Highlighting the various activities and programs of coming events around the States |
The Red Hat Scallywags of GEELONG (VIC) City By the Bay “Spectacular” 17th – 19th April 2009 is being held at the Mecure Hotel The Registration fee is $185.00. (A limit of 300 Red Hat Ladies can be accommodated) To register Attendees need to complete and sign the Registration Form and Identity Form (which is mandatory) and forward together with $50 deposit no later than the 30th November 2008 and final payment of $135.00 is payable by the 31st January 2009. To obtain Forms email: scallywags2008@hotmail.com (If you would like to participate in a skit please contact the organisers with details) |
Friday 17th 4.30pm - 6.00pm |
Registration commences, then relax in foyer of the Mercure enjoying a cup of coffee/tea whilst meeting and making the acquaintance of other Red Hat Sisters. |
6.00pm - 6.30pm |
The official “Opening Ceremony” and Welcome. Chapters will be announced and banners displayed in the Function Room. |
6.30pm -11.00pm |
Enjoy a two course Buffet Dinner. Beverages available at own cost. |
Saturday 18th |
Selected tour from the thee options which depart from the Mecure Hotel entrance. |
1) 9.00am - 4.00pm |
GREAT OCEAN ROAD TOUR TO LORNE: Travel in luxury coach to Lorne with spectacular views and photo opportunities galore. Relaxing luncheon at the Lorne Hotel. Returning to Geelong via Deans Marsh skirting the beautiful Otway Ranges. |
2) 9.00am - 4.00pm |
BELLARINE WINERY TOUR: Visiting some of Geelong’s finest Wineries in luxury coaches. Lunch at the Grand Hotel, Portarlington - one of the Bellarine Peninsular’s Historical Hotels.
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3) 9.00am - 4.00pm |
MELBOURNE CITY RIVER CRUISE: Cruise the Yarra River on the MV Melba Star passing some of Melbourne’s famous buildings and landmarks capturing the ambience and charm of Melbourne. Lunch at the Docklands. If time permits, there will be shopping at DFO Spencer Street & Bourke Street, Melbourne. |
All Adventure Tours will be returning in time for all to rest up, with ample time to prepare for the Masquerade Ball. |
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Saturday Night 6.00pm -11.30pm |
“Glitz and Glamour” Masquerade Gala Ball at the Mercure Function Centre. Banquet style two course Dinner with table service. Beverages at own cost.
Red and Purple outfits OK, but not necessary. Face Masks and Gowns in any colour you desire, the more vibrant the better, adding more pazazz to the evening! Music and Dancing - door prizes and raffle prizes drawn though out the evening |
Sunday 19th 10am -12pm |
Red & Purple Pyjama Brunch Party in the Mercure Function Room. Dress up to the hilt in Fancy PJ, nighties, slippers etc |
Sunday afternoon at your leisure. |
Shopping in Geelong - Bollards Walk Geelong Botanical Gardens - Train to Melbourne Relax at Eastern Beach, afternoon tea at the Beach House at own cost - Touring at own leisure |
Afternoon Tea and the Big Finale at 3pm at The Beach House, on Eastern Beach |
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| ACCOMMODATION suggestions: |
Mecure Hotel - Cnr Myer & Gheringhap Streets, Geelong PH: (03) 5223 6215 Email: h2086-re01@accor.com |
Admiralty Motor Inn - 66 McKillop Street, Geelong PH: (03) 5221 4288 Email: admiral.m.i.@bigpond.com.au |
Four Points by Sheraton - 10-14 Eastern Beach Road, Geelong PH: (03) 5273 5723 Email: janine.pitman@fourpoints.com |
3-5 October 2008 Please contact Di Vomiero (08) 9193 5242 for a registration form PO Box 892, Broome WA 6725. Full registration is $120 Registrations were closing: 30 August 2008 |
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Friday 3rd - 6pm |
Mercure Hotel – Get to know each other - Chicken and Salad with a glass of Champagne around the Pool. |
Saturday 4th |
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11.00 am 11.30 pm 12.30 pm 1 pm 5 pm 6-6.30pm |
Meet at the Courthouse Markets March to the Mercure Hotel – Portlight Room Lunch (finger food) Frivolity Begins – Pearl Talk – Fashion Parades (lingerie and clothing) - Skits by Broome Chapter – Guest Speaker Travel to Gantheaume Point by bus or own transport for a sunset BBQ. Food provided – B.Y.O. drinks. Bus will bring you back to the hotel at extra cost. |
Sunday 5th |
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9.00 am 10–10.30 am 12.30 pm 1.30 pm |
Pyjama Breakfast Resume Frivolity. Any other chapter willing to do skits are very welcome – giggle yoga Lunch (finger food) Finish – Free afternoon. |
PROGRAMME FOR ‘ZOOM INTO BROOME’ HOOT – **************
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Queensland’s 2009 GIRLFRIEND’S GIGGLE is being held on 24th-26th July at the Crowne Plaza Golf Resort and hosted by the Red’n Purple Ragers on the Sunshine Coast/Caloundra Registration cost $185 For further information. Contact: Queen Mum Julie whiskeywalker@flexinet.com.au |
PROGRAMME - 2009 Girlfriend's Giggle |
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Friday 24th July 10am - 5pm |
Registrations begin at 10am and will continue until 6pm in the foyer of Crown Plaza. Wine Tasting by Winya Wines. Both purchase and tasting on offer. At approximately 1.30pm a FASHION SHOW will be held in the vicinity of the “Verandah” restaurant at the Crown Plaza. (Red and Purple plus other fashions.) An a’la’carte luncheon is available at your own cost. |
10am – 9pm
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The Trade Fair will be operating in the “Lorikeet room” (and at selected times during the weekend). |
| 6pm – 7.30 pm | OFFICIAL WELCOME - MEET and GREET reception at the Crowne Plaza Resort Ballroom. Hot and cold canapés (drinks at own cost) |
| Saturday 25th July | Optional Adventures – 3 to choose from: |
11am PUMICESTONE PASSAGE ECO CRUISE/LUNCH: |
Cruise Canals and Pumicestone Passage, return to Pelican Waters Tavern for lunch at 12.15. Courtesy bus back to Crowne Plaza for free time. (Maybe a massage or swim in heated pool) |
9am CALOUNDRA CENTRAL SHOPPING/LUNCH: |
Bus to Caloundra Central for shopping, coffee, a walk along Bulcocl Beach, followed with gourmet lunch at Tides Restaurant. Return to accommodation. |
9am HINTERLAND TOUR Via Nambour, Mapleton, Montville |
You will have 1 hour to shop, browse, have a coffee or just soak up the atmosphere of this quaint mountain village before traveling to TRANQUIL PARK MOUNTAIN RESORT and IRISH PUB OR KEY RESTAURANT & WINE BAR for lunch and entertainment. Depart 2.30 and return to Crowne Plaza by 3.30pm |
25th July Evening 7pm till late |
GLITZ & GLAMOUR GALA DINNER/ CABARET -"Dress to Impress" with GREG DOOLAN AND HIS BAND (of the WIKITY WAK fame) 3 course dinner/dance. Bus from Crown Plaza to Sunshine Coast Funtion Centre |
Sunday 26th July 9am- 4.30pm |
G/Giggle CHAPTER CONCERT and 2 course LUNCH followed by Grand Finale. BIG PURPLE UNDIES SHOW. Bus from Crowne Plaza to Sunshine Coast Function Centre (as required). |
ACCOMMODATION |
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For Bookings at the Crown Plaza Golf Resort, contact Elissa (07) 5437 4633 |
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| NEARBY ACCOMMODATION: | |
Moorings Beach Resort, 88 Esplanade, Golden Beach |
Freecall 1800 333 373 or (07) 5492 1388 (mention Red Hats) www.mooringsbeachresort.com |
Golden Beach Holiday Park 1 Onslow Street, Golden Beach |
Free call 1800 639 313 or (07) 5492 4811/5492 1731 (mention Red Hats) www.goldenbeachholidaypark.com.au |
The Jetty Waterfront Apartments (only have a small number for holiday letting) 1 Raleigh Street, Golden Beach |
(07) 5492 4077; email jetty@serv.net.au Web site for a look: www.thejettyapartments.com.au |
Riviere on Golden Beach: 72 Esplanade, Golden Beach |
(07) 5492 3200; website: www.riviere.com.au Beachfront position |
Worldmark Golden Beach Resort (especially for those who own ‘timeshare’) 75 The Esplanade, Golden Beach |
(07) 5437 4100 or 1800 019 696; www.wyndhamvrap.com (Mention Red Hats) |
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