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RedHatSociety.com431 S. Acacia Ave. • Fullerton, CA 92831

1-866-386-2850 (U.S.) • 1-714-738-0001 (International)

This convention will be a celebration of epic proportions! Be

a part of a historic birthday celebration, take part in sharing

special messages in video diaries to future Hatters and share in

the magic of the hat with Sisters from around the globe.

We’ll let the good times roll in historic New Orleans, a city

that like us is celebrating a historic anniversary—their 300th

anniversary! Double the celebration will mean double the fun!

Announcing the 2018Red Hat Society

International ConventionAugust 2-5, 2018 • New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

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Let The Good Times Roll • 2018 Red Hat Society International Convention • New Orleans, LA • August 2 - 5, 2018

Forever New Orleans TourCost: $50Time: 1:00 PM Tour Duration: Approximately 3 hours

Our story begins in the area where the French founded New Orleans almost 300 years ago: the historic and charming French Quarter. Originally an Indian trading post located on the banks of the Mississippi, the French sought to establish a port on high grounds near this trading post. Thus was the foundation of this quaint and lovely European city.

At Jackson Square in the heart of French Quarter, site of St. Louis Cathedral, you will see famous landmarks and learn the fascinating history behind our unique city. Next the tour will proceed to City Park and Bayou St. John; you will visit historic St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery, where your escort will explain our unique above-ground burial system.As the tour continues through City Park toward Lake Pontchartrain, the guide will discuss remnants of damage caused by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. This powerful storm breached the protective levee system in New Orleans that caused much of the city to flood.

Heading Uptown, you will travel along picturesque St. Charles Avenue, lined with rows of magnificent mansions and historical oak trees. You will see lavish Garden District homes built by wealthy Americans following the Louisiana Purchase. You will also pass our old Warehouse District, a revitalized area that is home to our Convention Center.As our story ends, you will realize that this incredible city is one of spirit, hope, and rebirth!

INCLUDES:• Deluxe transportation for your exclusive use• City tour encompassing the French Quarter, Lakeview, and Uptown neighborhoods• A stop or pause at an above-ground cemetery• Voucher for coffee and beignets at Morning Call in City Park• All current taxes and gratuities

Dress: RHS comfortable regalia and walking shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen highly recommended.

Travel Back In Time to Oak Alley PlantationCost: $98Time:10:00AMTour Duration: Approximately 6 hours

Experience life as it was lived in Antebellum Louisiana when we visit a magnificent plantation home on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River.

We will visit Oak Alley Plantation, known for its quarter-mile canopy of giant live oak trees, in a most spectacular setting along the Mississippi River. The private estate, dating back to 1803, is a breathtaking Greek Revival-style mansion beautifully situated at the end of a majestic “alley” of 200-year-old live oak trees. Guides will be on hand to provide tours of the restored

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2018, cont.home and ample time will be given for guests to stroll the lovely grounds. After lunch, you will return to your hotel with a true appreciation of Louisiana plantation life and the genteel manner of living for which the South is known.

At Oak Alley, you will enjoy a genteel, Southern-style plantation luncheon. BUFFET MENU

Full Service Salad Bar With Assorted DressingsChicken And Smoked Sausage GumboSoup Du JourCrawfish Étouffée With RiceChicken And Smoked Sausage JambalayaRed Beans And Rice With Cajun Smoked Sausage LinksTwo Vegetables Du JourDinner RollsAssorted DessertsCoffee And Iced Tea

INCLUDES:• Professional Tour escort• Deluxe round-trip transportation • A complete guided tour of Oak Alley Plantation home• Cajun buffet lunch at Oak Alley• All current taxes and gratuities

Dress: RHS comfortable regalia and walking shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen highly recommended.

Food: Buffet Luncheon

Mysteries of Louisiana SwamplandsCost: $60Time: 1:30 PMTour Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours

Join us for an incredible journey into the mysterious swamps and bayous of southern Louisiana. On today’s swamp boat tour, you will be introduced to the interesting history of our Louisiana wetlands and the rich Cajun heritage of the people who inhabit this region.

Today, as your swamp boat travels into the depths of Cajun country, you will hear the tales of the Cajun folks and how they reap the bounty of their surroundings: they trap nutria, mink, otter, and muskrat; they hunt frogs, and alligators; and they fish for catfish and crabs. You will also soon discover the respect and knowledge the Cajun people have for the wildlife and vegetation indigenous to the swamp.

As your swamp boat glides through the waters, gently breaking the tranquility of the ancient bayous, you will see exotic tropical plants and wildlife only found in the Louisiana wetlands.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2018, cont.Majestic herons, nutria, and large turtles sunning themselves on tree stumps are abundant; and, the swamp’s favorite son, the alligator, will be witnessed in its glory, easing quietly through the murky, cypress-shrouded waters of Louisiana.

You will return to your hotel with a true appreciation of the Acadian people and the unique region they call home!

INCLUDES:• Professional New Orleans tour escort• Deluxe transportation • Guided tour to and from the bayou region of southern Louisiana• Guided tour through the marsh area aboard swamp boat (approximately [1 ½] hours)

• All current taxes and gratuities

Dress: RHS comfortable regalia AND walking shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen highly recommended.

Cemetery TourCost: $60Time: 1:00 PMTour Duration: Approximately 3 hours

New Orleans is a city of dichotomies, perhaps best represented in its traditional Catholic heritage and a subculture of Voodoo. Voodoo is a religion brought to New Orleans from West Africa and influenced by refugees from Saint Domingue, today known as Haiti. Our guide will explain the history behind the melding of African and Haitian Voodoo and how this came to gel with Roman Catholicism in New Orleans, along with touring past sites of Voodoo worship.

Your group will be escorted into one of New Orleans’ cemeteries, or “Cities of the Dead.” Because of the climate and soil conditions, New Orleanians have traditionally had to bury their dead above ground since the founding of the city in the 18th century. Marie Laveau, the voodoo priestess, is buried in St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, and her grave is still visited by many Voodoo practitioners.Guests will receive a gris gris bag from “Marie Laveau,” as she explains the beliefs and tales of New Orleans Voodoo. Your personal gris gris bag is Voodoo medicine that may create for good luck, increased business, love, fertility, or your choice of healing need, all within the frame of a Real Creole Voodoo Ritual!

INCLUDES:• Deluxe transportation • Guided tour through two New Orleans cemeteries• Voodoo priestess to present a portion of the tour• Gris gris bag for each participant• All current taxes and gratuities

Dress: RHS comfortable regalia AND walking shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen highly recommended.

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Crescent City Iron ChefCost: $75 Time: 11:00 AMLocation: 41st floor of our host hotel

You may have seen the Food Network’s Iron Chef television series, but have you ever wondered what it would be like to BE in an Iron Chef competition? Move over Bobby Flay, Mario Batali, Masaharu Morimoto, Cat Cora, Jose Garces, Michael Symon, Marc Forgione and Geoffrey Zakarian—the Red (and Pink Hatters) are ready for their shot in this live version* of the hit series led by the hotel’s award winning chef. Participants of this experience will compete in teams as they prepare two of New Orleans signature dishes—Gumbo and Pralines! Limited to 10 groups of 10 participants.

What you can look forward to enjoying (in addition to the competition): Award winning seafood gumboLouisiana tomato salad with sweet onions, blue cheese & sherry vinaigretteMuffuletta pasta salad with peppers, olives, onions and Italian meatsCrescent city greens with buttermilk ranch and lemon thyme vinaigretteChoice of two: Bronzed Gulf fish with crawfish etouffee or New Orleans fried chicken orCajun spiced skirt steak with smothered peppers and onions or Roasted creole mirliton

and shrimp casserole or Red beans and riceSouthern-style green beansMini white chocolate bread pudding, Bananas Foster cheese cake bites, Mini fruit tarts

Dress: RHS comfortable regalia (that you don’t mind getting a bit messy)Food: Luncheon *This will NOT be taped for the Food Network. This is just a fun activity to take part in with your RHS Sisters.

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9:00 AM - 4:00 PMRegistration Opens for Tour and Extra Day Attendees

4:00 PM - 6:00 PMVideo Diary (Optional Experience)Create a personal video diary for Hatters of the future. Share with them why you love Hatting, offer advice on how to get the most out of the Sisterhood and share what you think Hatting will be like in the year 2048—the year we turn 50! A videographer will be on hand to capture your thoughts. The Red Hat Society will save this video diary and share moments at the 50th Anniversary celebration. Please limit your discussion to no more than a few moments, as to provide all attendees an opportunity to share. Available on a first come, first served basis.

8:00 AM - 6:00 PMRegistration Open for Extra Day & Main Convention attendees

1:00 PM - 5:00 PMVideo Diary (Optional Experience)Create a personal video diary for Hatters of the future. Share with them why you love Hatting, offer advice on how to get the most out of the Sisterhood and share what you think Hatting will be like in the year 2048—the year we turn 50! A videographer will be on hand to capture your thoughts. The Red Hat Society will save this video diary and share moments at the 50th Anniversary celebration. Please limit your discussion to no more than a few moments, as to provide all attendees an opportunity to share. Available on a first come, first served basis.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PMGutsy Gal and First Timers Meet and GreetSo it’s your first time at an RHS Convention or you had the “guts” to come all by yourself! We are so impressed with you! Let us celebrate with you and make sure you get a personal introduction to the other “gutsy gals” and “first timers” who have made their way to the Big Easy before the Convention actually starts!

Are you a “seasoned RHS convention goer” we welcome you to come and “adopt” a new Sister and make sure she’s welcomed properly?

You may have come alone, but from this moment forward you’ll be surrounded by Sisters! Be sure to bring your trading cards. If you don’t have yours yet, get started here. They are a staple at a RHS Convention. They will help you stay in touch with new friends after the Convention.

1:00 PM - 6:00 PMHat DistrictThe Red Hat Society believes that every event deserves its own shopping district! After all, it is our sport of choice!

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You can look forward to a group of carefully selected vendors showcasing their best product lines, specifically with Red and Pink Hatters in mind! Unlike a traditional shopping experience, The Red Hat Society knows how to turn the Hat District into an activity playground for Hatters! With a full line up of fun activities, look forward to plenty of time to dance and play all while enjoying the ultimate shopping experience.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PMInternational GatheringThe Society’s Members who are traveling from countries outside of the US are welcome to join Queen Lady Bug, Debra Granich for a special gathering and official photo session. At this event, we’ll spend time getting to know one another and sharing what is happening for the RHS in those countries present.

Dress: RHS Regalia for the photo shoot

6:30 PMSteamin’ On The Mississippi River Boat Cruise (For Extra Day Attendees Only)Take a river excursion into the heart of the signature culture and lifestyle of New Orleans and Louisiana as you step aboard and share the heritage and hospitality of New Orleans as you cruise up and down the mighty Mississippi River. The sounds of jazz will fill the air as our cocktail waitresses serve libations from the bars. On board, you will enjoy the wonderful New Orleans cuisine prepared on board by the riverboat chef. The boat’s powerful antique steam engines will impress you. The history will delight you. The Hatters on board will inspire you! Don’t forget to purchase a souvenir photo aboard the ship!

Boarding: 6:30PMCruising: 7:30pm to 9:30PM

Dress: RHS Regalia with dancing shoes! Food: Hors d’oeuvres & New Orleans-inspired Buffet

9:00 AM - 3:00 PMRegistration Open for Main Convention attendees

11:00 AM - 6:00 PMHat District OpenThe Red Hat Society believes that every event deserves its own shopping district! After all, it is our sport of choice!

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2018, cont.You can look forward to a group of carefully selected vendors showcasing their best product lines, specifically with Red and Pink Hatters in mind! Unlike a traditional shopping experience, The Red Hat Society knows how to turn the Hat District into an activity playground for Hatters! With a full line up of fun activities, look forward to plenty of time to dance and play all while enjoying the ultimate shopping experience.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AMCheers to 20 Years BreakfastJoin your Sisters for a birthday celebration of epic proportions! We’ve made it to our Platinum birthday!!! Get all gussied up and get ready to celebrate in style! Our opening ceremony will give us all a chance to toast one another, our humble beginnings and celebrate the Society that has touched all of our lives.

Dress: RHS regalia is always in fashionFood: Plated Breakfast

9:30 AM - 1:00 PMVideo Diary (Optional Experience)Create a personal video diary for Hatters of the future. Share with them why you love Hatting, offer advice on how to get the most out of the Sisterhood and share what you think Hatting will be like in the year 2048—the year we turn 50! A videographer will be on hand to capture your thoughts. The Red Hat Society will save this video diary and share moments at the 50th Anniversary celebration. Please limit your discussion to no more than a few moments, as to provide all attendees an opportunity to share. Available on a first come, first served basis.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AMPinkie Party!Location: The Hat DistrictAre you a Member of the RHS under the age of 50? We want to spoil you a bit with a semi-private party in the Hat District! Enjoy a private party and shopping experience from 10:30AM to 11AM and join the Hatquarters team as we open the Hat District together.

10:30AM - 11AM: Private Party11AM: Pinkie’s Opening Bell Ceremony for Hat District11AM - 11:30AM: Meet and Greet with other Sisters shopping in the Hat District

An official Pinkie photo will be taken at the gathering.

OPTIONAL TOURS 10AM: Forever New Orleans Tour12:30 PM: Mysteries of Louisiana Swamplands12:00 PM: Cemetery Tour10:00 AM: Oak Alley Plantation Tour11:00 AM: Crescent City Iron Chef

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2018, cont.3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Ambassador Gathering(By Invitation Only)The Society is so thankful and appreciative of the women who make up the Official Ambassador Program for The Red Hat Society. From their passion to their dedication, the Society wants to spend some time recognizing all they have done. This gathering will include acknowledgements, a “State of the Ambassador-ship”, and time to share with one another what is happening in their local area.

An official RHS Ambassador photo will be taken at the gathering.

Dinner on your ownWith two restaurants on property and a plethora of signature New Orleans favorites just steps from the hotel, you’re sure to find the perfect place to indulge. Click here for more info on restaurants close to the New Orleans Marriott.

9:00 PM - 11:00 PM RHS Dance PartyJoin us for a late night dance party!Join us for a late night dance party! Our DJ will be spinning some of your favorite dance songs giving you the opportunity to show off your best moves!

9:00 AM - 5:00 PMRegistration/Information desk open

9:00 AM 10:30 AMMardi Gras Breakfast This pre-parade party will give us a chance to host our own Mardi Gras party! Wear your beads and mask, get ready to throw some beads and eat King cake! Who will be crowned our Queen of Mardi Gras? You’ll have to find the baby, ladies! Oh, and what could be a party without a performance from the RHS Glee Club?! Led by Queen DoReMe, Christine Lozinak, this group of singers will dazzle us with their talent!

Interested in joining the Glee Club? Contact Christine Lozinak at [email protected]. The Glee Club will be limited to 50 participants, so don’t wait to get involved!

At the end of our time together, we’ll follow the Glee Club and the Hatquarters team down to Canal Street for our parade!

Dress: RHS inspired Mardi Gras attire or RHS regaliaFood: Plated Breakfast, with King cake, of course!

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10:30 AM - 11:30 AM20th Anniversary Parade on Canal Street (optional experience)New Orleans is famous for its Mardi Gras parade and in celebration of our 20th Anniversary, the City of New Orleans is allowing us to host our own parade! In the heart of the French Quarter, join your RHS Sisters as we step outside of our host hotel and parade down Canal Street in an official RHS parade! Led by our newly crowned Queen of Mardi Gras, the Hatters of the Year who are present, Exalted Queen Mother Sue Ellen Cooper, Esteemed Vice Mother Linda Murphy, Queen Lady Bug Debra Granich and the RHS Glee Club, this will be your chance to leave a lasting RHS impression in the Big Easy! Bring some beads, wave a personalized Chapter banner and get ready to have some fun as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary together!

Dress: RHS inspired Mardi Gras attire with comfortable shoes. Sunglasses and sunscreen highly recommended. The official parade route has yet to be determined, but we won’t be going too far. Keep watching the Friday Broadcast for more information.

11:00 AM - 6:00 PMHat District OpenThe Red Hat Society believes that every event deserves its own shopping district! After all, it is our sport of choice!

You can look forward to a group of carefully selected vendors showcasing their best product lines, specifically with Red and Pink Hatters in mind! Unlike a traditional shopping experience, The Red Hat Society knows how to turn the Hat District into an activity playground for Hatters! With a full line up of fun activities, look forward to plenty of time to dance and play all while enjoying the ultimate shopping experience.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PMVideo Diary (optional experience)Create a personal video diary for Hatters of the future. Share with them why you love Hatting, offer advice on how to get the most out of the Sisterhood and share what you think Hatting will be like in the year 2048—the year we turn 50! A videographer will be on hand to capture your thoughts. The Red Hat Society will save this video diary and share moments at the 50th Anniversary celebration. Please limit your discussion to no more than a few moments, as to provide all attendees an opportunity to share. Available on a first come, first served basis.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PMOfficial Coronation & REDuation CeremoniesWe’ll combine these special events allowing the newly coronated Queens to join Exalted Queen Mother Sue Ellen Cooper, Queen Lady Bug Debra Granich and Esteemed Vice Mother Linda Murphy in the official REDuation Ceremony.

Coronation Info: For a Queen who has never been given her own Coronation Ceremony, it is our

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distinguished pleasure to honor you in this way. Please make sure you RSVP for the experience.* All newly Coronated Queens who take part in the ceremony will receive a commemorative ribbon and are invited to be a part of the official Coronation photo. Dress: All things Queenly. Bring your “crown of choice.”

REDuation Info: Turning 50 in 2017? Turned 50 a while ago but never had a REDuation ceremony* honoring the occasion? It’s time to have a celebration! After all, this is a magical birthday. We’ll be honoring the class of 2017!

All convention attendees are invited to come and be a part of these ceremonies as royal spectators.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PMPhoto Session with Exalted Queen Mother Sue Ellen Cooper & Esteemed Vice Mother Linda Murphy

7:00 PM - 9:30 PMMasquerade BallFood: Plated Dinner

9:00 AM - 11:00 AMSocial Butterfly SocialOptional ExperienceCost: $60So, what’s a Social Butterfly you ask? They are the Sisters of the RHS who embrace social media and the new RHS website! They flutter about the social networks creating lasting bonds with other Social Butterflies.

At this Social, we’ll be taking our Social Butterflies to new heights. Although we crown Queens, we’ll “wing” the newest Social Butterflies. Who will receive this year’s wings? To be considered, simply post photos to Facebook and Twitter of you and others having fun during the convention and use the hashtag #RHSNOLA2018. Be sure to make your posts PUBLIC so that they can be viewed and considered by the Hatquarters team.

The social media world is growing by leaps and bounds while bringing Sisters closer together. Our international Conventions are the perfect place to bring our “social butterflies” together for a gathering like none other! If you take part on the the new RHS website, the QMB, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, or read our Red Hat Chat blog we invite you to join us! Want to come but not a Social Butterfly as of yet? Don’t worry, we’ll have plenty of Social Butterflies to assist you with your social media education/fun!

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Look forward to social media scavenger hunts and contests.

Dress: Wear a pair of butterfly wings! Have fun showing off your Butterfly style. Bring your smart phone, as we’ll be using them throughout the event.

Food: Plated Breakfast

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Payments, Policies, and Procedures

Those registering by check must send in your payment within 15 days of registering or you will lose your reservation.

Refund/Cancellation FeesAll cancellations must be in writing via email to [email protected] or by US mail. Cancellations by phone will not be accepted.

• All Cancellations received by May 1, 2018 will be assessed a $50 processing fee.

• Cancellations after May 1, 2018 will forfeit 50% of their Convention fee.

• Cancellations after June 1, 2018 will forfeit 75% of their Convention fee.

• Cancellations after July 2, 2018 will forfeit 100% of their Convention fee.

No-Shows / Late Arrivals / Early Departures • No-shows - Convention registrants who are not

checked in on their confirmed registration date at Convention Registration will be considered a (no-show) non-refundable cancellation.

• Late Arrivals - Convention registrants who arrive after their confirmed registration date will be welcomed, but will NOT receive any refund from their missed Convention Activities.

• Early Departures - Attendees who leave before the Convention concludes will not receive any rebate or refund on their Convention Fee.

Payment PlansThe Red Hat Society is delighted to offer Hatters a payment plan option. There is a $50 non-refundable, handling fee for this request and independent of the cancellation fee, should you choose to cancel your reservation or be cancelled due to non-payment. Payments are structured monthly and the monthly amount is based on the remaining months until one month prior to the convention. Payments will ONLY be processed on the 15th of each month. If the 15th falls on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday the funds will debited on the following Monday.Please remember the following are your responsibilities:

1. The funds must to be in your account on the 15th of each month. If you do not have the funds on the 15th we will not notify you but we will process a double payment the following month. If they once again are not available you will be given the option to pay in full or be cancelled.

2. If your credit card number changes for any reason it is your responsibility to notify us. If you don’t contact us with new credit card information within 2 months you will be given the option to pay in full or be cancelled.

3. If you are paying by check the check must reach Hatquarters by the 15th of each month.

4. If you do not send a check for 2 consecutive months you will be given the option to pay in full or be cancelled.

Contact the Red Hat SocietyIf you have any further questions, please email us at [email protected] call us at 1-866-FUN-AT50 (1-866-386-2850) International: 1-714-738-0001

The Red Hat Society431 S. Acacia Ave.Fullerton, CA 92831

See you in New Orleans!

Extra Day Convention Package: $550

Extra Day Convention Package (Payment Plan) $600

Main Convention Package: $425

Main Convention Package (Payment Plan) $475



Hotel

From New Orleans Marriott website:

The energetic nightlife. The buoyant music. The authentic cuisine. You’ll be able to experience it all firsthand when you book a stay at New Orleans Marriott. Situated in the heart of the French Quarter, the downtown hotel is within walking distance to premier attractions, including Jackson Square, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and the world-famous Bourbon Street. After an adventurous evening, relax in our polished guest rooms and indulge in sweeping city sights, comfortable bedding and high-speed wireless internet. Begin your day with a strong cappuccino at the in-house Starbucks. Then later, savor a delectable lunch or dinner entree at one of the two trendy restaurants. During downtime, dip into the resort-style swimming pool, or work up a sweat at our 24-hour fitness center.

Internet Access: Complimentary for Marriott Rewards Members only. (Registration is free to sign up for the Marriott Rewards program.) For non Marriott Rewards Members, internet access will be $3 per room, per day.

Room ReservationsRHS room rate is $170 per room, per night for single/double occupancy plus applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check out.

RHS attendees will be making reservations directly with the hotel using Passkey online group reservations. Individuals must identify themselves as part of Red Hat Society to receive the special group rate of $170 USD for single or double occupancy. All reservations must be guaranteed with a deposit for the first night’s guestroom and tax charge. If reservation is guaranteed to a credit card, a first night’s guestroom and tax charge, per guestroom, will be billed immediately to the cardholder’s account. The hotel

will not hold any reservations unless secured by one of the above methods.

A dedicated booking website has been created for RHS attendees so our guests will be able to make, modify and cancel their hotel reservations online, as well as take advantage of any room upgrades, amenities or other services offered by the hotel.

To access the online room reservations, please click the following link: https://aws.passkey.com/e/49053197

ParkingDiscounted, overnight parking for one vehicle per room is $35 per night.

DetailsThe hotel accepts most major credit cards.

The check-in time is 4:00PM and check-out time is 11:00AM. Any departures after 11AM are subject to the full day charge.

Each guestroom must have at least one registered guest 21 years of age or older.

The room reservations must be made by Tuesday, July 10, 2018.

Hotel Reservations: 504-581-1000

New Orleans Marriott555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Phone: 504-581-1000



Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: How do I register?A: Registering for the Convention is easy with our online registration process. You are given the option to pay by credit card or by check, but registrations paid by check are not processed until the check is received.

Q: What does my Convention fee cover?A. The Convention fee covers all activities listed on the agenda. Tour packages, the Extra Day Event and the Social Butterfly Social are available at an additional cost. For Convention attendees the following meals are included: breakfast on Friday and Saturday, and dinner event on Saturday.Q: What are the parking rates at the hotel? A: Discounted, overnight parking for one vehicle per room is $35 per night. This rate is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed at the time of check-in.

Q: What about Red Hatters with disabilities? A: The staff at the New Orleans Marriott is committed to ensuring that they meet and exceed all of the requirements for the Americans with Disabilities Act. The hotel staff is trained to accommodate guests with special needs, so that all guests, including those with disabilities, are able to have an enjoyable and safe stay. At the New Orleans Marriott, they want to make sure all their guests are able to take advantage of every activity the hotel has to offer. For more information, please call the general manager of the hotel.

Q: Do I have to stay at the host hotel for The Red Hat Society Convention?A: It is highly recommended that you stay at the host hotel for a more complete Convention experience, but it is not required.

Q: What if I need to cancel my Convention registration?A: Registrations may be cancelled until May 1, 2018 for a full refund of your registration fee, minus a $50 processing fee.

IMPORTANT: The Red Hat Society is not responsible for refunds of any fees or expenses outside of the Convention registration fee. Refunds for hotel reservations need to be handled through the hotel and are subject to those hotel’s refund policies. All other refunds are subject to the refund policies of the companies involved, including but not limited to airfare, transportation, car rentals, etc.

Q: Will there be merchandise for sale at the Convention? A: Yes, the Hat District will be at the New Orleans Marriott in the Preservation Hall from Thursday to Saturday.

Q: Can my husband/male companion attend the Convention events?A: No, however, they may certainly stay in the hotel and spend time with you when you are not at Convention events.

Extra Day or Main Convention ParticipantPlease indicate whether you would like to register for the Extra Day Convention or the Main Convention.The Extra Day Convention begins Thursday, August 2, 2018. The Main Convention will start on Friday, August 3, 2018.

cExtra Day Attendee, $550 cMain Convention Attendee, $425 cExtra Day payment plan, $600 cMain Convention Payment plan, $475 August 2 - 5, 2018 August 3 - 5, 2018

Seating Section Assignment cVIP Section I SOLD OUT! cSection II Banquet Meal ChoiceIf you have a severe food allergy or require a special type of meal not mentioned here, please contact RHS at the following email address to make your request: [email protected]

cI require a vegetarian meal cI require a gluten free meal cI have a severe food allergy

Do you have any ADA requirements?If you have selected “Other” please explain in an email to: [email protected]

cI use my own scooter/wheelchair and I CAN transfer in and out on my own cI use my own scooter/wheelchair and I CANNOT transfer in and out on my owncOther

LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLLNEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA • AUGUST 2 - 5, 2018

CONVENTION REGISTRATION FORM

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Are you a Red Hatter or a Pink Hatter?We want to know who you are! cI am a Pink Hatter. cI am a Red Hatter.

Let the Good Times Roll Event T-ShirtPre-order your event t-shirt for pick up in New Orleans.cSmall - $ 22 cMedium - $ 22cLarge - $ 22 cExtra Large - $ 22c2X - $ 25 c3X - $ 25

Let the Good Times Roll Convention Lapel PinPre-order your event pin for pick up in New Orleans.cYes, I would like to purchase a pin - $ 16

Let the Good Times Roll Convention Photo DVDPhoto DVD will be mailed to your residence 8-10 weeks after the convention.cYes, I would like to order a Photo DVD - $ 25.00

Gutsy Gal & First Timers Meet & Greet (Thursday 12:00pm - 1:00pm)cYes I will attend cNo, I will not attend

International Attendee Gathering (Thursday 4:00pm - 5:00pm)cYes I will attend cNo, I will not attend

Pink Hatter Gathering (Friday 10:30am - 11:30am)cYes I will attend cNo, I will not attend

Ambassador Gathering - by invitation only (Friday 3:30pm - 5:00pm)cI am a current Ambassador and will attend cNo, I will not attend

Queens Coronation and REDuationg (Saturday 1:00pm - 3:00pm) cYes I will participate as a Queen to be Coronated cYes I wish to be REDuatedcYes I will attend as a Royal Spectator

“SOCIAL BUTTERFLY” Social (Optional event Sunday 9:00am - 11am)cYes, I would like to attend. - $ 60.00

Wednesday, August 1, 2018 OPTIONAL TOURS (Tours subject to cancellation if minimum numbers are not met)

cForever New Orleans City Tour, 1:00pm - 4:00pm ... $50cOak Alley Plantation Tour (lunch included) 10am - 4pm ... $98cMysteries of Louisiana Swamplands 1:30pm - 4:00pm ... $60cCemetery Tour 1:00pm - 4:00pm ... $60cCrescent City Iron Chef (at hotel with Chef) 11:00am ... $75

Friday, August 3, 2018 OPTIONAL TOURS (Tours subject to cancellation if minimum numbers are not met)

cForever New Orleans City Tour, 10am - 1pm ... $50cOak Alley Plantation Tour (lunch included) 10am - 4pm ... $98cMysteries of Louisiana Swamplands 12:30pm - 3:00pm ... $60cCemetery Tour 12:00pm - 3:00pm ... $60cCrescent City Iron Chef (at hotel with Chef) 11:00am ... $75

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Liability Release Form

WAIVER AND RELEASE. I hereby release and forever discharge and hold harmless (Release) The Red Hat Society, Inc. (RHS) and its affiliates, subsidiaries, employees, successors and assigns (Red Hat Society®) from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action, of whatever kind or nature, either in law or equity, which may hereafter arise from my participation in RHS’s INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION in NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA from JULY 31, 2018 through AUGUST 5, 2018 (“Event”) and/or any other project, activity, or event sponsored, managed, arranged, or promoted by, or otherwise affiliated or associated with RHS (“Other Events”).

I understand and acknowledge that this Release discharges RHS with respect to any bodily or other injury, illness, death, or property damage that may result from my participation in the Event and/or Other Events. I also understand that RHS does not assume any responsibility or obligation to provide financial assistance or other assistance, including, but not limited to, medical, health, or disability insurance, in the event of injury, illness, death, or property damage.

1. INSURANCE. RHS does not carry or maintain any health, medical, disability, damage, or other liability insurance coverage for the benefit of participants in the Convention and/or Other Events, and expressly disclaims any responsibility or obligation to do so. As a participant, I am encouraged by RHS to secure medical, health, and all other applicable insurance coverage for my own benefit.

2. MEDICAL TREATMENT. I hereby release and forever discharge RHS from any and all liability claims, demands, and causes of action whatsoever that may arise on account of any first aid or other medical treatment rendered during my participation in the Convention and/or Other Events.

3. ASSUMPTION OF RISK. I understand my participation in the Convention and/or Other Events may include activities that may be hazardous to me. I recognize and understand that such participation may involve certain inherently risky activities. I hereby expressly and specifically assume the risk of injury or harm resulting from my participation and release RHS from all liability for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage that may result.

4. PHOTOGRAPHY/AUDIO RELEASE. I do hereby grant and convey unto RHS all rights, titles, and interest in and to any and all photographic images and video or audio recordings made by or on behalf of RHS or made with its consent, during my participation in the Convention and/or Other Events, including, but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits derived from such photographs or recordings.

5. WAIVER OF SECTION 1542, CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE. To the maximum extent permitted by law, I waive all rights I may have under California Civil Code Section 1542, which states: “A general release does not extend to claims which the party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing this release, which if known by him or her must have materially affected his settlement with the other party.” I expressly understand and agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by law, and that this Release shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of California. I agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this Release shall be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such clause or provision shall not otherwise affect the remaining provisions of this Release.

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have had an adequate opportunity to read and understand the Release, have had an opportunity to ask questions, and that my questions I have asked have been answered to my satisfaction, and I agree to the provisions of this Release.

_____________________________________ _________________________________ ____________Signature of Participant Printed Name Date

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