TITLE: Recognizing the 125th annual Brenham Maifest.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the 125th annual Brenham Maifest.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The 125th annual Brenham Maifest is being held May 1 through 3, 2015, and this spirited event promises great fun for all who attend; and WHEREAS, One of the oldest spring German festivals in the South, Maifest is a community-wide celebration that highlights the rich heritage of Brenham and Washington County; and WHEREAS, In addition to a parade and festival, the event features a coronation of junior and senior kings and queens; this year's royal court includes Junior Queens Emma Kate McIntyre and Kennedy Tilley and Junior Kings Benjamin Rogas and Grant Rogas, as well as Senior Queen Gretchen West and Senior King Halen Tilley; and WHEREAS, These outstanding young Texans, along with all those associated with Maifest, can take pride in their participation in an enduring Washington County tradition that provides many hours of enjoyment for Brenham residents and visitors alike; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commemorate the 125th annual Brenham Maifest and honor the junior and senior royalty of this much-anticipated event; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the 2015 Maifest royalty as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Kolkhorst President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 23, 2015.