Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

Your Elusive Creative Genius

Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses — and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person “being” a genius, all of us “have” a genius.
It’s a funny, personal and surprisingly moving talk.
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Christmas Snowball Cookies

These favorite holiday cookies are so easy to make that anyone can do it!
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Silver Sneakers Exercises to Help Arthritis

Did you know that regular physical activity can help those who live with osteoarthritis feel better, lose extra pounds, reduce joint pain, combat fatigue, and boost overall health? The good news is that you don’t need to run a marathon, or be a bodybuilder to reduce arthritis symptoms through exercise.
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Frank Sinatra “Jingle Bells”

Sing along with Frank Sinatra to this holiday favorite “Jingle Bells.”
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Low Vision Resource Group – Learn about Guide Dogs! – Friday, December 17: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Join Leslie Hoskins as she talks the process of guide dog training and how to learn to use a guide dog.
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Cooking with Kole – Holidays Ideas! – Saturday, December 18: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

 

Join Kole for an online cooking class with some holiday recipe ideas straight to your own kitchen!
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Burke Friends Ongoing Booksale – Wednesday, December 22: 10:00am – 7:00pm – Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

The Burke Friends ongoing book sale is back with a new look and location!
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Free Employment Services – Workforce Development Center –

Wednesday, December 22: 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library