Members of A String of Pearls plan cultured Red Hat event

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William D. Lewis | The Vindicator: Members of A String of Pearls, the local chapter of the Red Hat Society, show off their finery in anticipation of the upcoming International Red Hat Day Luncheon on April 20. Seated is Erma Hart, and standing, from left, are Anna Harrell, Tommicean Burney and Audrey Gillian.

YOUNGSTOWN

A String of Pearls, the Youngstown Chapter of the Red Hat Society, will present the Fifth International Red Hat Day Luncheon at 10:30 a.m. April 20 at Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave.

The sit-down luncheon will also feature entertainment, raffle baskets, door prizes, vendors and a 50-50 raffle.

During a “Hattitude Stroll,” women will show off their hats in an attempt to win prizes.

Reservations are necessary by April 11, and tickets cost $25 per person. Contact Erma Hart at 330-759-9331 or e-mail her at harte41@aol.com.

Following are some facts about the society:

A String of Pearls was formed seven years ago.

The chapter has 35 to 45 members.

A String of Pearls has been hosting the International Luncheon for the past seven years. Women from all over Northeast Ohio and Western Pa. attend, and last year there were more than 300.

The women chose Youngstown as the luncheon location because they are proud of their hometown and want others to see the beauty.

The City of Youngstown provides marketing help as well as graphic design and printing of the program.

The Red Hat Society motto is “Enjoy life. Fun after 50.”