Events Calendar

Enjoy a spooky weekend at Alexandria's Fall-O-Ween Fest featuring a costume parade, holiday arts & crafts, pets costume parade, desserts & treats and more. Meetup: Our group will head out from the Arden at 3pm and take the Yellow metro line from the Huntington station to the King St - Old Town station. We cannot wait for latecomers! If you're running late, please text the Arden Community Whatsapp group to find out where we are so you can catch up.… Read More »Arden Adventure: Alexandria Fall-O-Ween 11/2 (In-Person)

Our Queens Court community is visiting the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington D.C. to deepen our understanding of history, honor the memory of those affected, and reflect on the lessons that still resonate today. Registration: You MUST reserve a ticket for $1 from the museum website to participate in this event. Choose the 11am slot. You can do so HERE. Meetup: Our walking group will head out from Queens Court at 10am and take the blue/orange/silver metro line together… Read More »Morning at the Museum 11/4 (In-Person)

Our art therapy groups are a place to express yourself, connect with others, and discover the therapeutic power of creativity. Today's session will be led by Julie, one of our art therapist interns from George Washington University. To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. Meet up: We'll meet in the lobby-level community room at Queens Court. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the Queens Court Whatsapp… Read More »Group Art Therapy at Queens Court 11/4 (In-Person)

Our art therapy groups are a place to express yourself, connect with others, and discover the therapeutic power of creativity. Today's session will be led by Victoria, an art therapist intern from George Washington University. 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 club room at the Ovation. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the Ovation Whatsapp group upon… Read More »Group Art Therapy at the Ovation- 11/4 (In-Person)

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 11/4 (Virtual)

This week, we’re discussing Season 4, Episode 6 of the podcast “Serial.” This series is about a history of Guantánamo told by people who lived through key moments in Guantánamo’s evolution, who know things the rest of us don’t about what it’s like to be caught inside an improvised justice system. 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… Read More »Social Justice Club 11/4 (Virtual)

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 11/6 (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 11/7 (Virtual)

Let’s capture the magic of autumn leaves together through an afternoon of crafting at the Arden! To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. All supplies will be provided for free to participants. Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the third floor of the Arden. When you arrive, please message the Arden Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building. Weather Cancellation: In case… Read More »Autumn Artistry at the Arden 11/7 (In-Person)

Our art therapy groups are a place to express yourself, connect with others, and discover the therapeutic power of creativity. Today's session will be led by Victoria, one of our art therapist interns from George Washington University. To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. Meet up: We'll meet in the lobby-level community room at the Cadence. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the Cadence Whatsapp group… Read More »Group Art Therapy at the Cadence 11/7 (In-Person)

Bring your A-game to the Cadence and 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 lobby level of the Cadence. When you arrive, please message the Cadence Community… Read More »Game Night at the Cadence- 11/7 (In-Person)

New to our community? Join our orientation webinar to learn about what OSG does and how you can get involved! To prepare: Simply register to receive the Zoom link via email, and then join us for a virtual presentation. 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: Please email info@ourstompingground.org with any questions pertaining to… Read More »OSG Orientation 11/7 (Virtual)