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.

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National Zoo 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
The National Zoo 12/16 (In-Person)

OSG is heading to the National Zoo for the annual ZooLights! Registration: Entering the National Zoo requires a $6 entry pass for the specific date of attendance, December 16th. You can get your entry pass online HERE. Registering with OSG is not enough! Meetup: Please plan to arrive at the National Zoo by 6pm. We will meet near the Visitor Center, which is by the Connecticut Avenue entrance of the Zoo. You can view the Zoo map here. You can… Read More »The National Zoo 12/16 (In-Person)

Queens Court 1615 18th St N, Arlington
Queens Court Walk 12/18 (In-Person)

Join our Queens Court community for a weekly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. Meet up: We will meet in the Queens Court lobby at 10AM before heading out for our walk. If you arrive late, please message the Queens Court Whatsapp group to determine where we currently are. To prepare: This activity lasts a couple of hours, so please wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring water and a small snack as needed. Sometimes, the group may decide to… Read More »Queens Court Walk 12/18 (In-Person)

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 12/20 (In-Person)

Join our Cadence and Gilliam Place communities for a weekly walk and games at Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ). All are welcome (no matter where you live)! Meet up: There are two walking groups that start at 9:00am, so you can meet them outside the front entrance of either Gilliam Place or the Cadence. You can also meet us directly at TJ around 9:15am. If you are running late, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to determine where we… Read More »Walk to TJ 12/20 (In-Person)

Theodore Roosevelt Island George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Rosslyn
Roosevelt Island 12/22 (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. Meet up: We will meet in front of the bridge at 10AM before heading over to the island. If you arrive late, please message the Roosevelt Island Whatsapp group to determine where we are. To prepare: Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Remember… Read More »Roosevelt Island 12/22 (In-Person)

U.S. Botanic Garden 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington
U.S. Botanic Garden 12/29 (In-Person)

OSG is celebrating the holiday season at the U.S. Botanic Garden! The U.S. Botanical Garden's popular annual holiday display “Season’s Greenings” will feature model trains in the gated outdoor gardens, festive lights throughout the Garden, and the Conservatory will feature poinsettias, holiday decor, and D.C. landmarks made from plants. Meetup: Please plan to arrive at the U.S. Botanic Garden by 11am. We will meet at the Conservatory entrance on Maryland Avenue. Look out for the big glass dome! Transportation: Street… Read More »U.S. Botanic Garden 12/29 (In-Person)

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 1/3 (In-Person)

Join our Cadence and Gilliam Place communities for a weekly walk and games at Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ). All are welcome (no matter where you live)! Meet up: There are two walking groups that start at 9:00am, so you can meet them outside the front entrance of either Gilliam Place or the Cadence. You can also meet us directly at TJ around 9:15am. If you are running late, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to determine where we… Read More »Walk to TJ 1/3 (In-Person)

Queens Court 1615 18th St N, Arlington
Queens Court Walk 1/4 (In-person)

Join our Queens Court community for a weekly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. Meet up: We will meet in the Queens Court lobby at 10AM before heading out for our walk. If you arrive late, please message the Queens Court Whatsapp group to determine where we currently are. To prepare: This activity lasts a couple of hours, so please wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring water and a small snack as needed. Sometimes, the group may decide to… Read More »Queens Court Walk 1/4 (In-person)

Theodore Roosevelt Island George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Rosslyn
Roosevelt Island 1/5 (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. Meet up: We will meet in front of the bridge at 10AM before heading over to the island. If you arrive late, please message the Roosevelt Island Whatsapp group to determine where we are. To prepare: Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Remember… Read More »Roosevelt Island 1/5 (In-Person)

Huntley Meadows Park 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria
Huntley Meadows Park 1/6 (In-person)

Join OSG in exploring Huntley Meadows Park this morning! Meet up: We will meet in the parking lot by the Nature Center at 10am. If you arrive late, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to determine where we currently are. To prepare: Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring a friend! Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the… Read More »Huntley Meadows Park 1/6 (In-person)

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 1/10 (In-Person)

Join our Cadence and Gilliam Place communities for a weekly walk and games at Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ). All are welcome (no matter where you live)! Meet up: There are two walking groups that start at 9:00am, so you can meet them outside the front entrance of either Gilliam Place or the Cadence. You can also meet us directly at TJ around 9:15am. If you are running late, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to determine where we… Read More »Walk to TJ 1/10 (In-Person)

Queens Court 1615 18th St N, Arlington
Queens Court Walk 1/11 (In-person)

Join our Queens Court community for a weekly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. Meet up: We will meet in the Queens Court lobby at 10AM before heading out for our walk. If you arrive late, please message the Queens Court Whatsapp group to determine where we currently are. To prepare: This activity lasts a couple of hours, so please wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring water and a small snack as needed. Sometimes, the group may decide to… Read More »Queens Court Walk 1/11 (In-person)

Theodore Roosevelt Island George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Rosslyn
Roosevelt Island 1/12 (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. Meet up: We will meet in front of the bridge at 10AM before heading over to the island. If you arrive late, please message the Roosevelt Island Whatsapp group to determine where we are. To prepare: Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Remember… Read More »Roosevelt Island 1/12 (In-Person)