SSA Connection – January 8th!

The spiritual wisdom we need for a planet in crisis As cascading climate challenges reshape our world, the most resilient systems are ones we often overlook. Ecological futurist Tariq Al-Olaimy has seen this firsthand in disaster-stricken communities, where church basements, mosque yards and temple networks form a “spiritual infrastructure” that sustains people long before formal aid arrives. Click here.

Baked Eggplant Parmesan Check out the Stay-at-Home Chef’s recipe for delicious baked eggplant parmesan with crispy coated eggplant slices smothered in cheese and marinara. Click here.       The Quick Core Workout for Older Adults Keep your core strong with this bodyweight workout you can do anywhere. Click here.     Colored Rosemont Historic Marker Click on the short video to learn the history of the Colored Rosemont historic neighborhood. Click here.

Upcoming Events

Let’s Talk Books – “You Will Never Be Me” by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Monday, January 12: 7:00pm – 7:55pm
Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -Barrett Virtual Room

Please join Let’s Talk Books to read and discuss “You Will Never Be Me” by Jesse Q. Sutanto!
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Gadbys Tavern Games Night: Bicentennial Mania – Friday, January 23
6 – 9:30 p.m – 134 N. Royal Street

Join us for our Game Night series. Each Friday evening features tavern games, with a brief themed presentation and pub trivia around 7:30 p.m. Cash bar available during the event.
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Senior Services of Alexandria’s January 21st Speaker Series:
Resilience and Renewal: Caregiver Workshop
Wednesday, January 21 – Beatley Library – 5005 Duke Street

Caring for a loved one is a rewarding but often challenging journey. Join Senior Services of Alexandria for a special event designed to help family caregivers with practical tools, expert advice and local resources. A panel of experts will guide you through essential strategies for maintaining your own well-being while providing the best care for others. It is a free event, but please register at events@seniorservicesalex.org or call 703-836-4414, ext. 110.