Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

How to turn the Tables on Food Waste

We waste a staggering one trillion dollars worth of food each year, significantly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and the climate crisis. Food waste expert Dana Gunders shares innovative solutions to reduce waste — from solar-powered cold rooms to apps that sell discounted restaurant leftovers — and shares tips on how you can keep good food from going to the trash.
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Ultimate Au Gratin Potatoes

Check out this recipe for Au Gratin potatoes that will please everyone!
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Beginner’s Guide: Split Squat

The split squat is a terrific exercise for older adults that improves balance and relieves back pain.
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Rembrandt’s Woman Bathing in a Stream

Bart Cornelis, Curator of Dutch and Flemish paintings, 1600-1800, discusses Rembrandt’s ‘A Woman Bathing in a Stream’.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Discovering Alexandria Architecture Walking Tour
Tour starts at the Carlyle House, 121 North Fairfax Street – Saturday, September 21 – 10 – 11:30 a.m. – $20

Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join us for a tour of Alexandria as we explore looking at the various Architecture styles that adorn the city streets and make it one of the best places to live and work.
Reservations are required as space is limited. Please wear comfortable shoes for this 1.5 hour guided tour. Tour is held rain or shine unless there is severe weather. Having trouble registering? Please call 703-549-2997 or email carlyle@nvrpa.org.
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(Rescheduled) Robust Walkathon – Tuesday, September 24 – 10 am – 12 noon – Ben Brenman Park, Alexandria

Join group leaders for a walk to exercise stations to learn how to weave low-intensity exercises into your walks, use environmental objects for exercise, gain balance, strength, agility, flexibility and endurance & meet representatives from Alexandria Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office!
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Senior Living in Alexandria October 16 Event on Smart Aging – Wednesday, October 16, 10 am – Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2701 Cameron Mills Road

On Wednesday, October 16, Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) is having its first event of the 2024/25 Speaker Series on the topic of “Smart Aging” – Readying Your Home and Finances. This is an important issue for older adults as they begin to think about whether they can continue to live in their own homes. Local experts will discuss a variety of topics geared to preparing your home for aging in place or for sale by clearing out the clutter and making helpful modifications as well as getting finances ready for the next stage of life, and community services available to older adults. The event is free and open to the public. Please register by sending an e-mail to events@seniorservicesalex.org or calling SSA at 703 836 4414 ext. 110.

 

 

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On September 19, 2024   /   Events