Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

The otters of Singapore — and other unexpected wildlife thriving in cities

Animal behavior expert Philip Johns introduces us to the vibrant urban environments of Singapore, where city dwellers and skyscrapers coexist with a rich array of other species, including otters, hornbills and lizard — prompting the question: Can we design cities to be wildlife refuges?
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How to Make Chef Vincenzo’s Spaghetti Pomodoro Like an Italian!

Watch Chef Vincenzo make a fresh and delicious tomato sauce for pomodoro.
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Let’s Dance

Check out this video on how fun exercise is when you dance.
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Marquis de Lafayette: The Hero of Two Worlds

Marquis De Lafayette was a young and wealthy heir that joined the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary war and then rejoined the French Army in 1781 leading to the July Revolution of 1830.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Lafayette Walking Tours – Saturday, Oct 5 – 10:00 AM

Join public historian and author of Marquis de Lafayette Returns, A Tour of America’s National Capital Region Elizabeth Reese on a 90 minute walking tour retracing Lafayette’s steps from his 1824 visit. Coordinated by the Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee. Click here.

One-On-One Computer Help – at the Barrett Branch – Tuesday, October 8: 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library

Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment. For more information click here.

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 October 3, 2024   /   Events