the museum at our own pace rather than as a group.
The collection being presented among many other artists on display as Rembrandt and Picasso . . .
A Magical World: The Aft of Jacob Houston
Greenwich (Washington County) native Jacob  Houston  has charmed audiences thoughout the Northeast with  his idyllic  land-  and cityscapes and detailed glimpses  into everyday  life.  With  bright colors and enamel-like scenes, he romanticizes the places he travels,  re-creating the world as  he sees it - full of joy,  wonder,  and beauty.
Houston's artwork has been exhibited throughout the  region,  at LARAC's Lapham Gallery,  Saratoga Arts Center,  Washington County Farm Museum,  Green  Bridge Gallery,  Historic Salem Courthouse,  and Southern Vermont Arts Center.    His  reach extends  into Vermont and  Massachusetts and,  increasingly,  New York City. He  has twice been  included in the National Society Of Casein & Acrylic Painters' exhibit on at Salmaaundi Club  in  Manhattan.
For your entertainment, there are several places to stop before/ after lunch or the museum.  The very popular designer outlets next door to the Log Jam open at 10:00 am on Sunday's. Also, there are several antique and consignment shops in the area.
RSVP to Chucky @ Kathy.liska@northenrivers.org or 518-728-1318, Adrienne Birchler, , 
518-452-0618 adrienne.birchler@icloud.com  or Linnie Pflieger,lmpflieger@gmail.com 518-355-3334

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APRIL 13th  American Legion Post 1450 
Fashion Show and Luncheon  _ 

Spring Fling Fashion Show and Luncheon event is coming up in April.  Susan Carmack will be one of the models in the show!

Sounds like a fun way to spend an afternoon together and also support this fundraiser that will help our veterans and other charities in our community.  Not mention, watching Susan strut her stuff modeling the fashions from the Loft. 

Our Chapter will be celebrating an early National Red Hat Day while attending . Please wear your Red Hat attire to the luncheon and fashion show. 

Date:  April 13th 

Location: American Legion- 275 Grooms Road, Halfmoon, NY

Time: Noon - ( the Doors open at 11:30 )  RED HAT

Cost: $30.00
Includes hot lunch, fashion show( Fashions from the Loft) silent auction, raffles door prizes, select vendors and more!  

Luncheon Selections are:( please choose one)

Stuffed Breast of Chicken
Vegetable Lasagna
Stuffed Filet of Sole
Green Beans
Twice Baked Potato
Tossed Salad with House Dressing
Rolls and Butter
Coffee, Tea and Soda
Dessert

Tickets need to be purchased at the American Legion.  Deadline was March 29th.

For more information please call Pat at 518-371-5292
I hope you are able to attend!
Linnie

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               Save the Date:            
FOR A RED HAT “SHOP-A-RAMA”
Friday May 3rd, 2019
THE QUEENS COUNCIL OF UPSTATE NEW YORK (Red Hats)
Will Host this shopping event at the:

HILTON GARDEN INN CLIFTON PARK
30 CLIFTON COUNTRY ROAD, CLIFTON PARK, NY

FEATURING THE FASHIONS AND JEWELRY BY:

MIKE CARTER OF “JOLENE FASHION” (complete line of clothing & accessories)
&
DIANE WIEBOLDT OF “RED HAT REGALIA” (lots of bling, hats & fascinators)

SHOPPING HOURS WILL BE FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.

“TELL ALL YOUR RED HAT FRIENDS THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY THAT THEY WILL NOT WANT TO MISS.”

This is a chance that you can’t pass up so don’t miss this opportunity.


Tell all your fellow Red Hatters. Let’s make this a real shopping experience and let’s show Mike & Diane what New York Red Hatters are all about.

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UPDATE

Hi  Diamond Divas

Gayle asked that I let you know that she has only 4 tickets left for this show.  It is almost sold out so if you are interested in attending please let Gayle know by tomorrow so she can hold your ticket.  info on the event is listed below.

Gayle’s email address is carhidegayle@gmail.com and her phone number is 518-703-0080 if you want to contact her directly.   Make Checks out to Gayle Carhide.
Thank you
Linnie


May 5th -  42nd Street -  A Musical  Production

Broadway hopeful, Peggy Sawyer, arrives in NYC armed with her tap shoes and big dreams of starring on Broadway. Does she have what it takes to make those dreams a reality?  Filled with crowd-pleasing tap dance and ensemble numbers like “Lullaby of Broadway” and “we’re in the Money”, 42nd Street is sure to be fun entertainment for all to enjoy.

Place :  Schenectady Light Opera Theatre - 427 Franklin St, Schenectady, NY

Cost:    23.00

Time:  1:15 pm  - Please plan on being in the parking lot at the Schenectady Light Opera by 1:15 as we are meeting the cast and getting our picture taken with them at 1:20! 

What a perfect way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo Day by getting together to enjoy this musical and later, enjoying dinner at Tops Diner in Rotterdam. (separate checks) 
Gayle Carhide is the organizer for this event and has contacted the light opera theatre to reserve a block of tickets. She asked that we wear our Black and Bling and Black hats that we will remove when the show begins. 



This is Gayle’s first event she has researched, reserved a block of tickets and organized this event for us, I hope you are able to join us.  Thank you Gayle!

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MAY 11th – Taste of Troy Food Tour  sold out

Judy Pinto found a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon getting our  cardio steps in and enjoying some yummy tasting at the same time!  


Rediscover this 200 year old gem of a city as you experience the vibrant culinary scene surrounding Troy's year round Rediscover this 200 year old gem of a city as you experience the vibrant culinary scene surrounding Troy's year round Farmers' Market

Ticket Price - $55.00 -to purchase your own tour ticket online the website is info@tasteoftroyfoodtours.com  Or call 518-303-5034

Place:  Meet your tour guide alongside of Psychedelicatessan, 275 River Street, two blocks from the parking garage and diagonally across from Monument Square.
We meet outside our first taste stop, 275 River Street, Troy.  Our Central Troy Historic District Food Tour is a leisurely 3 hour, 1.5 mile walk with frequent refreshing and informative stops along the way, so it’s suited for most ages and fitness levels.  We end at the Troy Waterfront Farmer’s Market, with plenty of time for you to shop and explore the 80+ vendors. Let your culinary adventure begin!
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10th ANNUAL RED HATS AT THE BEACH

"FEELING GROOVY"
WILDWOOD, NEW JERSEY
3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS
MAY 28 - 30, 2019
PACKAGE PRICE...…$319.00 /ppdbl.
Package Includes:
*2 NIGHTS DELUXE ACCOMMODATIONS AT THE BEAUTIFUL PORT ROYAL RESORT HOTEL

*1 FULL BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL
*1 CHAMPAGNE PAJAMA BRUNCH WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

* 2 AMAZING DINNERS INCLUDING :
-THE FAMED GALA EVENT AT THE WILDWOOD CONVENTION CENTER with Dinner, Dancing , Prizes and lots of fun
(The Ladies Dress to Impress at this event and they go ALL OUT! Wear your most creative, sexy, funny 1960's Fashion)

-Dinner at the Elegant Aleathea's Restaurant in Cape May with Live Entertainment

*WELCOME RECEPTION WITH LIGHT SNACKS, WINE, & LIVE ENTERTAINEMNT

*BOARDWALK TRAM CAR RIDE WITH
ICE CREAM CONE

*VISIT TO VICTORIAN CAPE MAY, NJ

*FREE TIME BY THE POOL

*ALL TAXES AND MEAL GRATUITIES INCLUDED


**Important**
We are limited to 80 Rooms at the Hotel and we will sell out Very Fast as we always do. Make your Reservations today!
We will have a waiting list as soon as we sell out.

CALL TERI TODAY
SENIOR EXCURSIONS
1-888-358-9880
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The Black Hat Diamond Divas will be visiting Grapevine Farms Bistro 
and the Glove Museum!

Date:   June 8 

Time:  10:30am

Place:  Grapevine Farms – Cobleskill _- Breakfast/lunch and then on to the Glove Museum for a tour.

It will be a time to celebrate the month of June with a road trip to Cobleskill and then on to Dorloo, NY!
We will enjoy a leisurely breakfast/lunch at Grapevine Farms, ordering what our taste buds desire from the menu (separate checks) and then depart to arrive at the Glove Museum for our tour.
The Glove Museum is America’s only free standing Glove Museum.  The museum is located in Dorloo, New York, which is a small hamlet outside of Sharon Springs.  It has on display American’s Master Glove Maker, Daniel Storto designs, Haute Couture and the Museum of Art in New York City as well as the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto.  The museum has a vast collection of vintage gloves and glove-related acquisitions.

Our tour guide will be Daniel Storto and will take about two hours, Daniel will answer any questions we might have during the tour. A converted Sunday school classroom serves as Mr. Storto’s worshop and there are pews still in place for seating if needed, during the tour.

There will also time for us to do some shopping in the museum gift shop after the tour.  Everything on display is made on the premises by Daniel.  There will be an opportunity to purchase gloves and other accessories during our visit.
Cost of  Museum Tour: Free  (donations would be appreciated)

I hope this sounds fun and interesting to you. If you plan to attend, please call or email me by April 15th. My email is lmpflieger@gmail.com and my number is (H) 355-3334 or (c) 727-4380.



JUNE 20TH ,2019
A Note From Betty Parker
Hi Ladies,
If you would like to attend this show listed below,  please call me at 518-357-8069 to reserve your spot for the show. We are trying to make this a “Red Hat Day” so please talk to your ladies and let’s see if we can fill up the ball room at the Georgian on Thursday June 20th to see the show.
The cost of the show is $48.00 (includes show, lunch, tax and tip). Please make checks payable to: Spindle City Divas and mail them to me: Betty Parker, 2 Colina Lane, Clifton Park, NY 12065. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at 518-357-8069
LaToya, the manager at the Georgian, has asked that we handle all the reservations and just pay the Georgian with one check.
   
Laura Roth - At the Georgian on Lake George

Georgian Resort Luncheon and Laura Roth Show Thursday, June 20, 2019 
at Georgian Lakeside Resort & Conference Center 384 Canada Street | Lake George, NY 12845 | 518-668-5401 Ext 100, Ext 362 | 

New! 2019 Show – Laura Roth presents The Women Who Rocked the 1960s! Four of the greats female performers ever to play Las Vegas! Featuring, in vintage costuming and singing their super-hits: and more! Laura Roth, brings her unique mixture of Vegas Shows to the Georgian for 2019 Laura Roth

Luncheon Shows Arrival 11:30AM, 

Luncheon 12:00 Noon

Show 1PM Luncheon

Cost- $48.00 per person

Menu Duet Chicken and Beef Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetable Apple crisp, Coffee, Tea, Ice Water, Iced Tea  Please contact Betty Parker if you want to attend.

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September 2019 - During our breakfast meeting this morning, Judy shared with us a place she and Pat visited last year in Maine.  It is called the Franciscan Guest House.  They really had a wonderful time and thought members of our group would also be interested in staying there.
After a discussion on what months would be good, September was chosen. Several ladies are planning to go on this adventure during 9/6-9/10. Some will be staying two days and some have decided they will be staying three in order to take in some sightseeing.  The rates are lower and much of the summer vacationers to Maine will be gone for home.  If you are interested in attending please contact the Franciscan guest house directly.  We wanted to forward this information on to you in case you are interested in going.  This info will also be posted in the April newsletter on the blog.
Franciscan Guest House, Kennebunk Beach , Maine
The above website goes into great detail on the guest house and room information and rates.  Below, is a brief snapshot of the hotel.
Welcome to the Franciscan Guest House – a simple affordable public hotel near Kennebunkport Maine
With many Kennebunkport hotels to choose from, our guests return to the Guest House year after year for many reasons.
Affordable – We offer affordable rates for visitors looking for inexpensive and modest accommodations near Kennebunkport Maine and Kennebunk Beach.
Location – We are only 1100 feet from the start of to things to do: Kennebunkport village, Dock Square, lovely shops, fine dining, casual restaurants, whale watching tours, kayak rentals. We are about a half mile walk to beautiful sandy Kennebunk beach, and 10 to 60 minutes driving of famous outlet stores, and state parks. 
A good place to relax – Simple, plain accommodations without a lot of hustle and bustle of a resort We are as relaxing as a bed and breakfast with in room amenities to provide the comforts of home.
A little bit of Lithuania in Maine – In keeping with the owners Lithuanian heritage, taste homemade breads for breakfast and learn a few words in Lithuanian from our Lithuanian summer staff and Lithuanian guests.
Surrounded by beauty – Enjoy the tree lined walk to the beach, the riverside paths and resting spots, and the Frederick Law Olmsted Bros designed grounds at the nearby  Franciscan Monastery.


Transportation:  We are about 90 minutes by car from Boston! – And only about 40 minutes from the Portland Jetport and 15 minutes to the Well’s Maine Amtrak station.

Out of State Red Hat Society Event
17th  Annual Red Hat Runaway
October 11th, 12th, & 13th 2019
to be held at Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resorts
1741 Papermill Rd., Wyomissing, PA 19610
Vintage Hollywood
Hosted by the R.E.D. Hat Girlfriends


We are excited to greet you on this Friday afternoon -October 11th  in the hotel lobby where we will  welcome and assist you with your registration.
Shopping will be available at this time in the Wyomissing Room. Maybe a little bling is required, or  how about that new hat. There will be a little something for everyone.
Friday evening we will have cocktails and hors d’oeuvres prior to our Buffet Dinner.
 This evening entertainment will be provided by Robin Fox comedian extraodinaire.

Ladies there will be a Door Decorating Contest, Chinese Auction for Baskets, Special Tickets for a hand made Quilt. A chance to win the 50/50 . For a small fee  ($10) we are also offering Bingo.

Saturday we have  an optional pajama breakfast, more shoppingBuffet Breakfast. A Boxed lunch will be provided. Please attend our evening  event dressed in our  finest Red Hat colors and /or as your favorite Vintage Hollywood actress. Prior to our  plated dinner come and enjoy  cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while listening to the music of Good Foot.

Sunday we have a buffet breakfast. At this time we will announce the Door contest winner, the Chinese Auction,a few announcments, and a Grand au revoir.

So if we have piqued your interest, please see page 2 for the finer details. Oh, I almost forgot to mention.....the R.E.D. Hat Girlfriends will be handling all your reservations for you. So you don’t need to bother  yourself with the hotel. Your $45.00  non-refundable  registration fee will get you booked into the Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resorts. If you have any questions, please email me at:
                        reginarunaway@yahoo.com / text me at 484.459.5125

As stated on page one there is a $45.00 non-refundable registration fee.
Please send completed form with a check payable to:  Regina Tinari -   1336 Olive St.  
                                                                                                                  Coatesville, PA 19320
The “Runaway weekend” package costs are listed below:

1 Room - 1 Person = $379.24  (each)                  1 Room - 2 People = $271.57 (each)

1 Room - 3 People =  $235.68  (each)                 1 Room - 4 People = $217.74 (each)

If you care to extend your stay the cost is $97.00 + tax per additional night (hotel only)

Boxed Lunch:(NO Substitutes)  All boxed lunches include: Vegetarian Pasta Salad, Potato Chips, Red Delicious Apple, Bottled Water and a Chocolate Chip Cookie and please choose one of the following sandwiches

(A) Chicken Salad on Croissant (B) Tuna Salad on Croissant (C) Smoked Turkey on Multi Grain Baguette

(D) Virginia Baked Ham & Imported Swiss Cheese on Rye  (E) Grilled Vegetable Basil Focaccia
_____________________________________________________________________ The hotel requests that we have everyones name listed per room, so please write each persons name and their choice of sandwich for the boxed lunch. Please make an X for Bingo if you plan to play ($10)
Room #1
Name(S) _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______

               _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______
           
               _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______
                                                               
               _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______
Room #2
Name(S) _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______

               _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______
           
               _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______
                                                              
               _______________________________  Sandwich  (A,B,C,D) ________Bingo: _______  

Ladies if there are any food allergies 0r dietary needs:_________________________________

Chapter Name:________________________________________________________________  

Queen Or Contact :_____________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________               Cell: ____________________  

email address:________________________________

Number of Registrations: _____  Amount: $_________ + Bingo _______= Total Amount $___________
Are you donating a basket ? ______

Check number#___________    Must be received by August 31st, 2019    

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If everyone have any news  or suggestions you would like to share, please email me and I will update the blog and forward out the info via email and mail.  We have a lot of fun events planned and being planned. 

Happy April 1st!
Linnie