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.
Learn the nuts and bolts of how to lease-up at one of the OSG communities. We currently have two communities opened in Alexandria and Arlington and are expecting four more opening in 2022 with leasing starting now until the Fall. Webinar hosts include OSG Board Members, Jeannie Cummins of DBHDS, and a housing representative. Please register below to receive the Zoom link. All are welcome! Please use our contact form should you have any questions.
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.
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
Witches and wizards, goblins and ghouls, it’s time to get ready for our Halloween Spooktacular! Join us on October 28th from 7 - 11 PM at the Fairlington Presbyterian Church, 3846 King St. Alexandria, VA 22302. Everyone 16 and over is welcome. Step into an evening full of devilishly good fun, unexpected surprises, and otherworldly treats. Tickets include food, drinks, Halloween candy (d’oh, of course), plus an option to take a spin in an authentic DeLorean (yes, just like the one in… Read More »[SOLD OUT] Halloween Spooktacular
Join us for a monthly Healthy Hangout at Lubber Run Park for a lively walk and engaging conversations! The Healthy Hangout is hosted every last Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM by Social Grace. Registration is free - just sign up, meet us at the amphitheater at Lubber Run Park, and have fun! Please RSVP so we know to expect you, and email info@ourstompingground.org with any questions. *Note: We will communicate any changes via email and our Whatsapp group… Read More »Healthy Hangout
This week for our Social Justice Club we're reading and discussing the book Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning by Cathy Park Hong. "Poet and essayist Cathy Park Hong fearlessly and provocatively blends memoir, cultural criticism, and history to expose fresh truths about racialized consciousness in America. Part memoir and part cultural criticism, this collection is vulnerable, humorous, and provocative—and its relentless and riveting pursuit of vital questions around family and friendship, art and politics, identity and individuality, will change… Read More »Social Justice Club
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.
Book: "On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous" by Ocean Vuong. You're welcome to purchase the book yourself but it is not required since the host will read out loud in the group. When: Every Tuesday at 7PM Where: Zoom. If you'd like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we'll send it automatically thereafter. *** All are welcome! About the book: On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to a mother who… Read More »Book Club
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 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.
What: Dinner Club Where: Saigon Noodles, 1800 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201. Meet in the Queens Court lobby at 5:15 PM to walk from there. When: November 2nd at 5:15 PM *** Our OSG Queen's Court community is getting together on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy dinner together. All are welcome (including those not living at Queens Court)! For our November outing, we'll be going to Saigon Noodles (1800 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201) and meet in… Read More »Rosslyn Dinner Club
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
Join Our Stomping Ground's yoga flow class at Gilliam Place. This adaptive yoga practice focuses on individual needs rather than forcing positions. Beginners are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mat if you have one. This event is free, but space is limited. Please RSVP to secure your spot.
