Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

The surprising power of your nature photos

Scott Loarie has a challenge for you: go outside and take a picture of a living thing. He introduces the global community of people building a living atlas of the natural world by sharing their nature photos with scientists — and shows how you can join in on the fun.
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Ina Garten’s Summer Pasta

Try this easy summer pasta recipe for a perfect and tasty dinner or lunch.
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10-Minute Energizing Warm-Up

When you properly prepare your body for any type of exercise, whether you choose cardio or strength training it helps against the risk of injuries. Before your next workout, consider this 10-minute routine that will be sure to warm up your body!
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Inside the Vaults at the National Archives – US Constitution — The “Fifth Page” (Transmittal Page)

The so-called “Fifth Page” of the US Constitution — also known as the Transmittal Page has received the same care as the more famous documents in the Charters of Freedom and is encased in the same type of state-of-the-art oxygen-free encasement as the Declaration of Independence, Constitution pages one to four, and the Bill of Rights.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Specialty Tour: Hamilton’s BFF & Frenemies – Saturday, June 28
at 10 am – Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal St.

Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
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Monday, June 30: 10:15am – 12:00pm
Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library – Meeting Room

Join us to socialize and engage your mind with a game of bingo served with food, prizes, and fun. Registration is required.
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Sunshine Readers – An outside book club! -Tuesday, July 1 – 10:00am – 11:30am
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library – Outdoors

Let’s get some fresh air, explore Old Town, and talk about the latest books we’ve been reading!
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