Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

An interview with the Queen of Creole Cuisin

Leah Chase’s New Orleans restaurant Dooky Chase changed the course of American history over gumbo and fried chicken. During the civil rights movement, it was a place where white and black people came together, where activists planned protests and where the police entered but did not disturb — and it continues to operate in the same spirit. She passed away in 2019.
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Gordon Ramsey’s Gazpacho

Check out this recipe for a cold gazpacho that is perfect for the summer heat!
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Cardiac Workout with Coordination Drills

Try this exercise video that combines cardio with coordination exercises.
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Van Gogh at the New York Botanical Garden

Vincent van Gogh’s classic paintings are being brought to life at the New York Botanical Garden. CBS News New York’s Erica Lunsford takes us inside the new exhibit, now open to the public.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Calligraphy Workshop – Saturday, July 12: 11:30am – 12:30pm
 Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library – Meeting Room

Are you curious about learning in calligraphy? Join us to learn and practice different styles each session at Burke!
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Alexandria City Fireworks – Saturday, July 12 – 6-9:45 p.m., free admission
Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison St.)

Celebrate Alexandria’s 276 Anniversary at the annual fireworks display in Old Town.
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Register Now for the Fall Senior Academy – Wednesday, September 3 and every Wednesday morning during the month of September.

Senior Services of Alexandria’s Senior Academy is taking place this fall during the month of September. it is a 4-week class for older adults who are 60 or older to learn about how the city operates, what programs and services are available to older adults in the City of Alexandria, and how you can become engaged in your community. The Wednesday morning sessions are from 10 am to Noon. It a free event for those residing or working in the City of Alexandria.
To learn more and to register click here. If you have questions, call 703-836-4414, ext. 110.

RUN! GEEK! RUN Family-Friendly Race to Support Senior Services of Alexandria – Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 8:30 am – 1005 Mt Vernon Avenue, Alexandria.

This fun, family-friendly race supports SSA’s mission to help older adults in Alexandria age with dignity, connection, and purpose. Proceeds will directly support vital programs like Meals on Wheels, Groceries to Go, DOT transportation assistance, our Friendly Visitor and AniMeals programs, and much more—including outreach, education, and the Senior Ambassador Program.
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On July 10, 2025   /   Education and Community