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.

Thomas Jefferson Community Center Thomas Jefferson Community Center 3501 2nd St S, Arlington
Walk to TJ 7/10 (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 7/10 (In-Person)

The Waypoint 2451 Menokin Dr, Alexandria
Game Night at the Waypoint 7/10 (In-Person)

Twice a month, OSG is hosting a Waypoint Wednesday at...you guessed it...the Waypoint! For this week, join us to play video and board games in the community room! To prepare: OSG will be providing several board games and a few video games compatible with the Nintendo Switch for everyone to share, but you're welcome to bring your own favorite games as well! Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the first floor of the… Read More »Game Night at the Waypoint 7/10 (In-Person)

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Tech for Independent Living 7/11 (virtual)

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 7/11 (virtual)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Open Art Studio at Gilliam Place 7/11 (In-Person)

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 first 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… Read More »Open Art Studio at Gilliam Place 7/11 (In-Person)

Cafe Rio 330 Elden St, Herndon
Herndon Dinner Club 7/11 (In-Person)

Our OSG Herndon community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. This month, we're going to Cafe Rio! To prepare: You are responsible for paying for your own meal at the restaurant, so please bring a form of payment! You can view the menu here. Meet up: Please meet directly at Cafe Rio at 5:30PM. Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Herndon Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates. Weather… Read More »Herndon Dinner Club 7/11 (In-Person)

Theodore Roosevelt Island George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Rosslyn
Roosevelt Island 7/12 (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. 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 7/12 (In-Person)

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T.G.I.F Yoga 7/12 (Virtual)

T.G.I.F! Let's start the weekend on a relaxing note with a virtual yoga class hosted monthly by Pathfinders Autism and Child's Heart Yoga. Registration: Since this event isn't hosted by OSG, please register HERE. You only need to register once to sign up for the whole series and have access to each monthly session. To prepare: Be sure you have access to a computer and a comfortable space to move your body. Wearing comfortable clothing is encouraged. Meet up: This… Read More »T.G.I.F Yoga 7/12 (Virtual)

Arlington Mill Community Center 909 S Dinwiddie St, Arlington
Movie on the Pike 7/12 (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 Hairspray (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 drinks… Read More »Movie on the Pike 7/12 (In-Person)

The Cadence 4333 Arlington Blvd, Arlington
Dance and Theatre Improv at the Cadence 7/13 (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 the Cadence. When you arrive, please message the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building. Parking: Guest parking at the Cadence is… Read More »Dance and Theatre Improv at the Cadence 7/13 (In-Person)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Drum Circle 7/14 (In-Person)

Join OSG to play percussive instruments and create some epic rhythm together. This time, everyone who signs up will have the opportunity to build their own drum with supplies provided by our wonderful Gilliam Place partner, Arlington Presbyterian Church. To prepare: Instruments and supplies to build your own drum will be provided, so you don't need to bring anything to participate. Please be sure to RSVP below so we know how many people to prepare for. Meet up: We will… Read More »Drum Circle 7/14 (In-Person)

Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC
Morning at the Museum 7/15 (In-Person)

Join our Queens Court community to visit the National Museum of American History in Washington D.C. and explore a variety of historical and modern exhibits! Meetup: Our walking group will head out from Queens Court at 10am and take the blue/orange/silver metro line together from the Rosslyn metro station to the Smithsonian metro station near the museum. If you are going to meet us directly at the museum, then plan to arrive by 11am. Please note that public parking is… Read More »Morning at the Museum 7/15 (In-Person)

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Young Adult Virtual Meet-up 7/15 (Virtual)

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. To prepare: All you need is yourself and an open mind to hop online and connect with friends. Meet up: This virtual event is hosted every Monday at 5:00 PM by Social Grace, and registration is free. Be sure to RSVP to receive the Google… Read More »Young Adult Virtual Meet-up 7/15 (Virtual)