TITLE: Commemorating the 50th annual Strawberry Festival in Pasadena.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the 50th annual Strawberry Festival in Pasadena.

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WHEREAS, The 50th annual Strawberry Festival is taking place in Pasadena on May 18 through 21, 2023; and WHEREAS, First held as a one-time celebration on a football practice field, the Pasadena Strawberry Festival has grown to become one of the largest annual events in the area, attracting more than 50,000 visitors each year; the festival celebrates the city's agricultural history and a time when it was known as the Strawberry Capital of the South; and WHEREAS, This much-anticipated event features a variety of activities and attractions, including a barbecue cook-off, helicopter rides, a carnival, parades, and a mud volleyball tournament; in addition, guests can enjoy live music and other performances; and WHEREAS, Proceeds from the festival support local nonprofit organizations and provide scholarships for graduates of area high schools; and WHEREAS, A fun occasion for all ages, the Pasadena Strawberry Festival is a beloved community tradition, and it promises to be a source of fond memories for all those in attendance; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 50th annual Strawberry Festival in Pasadena and extend to the organizers and attendees sincere best wishes for a successful and enjoyable event. Perez Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1837 was adopted by the House on May 25, 2023, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House