Red Hat Ladies celebrate July in style by the lake at Larkin’s Bayfront Grill, Lake Lure. Red Hat ladies wear red hats and purple dresses as described in “Warning,” by Jenny Joseph. Members said they believe life is a blessing to be enjoyed and celebrated at any age. Above: Barbraann Barraund, Jeanne Littlefield, Mary Martlock and Esther Boblit. Below: Aine McGarity, Audrey Ortis, Dee Huneycutt and Frances Parker. (photos submitted by Aine McGarity)