R E S O L U T I O N

 1-1           WHEREAS, In April 1997, thousands of residents and visitors

 1-2     will gather in Chappell Hill for one of our state's most popular

 1-3     and colorful yearly events, the 33rd Annual Chappell Hill

 1-4     Bluebonnet Festival; and

 1-5           WHEREAS, A much anticipated celebration of spring, the

 1-6     festival honors the spectacular bluebonnets that grace the

 1-7     community of Chappell Hill each April with their seasonal display

 1-8     of eye-catching blooms; and

 1-9           WHEREAS, This popular event is sponsored by the Chappell Hill

1-10     Historical Society, and it began in 1964 as the Bluebonnet Antique

1-11     Show; the festival became known by its present name in 1983, and it

1-12     currently offers fun-filled activities for the entire family,

1-13     including a hayride through the community's historic district and

1-14     abundant opportunities to shop for distinctive wares and furniture

1-15     from arts, crafts, and antique vendors; and

1-16           WHEREAS, The Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival will provide a

1-17     time for many citizens to set aside the cares of daily life and

1-18     enjoy the flowering beauty of our Texas spring; this well-loved

1-19     event continues to be a splendid addition to our state's

1-20     array of recreational opportunities and is truly deserving of

1-21     legislative praise and support; now, therefore, be it

1-22           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas

1-23     Legislature hereby recognize the Chappell Hill Bluebonnet Festival

1-24     and commend all those associated with the event for their hard work

 2-1     in ensuring its success.

                                                                      Kubiak

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                                                   Speaker of the House

               I certify that H.R. No. 13 was adopted by the House on March

         20, 1997, by a non-record vote.

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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House