Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

My Secret to Creating Real Magic

In an infectiously joyous talk, Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi shares the sugary jolt of her first food memory and behind-the-scenes stories of her bakery’s famously inventive cakes, cookies and treats. This talk may make you hungry — but it’ll also leave you a resonant message about how breaking the rules and challenging your assumptions can make for a sweet life.
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Everyday Gourmet Spring Salad

This Spring-inspired salad is fresh, vibrant, and beautiful! It’s easy to make and will make anyone want to eat a salad!
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Silver Sneakers: Find your Balance Workout

Check out this short video with exercises to improve your balance.
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Amazing Dutch Tulip Fields in Keukenhof Gardens, Netherlands

Spring is beautiful time to travel to Holland, and view spectacular flower fields. Millions of tulips and other flowers create an amazing view.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Let’s Talk Books: All Alexandria Reads 2022 – “Infinite Country” by Patricia Engel – Monday, March 14: 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Join us for an engaging discussion of “Infinite Country” by Patricia Engel, one of this year’s selected books for All Alexandria Reads!
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Local Authors’ Panel – Storytelling Across Three Genres – Tuesday, March 15: 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Learn about the writing process through the lens of different genres.
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Burke Book Club – “Mrs. Dalloway” by Virginia Woolf – Wednesday, March 16: 3:00pm – 4:30pm

We’re celebrating Women’s History Month. Join us for a virtual discussion of Virginia Woolf’s “Mrs. Dalloway.”
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Senior Living in Alexandria’s “Community Resources for Older Adults” Workshop – Thursday, March17 at 10 am via Zoom

This month’s “Senior Living in Alexandria” workshop will focus on “Community Resources for Older Adults” to stay in their homes and live independently. Participants will also hear about the city’s Commission on Aging’s “Age Friendly” plan.” It is being updated to reflect the current needs of older adults, and they are looking for community input. SSA staff will discuss its programs and services including Meals on Wheels, Groceries-to-Go, and the Friendly Visitor Programs.
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