Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

How to Live a Meaningful Life

What makes for a meaningful life? Social psychologist Brian S. Lowery explores three ideas tied to the experience of meaning and shows why simply pursuing personal achievements isn’t the best way to find it.
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Preppy Kitchen’s “Carving a Turkey”

Plate the most beautiful Thanksgiving turkey with a guide on How to Carve a Turkey. It may seem intimidating, but some simple steps, a sharp knife, and expert tips make it easy and doable for even novice cooks! You’ll have a beautiful turkey platter in just a handful of easy steps, leaving you time and energy to enjoy your meal with family and friends!
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10-Minute Better Balance Workout

This video of exercises will help give you better balance. Something we all need as we age.
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History of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

A look at the history of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the creation of its iconic balloons and how clowning became a tradition for one family.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Tea Blending Workshop – Lead by Savory Blends Tea Co. – Saturday, November 23: 3:00pm – 4:30pm –  Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library -Second Floor

Unleash your creativity with tea! Join us for a fun educational and highly interactive experience making a tea blend for yourself or as a unique gift!
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Yoga At The Library – with Human Kind Yoga Collective – Monday, November 25: 6:30pm – 7:30pm –  James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library -Beth Patridge Meeting Room

This class is a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where people can explore, learn, play, and evolve together – one breath at a time.
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Senior Services of Alexandria/Beyer Subaru of Alexandria “Share the Love” Campaign blanket donation – November 28 – December 15

Senior Services of Alexandria is again partnering with Beyer Subaru of Alexandria as its local charity for this year’s campaign. As part of the campaign, SSA is collecting blankets for its meals on wheels clients. You can drop off a new blanket at SSA’s office at 206 N. Washington Street, Suite 301 or at the Beyer Subaru dealership at 7416 Richmond Highway in Alexandria.

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