Freedom House holds well-attended Garden Safari 

Freedom House of Parker County held its annual Garden Safari fundraiser at The Brooks at Weatherford on Sept. 12, anchored by a moving message from former NFL cornerback Chris Johnson.

Johnson, a resident of Aledo, emotionally described the death of his sister at the hands of a former boyfriend. His mother was also shot in the incident.

The message was especially appropriate due to the mission of Freedom House, which provides services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Freedom House services include emergency shelter, counseling, therapy, legal counseling, and transportation.

The walls of The Brooks were lined with silent auction items, and the evening ended with a spirited live auction under the direction of auctioneer Ross Bandy.

For more information on Freedom House, visit https://www.freedomhousepc.org/.

Parker County District Attorney Jeff Swain, Freedom House Executive Director Patti Wilson, and Parker COunty Sheriff Russ Authier welcomed patrons to …

Auctioneer Ross Bandy elicited maximum bids for the live auction items.

Former NFL cornerback Chris Johnson provided an emotional testimonial to the gathering.

Musical entertainment was provided during the social hour.

Patrons had a choice of numerous silent auction items surrounding the room.