Our Gilliam Place community is visiting the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington to learn about Black history in our local community and the abolition of slavery in Northern Virginia.

Registration: Visiting this museum is free and does not require any additional tickets after you RSVP with OSG.

Meetup: Our walking group will head out from Gilliam Place at 2pm, so please plan to arrive 15 minutes in advance. You can also meet us directly at the museum at 2:15pm.

To prepare: Everyone is encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle.

Parking: Free street parking near Gilliam Place is available in the parking garage (avoid any spots marked “reserved”) and on Lincoln Street past the roundabout. There is also public parking available in a lot outside the the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington.

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the outdoor event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Queens Court Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Accomodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accomodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

Gather ’round the table for Friendsgiving! It’s time to celebrate friendship, good food, and gratitude. Join OSG at the Cadence for a cozy meal where everyone brings a dish to share.

To prepare: Each person who attends the event must bring at least one item from this menu. There are items requiring various costs and preparation, and any questions about the menu can be directed to claudet@ourstompingground.org directly.

Meet up: We’ll meet in the Cadence community room (lobby level) at 6pm, and we’ll start eating around 6:30pm. A key fob is needed to enter the building, so non-residents must message the Cadence Community Whatsapp group upon arrival for assistance.

Parking: Guest parking at the Cadence is limited, so carpooling and using ride share or public transport is recommended. If you need to park your vehicle, please email josuea@ourstompingground.org in advance of the event for further instructions. Your vehicle is at risk of being towed otherwise!

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Accomodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accomodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

You’re invited to a movie night with our Waypoint community! We’ll be watching Inside Out 2 (rated: PG).

To prepare: Please feel free to bring snacks, blankets, or anything you need to be comfortable.

Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the first floor of the Waypoint. When you arrive, please message the Waypoint Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building.

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Parking: Free guest parking is available both at the Waypoint and at Fairlington Presbyterian Church next door.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Waypoint Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

Our art therapy groups are a place to express yourself, connect with others, and discover the therapeutic power of creativity. Today’s session will be led by Julie, one of our art therapist interns from George Washington University.

To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn’t mind possibly getting stained.

Meet up: We’ll meet in the lobby-level community room at Queens Court. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the Queens Court Whatsapp group chat upon arrival if you need to be let in.

Parking: Paid street parking is available nearby Queens Court. There is no free guest parking at this time.

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the outdoor event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Queens Court Whatsapp group chat to receive important event updates and stay in touch.

Accomodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accomodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Please RSVP so we know to expect you.

Our art therapy groups are a place to express yourself, connect with others, and discover the therapeutic power of creativity. Today’s session will be led by Julie, one of our art therapist interns from George Washington University.

To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn’t mind possibly getting stained.

Meet up: We’ll meet in the lobby-level community room at Queens Court. A key fob is needed to access the building, so please message the Queens Court Whatsapp group chat upon arrival if you need to be let in.

Parking: Paid street parking is available nearby Queens Court. There is no free guest parking at this time.

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the outdoor event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Queens Court Whatsapp group chat to receive important event updates and stay in touch.

Accomodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accomodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Please RSVP so we know to expect you.

Let’s capture the magic of autumn leaves together through an afternoon of crafting at the Arden!

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: This event will be taking place in the community room on the third floor of the Arden. When you arrive, please message the Arden Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building.

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Parking: Limited free parking is available in the Arden garages, but a parking pass is required. Please email annae@ourstompingground.org to reserve a parking pass in advance of this event. There is additional paid parking at the Huntington Metro Station nearby. Your vehicle is at a high risk of being towed if parked on the street!

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Arden Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

Bring your A-game to the Cadence and join us to play video and board games in the community room!

To prepare: OSG will be providing several board games and a few video games compatible with the Nintendo Switch for everyone to share, but you’re welcome to bring your own favorite games as well!

Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the lobby level of the Cadence. When you arrive, please message the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building.

Parking: Guest parking at the Cadence is limited, so carpooling and using ride share or public transport is recommended. If you need to park your vehicle, please email josuea@ourstompingground.org in advance of the event for further instructions. Your vehicle is at risk of being towed otherwise!

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Accommodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accommodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

Bring your A-game to the Cadence and join us to play video and board games in the community room!

To prepare: OSG will be providing several board games and a few video games compatible with the Nintendo Switch for everyone to share, but you’re welcome to bring your own favorite games as well!

Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the lobby level of the Cadence. When you arrive, please message the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building.

Parking: Guest parking at the Cadence is limited, so carpooling and using ride share or public transport is recommended. If you need to park your vehicle, please email josuea@ourstompingground.org in advance of the event for further instructions. Your vehicle is at risk of being towed otherwise!

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Accommodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accommodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

Bring your A-game to the Cadence and join us to play video and board games in the community room!

To prepare: OSG will be providing several board games and a few video games compatible with the Nintendo Switch for everyone to share, but you’re welcome to bring your own favorite games as well!

Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the lobby level of the Cadence. When you arrive, please message the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to request access to the locked building.

Parking: Guest parking at the Cadence is limited, so carpooling and using ride share or public transport is recommended. If you need to park your vehicle, please email josuea@ourstompingground.org in advance of the event for further instructions. Your vehicle is at risk of being towed otherwise!

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Cadence Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Accommodations: At OSG, our staff are not direct service providers, so we ask that each participant attending an event brings any personal support they may need for their well-being and engagement. This may include, but is not limited to, caregivers, communication partners, or mobility aids. That said, with prior notice, we can arrange group-wide accommodations during event planning. These might include ensuring wheelchair-accessible routes or selecting allergen-safe menus. Additional accommodations are available upon request, though they may not be listed here. To discuss your specific needs and help us make our events more inclusive, please contact us at claudet@ourstompingground.org with the subject line “Accommodation Request.”

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.

Enjoy a spooky weekend at Alexandria’s Fall-O-Ween Fest featuring a costume parade, holiday arts & crafts, pets costume parade, desserts & treats and more.

Meetup: Our group will head out from the Arden at noon and take the REX bus to John Carlyle Square. It’s important to be on time if you want to travel together!

To prepare: To ride the bus, you need to bring your SmarTrip Card, or your Metro Access Card and a government id. As always, please bring a water bottle and dress comfortably for the weather.

Weather Cancellation: In case of unsafe weather conditions, an announcement will be made on Whatsapp at least 2 hours prior to the start of the in-person event.

Parking: Limited free guest parking is available in the Arden garages, but a parking pass is required. Please email josuea@ourstompingground.org to reserve a parking pass in advance of this event. There is additional paid parking at the Huntington Metro Station nearby. Your vehicle is at a high risk of being towed if parked on the street!

Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Arden Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.