

A Professional Journalistic Perspective
Over the years, there have been several articles, reports and interviews written about The Fancy Hat Literary Luncheon. There “have...


HATS HATS HATS HATS
By: Guest Blogger ~ Celeste "CeeCee" I grew up in a Pentecostal Church so seeing big stunning hats was nothing new to me! But, I never...


To Write Or Not To Write A Book Review ~ That Is The Question
I am a firm believer that writing a book review is a critical (no pun intended) part of the reading process. Reading can be very...


Just Who Is Mama Francina?
Mama Francina and Daddy Frank, Circa 1925 So glad you finally asked… Janie Francina Russell Johnson “ Mama Francina” was our Grandmother....


How Far Would You Travel for the "Fancy Hat Literary Luncheon?"
By: Guest Blogger ~ Lisa Sarell How far would you travel for “The Fancy Hat Literary Luncheon?” Well, that is the “million-mile”...


Smart, Sharp & "Snazzy" Seniors
We are blessed and fortunate to have a diverse group of women in attendance each year. By diverse, I simply mean with relation to age....


We Are Family...
We are Family...I've got all my sisters and me! Yes, this "iconic" tune, recorded by Sister Sledge in 1979 could very well be the theme...


"Hat's Off"
This year, guests will be traveling from - Texas, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Maryland, Alabama, and South/Central Florida. Thus the question:...


Our Matriarch
This blog is one of celebration - Celebration of the Matriarch of our family, Vernita J. Holmes, lovingly known to many as "Granny" The...


"Fifty and Fierce"... What's That All About?
After each Fancy Hat Literary Luncheon, photo opportunities begin and we are all anxious to "strike" our poses. You can see compacts...