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Dear ARCS MWC Members,

We hope you’ve been enjoying these last weeks of winter and finding moments to connect with friends and fellow members.

On Feb 6, we had the pleasure of hosting an ARCS Loves You gathering at the Dolly Madison Library. Together, we wrote heartfelt notes to more than 40 members we don’t have the opportunity to see often enough. It was such a joy to spend time reconnecting over coffee and snacks, while reaching out to others in a meaningful way. Thank you to everyone who joined us — we hope the cards brought smiles to the members who received them.

We also had the pleasure of hosting our ARCS Tea for past presidents and long-serving members last week. Sixteen members joined us for a lovely afternoon filled with warm conversation, laughter, and a delicious luncheon and tea. It is always such an honor to gather with this remarkable group of women whose leadership and dedication have sustained and strengthened our chapter for so many years. Their example continues to inspire us.

We are very much looking forward to our Winter Membership Meeting and Luncheon on Mar 8. We are delighted to welcome retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy, who will speak about his recently published memoir. The conversation will be moderated by ARCS MWC member Silvija Strikis, who clerked for Associate Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and is now a partner at Kellogg Hansen in Washington, DC. It promises to be a thoughtful and engaging program.

Invitations for our May 1 Eagle Celebration, where we will honor ARCS MWC member Deborah Wince-Smith, have been sent—please be sure to RSVP early and invite your friends and colleagues to join us for this special evening.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support of our ARCS mission. The strength of our chapter comes from the time, talent, and generosity of each of you.

With gratitude,

~ Julie Hohl and Jane Riddle, ARCS MWC Co-Presidents