Events Calendar

Our Stomping Ground offers a variety of programs including book clubs, games nights, art and fitness classes and more. We are always adding new events. Be sure to explore our calendar and register for those programs that are of interest. Some events are open to just residents of a specific community, some are open to residents and Friends of OSG, and others are open to anyone in the Northern VA area.

Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center 10209 Main St, Fairfax
Fairfax Fall Festival 10/12 (In-Person)

Celebrate the fall season with more than 400 arts & crafts, food vendors, three stages of music, and entertainment for all ages at the Fairfax Fall Festival! Meet up: We will meet outside the Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center at noon, before the group explores the rest of the festival. A map of the festival grounds and attractions can be found HERE. If you need support locating the group, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group chat to find out… Read More »Fairfax Fall Festival 10/12 (In-Person)

Reston Town Square Park 12034 Town Square St, Reston
Walk at Reston Town Center 10/15 (In-Person)

Join our Ovation friends for a weekly walk around Reston Town Center! You are welcome to set your own pace based on your preference for a relaxed stroll or invigorating exercise. To prepare: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring a water bottle. Meet up: We'll meet at the Reston Town Square Park by 4pm. If you arrive late, please message the Ovation Community Whatsapp group to find out where we are. Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather… Read More »Walk at Reston Town Center 10/15 (In-Person)

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 10/16 (In-Person)

Join our Gilliam Place community for a weekly walk and games at Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ). All are welcome (no matter where you live)! To prepare: Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring balls, frisbees, and other fun, easily transportable equipment. Meet up: You can either meet our walkling group outside the front entrance of Gilliam Place on Lincoln Street at 9am or meet us directly at TJ around 9:15am. If you are running late, please… Read More »Walk to TJ 10/16 (In-Person)

Cox Farms 15621 Braddock Rd, Centreville
Cox Farm Festival 10/19 (In-Person)

Come experience the magic of autumn at the Cox Farm Fall Festival! From hayrides and corn mazes to live music and tasty treats (and so much more), there’s truly something for everyone. Registration: Admission to the festival costs $25, and tickets must be purchased from Cox Farm HERE. Registering with OSG is not enough, this just gives us a headcount for our group. Meet up: We will meet by the tall windmill to the left of the festival entrance at… Read More »Cox Farm Festival 10/19 (In-Person)

Longbridge Aquatics and Fitness Center 333 Long Bridge Drive, Arlington
Fitness Fieldtrip 10/21 (In-Person)

Join our Queens Court community for a trip to the Longbridge Aquatics and Fitness Center! You'll have the option of using the pool and/or gym, depending on your preferences. Meetup: Our walking group will head out from Queens Court at 10am and take the blue metro line together from the Rosslyn metro station to the Crystal City metro station near Longbridge. If you'd like to meet us directly at Longbridge, then plan to arrive after 11:00am. There is metered parking… Read More »Fitness Fieldtrip 10/21 (In-Person)

Reston Town Square Park 12034 Town Square St, Reston
Walk at Reston Town Center 10/22 (In-Person)

Join our Ovation friends for a weekly walk around Reston Town Center! You are welcome to set your own pace based on your preference for a relaxed stroll or invigorating exercise. To prepare: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring a water bottle. Meet up: We'll meet at the Reston Town Square Park by 4pm. If you arrive late, please message the Ovation Community Whatsapp group to find out where we are. Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather… Read More »Walk at Reston Town Center 10/22 (In-Person)

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 10/23 (In-Person)

Join our Gilliam Place community for a weekly walk and games at Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ). All are welcome (no matter where you live)! To prepare: Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring balls, frisbees, and other fun, easily transportable equipment. Meet up: You can either meet our walkling group outside the front entrance of Gilliam Place on Lincoln Street at 9am or meet us directly at TJ around 9:15am. If you are running late, please… Read More »Walk to TJ 10/23 (In-Person)

Queens Court 1615 18th St N, Arlington
Explore Old Town Alexandria 10/28 (In-Person)

Our Queens Court community and OSG peers are taking the metro together and exploring the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria! Meetup: Our group will meet outside Queens Court at 10am and take the blue metro line together from the Rosslyn station to the King Street-Old Town station. If you want to meet us directly at the King-Street Old Town station, then plan to arrive there by 11am. To prepare: If you're taking the metro, please remember to bring your… Read More »Explore Old Town Alexandria 10/28 (In-Person)

Reston Town Square Park 12034 Town Square St, Reston
Walk at Reston Town Center 10/29 (In-Person)

Join our Ovation friends for a weekly walk around Reston Town Center! You are welcome to set your own pace based on your preference for a relaxed stroll or invigorating exercise. To prepare: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring a water bottle. Meet up: We'll meet at the Reston Town Square Park by 4pm. If you arrive late, please message the Ovation Community Whatsapp group to find out where we are. Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather… Read More »Walk at Reston Town Center 10/29 (In-Person)

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 10/30 (In-Person)

Join our Gilliam Place community for a weekly walk and games at Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ). All are welcome (no matter where you live)! To prepare: Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring balls, frisbees, and other fun, easily transportable equipment. Meet up: You can either meet our walkling group outside the front entrance of Gilliam Place on Lincoln Street at 9am or meet us directly at TJ around 9:15am. If you are running late, please… Read More »Walk to TJ 10/30 (In-Person)

Theodore Roosevelt Island George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Rosslyn
Roosevelt Island 11/1 (In-Person)

Please join us as we work together to clean up Roosevelt Island- one of D.C.’s jewels. This is a great opportunity to learn about this historical landmark, create new friendships, and protect our community. To prepare: Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Remember to bring gloves and a trash bag if you'd like to pick up trash, but this is optional. Meet up: We will meet in front of the bridge at 10AM before heading over to… Read More »Roosevelt Island 11/1 (In-Person)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Yoga at Gilliam Place 11/1 (In-Person)

Join OSG's chair yoga class at Gilliam Place with certified yoga instructor, Ania. This adaptive yoga practice focuses on individual needs rather than forcing positions. Beginners are welcome! To prepare: Please wear comfortable clothing. Bringing your own yoga mat is optional. Meet up: We'll meet in the Gilliam Place community room on the first floor. Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the OSG Events Whatsapp group to receive important event updates. Weather Cancellation: In… Read More »Yoga at Gilliam Place 11/1 (In-Person)