SSA Connection – December 4th!

Wicked’s costume designer on how to tell stories with clothes If you’ve ever been swept away by the worlds of “Wicked,” “Hamilton” or “West Side Story,” you’ve seen Paul Tazewell’s breathtaking costumes. The Oscar-winning designer (whose work features in “Wicked: For Good”) explores the subconscious language of clothing and how it shapes who we view as heroes — and who we view as villains. Click here.

Easy Vegetable Soup Recipe | Beyond Easy! We are back with another yummy soup recipe from the Preppy Kitchen that will keep you warm and satisfied on these cold December days! Click here.             Easy Exercises to Power Up Your Day Movement snacks are short bursts of exercise that can help rev up your energy level and lift your mood. Here are four good ones to try. Click here. Learn More About the Gunboat Philadelphia with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History Visitors to our National Museum of American History can observe conservation work in real time, carried out by a team of underwater archeologists and maritime conservators from Texas A&M’s Nautical Archaeology Program. The Gunboat Philadelphia is the oldest boat from the American Revolution. Click here.

Upcoming Events

Scottish Walk – December 6 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Old Town Alexandria

Alexandria was founded in 1749 by Scottish merchants and was named after Scotsman John Alexander who owned the land that became Alexandria. Today, the city continues celebrating its heritage with the iconic Alexandria Scottish Christmas Walk Parade. Dozens of Scottish clans dressed in colorful tartans parade through the streets of Old Town.
For more info, click here.

Winter Crafts & Carols – Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
614 Oronoco St. – Saturday, December 13 – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Experience the joys of the winter season at the Lee-Fendall House! Create, craft, and carol in this fun and festive community event. Entry times are on the hour starting at 11:00 AM with the last time at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $10 per adult and $5 per child (ages 2+). Children under 2 are admitted for free.
To purchase tickets, click here.

SSA Community Shopping Event with Ten Thousand Villages
915 King Street – Monday, December 8 – 4-7 pm

Get a jump on your holiday shopping while supporting Alexandria’s older adults at Ten Thousand Villages. It is a great place to find unique gifts from around the world! If you shop between 4-7 pm, a percentage of your sales will go to support SSA’s programs. Thank you!