Upcoming Events 
Brassy & Sassy Red Hatters, Chapter #67248 of Valrico FL was organized in 2006. We are a group of women that worked together looking to socialize outside of work and have fun. Mission accomplished.
Our chapter is open to both Red (50 years and older) and Pink Hatters (21 to 49 years old). We would welcome new members who share the same objectives and interests of our membership. Acceptance requires approval by all voting Sisters. If anyone is interested you can contact us by email at cbsredhatter@aol.com.
We meet once a month as a chapter and participate in other Red Hat Events planned in the area.
Live, Laugh, Love
Remember there are no “Rules”
About Red Hat Society
Our Exalted Queen Mother is Sue Ellen Cooper.
Who We Are:
A global Society of women approaching the age of 50 and beyond that connects, supports and encourages women in their pursuit of Fun, Friendship, Freedom, Fulfillment and Fitness. By maintaining a thriving social networking community and offering a variety of services and group experiences, the Red Hat Society revitalizes its Members, helping them attain renewed confidence, pride and enthusiasm for life. RHS Members wear full regalia that includes distinctive red hats and purple outfits if you are 50 or older, pink hats and lavender outfits if you are under 50.
Our mission is to connect like-minded women around the world and to encourage them to have fun together. We are a vivacious society of women who celebrate life. Along the way, we develop strong bonds and caring friendships–at the same time raising the respect and visibility of women who are entering their next stage in life.
How It Started:
It began with a simple gift. Sue Ellen Cooper gave a dear friend a copy of a poem encouraging women to don a red hat and purple outfit in the face of getting older. She also gave the friend a bright red fedora to celebrate the friend’s 55th birthday in November 1997. The Red Hat Society officially formed April 25, 1998 when Sue Ellen Cooper and a group of five friends, known as The Founding Chapter of Fullerton, California, dressed in purple clothing and red hats and met for afternoon tea. Word quickly spread of these outings after a story appeared in Romantic Homes in July 2000. Since then, hundreds of articles have been published in regional newspapers and national magazines such as Good Housekeeping and Women’s Day. Sue Ellen Cooper never set out to ignite an international phenomenon. She simply wanted to share her light-hearted attitude toward aging with a few girlfriends. In response to national news coverage, the Red Hat Society exploded.
Stats:
- Approximately 20,000 chapters exist in all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 30 foreign countries.
- It is estimated that each chapter averages 20-25 members.
- The Red Hat Society is made up of a diverse network of women including working women and retirees, grandmothers, golfers, attorneys, teachers, Olympians and entertainers.