Harry Potter in the Park
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.
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.
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OSG Book Club
We're reading The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Join our book club to listen to our volunteer Finn Jensen read to the group. The OSG Book Club meets every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are welcome, but please RSVP to receive the Zoom link*. Note: it's not mandatory to purchase the book since it will be read out loud in the group. *Once you've signed up once, no need to sign up every week. We'll automatically send you the zoom link… Read More »OSG Book Club
Reading Circle at Queens Court
Join OSG and APAH at Queens Court for an afternoon of reading with the neighbors. We will meet in the lobby of Queens Court. Contact Donna Budway at donnab@ourstompingground.org for any questions. *Note: things change. Sign-up is mandatory since we will communicate changes of plans via email.
Rosslyn Dinner Club
Our OSG Queen's Court community is getting together on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy dinner together. All are welcome (including those not living at Queens Court), but please RSVP below so that we have a headcount. For our July outing, we'll get sushi at Yuraku and meet in the Queens Court lobby at 5:30 PM to walk from there. Please remember to bring a form of payment. If you have any questions, want to coordinate a carpool, or… Read More »Rosslyn Dinner Club
Roosevelt Island Clean-up
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
Yoga at Gilliam Place
Join OSG in a yoga flow led by our friend Ania Sowińska. This will be an adaptive yoga practice that focuses on the individual needs of each individual rather than forcing positions. We'll meet at Gilliam Place in the community room, please bring your own yoga mat. All are welcome, however, we have a limit of 8 people so please register below as soon as possible. Read more about Yoga at Gilliam here.
Drumming Circle
Join OSG in a musical event where we’ll play drums and create rhythm together. Participants will get a chance to express themselves by playing a multitude of percussive instruments, while also creating a communal sound. Drum circles are known to relieve stress, create community, and… it's just fun to hit a drum! This is an informal gathering and the music is entirely improvised through group listening and interaction. No experience is needed - all are welcome! DETAILS TO ATTEND: Please… Read More »Drumming Circle
Queens Court Walk Around the Block
Join our Queens Court community for a monthly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. We will meet in the Queens Court lobby. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring a friend! Please RSVP below so we have a headcount.
Young Adults Virtual Meet-up
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.
Social Justice Club: Invictus
This week for our Social Justice Club, we're discussing the movie Invictus. The story is based on the 2008 John Carlin book Playing the Enemy: Nelson Mandela and the Game That Made a Nation about the events in South Africa before and during the 1995 Rugby World Cup. All are welcome, and you don't need to have attended previous meetings to join. We just ask that you watch the movie beforehand. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link.
Harry Potter in the Park
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.
Reading Circle at Gilliam Place
Join OSG and APAH at Gilliam Place for an afternoon of reading with the neighbors. This time we'll be joined by the Arlington Public Library who will be handing out books from their book bus! We will meet in the lobby of Gilliam Place. Contact donnab@ourstompingground.org for any questions. Please RSVP below.
