SSA Connection - December 9th! - Senior Services of Alexandria

Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

Let’s E Ageism

It’s not the passage of time that makes it so hard to get older. It’s ageism, a prejudice that pits us against our future selves — and each other. Ashton Applewhite urges us to dismantle the dread and mobilize against the last socially acceptable prejudice. “Aging is not a problem to be fixed or a disease to be cured,” she says. “It is a natural, powerful, lifelong process that unites us all.”
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Beth’s Overnight Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

These make-ahead cinnamon rolls are perfect to serve for company or just for you! Click here.

Winter Walk at the Natural History Museum

Join Fred Rumsey, Botanist at the Natural History Museum as he goes in search of wildlife on a winter woodland walk.
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Legend of the Poinsettia

Watch this short video about the legend of the Poinsettia and how it came to the United States.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Careful Knitting – Thursday, December 9- 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Join Careful Knitting online to socialize and share projects while we knit and crochet.
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Tales and Ales – Tuesday, December 14 – 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Join us virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of the month to discuss a book and join with a drink of your choice. This month we will be meeting virtually and discussing the bestseller ‘The Overstory’. If you are having trouble getting a copy of this title please contact Ruth at rrasby@alexlibraryva.org. Click here.

Duncan Book Group Holiday Get Together – Wednesday, December 15 – 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Hang out for an hour and give the gift of book recommendations! Recommend your favorite book of 2021 and connect with other book enthusiasts. Click here.