Maj. Jesse Irwin of The Salvation Army expresses glee Friday to members of the Red Hat Society for their support of the 18th annual toy drive at the Auburn Mall in Auburn. Irwin said she loves to tell other organizations about the society’s efforts in order to spark competition for donations. Andree Kehn/Sun Journal
Jacquie DeLasso addresses Red Hat Society members gathered Friday for the 18th annual Salvation Army Toy Drive at the Auburn Mall in Auburn. DeLasso is the “queen” of the Brunswick chapter. Andree Kehn/Sun Journal
Red Hat Society member Cherowl Masse makes reindeer antlers Friday during a sing-along of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” at the 18th annual Salvation Army Toy Drive at the Auburn Mall in Auburn. Next to her are Marilyn Chaput, second from right, and Gladys Keen, right. Andree Kehn/Sun Journal
Sheila Weed, center, enjoys a Christmas sing-along Friday with the Red Hat Society at the 18th annual Salvation Army Toy Drive at the Auburn Mall in Auburn. The society is a women’s movement that emphasizes friendship, sisterhood and the importance of fun. Members proudly wear red hats and purple regalia, celebrating life to the fullest. Andree Kehn/Sun Journal
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