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.
We are grateful and honored to be the beneficiaries of Arlington Presbyterian Church’s Garden Variety Show once again! Join us in the garden at Gilliam Place for a fun evening of community, food, and music by Project Locrea. We’d love for you to bring family and friends—the more the merrier!
This month's Stomping Zoomies event is going to be at the International Spy Museum for their first sensory friendly program designed exclusively for adults (18 years and up) and their friends and family! What might be a mission impossible visit during normal operating hours is now mission possible! On this special night, the Museum will host a private social hour for adults with sensory differences and their friends and/or family followed by exclusive access to the exhibits. Guests are welcome to… Read More »Access to Spy
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
Meet with John and City Center NOVA residents and friends every Tuesday, weather permitting, from 4-5 pm for a shared reading of Harry Potter, book one.
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
Learn the nuts and bolts of how to lease-up at one of the OSG communities. We currently have two communities opened in Alexandria and Arlington and are expecting four more opening in 2022 with leasing starting now until the Fall. Webinar hosts include OSG Board Members, Jeannie Cummins of DBHDS, and a housing representative. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. All are welcome! Please use our contact form should you have any questions.
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 firm believers that community extends beyond the people in our lives – it also encompasses the world we live in and our individual impact on the environment. To that end, 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. Details for attending: We will meet in front of the bridge before heading over to… Read More »Roosevelt Island Clean Up
Witches and wizards, goblins and ghouls, it’s time to get ready for our Halloween Spooktacular! Join us on October 28th from 7 - 11 PM at the Fairlington Presbyterian Church, 3846 King St. Alexandria, VA 22302. Everyone 16 and over is welcome. Step into an evening full of devilishly good fun, unexpected surprises, and otherworldly treats. Tickets include food, drinks, Halloween candy (d’oh, of course), plus an option to take a spin in an authentic DeLorean (yes, just like the one in… Read More »[SOLD OUT] Halloween Spooktacular
Join us for a monthly Healthy Hangout at Lubber Run Park for a lively walk and engaging conversations! The Healthy Hangout is hosted every last Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM by Social Grace. Registration is free - just sign up, meet us at the amphitheater at Lubber Run Park, and have fun! Please RSVP so we know to expect you, and email info@ourstompingground.org with any questions. *Note: We will communicate any changes via email and our Whatsapp group… Read More »Healthy Hangout
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
