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.

Lubber Run Park 200 N Columbus St, Arlington
Lubber Run Concert 7/19 (In-Person)

The long-awaited summer concert series is here! Today, we're getting together at Lubber Run Park to enjoy a performance by The 257th Army Band, also known as the “The Band of the Nation’s Capital." They are the official musical ambassador for the D.C. Army National Guard! Meet up: The concert is taking place at the Lubber Run Park Amphitheater. Although the concert starts at 8:00pm, we'd recommend arriving at Lubber Run Park by at least 7:30pm so we can find… Read More »Lubber Run Concert 7/19 (In-Person)

Arrowbrook Center Park 2351 Field Point Rd, Herndon
Concert at Arrowbrook Park 7/20 (In-Person)

The long-awaited summer concert series is here! Today, we're getting together at Arrowbrook Centre Park to jam out to Steven Bundick (musical genre: R&B). To prepare: Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets since this is an outdoor event and seating isn't provided. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks as desired. Meet up: Although the concert starts at 7:30pm, we recommend getting there early. Anyone who wants to walk over from the Ovation together should meet… Read More »Concert at Arrowbrook Park 7/20 (In-Person)

Queens Court 1615 18th St N, Arlington
Explore Old Town Alexandria 7/22 (In-Person)

Join our Queens Court community as we take the metro together and explore the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria. Meetup: Our group from Queens Court will meet outside the building at 10am and take the blue metro line together from the Rosslyn station to the King Street-Old Town station near Old Town Alexandria. To prepare: If you're taking the metro, please remember to bring your SmarTrip Card, or your Metro Access Card and a government id. Another option is… Read More »Explore Old Town Alexandria 7/22 (In-Person)

The Waypoint 2451 Menokin Dr, Alexandria
What’s Cooking? Tacos and Nachos! 7/24 (In-Person)

Join us for a hands-on cooking class designed for beginners! Learn to prepare a delicious and nutritious meal as we guide you step-by-step through making tacos and nachos. To prepare: There is nothing you need to bring with you in order to participate. Wearing clothes that you don't mind possibly getting stained is advised. Meet up: Please meet in the community room at the Waypoint. If you're not a resident, please message the Waypoint Community Whatsapp group so you can… Read More »What’s Cooking? Tacos and Nachos! 7/24 (In-Person)

Queens Court 1615 18th St N, Arlington
Queens Court Movie Night 7/26 (In-Person)

You're invited to a movie night with our Queens Court community! Together we'll watch this month's group pick: Thor: Love and Thunder. This movie is rated PG-13. To prepare: Please feel free to bring snacks, blankets, or anything you need to be comfortable. Meet up: Please arrive by 6:00 PM and message the Movie Night Whatsapp group since a key is needed to enter the building. After everyone has settled in, the movie will start promptly at 6:15PM. Weather Cancellation:… Read More »Queens Court Movie Night 7/26 (In-Person)

Wegmans 150 Stovall St, Alexandria
Grocery Get-Together 7/27 (In-Person)

Get your weekly grocery shopping done at Wegmans while enjoying the company of your neighbors from the Arden! Meet up: Please meet outside the front entrance of the Arden by 10am so we can make it to the bus stop in time. We will take the Richmond Highway Express (REX) bus to Wegmans. We won't be able to wait for late-comers! To prepare: Please review the following information carefully. Public Transport: If you're riding the bus, please bring at least… Read More »Grocery Get-Together 7/27 (In-Person)

Arrowbrook Center Park 2351 Field Point Rd, Herndon
Concert at Arrowbrook Park 7/27 (In-Person)

The long-awaited summer concert series is here! Today, we're getting together at Arrowbrook Centre Park to jam out to Rythmaya Bollywood (genre: Indian music and dance). To prepare: Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets since this is an outdoor event and seating isn't provided. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks as desired. Meet up: Although the concert starts at 7:30pm, we recommend getting there early. Anyone who wants to walk over from the Ovation together… Read More »Concert at Arrowbrook Park 7/27 (In-Person)

Reston Community Center of Lake Anne 1609-A Washington Plaza N, Reston
Walk at Lake Anne 7/30 (In-Person)

Join our Ovation friends for a weekly walk around Lake Anne! You are welcome to set your own pace based on your preference for a relaxed stroll or invigorating movement. To prepare: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring a water bottle. Meet up: We'll meet outside the Reston Community Center of Lake Anne (near the Intersection of Village and North Shore Dr.) by 4pm. If you arrive late, please message the Ovation Community Whatsapp group to find out… Read More »Walk at Lake Anne 7/30 (In-Person)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Yoga at Gilliam Place 8/2 (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 8/2 (In-Person)

Frying Pan Farm Park 2739 West Ox Road, Herndon
Fairfax County Carnival 8/3 (In-Person)

Step right up to the Fairfax County Carnival, where fun, excitement, and community come together! Meet up: We will meet near the entrance of the carnival at 11am to enter together. If you arrive later, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to find out where we currently are. To prepare: Although admission to the fair is free, you will need to bring a form of payment if you want to buy tickets for rides or anything to eat or… Read More »Fairfax County Carnival 8/3 (In-Person)

Arlington Mill Community Center 909 S Dinwiddie St, Arlington
Movie on the Pike 8/9 (In-Person)

Every summer, the Columbia Pike Move series offers a free movie under the stars on Friday nights. Tonight, we're getting together at the Arlington Mill Community Center to watch Top Gun (rated PG)! Meet up: The movie showing is taking place at the Arlington Mill Community Center. Although the movie starts at 8pm, we recommend arriving early to find seating. To prepare: There's nothing you need to bring in order to participate. Feel free to bring your own snacks and… Read More »Movie on the Pike 8/9 (In-Person)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Dance and Theatre Improv at Gilliam Place 8/10 (In-Person)

Embark on a fun-filled journey of creative expression in our dance and theater improvisation class! To prepare: There is nothing you need to bring with you in order to participate. Wearing comfortable clothing and layers is advised. Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the first floor of Gilliam Place. When you arrive, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building. Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather… Read More »Dance and Theatre Improv at Gilliam Place 8/10 (In-Person)