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 for our Social Justice Club, we're discussing the movie Milk. The film follows the story of Harvey Milk and his struggles as an American gay activist who fought for gay rights and became California's first openly gay elected official. All are welcome, and you don't need to have attended previous meetings to join. We just ask that you watch the movie beforehand. You can stream it on PrimeVideo here. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link.
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 and our future Waypoint community for a restaurant outing to Ramparts Tavern & Grill. All are welcome, but please RSVP below so that we have a headcount. We'll meet at The Waypoint at 5 PM and walk over or you can meet a Ramparts (1700 Fern Street, Alexandria, VA 22302).
Our Stomping Ground has partnered with BikeArlington to make sure everyone has access to easy transportation for exploring, exercise, getting to work, and all other needs. Join us to learn how to use the local bikeshare, the routes available and to get a major discount on an annual membership for just $5.
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
We're not waiting until opening day to get moving at our newest Waypoint community! Join us for a monthly stroll with friends beginning at the Waypoint Apartments and heading to Fort Ward Park. All are welcome to join, but we ask that you please sign up so we know to expect you. See you there! DETAILS: Every first Saturday of the month at 10 AM Address on Google Maps can be a tad wrong. Please use 2451 Menokin Dr., Alexandria,… Read More »Waypoint Walk
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.
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.
We're reading The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Join our book club to listen to our volunteer Finn Jensen read to the group. The OSG Book Club meets every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are welcome, but please RSVP to receive the Zoom link*. Note: it's not mandatory to purchase the book since it will be read out loud in the group. *Once you've signed up once, no need to sign up every week. We'll automatically send you the zoom link… Read More »OSG Book Club
Join OSG and APAH at Queens Court for an afternoon of reading with the neighbors. We will meet in the lobby of Queens Court. Contact Donna Budway at donnab@ourstompingground.org for any questions. *Note: things change. Sign-up is mandatory since we will communicate changes of plans via email.
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), but please RSVP below so that we have a headcount. For our July outing, we'll get sushi at Yuraku and meet in the Queens Court lobby at 5:30 PM to walk from there. Please remember to bring a form of payment. If you have any questions, want to coordinate a carpool, or… 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
