SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 516

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the citizens of Grapevine in celebrating the grand opening of the Legoland Discovery Center at the Grapevine Mills shopping mall; and

WHEREAS, This $12 million indoor facility will feature an all-around experience for children that will include a Miniland model village, 4-D cinema, Lego-themed rides and attractions, and master classes from the Lego Master Model Builders; and

WHEREAS, Legoland Discovery Center is the first attraction of its kind in North Texas; it joins similar facilities in Chicago, China, England, and Germany; and

WHEREAS, The Legoland Discovery Center has solicited the input of area children regarding its various features and models in order to better serve the public; this new facility will add to the attractiveness of the Metroplex as a tourist and family entertainment destination when it opens on March 30, 2011; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby extend best wishes for a festive and memorable grand opening of the Legoland Discovery Center in Grapevine; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of this special occasion.

Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 16, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate