Events Calendar

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. To prepare: Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Remember to bring gloves and a trash bag if you'd like to pick up trash, but this is optional. Meet up: We will meet in front of the bridge at 10AM before heading over to… Read More »Roosevelt Island Cleanup 4/19 (In-Person)

Let's kick off the weekend with a group fitness class! This session will be hosted by a personal trainer from Spirit Club who is certified by the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Agency (DDA) to work with people of all abilities. To prepare: Please dress comfortably in your athletic wear of choice. Consider bringing water or a sports drink for hydration, and a small snack for after your workout. Meet up: We'll meet in first floor community room at Gilliam Place. Contact:… Read More »Group Fitness with Spirit Club 4/19 (In-Person)

Learn to prepare an easy, nutritious meal through a hands-on cooking class. Today we're going to make black bean brownies! To prepare: There is nothing you need to bring with you in order to participate. Wearing clothes that you don't mind possibly getting stained is advised. 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 Whatsapp group to request access to the… Read More »What’s Cooking? Black Bean Brownies! 4/20 (In-Person)

Join a restorative, mat-based yoga session at the Ovation at Arrowbrook with certified yoga instructor, Garine. Beginners are welcome! To prepare: Please bring your own yoga mat if you have one, but we also have mats for you to borrow. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Meet up: We'll meet in the club room on the first floor of the Ovation. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Herndon Community… Read More »Restorative Yoga at the Ovation 4/20 (In-Person)

Come create art in community at the Ovation each Saturday! This is the first session of 2024, so it's a great opportunity to meet new friends and neighbors and get crafty each week. The group will be led by Garine, our art therapist intern from GW. All ages are welcome! This week, we will be painting landscapes with watercolors. To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. Meet up: Please meet in the… Read More »Landscapes with Watercolor at the Ovation 4/20 (In-Person)

Join our chair yoga class at the Ovation at Arrowbrook with certified yoga instructor, Garine. Beginners are welcome! Meet up: We'll meet in the club room on the first floor of the Ovation. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Herndon Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not an Ovation resident, so you can be let in. To prepare: You won't need a yoga mat for this session. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring… Read More »Chair Yoga at the Ovation 4/22 (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, a snack, and an open mind to hop online and connect with old and new friends. Meet up: This virtual event is hosted every Monday at 5:00 PM by Social Grace, and registration is free. Be sure to… Read More »Young Adult Virtual Meet-up 4/22 (Virtual)

Learn strategies to keep your money safe, and how to save and spend your money in alignment with your personal goals, through an interactive workshop led by students from George Washington University. To prepare: Seats are limited, so please make sure to RSVP below and secure your spot! Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the first floor of Queens Court. When you arrive, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group if you are… Read More »Financial Safety and Budgeting Workshop 4/22 (In-Person)

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 for a weekly social hour via Zoom! Each week, we'll focus on a different theme of conversation, like hobbies, travel, music, goals, and more. To prepare: All you need is yourself, the internet, and an open mind to connect with old and new friends online. 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:… Read More »Cyber Social Hour 4/23 (Virtual)

This week, we're reading "Guilded Mountain" by Kate Manning. 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 4/23 (Virtual)

Join our Cadence and Gilliam Place communities 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: There are two walking groups that start at 9:00am, so you can meet them outside the front entrance of either Gilliam Place or the Cadence. You can also meet us directly… Read More »Walk to TJ 4/24 (In-Person)