Here is your weekly SSA Connection – Hope you enjoy!

The science of making fruits and veggies last longer

It’s a hard nut to crack: in order to prevent food waste, we rely on plastic packaging and refrigeration, which harm the environment. What if we could turn to nature to address these challenges? Engineer and chemist Jenny Du shares how a simple plant-based innovation — using the same elements found in fruit and vegetable peels — can extend the shelf life of produce, while also fighting food waste and spurring a healthier, more sustainable food system.
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Cheese and Spinach Artichoke Dip

Try the Stay-at-Home Chef’s recipe for this yummy dip perfect for fall.
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Lean and Mean 10-Minute Full-Body Pilates Workout
With Denise Austin

This 10-minute standing Pilates workout led by fitness guru Denise Austin is a total body workout that will help you build strength in all your major muscles.
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Adventures in Alexandria: Fire Marks

Check out this video produced by Historic Alexandria about “Fire Marks” and the significance they played in colonial times.
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Upcoming Alexandria Library and Other Events

Classic Car Show – Saturday, September 20, 2025 – 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 
The Lyceum – 201 S. Washington St.

This annual event is held in the museum’s parking lot. Check out classic “orphan” vehicles that are no longer manufactured.
To learn more click here.

              Alexandria Celebrates Women Alex250 Women’s History Tour
Third Saturday of each month
Alexandria Visitor Center, 221 King Street, Alexandria, Start time – 12 noon. 

Alexandria Celebrates Women Vice President Gayle Converse is leading free women’s history walks each month. The walks are part of Alexandria’s “America 250” birthday celebration through 2026. The route will allow you to explore many of the exterior sites associated with a wide array of diverse and courageous women who have been an integral part of Alexandria’s history. We suggest comfortable walking shoes, dressing in layers, and don’t forget your sunscreen and a hat.
To register click here.

Robust Walkathon – Tuesday, September 30 (Rain Date – Oct 2)
10 am – 12 noon – Ben Brenman Park, 4800 Brenman Park Drive

It is time to gear up for fall with a nice walk around Ben Brenman Park. Group leaders will guide walkers through exercise stations weaving low-intensity exercises as you walk. There is a suggested donation of $10. This benefits activities sponsored by the City’s Successful Aging Committee.
To register, call Senior Services of Alexandria at 703-836-4414, ext. 110.

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Family-Friendly Race to Support Senior Services of Alexandria
Sunday, September 28, 2025 at 8:30 am – Potomac Yards Neighborhood

This fun, family-friendly race supports SSA’s mission to help older adults in Alexandria age with dignity, connection, and purpose. Proceeds will directly support vital programs like Meals on Wheels, Groceries to Go, DOT transportation assistance, our Friendly Visitor and AniMeals programs, and much more—including outreach, education, and the Senior Ambassador Program.
To register or sponsor click here.
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On September 18, 2025   /   Education and Community