Friendship 2019 - 2020 - 2021

We, the Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated held our monthly business meeting on February 14, 2021, once again using Zoom.

Our families enjoying the holidays during the pandemic.

The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated had a different but fun holiday celebration. Membership Committee members, Gale Brown and Andrea Grant- Guess as hosts introduced “Oprah’s Favorite Things” with suggested snacks, refreshments, and holiday attire. The sisterly and unique items shared were received with glee. The highlight was this year’s virtual viewing of member Darcel Werts’ Christmas Village. Traditionally, we have physically viewed this awesome display; however, though downsized, it was still amazing. We look forward to returning to a somewhat normal 2021.



Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Healthy and Happy New Year!

Happy National Friendship Month Week 3: Beyond Boundaries: Our Sister’s Keeper


The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and the Savannah Chapter (GA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated hopped aboard the friendship train and celebrated our annual night of fun. Although virtual, the event included an introductory ice breaker with lots of laughter and a FRIEND Scavenger Hunt with prizes. The refreshment recipe was also greatly received. We began and ended with toasts and a commitment to get together again! Thanks to the two Vice Presidents, Denise Cooper (Savannah) and Jan Billingslea (Hilton Head) for organizing.


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated held our monthly business meeting on November 8, 2020. We celebrated our National Day of Friendship and our chapter anniversary. All members wore the Friendship Rose that was gifted by the Membership Committee as “My Sister’s Keeper” always. Happy Friendship month!!!


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated delivered pizzas to our Bluffton Finest Police Officers. The surprising random act of kindness was well received. Covid-19 has certainly changed things, as we could not enter the building and quick photos were taken.



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We celebrate our President, Marcy Johnson, Vice President, Jan Billingslea, Correspondence Secretary Anita Miles, and Alumna member, Joyce Patterson as true friends and organizers of the Magnolias of Hilton Head, SC to become the Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. While hanging out in their usual manner, the idea of chartering came up. The rest is history and the beat goes on in friendship!



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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated had a virtual Halloween party with DJ Teeramz. What a wonderful afternoon! Gift certificate prizes were awarded in 4 categories. Lots of fun, dancing, and fellowship can occur virtually! It has been tried and proven in the new normal.


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In celebration of October Domestic Violence Month, the Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated delivered Walmart gift cards to Hopeful Horizons Domestic Violence Agency for distribution to the victims in their shelters. Our chapter has an ongoing and much-needed partnership with this agency!


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated participated in a Be Woke: Vote Partnership with Black Voters Matter, Bluffton MLK Group, and Hilton Head MLK Group.


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated honored four phenomenal women during Breast Cancer Awareness month. The recipients were excited to learn of the tribute via a phone call from VP Jan Billingslea. Four members dressed in pink delivered the beautiful floral arrangements to two Bluffton residents and another team of four members delivered to two Hilton Head residents. All Hearts were warmed by this tribute, especially our 92-year-old recipient.


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated held their monthly business meeting and BRIO virtually on October 11, 2020. Vice President and Membership Chairperson Jan Billingslea lit candles and offered acknowledgment of October as Breast Cancer Awareness month, National Domestic Violence Awareness, and remembrance of our dear friend and sister Janice Cannon who passed from Breast Cancer. She also acknowledged the members of our chapter who are survivors of Breast Cancer.


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated held its annual Chapter Retreat August 8, 2020. The Membership Committee, led by VP Jan Billingslea, presented a fun Retreat Icebreaker, Quick Questions. Much enthusiasm occurred as our members learned fun facts about each other. To further enhance membership engagement, the committee presented plans for keeping Friendship First during the chapter year. Our main Friendship Activity was a Virtual Links Scavenger hunt. Members scurried throughout their homes to find unique articles beginning with the letters L-I-N-K-S. Prizes were awarded to the winners.

Our signature BRIO (Bonding Refreshment Intimacy Opportunity) followed after the adjournment of the Retreat. It was a fun day of service through friendship.


The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated Donates 200

Masks to Palmetto Breeze for Passengers and Drivers


A HUGE Thank You to the Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated for donating 200 face masks to Palmetto Breeze. The great masks and pouches (complete with an important message for all mask-wearers) were received on Wednesday, May 20 at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen located at 15 Park Lane on Hilton Head Island.


Pictured here in front of our BreezeTrolley representing The Links: Dr. Marcy D. Johnson, Drema Jackson, Donna Williams, Gale Brown (with her Popeyes team members), and Doris Burns. Representing Palmetto Breeze are Yazmin, Laura, Carolyn and Mack!


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated invited Chef Monet Bloodworth of Bake Mohr Sweets in Charlotte, NC to host a Virtual Cookie Decorating Party as our May Friendship Activity. Our theme was “Bumblebees in Spring” with colors black, yellow and white. What an awesome fun experience!

Members were joined by guests and kids. We recommend this fun activity!


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Our April 2020 White Rose recipient is Doris Redmond Burns! She is a blessing to our chapter. She always personifies "Friendship First". She will text, call or email to check up on sisters at any time. If needed, she is always a cell phone call away. As Financial Secretary, she is the perfect asset to our Treasurer. They are truly two peas in a pod.

Our young chapter joyfully recognizes Doris Burns for her 16 years of service and as our

White Rose Honoree.


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The Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated proudly honors Janice Johnson Alexander as our chapter's Southern Area All Stars Praise Break Award Recipient. She is an inspiration to all!


The event was held at Lovely Hill Baptist Church in Ridgeland, SC on March 15, 2020. The Theme was a "Celebration of Sisterhood" with the message delivered by alumna member, Reverend Marcia Lewie Thompson.


Our first Praise Break Celebration was a huge success with songs of praise and a sumptuous buffet.

On March 8, 2020, we, the Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated held our business meeting at Lovely Hills Baptist Church in Ridgeland, SC. We enjoyed friendship and fellowship afterward with a special Praise Break Program.


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Membership Committee member, Gloria Statham hosted an afternoon Gumbo Party” in her beautiful home. It was truly a feast with appetizers, salads, traditional and gluten free Gumbo and an assortment of deserts. The attire was our HBCU gear and members shared facts about their HBCUs. At the core of each story was the blessing and heartwarming experience of having attended and having their children attend an HBCU. We listened and danced to old school music. What an awesome afternoon of sharing and BRIO( Bonding Relaxation and Intimacy Opportunity). Sister love!


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President Marcy hosted the Executive Board Meeting at member Jan Billingslea’s Hampton Hall Clubhouse. A continental breakfast was served. There was a limited agenda to allow for brainstorming and sisterly bonding. We paid homage to heart month by wearing red. Afterwards, we went to an afternoon Membership Committee hosted “Gumbo Party”.


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Happy Valentines Day from the Hilton Head (SC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated!!! Please enjoy the pictures demonstrating the love we have for each other during our BRIO activity. These letters represent Bonding Refreshment Intimacy Opportunity.


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