SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 371
WHEREAS, The annual Brenham Maifest is taking place May 6
and 7, 2017, and the spirited celebration promises to be great
fun for all who attend; and
WHEREAS, First celebrated in 1881, this event is one of the
oldest German spring festivals in the South; the celebration
highlights the rich cultural heritage of Brenham and Washington
County; and
WHEREAS, The two-day event includes a parade and numerous
other festivities and features the much-awaited coronation of
the junior and senior kings and queens; and
WHEREAS, The outstanding young Texans who take part in the
Brenham Maifest are part of an enduring Washington County
tradition that provides hours of enjoyment and entertainment for
residents and visitors alike; all those associated with the
planning and preparation of the event can indeed take pride in
their contributions to the community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby pay tribute to the 2017 Brenham Maifest and
honor the 2017 junior and senior royal court; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as a
memento of this special celebration.
Kolkhorst
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 6, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate