We are also thrilled to be preparing for graduation - our 20^th! - and our Graduation Committee has been hard at work to create an event that recognizes the accomplishments of the current class and celebrates our organization's milestone. We hope you will join us for graduation on Tuesday, June 1, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Radisson. An e-vite for the event was sent out a couple weeks ago, but if you missed it and want more information, please send me an email and I'd be happy to connect you to the right person and information!

FLP is also working this year on our fundraiser - a wine tasting event at Olive Garden. We are fortunate to have partnered with Olive Garden again this year, as they host this event to benefit our organization. The Wine Tasting is set for Saturday, July 10 in the afternoon. Exact times and additional details will be sent out so keep a look out, but mark your calendars now! As part of this event we will be having a silent auction so if you'd like to donate an item for the silent auction, please let Barbara Worgess, our treasurer know - she can be reached at bworgess@coconino.az.gov.

Unfortunately, during this time of celebration and activity, we also must pause to mark the passing of two great FLPers who will be greatly missed. Karen Cooper was not only a wonderful, giving and thoughtful member of our community, but she was part of the FLP family, serving on the Board of Directors, working as the Class Mom for many classes (including my own) and participating as a member of the Class of 1999. Mike Terrin, who we sadly and unexpectedly lost last week, was a member of the class of 2009. Mike was truly an inspiration to us all; his volunteer service and dedication to the police department and the citizens of Flagstaff ensure his impact on our community will be felt for many years.