The resolution honors Arlene Wagner, who was born in 1925 in St. John, Washington, and has recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Throughout her life, Arlene has made significant contributions to her community and society, including her work on a wheat farm as a child, her involvement in the arts as a baton twirler and ballet dancer, and her dedication to family as a mother and grandmother. She co-founded the nutcracker museum in Leavenworth with her husband, George, and has become a recognized authority on the history of nutcrackers, sharing her extensive knowledge through education and published works.

The Washington State Senate expresses its admiration for Arlene's passion for the arts, her commitment to learning, and her generosity in sharing her expertise with others. The resolution acknowledges her meaningful contributions to preserving culture and traditions, as well as her role in enriching the lives of future generations.