[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 62 (Thursday, April 11, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E334]
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      CELEBRATING THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WILDFLOWER LUNCHEON

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 11, 2024

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 20th 
anniversary of the Frisco Garden Club's Wildflower Luncheon in Frisco, 
Texas.
  In 2002, the City of Frisco established a memorial composed of 
wildflowers in honor of the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks 
on our Nation. In the following year, Frisco Garden Club member Edna 
Willits proposed the addition of a native plant garden and monument at 
the memorial. Through her passionate advocacy and dedication, the 
Freedom Meadow memorial was constructed. In benefit of Freedom Meadow, 
the Club held its first ``Wildflower Tea and Silent Auction'' on April 
29, 2004. This successful luncheon yielded the Club over $4,500 and 
allowed Freedom Meadow to expand into the beautiful and moving monument 
it is today.
  Since then, the Club has hosted the Wildflower Luncheon every year to 
raise funds in support of gardens throughout Frisco and conservation 
initiatives for Texas bluebirds. Additionally, the Club has annually 
awarded two high school seniors with scholarships thanks to funds 
raised from this event. I am proud to recognize the Frisco Garden 
Club's incredible efforts to support and uplift our community. Their 
important work represents American strength, hope, and resolve against 
those who would harm us.
  I have requested the United States flag to be flown over our Nation's 
Capitol in recognition of this historic occasion. I wish the Frisco 
Garden Club and the Wildflower Luncheon continued success for many more 
years to come.

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