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.

Theodore Roosevelt Island George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Rosslyn
Roosevelt Island 5/10 (In-Person)

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 5/10 (In-Person)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Yoga at Gilliam Place 5/10 (In-Person)

Join Our Stomping Ground's chair yoga class at Gilliam Place with certified yoga instructor, Linda. This adaptive yoga practice focuses on individual needs rather than forcing positions. Beginners are welcome! To prepare: Please wear comfortable clothing. Bringing your own yoga mat is optional. Meet up: We'll meet in the Gilliam Place community room on the first floor. Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the OSG Events Whatsapp group to receive important event updates. Weather… Read More »Yoga at Gilliam Place 5/10 (In-Person)

The Arden 2331 Huntington Ave, Alexandria
Mother’s Day Crafting at the Arden 5/11 (In-Person)

Mother's Day is tomorrow, so join our Arden community to make cards celebrating the mothers in our lives! 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: Please meet in the third floor club room at the Arden. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Arden Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you're not an Arden resident, so… Read More »Mother’s Day Crafting at the Arden 5/11 (In-Person)

Ovation at Arrowbrook 13325 Fairfield Ridge Ave, Herndon
Restorative Yoga at the Ovation 5/11 (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 5/11 (In-Person)

Ovation at Arrowbrook 13325 Fairfield Ridge Ave, Herndon
Paint By Number at the Ovation 5/11 (In-Person)

Come create art in community at the Ovation each Saturday! 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 are painting by number to create a summer-themed design. To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn't mind possibly getting stained. Meet up: Please meet in the first floor club room at… Read More »Paint By Number at the Ovation 5/11 (In-Person)

Gilliam Place 918 South Lincoln Street, Arlington
Drum Circle 5/12 (In-Person)

Join OSG to play percussive instruments and create some epic rhythm together. This event is led by our wonderful Gilliam Place partner, Arlington Presbyterian Church. To prepare: Instruments will be provided so no need to bring anything but yourself and maybe a friend! Meet up: We will meet outdoors in the garden outside Gilliam Place at 1pm. Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the OSG Events Whatsapp group to receive important event updates. Weather… Read More »Drum Circle 5/12 (In-Person)

National Museum of Asian Art 1050 Independence Ave. SW, DC
Morning at the Museum 5/13 (In-Person)

Join our Queens Court community to visit the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington D.C. and explore a diverse series of historical and modern exhibits! Meetup: Our walking group will head out from Queens Court at 10am and take the blue/orange/silver metro line together from the Rosslyn metro station to the Smithsonian metro station near the museum. If you are going to meet us directly at the museum, then plan to arrive by 11am. Please note that public parking… Read More »Morning at the Museum 5/13 (In-Person)

Ovation at Arrowbrook 13325 Fairfield Ridge Ave, Herndon
Chair Yoga at the Ovation 5/13 (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 5/13 (In-Person)

Young Adult Virtual Meet-up 5/13 (Virtual)

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 5/13 (Virtual)

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Social Justice Club 5/13 (Virtual)

This week, we're reading and discussing "Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City" by Matthew Desmond. 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. To prepare: You are encouraged to purchase the book, but it is not required to participate in the online discussion. If you're joining us for the first time, please use the… Read More »Social Justice Club 5/13 (Virtual)

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Ask Us Anything about OSG 5/14 (Virtual)

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 the OSG team. To prepare: Simply register to receive the Zoom link via email, and then join us for a presentation and Q&A. 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… Read More »Ask Us Anything about OSG 5/14 (Virtual)