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.
This week, we're reading "Panchinko" by Min Jin Lee. To prepare: You may purchase the book yourself, but it is not required since the host will read out loud in the group. Simply register to receive the Zoom link via email, and then join us to listen and discuss. 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… Read More »Book Club 3/18 (Virtual)
Stop by the Arden and enjoy free art making time with art therapist intern, Julie. 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 third floor community room at the Arden. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the Arden Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you're not… Read More »Open Art Studio at the Arden 3/18 (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 walking 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 3/19 (In-Person)
Our OSG Arlington community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. This month, we're going to Lost Dog Cafe. To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment for your meal. You can find the menu here. Meet up: Please meet directly at the restaurant at 5:30PM. You are responsible for your own transportation! Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start… Read More »Arlington Dinner Club 3/19 (In-person)
Whether you're an artist or just looking for a relaxing time, come color your world with the Waypoint community! Everyone is welcome as we try our best to communicate without words for this quiet coloring event. 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 first floor of the Waypoint. When… Read More »Quiet Coloring at the Waypoint 3/19 (In-person)
Bring your A-game to the Ovation 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: 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… Read More »Game Night at the Ovation 3/19 (In-person)
Step into wellness with our Robinson Community and take a weekly walk at the George Mason University Athletic Fields. To prepare: Please wear comfortable walking shoes and warm clothes, and feel free to bring a friend! Meet up: At 10am, we will meet in the lobby of the Belmont, which is adjacent to the Robinson and remains unlocked. Our group will start our walk on time, so please message the Robinson Community Whatsapp group if you are running late and… Read More »Wellness Walk at the Robinson 3/20 (In-person)
Our Queens Court community and OSG peers are taking the metro together and exploring the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria! Meetup: Our group will meet outside Queens Court at 10am and take the blue metro line together from the Rosslyn station to the King Street-Old Town station. If you want to meet us directly at the King-Street Old Town station, then plan to arrive there by 11am. To prepare: If you're taking the metro, please remember to bring your… Read More »Explore Old Town Alexandria 3/20 (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 3/20 (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 3/20 (In-Person)
Our OSG Fairfax community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. This month, we're going to Banditos Tacos and Tequila. To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment for your meal. You can view the menu here. Meet up: Please meet directly at the restaurant at 5:30PM. You are responsible for your own transportation! Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Robinson Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.… Read More »Fairfax Dinner Club 3/20 (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 for New Members 3/20 (Virtual)
