HaTpenings 2004

December 2004

2

The Hat Ladies forth annual shopping spree at Historic Charleston Foundation stores, 105 King and 108 Meeting

4

The Hat Ladies monthly Luncheon at Magnolias

8

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

12

The Hat Ladies Teddy Bear Tea with their "Hat Ladies in Training" (daughters/granddaughters) at Charleston Place

17

The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), Mills House, 5-7:00

22

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

November 2004

6

The Hat Ladies monthly Luncheon at Magnolias

8

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

19

The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), Charleston Harbor Gallery, 108 N. Market, 5-8:00

22

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

October 2004

2

The Hat Ladies do High Tea at  Charleston Place

3

The Hat Ladies volunteer for and participate in Buddy Walk raising awareness for Down Syndrome

12-16

Grace's Fall Collection of hats at Chuma African American Gallery

13

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

14

Opening Reception of Carol McGill's Solo Art Exhibition: "Along the Way"

14

"An Evening with Lowcountry Authors," with proceeds benefiting "Outfitted for Work"

15

All day shopping spree at Handcrafted Gifts of Charleston followed by The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), Mills House Hotel

21

The Hat Ladies attend fundraiser at the Artists' Loft Gallery & Studio, Mt. Pleasant, in support of "Ready About," a non-profit that gives women a safe harbor after the effects of trauma from domestic abuse

23

The Hat Ladies walk as a Team in the Race for the Cure

23

The Hat Ladies join the ladies of St. Andrew's Episcopal Mission in their "Elegant Fall Preview of Hats"

27

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

29

The Hat Ladies annual Halloween visit to St. Matthews Church Adult Day Care Program

September 2004

11

The Hat Ladies celebrate their third anniversary and honor 9-1-1 at The Officers' Club of The Air Force Base.  Hat Lady Colonel Hedy Pinkerton, Assistant Commandant for Administration and Coeducatoin at The Citadel, guest speaker along with female cadets

13

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

17

The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), Mills House Hotel

19

The Hat Ladies Gently-Used Hat Sale at Consigning Women

27

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

August 2004

7

The Hat Ladies monthly Luncheon at Poogan's Porch

11

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

13

Grand opening of The Uncommon Art Gallery, featuring works by Hat Lady Pat Gallahorn

20

The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), R.B's on Shem Creek

21

The Hat Ladies of The North Shore Promenade

24

The Hat Ladies private Tour of James and Johns Islands, compliments of Gullah Tours,www.gullahtours.com

25

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

28

The Hat Ladies private tour of Ravenell and Whistler Exhibits at The Gibbes Museum, led by Hat Lady

July 2004

10

The Hat Ladies  invited to The Gibbes Museum to view the Jonathan Green Exhibit (featuring ladies in hats) and enjoy a special performance of The Columbia Ballet

12

The Hat Ladies Hat Project  for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

16

The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), at R.B.'s, Shem Creek

21

The Hat Ladies private evening at The Spa at Charleston Place

26

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

28

The Hat Ladies Fashion Show with members of the Congregation of St. Peters AME Church

June 2004

2

The Hat Ladies honored at The Medical University of South Carolina's Volunteer Recognition Program for their Hat Decorating Project

6

The Hat Ladies of Lycoming County Promenade in Williamsport, PA

9

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

17

The Hat Ladies as guests at The King Street Antique Mall, 459 King Street

18

The Hat Ladies Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration), The Mills House Hotel

23

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

24

Skirt! Magazine Reception in honor of its 10th Anniversary; special guests:  The Ten Women of the Year (including Top Hat, Archie Burkel)

29

Top Hat Archie and Hat Lady Liz (School to Work Coordinator at Garrett Academy) speak at the 2004 Education and Business Summit, "Hat Ladies' Connection"

May 2004

1

Special May and Kentucky Derby Day Celebration

5

The Hat Ladies head to Belks for their Waterford Breakfast and demonstration of the art of glass cutting and the history of Waterford Crystal

5

The Hat Ladies support Habitat for Humanity's Fundraiser, "Homes for Houses"

6

The Hat Ladies present  2nd Annual Hat Ladies Scholarship to a graduating senior girl at Garrett Academy who personifies our ideals

7

The Hat Ladies invited to "Dress a Mannequin 2004," Outfitted for Work's Annual Fund Raiser; Renaissance Charleston Hotel

8

The Hat Ladies' Third Annual "Mother's Day" Luncheon honoring mothers, sisters, girlfriends, women and recognizing outstanding volunteers; Charleston Place Hotel

10

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

12

The Hat Ladies bring cheer and hats to residents at The Trinity Mission Assisted Living of Charleston

13

Top Hat Archie addresses the Garden Club of Lawton Bluff

15

The Hat Ladies work on Habitat for Humanity home

21

Monthly Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration)

21

The Hat Ladies help with the Charleston County Schools "Hats Off to our Volunteers" Award Night (with gifts, food, and invitations supplied by The Garrett Academy, recipient of The Hat Ladies Monetary Award)

24

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

April 2004

3

The Hat Ladies as docents at the Charleston Symphony Designer Showhouse            

10

Third Annual Hat Ladies Easter Promenade; 11:00 from Four Corners of Law, East on Broad, South on East Bay to Palmer Home Bed and Breakfast, 5 East Battery; followed by buffet at Charleston Place

13

The Hat Ladies bring Easter cheer to The Sandpiper Convalescent Home

14

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

16

Monthly Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration)

22

The Hat Ladies show their support when Top Hat Archie is a "Celebrity Sales Associate" at the Saks Fifth Avenue Shopping Event, benefiting "From Darkness to Light."

23

The Hat Ladies are invited to The Council of Garden Clubs of Greater Charleston "Spring Hat Tea and Table Setting Extravaganza"

25

"The Hat" Exhibit arrives at the Charleston Museum; The Hat Ladies first do brunch at Mistral Restaurant, then head over to see it

28

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

29

The Hat Ladies support The Center for Women's Third Annual Purse Auction thru their creations and attendance

March 2004

4

The Hat Ladies of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania enjoy a special day in Charleston thanks to Charleston Strolls Touring Company, Palmetto Carriage, The Waterfront Gallery on East Bay, and Didi Designs in the Market.

5

Private wine and cheese reception featuring  Grace's Hats at Chuma's African American Gallery, in honor of The Hat Ladies of Lycoming County's visit to Charleston; 5:00-7:00

6

Special Monthly Luncheon, including Ladies from The Hat Ladies of Lycoming County cHApTer, with fashion show from Affordables; Renaissance Hotel

8

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

19

Monthly Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration)

21

The Hat Ladies as docents on Anson Street for Historic Charleston Foundation Spring Tour of Homes and Gardens

22

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

24

The Hat Ladies as docents on Anson Street for Historic Charleston Foundation Spring Tour of Homes and Gardens

February 2004

7

Monthly Meet and Eat at Magnolia's followed by Gullah Tour; www.gullahtours.com

11

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

13

The Hat Ladies share love and their love of hats in the month of "love" with the residents of Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community

15

Jazz Brunch, then to The Charleston Museum for the "Purse" exhibit

20

Monthly Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration)

25

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

29

The Hat Ladies "Strike Out Against Violence Against Women" in an afternoon of bowling, with proceeds going to The Center for Women, My Sister's House, and other Zonta Foundation charities

January 2004

3

Monthly Meet and Eat.  The Hat Ladies honor the month of Martin Luther King's birth at Gullah Cuisine.  Hat Lady Priscilla Robinson, who was part of the Civil Rights Movement and met Dr. King, guest speaker

12

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

16

Monthly Hatpy Hour (and Hatpy Birthday celebration)

17

The Hat Ladies invited to The Jane Austen Birthday Tea

22

The Hat Ladies Third Annual Luncheon at Garrett Academy, recipient of The Hat Ladies Monetary Award

26

The Hat Ladies Hat Project for children at The Medical University of South Carolina

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