[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 135 (Friday, September 19, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1484]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO FLATWOODS RED HAT TULIPS

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                       HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 18, 2014

  Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Flatwoods Red 
Hat Tulips, a local chapter of the National Red Hat Society, an 
organization of women who provide community service in the town of 
Flatwoods and throughout Braxton County, West Virginia.
  The Flatwoods Red Hat Tulips were founded in 2005 and have spent the 
past nine years organizing events and volunteering to make their 
community a better place to live, work, and raise a family. The impact 
of these women has been felt by an array of causes, including well 
known groups such as The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, 
March of Dimes, Bikers for Babies, and The American Heart Association. 
In addition, the ladies have held fundraisers for local organizations 
like the Braxton County Animal Shelter and the local Lions Club, which 
helps provide eye exams and glasses to children. Every year in May, the 
ladies host a candlelight service at the local Hospice Memorial to 
honor members of the community who have passed away.
  Just next month, the Flatwoods Red Hat Tulips will host an event 
benefitting the local animal shelter's Capture, Neuter, and Release 
Program, which aims at combating the stray dog and cat problem in the 
community. They remain an active group through the year and meet 
regularly at different restaurants in the area and can often be found 
visiting the Braxton County Senior Center in Sutton.
  The Flatwoods Red Hat Tulips are led by Queen Mum Judy Norvell and 
Vice Queen Joyce Black.
  Mr. Speaker, Flatwoods, Braxton County, and indeed the State of West 
Virginia, owe the Flatwoods Red Hat Tulips many thanks for their hard 
work and dedication to the community and their neighbors. I am honored 
to represent such a distinguished group of women in Congress.

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