Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

How art teaches you to approach the unfamiliar

What is the role of art in bringing change to society? How can the act of drawing a portrait combat intolerance? In this poignant talk, visual artist Daniel Connell shares his understanding of how art has been at the center of his work in advocacy for migrants and displaced people in Australia and India.
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Cacio e Pepe with the Preppy Kitchen 

Learn how to make this Italian classic.
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Meditation with Silver Sneakers

A little something different with this gentle meditation.
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Remembering Rosie the Otter at the Monterey Bay Aquarium

The Monterey Aquarium lost Rosie the beloved sea otter a few months ago. At 24 years old, Rosa was the oldest resident otter at the Aquarium and one of the most experienced surrogate moms, having raised 15 stranded sea otter pups in her time at the aquarium. Click here.

Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Mindful Living: An Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation – Saturday, August 17: 10:00am – 11:15am –  James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library – Beth Patridge Meeting Room

An in-person meditation workshop for anyone and everyone.
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 City to Honor Centenarians on September 10!

The City of Alexandria will honor its Centenarian residents at a special event on Tuesday, September 10 at 5 pm at City Hall in the Vola Lawson lobby. Residents being honored must be 100 or older years of age by December 31, 2024. If you are a Centenarian or know someone who is, we want to honor you!
For more information, call Senior Services of Alexandria at 703-836-4414, ext. 110 or click here.

Traditional Music at The Lyceum

The fall season of traditional music at the Lyceum starts on September 24th.
To view the entire schedule and order tickets, click here.

Senior Services of Alexandria Wants to Hear from You!

Senior Services of Alexandria has been supporting older adults with services for 56 years! As we plan for the future, we want to hear from the community on how we are doing and what could we do better.
Please click here to complete a short survey. Your opinion matters and we look forward to your feedback.
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On August 15, 2024   /   Events