Events Calendar

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 the OSG team. To prepare: Simply register to receive the Zoom link via email, and then join us for a virtual Q&A. Meet up: This is a virtual event so we will meet over Zoom. Please RSVP below if you plan to attend, and you will receive the Zoom link in your email… Read More »Ask Us Anything about OSG 3/5 (Virtual)

Stop by Gilliam Place and enjoy free art making time with art therapist intern, Sarah. Open studio is a time to interact with art materials and express yourself through creativity. To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. Meet up:We'll meet in the second floor community room at Gilliam Place. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group upon arrival if you're not a… Read More »Open art studio 3/5 (In-Person)

Join OSG for a weekly social hour via Zoom! Each week, we'll focus on a different theme of conversation, like hobbies, travel, music, goals, and more. To prepare: All you need is yourself, the internet, and an open mind to connect with old and new friends online. Meet up: This is a virtual event so we will meet over Zoom. Please RSVP below if you plan to attend, and you will receive the Zoom link in your email inbox. Contact:… Read More »Cyber social hour 3/5 (Virtual)

Our OSG Alexandria community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. Each month, we'll choose a restaurant near one of our Alexandria properties. This month, we're going to Ramparts Tavern and Grill near the Waypoint. To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment! Meet up: We'll meet directly at Ramparts Tavern and Grill at 5:30PM. Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Alexandria Dinner Club Whatsapp group to receive important… Read More »Alexandria Dinner Club 3/5 (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)! To prepare: Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring balls, frisbees, and other fun, easily transportable equipment. 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… Read More »Walk to TJ 3/6 (In-Person)

Join our Queens Court community for a weekly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. 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 grab a bite together, so we’d recommend bringing a form of payment if you’d like to purchase something. This is optional though! Meet up: We will meet in the Queens Court lobby at 10AM before… Read More »Queens Court Walk 3/7 (In-Person)

The Tech for Independent Living Team at The Arc of Northern Virginia creates free, fully customized, virtual lessons that support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to create full inclusion and participation in the community. You can find out more about their newly developed app, Arc2Indpendence, in this online demo. Meet up: This free, virtual event is hosted every first Thursday of the month at noon by the Tech for Independent Living Team. Registration: Click here to register for the… Read More »Tech for Independent Living 3/7 (Virtual)

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 3/8 (In-Person)

Join Our Stomping Ground'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… Read More »Yoga at Gilliam Place 3/8 (In-Person)

Embark on a fun-filled journey of creative expression in our dance and theater improvisation class, where spontaneity and movement blend to set your imagination free. 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 the Cadence. When you arrive, please message the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to request access to… Read More »Dance and Theatre Improv at the Cadence 3/9 (In-Person)

Join a restorative, mat-based yoga session at the Ovation at Arrowbrook with certified yoga instructor, Garine. Beginners are welcome! To prepare: Please bring your own yoga mat if you have one, but we also have mats for you to borrow. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Meet up: We'll meet in the club room on the first floor of the Ovation. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Herndon Community… Read More »Restorative Yoga at the Ovation 3/9 (In-Person)

Come create art in community at the Ovation each Saturday! It's a great opportunity to meet new friends and neighbors and get crafty each week. The group will be led by Garine, our art therapist intern from GW. This week, we're crafting personal altars. To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. Meet up: Please meet in the first floor club room at the Ovation at Arrowbrook. A key is needed to enter… Read More »Crafting Personal Altars at the Ovation 3/9