Events Calendar

Every first Wednesday night of the month, the Queens Court community and Our Stomping Ground are gathering together and heading to the restaurant of the group's choosing. For October we'll head to Saigon Noodles and Grill. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new friends, connect with old ones, try local Rosslyn restaurants and indulge your inner-foodie! Saigon Noodles and Grill (1800 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201) LINK to Restaurant  *Note: Sign-up is mandatory since we need a headcount and… Read More »Rosslyn Dinner Club

A recent article about a study examining the connection between dance and autism was published in the Virginia Tech Magazine and included the following statement: "People with autism often lack social skills and struggle to understand others' feelings." Some autistic self-advocates in our community who disagree with this statement are drafting a letter to correct these assumptions made about autistics, and would love for their peers to add their voices to the conversation. An Autistic Self-Advocates Forum will be held… Read More »Autistic Self-Advocates Forum

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

In the parking lot at the Kenmore Middle School 200 S Carlin Springs Road, Arlington VA 22204 Event Page * * * * *   Years of data tell us that people with disabilities are more likely to encounter law enforcement than typically developing peers, and more likely to struggle to navigate that interaction. We’re here to help you get ready for any police interactions so you feel safer and readier, and to give officers a chance to learn directly from… Read More »Practice Emergency Interactions

Join OSG and our future Waypoint community for a restaurant outing to 1823 Pub. All are welcome! We'll meet at The Waypoint at 5 PM and walk over or you can meet at 1823 Pub. (3737 Seminary Rd Alexandria, VA 22304). *Note: Sign-up is mandatory since we need a headcount and may need to cap the number of reservations. Additionally, things may change. We'll communicate these changes via email and our Whatsapp group here.

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.

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.

Join OSG and APAH at Queens Court for an afternoon of reading with our younger friends and neighbors. All are welcome! We will meet in the lobby of Gilliam Place. Contact Donna Budway at donnab@ourstompingground.org for any questions. *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes via email and our Whatsapp group here.

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

For October's Gilliam Place Dinner Club we'll head to The Broiler. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new friends, connect with old ones, try local Arlington restaurants and indulge your inner-foodie! Location: The Broiler ( 3601 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204). LINK *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes via email and our Whatsapp group here.

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

Calling all dedicated film enthusiasts! The OSG Film Club meets virtually once a month to watch and discuss a “classic” movie of choice. In October, the group’s pick is The Godfather (1972). To watch this month's film with the group, participants will need to have their own access to the following: 1) a (free!) Rave account (LINK) 2) a Prime Video account Please register below to receive the Zoom link. All are welcome! *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate… Read More »Film Club