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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Come create art in community at the Ovation each Saturday! This is the first session of 2024, so it’s a great opportunity to meet new friends and neighbors and get crafty each week. The group will be led by Garine, our art therapist intern from GW. All ages are welcome! This week, we will be painting landscapes with watercolors.

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

Meet up: Please meet in the first floor club room at the Ovation at Arrowbrook. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Herndon Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not an Ovation resident, so you can be let in.

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 Herndon Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Parking: Guest parking is available on the street as well as in the Ovation garage. Please avoid the parking lot across from the Ovation entrance as you will get towed!

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

Twice a month, OSG is hosting a Waypoint Wednesday at…you guessed it…the Waypoint! For this week, join us to play board games and video games in the community room!

To prepare: You don’t have to bring anything in order to participate, but, you’re welcome to bring your own games. Any video games compatible with the Nintendo Switch are especially encouraged.

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.

Come create art in community at the Ovation each Saturday! It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends and neighbors and get crafty each week. The group will be led by Garine, our art therapist intern from GW. All ages are welcome! This week, we will create tactile collages that are cool to look at AND touch.

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

Meet up: Please meet in the first floor club room at the Ovation at Arrowbrook. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Herndon Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not an Ovation resident, so you can be let in.

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 Herndon Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Parking: Guest parking is available on the street as well as in the Ovation garage. Please avoid the parking lot across from the Ovation entrance as you will get towed!

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

Twice a month, OSG is hosting a Waypoint Wednesday at…you guessed it…the Waypoint! For this week, join us to watch the film Won’t You Be My Neighbor (rated PG-13). Dinner from District Taco will also be provided!

To prepare: Please feel free to bring snacks, blankets, or anything you need to be comfortable. You are welcome to enjoy dinner from District Taco, which will be available for all movie viewers!

Meet up: Please meet in the first floor community room at the Waypoint. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Waypoint Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not a Waypoint resident, so you can be let in.

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.

Come check out adapted roller skating at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center (TJ)! This event will also feature a bounce house and a DJ for your enjoyment. We hope to see everyone there!

Registration: There is a $5 entrance fee per person, which must be paid in advance HERE. Please also RSVP with OSG so we know to expect you.

To prepare: Roller skates will be provided to everyone, and skate walkers are also available for those who need a little more assistance on the rink. You may consider wearing a helmet for safety, but it is not required.

Meet up: Please meet at the Thomas Jefferson Community Center at 5:30pm.

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 OSG Events Whatsapp group to receive important event updates and stay connected with the group.

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

Come create art in community at the Ovation each Saturday! It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends and neighbors and get crafty each week. The group will be led by Garine, our art therapist intern from GW. All ages are welcome! This week, we will be painting by numbers to create a spring-themed piece of art.

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

Meet up: Please meet in the first floor club room at the Ovation at Arrowbrook. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Herndon Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not an Ovation resident, so you can be let in.

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 Herndon Community Whatsapp group to receive important event updates.

Parking: Guest parking is available on the street as well as in the Ovation garage. Please avoid the parking lot across from the Ovation entrance as you will get towed!

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

Our OSG Alexandria community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. Each month, we’ll choose a restaurant near one of our Alexandria properties. This month, we’re going to El Rancho Latin Grill.

To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment! You can view the El Rancho Latin Grill menu here.

Meet up: We’ll meet directly at El Rancho Latin Grill at 5:30 PM.

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

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

IMPORTANT: There are limited spots for this event so you MUST RSVP with the total number of people you’re coming with in order to participate.

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

Join OSG on a field trip to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center and explore the air and space exhibit in Chantilly!

Registration: Admission to the museum is free and no tickets are required. You only need to RSVP with OSG so we know to expect you.

To prepare: Please bring a water bottle with you, but no other outside food or drink will be allowed. You should also bring a form of payment (debit or credit card) if you want to purchase any food or drink items from the museum.

Meet up: We will meet at the museum entrance by 11:30am. If you arrive late, please message the OSG Events Whatsapp group to determine where we currently are.

Transportation: You are responsible for planning your transportation to the museum. If you’d like to take the bus from the Ovation at Arrowbrook with OSG’s Community Builder, Anna, please meet at the Ovation entrance at 10:45am. Anna will take the Fairfax Connector 938 bus, which should be about a 25-minute trip, including the walk to the bus stop. Those riding the bus can expect to return to the Ovation around 4pm. Be sure to bring your government ID and one of the following: SmarTrip Card, Metro Access Card, or cash.

Parking: For those driving directly to the museum, parking will cost $15.

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

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.

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

You’re invited to a movie night with our Queens Court community! Together we’ll watch this month’s group pick: The Ratatoille.

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

Meet up: Please arrive by 6:00 PM and message the Movie Night Whatsapp group since a key card is needed to enter the building. After everyone has settled in, the movie will start promptly at 6:15PM.

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 Movie Night Whatsapp group to receive important event updates and stay in touch.

*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or Whatsapp here.

Our OSG Arlington community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. Each month, we’ll choose a spot near one of our Arlington properties. This month, we’re going to Pho Saigon Pearl.

Meetup: Please either meet at Gilliam Place at 5:10pm to walk over to the restaurant together or meet directly at Pho Saigon Pearl at 5:30PM.

To prepare: Please look at the restaurant options here if you’d like to plan where you want to order from. You are responsible for paying for your own order, so please remember to bring a form of payment!

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

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

IMPORTANT: There are limited spots for this event so you MUST RSVP with the total number of people you’re coming with in order to participate.

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