Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

What is Possible when Art Belongs to Everybody

With huge, city-wide casts from an array of communities, theater director Lear deBessonet’s productions illuminate the unique power of the arts to transform our lives through collective expression. She explores the power of spectacle to inspire awe, connect individuals and heal loneliness with tangible, life-changing results.
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Stay-at-Home Chef Blueberry Pancakes

Blueberry pancakes are a special treat. Check out this recipe for a delicious breakfast or dinner!
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8-Minute Exercise to Help with Stability and Balance

Stability and balance are important as we age. Here is a simple exercise program to help.
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The National Gallery‘s 10-Minute Art Talk

Cool off in the Swiss Alps, as Christopher Riopelle explains why he’s not surprised this painting by Ferdinand Hodler could be one of your favorites.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Senior Academy Fall Session – September 4, 11, 18 and 25

SSA is excited to offer the Senior Academy to Alexandria residents and employees 60 and older starting on Wednesday, September 4. This four-week session takes place every Wednesday morning from 10:00 am to 12 is a great way to learn about all the services and programs the city has to offer to older adults, how the city operates, and become engaged in your community in a variety of ways. To learn more and register for this free program
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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
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Trivia Nights at Historic Sites: Summer Olympics – Lee-Fendall House Museum, 614 Oronoco Street – Friday, July 26 – 7-9 p.m.

The Lee-Fendall House Museum and Carlyle House Historic Park have combined their random nerd knowledge to create bi-weekly trivia nights in the beautiful gardens located at Lee-Fendall House. Join us all summer to test your knowledge on all things from pop culture to history! The theme of our July 26th trivia night will be Summer Olympics.
Tickets can be purchased online.

One-On-One Computer Help – at the Barrett Branch – Tuesday, July 30 – 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library

Barrett Library has a volunteer available on Tuesdays to help with computer and technologies use. Appointments are available at 5 PM and 6 PM. Please call 703-746-1721 to schedule an appointment.
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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 July 25, 2024   /   Events