SSA Connection – November 19th!

How to Unlock your Flirting Superpowers What’s the right way to flirt? According to love coach Francesca Hogi, it doesn’t have to be shallow or creepy — it can be a genuine chance for human connection. In this smart, playful talk, she gives a much-needed rethink on flirting that will help you feel confident, spark chemistry and maybe even find love. Click here.

Ree Drummond’s Cornbread Dressing and Turkey Gravy This is one of the Pioneer Woman’s favorite recipes for Thanksgiving. Click here.           Exercises to Lower your Blood Pressure Daily exercise not only helps control high blood pressure but it also helps manage your weight, strengthen your heart and reduce stress. In today’s video, we’re going to get moving with some fun, low-impact cardio exercises, which can often be used in the management of high blood pressure. Click here.     Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum What is the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum and how did it become a museum? This short video covers the basics. Click here.

Upcoming Events

Trans-Atlantic Book Club: Alexandria & Helsingborg –
Reading Tove Jansson
Tuesday, November 25: 1:00pm – 2:00pm – Virtual

Join participants from Alexandria and our Sister City Helsingborg, Sweden for a virtual discussion of two short stories by Tove Jansson in English. Registration required.
Click here.

Agenda Alexandria’s November Program: “We All Get Old: Let’s Get Ready” – Monday, November 25 – 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Minnie Howard Campus, 3775 W. Braddock Road in the Forum Room

The November program will be focusing on the challenges of aging in Alexandria and addressing a wide variety of potential challenges that face those who are aging and their families. A moderated panel will discuss many of the expected and unexpected issues that arise and often surprise those finding themselves dealing with planning for caregiving, legal planning, and digital safety.
To learn more click here.

Swedish Coffee Culture Event – Sunday – Nov 23, 3-5 p.m –
Buzz Bakeshop – 901 Slaters Lane

Join the Alexandria Sister Cities Committee to learn about Swedish Coffee culture (fika)! As part of Alexandria’s sister city relationship with Helsingborg, Sweden, this event celebrates a beloved Swedish tradition.
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