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.
Calling all dedicated film enthusiasts! The OSG Film Club meets virtually once a month to watch and discuss a “classic” movie of choice. In October, the group’s pick is The Godfather (1972). Please register to receive the Zoom link. All are welcome! If you’d like to join the What’s App group to keep in touch with other club members, please use this link.
Join us for a weekly virtual meet-up for adults between the age of 18-35. Each week we'll discuss a different topic such as getting out of your comfort zone or learning to work with others. All you need is yourself, a snack, and an open mind to hop online and connect with old and new friends. Meet-ups are hosted every Monday at 5:00 PM by Social Grace and registration is free - just sign up, sign on and have fun.… Read More »Young Adult Virtual Meet Up
This week for our Social Justice Club we're reading and discussing the book Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning by Cathy Park Hong. "Poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong fearlessly and provocatively blends memoir, cultural criticism, and history to expose fresh truths about racialized consciousness in America. Part memoir and part cultural criticism, this collection is vulnerable, humorous, and provocative—and its relentless and riveting pursuit of vital questions around family and friendship, art and politics, identity and individuality, will change… Read More »Social Justice Club
We're reading On Earth We are Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong. The OSG Book Club meets every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are welcome! You're welcome to purchase the book yourself but it is not required since the host will read out loud in the group. If you'd like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we'll send it automatically thereafter. About the book: On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to… Read More »Book Club
October 5th 2-3pm Do you want a customer service job? Do you need or want a job with flexible hours? Join us to learn about employment at Amazon! Meet Staffing Coordinator Jose as he explains what opportunities are available at Amazon. Positions vary. Schedules include full time, part-time, or seasonal. Visit amazon.com/hourlyjobsnearme for more information about the jobs, schedules, and pay.
A recent article about a study examining the connection between dance and autism was published in the Virginia Tech Magazine and included the following statement: "People with autism often lack social skills and struggle to understand others' feelings." Some autistic self-advocates in our community who disagree with this statement are drafting a letter to correct these assumptions made about autistics, and would love for their peers to add their voices to the conversation. An Autistic Self-Advocates Forum will be held… Read More »Autistic Self-Advocates Forum
New to Our Stomping Ground? Not sure where to start in the housing process? Confused about waivers? Ask all your questions in this open Zoom meeting with OSG Board Member and parent Donna Budway and OSG Programming and Community Coordinator Claude Thomas. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link and email info@ourstompingground.org with any questions.
We're reading On Earth We are Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong. The OSG Book Club meets every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are welcome! You're welcome to purchase the book yourself but it is not required since the host will read out loud in the group. If you'd like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we'll send it automatically thereafter. About the book: On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to… Read More »Book Club
Calling all dedicated film enthusiasts! The OSG Film Club meets virtually once a month to watch and discuss a “classic” movie of choice. In October, the group’s pick is The Godfather (1972). To watch this month's film with the group, participants will need to have their own access to the following: 1) a (free!) Rave account (LINK) 2) a Prime Video account Please register below to receive the Zoom link. All are welcome! *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate… Read More »Film Club
Join us for a weekly virtual meet-up for adults between the age of 18-35. Each week we'll discuss a different topic such as getting out of your comfort zone or learning to work with others. All you need is yourself, a snack, and an open mind to hop online and connect with old and new friends. Meet-ups are hosted every Monday at 5:00 PM by Social Grace and registration is free - just sign up, sign on and have fun.… Read More »Young Adult Virtual Meet Up
This week for our Social Justice Club we're reading and discussing the book Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning by Cathy Park Hong. "Poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong fearlessly and provocatively blends memoir, cultural criticism, and history to expose fresh truths about racialized consciousness in America. Part memoir and part cultural criticism, this collection is vulnerable, humorous, and provocative—and its relentless and riveting pursuit of vital questions around family and friendship, art and politics, identity and individuality, will change… Read More »Social Justice Club
We're reading On Earth We are Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong. The OSG Book Club meets every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are welcome! You're welcome to purchase the book yourself but it is not required since the host will read out loud in the group. If you'd like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we'll send it automatically thereafter. About the book: On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to… Read More »Book Club
