Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

A Simple Way to Break a Bad Habit

Can we break bad habits by being more curious about them? Psychiatrist Judson Brewer studies the relationship between mindfulness and addiction — from smoking to overeating to all those other things we do even though we know they’re bad for us.
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America’s Test Kitchen – Tasty Roasted Beets

The key to well-seasoned beets lies in prepping them before—rather than after—cooking. Check out this easy recipe.
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10-Minute Better Balance Workout

Check out this easy workout that supports your entire body.
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Spring at the Kew Royal Botanic Gardens

This fascinating time-lapse video lets you watch magnolias, tulips, daffodils, bluebells and blossom trees transform the gardens into a bold and beautiful display of spring color.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Sunshine Readers – An outside book club! Tuesday, June 3:
10:00am – 11:30am –  Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library – Outdoors

Let’s get some fresh air, explore Old Town, and talk about the books we’ve been reading!
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Extinctopedia with Smithsonian Scientists – What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About It
Wednesday, June 4: 2:00pm – 3:00pm –  Virtual

You’re invited to grab your family and friends and join us as Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book, Extinctopedia.
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Senior Law Day – Saturday, June 7 – 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
First Baptist Church, 2932 King Street, Alexandria

Register now for Senior Law Day! It is Senior Services of Alexandria’s annual event, co-sponsored with the Alexandria Bar Association. This year’s theme is “The Cost of Aging: Mental, Physical, Financial and Legal Perspectives” featuring estate planners, financial experts and senior resource specialists sharing their knowledge about the challenges faced by caregivers, the cost associated with healthcare and housing, and the essential documents everyone needs to have in place for estate planning. It is taking place at First Baptist Church, 2932 King Street, Alexandria, from 8:30 am to 12 Noon. You can register now for this popular event on how to age successfully, by emailing events@seniorservicesalex.org or call 703-836-4414, ext. 110.
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On May 29, 2025   /   Events