Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

Could we speak the language of dolphins?

For 28 years, Denise Herzing has spent five months each summer living with a pod of Atlantic spotted dolphins, following three generations of family relationships and behaviors. It’s clear they are communicating with one another — but is it language? She shares a fascinating new experiment to test this idea.
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Watermelon Salad

If you’re looking for an easy, super refreshing summer dish that comes together in like 15 minutes, this Mediterranean Watermelon Salad is your ticket!
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Silver Sneakers

Get a Stronger Core

A stronger core gives your spine the support it needs—and helps you look slimmer instantly! Give your abdominals and back some love with this core workout.
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Summer Solstice and Equinox

Watch this short video talk about the difference between solstice and equinox.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Summer Solstice Meditation – Saturday, June 22: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library – Beth Patridge Meeting Room

The summer solstice is here! Join us for a special presentation from Amy K, where participants will learn how to use the summer energies to manifest their intentions for the coming months.
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Strong Men & Women in Virginia’s History – Traveling Exhibition from the Library of Virginia – Monday, June 25: 10:00am – 8:00pm – Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library

Strong Men & Women in Virginia’s History is a traveling exhibition honoring African Americans for their contributions to the Commonwealth from the Library of Virginia.
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Specialty Tour, Hamilton’s BFFs & Frenemies – Jun 28, 2024 at 6:30 pm

Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
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