Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

The inside story of Notre-Dame’s incredible reconstruction

In a moment that stunned the world in 2019, the famed Notre-Dame in Paris went up in flames, threatening the future of the centuries-old Gothic treasure. Philippe Villeneuve, the chief architect of the cathedral’s restoration, recounts the collective effort to bring the building back to life while honoring its history.
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Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes

Learn how to make homemade ice cream without an ice cream machine. All you need is 3-4 ingredients and 5 minutes of work. Once you try this homemade ice cream, you’ll never buy ice cream again!
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New to Yoga? Start Here

Yoga is for everybody and every body. Here’s what you need to know.
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Today at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
How do king tides affect ocean animals?

During king tides at the Monterey Bay, you can see the highest highs and the lowest lows when it comes to sea level along the coast—a powerful reminder of nature’s rhythm. How do animals adjust to these extreme conditions? Dive in to find out!
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Back by Popular Demand: “Hamilton’s BFF & Frenemies”
Returns to Gadsby’s Tavern Museum
every Saturday from July 5 through July 26,10 – 11 am

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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Handcraft Tuesday – Weekend Edition – Saturday, July 19 – 2:00 – 4:00pm
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library – Large Meeting Room

Attention all handcrafters! Join us to share what you are working on, see what others are creating, and just chat while we craft together!
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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 residents who are 60 or above 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 program 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.
To register or sponsor click here.
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On July 17, 2025   /   Education and Community