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.
Come bury your nose in a book with OSG, APAH and our younger friends and neighbors. All are welcome! We will meet in the lobby of Queens Court. Contact Donna Budway at donnab@ourstompingground.org for any questions. *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or Whatsapp here.
Our OSG Arlington community is getting together on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy dinner together. Each month, we'll choose a restaurant near one of our Arlington properties. All are welcome (no matter where you live)! For this month's outing, we'll be going to Kabobistan (3400 VA-244, Arlington, VA 22204). Please meet in the Gilliam Place lobby at 5:15PM to walk together from there, or meet us directly at the restaurant at 5:30PM. Please remember to bring a… Read More »Arlington Dinner Club 2/1 (In-Person)
Please join us on February 2, 2023 at the Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (the JCC) for the launch of their 10th annual ReelAbilities Film Festival, featuring an art sale and film screening that includes members of the OSG community. ART SALE OPENS AT 6:00 PM Original-signed, matted art from 26-year-old Amrit Khurana–an artist from Noida, India who has non-speaking autism. Proceeds from the art sale will support Amrit and OSG. FILM SCREENING AT 7:00 PM The Reason… Read More »ReelAbilities: Art Sale & Film Screening Supporting OSG (In Person)
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 2/3 (In-Person)
Where: Gilliam Place (918 S Lincoln St, Arlington, VA 22204); We'll meet in the Community Room What: Create in community through group art therapy sessions every Friday afternoon! We will explore using various art mediums that will encourage self expression and creativity! The art mediums will range from fluid, such as watercolors and paints, to 3D sensory stimulating mediums, such as clay and sculpture materials. IMPORTANT: Some protective materials and aprons will be available since the art supplies can be… Read More »Art Therapy with Hannah 2/3 (In Person)
Join our Waypoint community for a monthly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. We will meet outside the Waypoint building, right by Fairlington Presbyterian Church. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring a friend! *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or Whatsapp here.
What: Doing Art Together (DARTT) is an inclusive space where participants with DD do arts and crafts together with an enthusiastic team of Arlington high school students. When: Every Saturday, starting on Feb 4th at 10:30am (skipping February 13th) we will be doing an art project planned by our leadership team. Where: DARTT will be in a virtual (Zoom) and in-person format on alternating weeks. For in-person sessions, the group will meet at Yorktown High School (5200 Yorktown Blvd, Arlington,… Read More »DARTT: Doing Art Together 2/4 (Virtual)
Roses are red, violets are blue, let’s make a homemade dinner for two (or three or four…)! Enjoy a scrumptious Valentine’s meal on February 5 from the comfort of your home, partially prepared by you and award-winning Chef Danilo Orofino - owner of Orofino in Fredericksburg. Chef will guide you through the final preparations of a delicious four-course meal, paired with three hand-selected Italian wines from our friends at Impero Wine Distributors VA. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW DETAILS Deadline: Purchase… Read More »Valentine’s Day Dinner
Where: Queens Court When: 1st Monday Monthly Join our Queens Court community for a monthly walk around the neighborhood and local trails. We will meet in the Queens Court lobby. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and feel free to bring a friend! Please RSVP below so we have a headcount. *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or WhatsApp here.
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. Meet up: All you need is yourself, a snack, and an open mind to hop online and connect with old and new friends. To prepare: Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link directly from Social Grace. They are our phenomenal partner hosting this event! Contact… Read More »Young Adult Virtual Meet-up
This week for our Social Justice Club we're reading and discussing the book See No Stranger-- A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love by Valarie Kaur. In all the following Social Justice Club meetings we'll continue the book until the end. You're welcome to purchase the book yourself but it is not required to attend. If you'd like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we'll send it automatically thereafter. *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will… Read More »Social Justice Club 2/6 (Virtual)
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.
