Harry Potter in the Park
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.
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.
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Reading Circle at Gilliam Place
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 Gilliam Place. Contact Donna Budway at donnab@ourstompingground.org for any questions. *Note: Sign-up is mandatory since we need a headcount and may need to cap the number of reservations. Additionally, things may change. We'll communicate these changes via email and our Whatsapp group here.
Book Club
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 cannot read. Written… Read More »Book Club
Trivia Night
Get your thinking caps on - it's time for trivia! Join your OSG friends as we compete for bragging rights. There will be 3 categories are Science, Thanksgiving, and Marvel All are welcome, and please invite your friends to sign up as well. Register to receive the Zoom link to your email.
Travel Training Webinar (Virtual)
What: One-on-one travel training Where: Zoom. Are you interested in using local public transportation but maybe are unsure of the logistics involved? Have you never traveled alone, or feeling nervous in general? One-on-one travel training with an experienced professional may be for you! Join us for a Zoom webinar to learn more about qualification requirements, the application process, and how the travel training program can help you become a confident and capable commuter. *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any… Read More »Travel Training Webinar (Virtual)
Ask Us Anything
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.
Veterans Day – OSG Closed
OSG will be closed on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We will see you next week!
Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up
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. All you need is yourself, a snack, and an open mind to hop online and connect with old and new friends. Meet-ups are hosted every Monday at 5:00 PM by Social Grace and registration is free - just sign up, sign on and have fun.… Read More »Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up
Social Justice Club
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
Harry Potter in the Park
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.
Gilliam Place Dinner Club
What: Dinner Club Where: Lost Dog Cafe, 2920 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204. We will met outside Gilliam Place at 5:15 PM to walk together from there. When: November 17th at 5:15 PM *** Our OSG Gilliam Place community is getting together on the third Thursday of every month to enjoy dinner together. All are welcome (including those not living at Gilliam Place)! For our November outing, we'll be going to Lost Dog Cafe and meet outside Gilliam Place at… Read More »Gilliam Place Dinner Club
Roosevelt Island Clean Up
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
