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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The long-awaited summer concert series is here! Today, we’re getting together at Lubber Run Park to enjoy a performance by Munit Mesfin, an Ethio-American singer and songwriter whose musical stylings range from jazz to soul, funk to reggae.
To prepare: There’s seating provided around the stage, but if you want to sit farther away, you should bring a blanket or lawn chair to use on the grass. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks as needed.
Meet up: We’d recommend arriving at Lubber Run Park by 7:30pm so we can find seating at the ampitheater before the concert starts at 8pm. We’ll use the OSG Event Whatsapp group to communicate and locate each other.
Parking: There is free public parking at Lubber Run Park.
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.
*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. Be sure to RSVP so we know to expect you.
Our OSG friends ages 21 and up are invited to OSG Nights– a series for adults to enjoy local nightlife as a crew. This time, we’re hanging out at Alexandria Bier Garden before watching a play, Mark Twain’s “Is He Dead?” at the Little Theatre of Alexandria.
Registration: Please RSVP below so OSG knows to expect you. Everyone attending the play at the Little Theatre of Alexandria must purchase a $21 ticket HERE. The OSG team will be seated in row M.
Meet up: For those who want to socialize and/or have dinner together, we’ll meet at Alexandria Bier Garden (710 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314) at 6:30pm. For those who only want to watch the show, we’ll meet directly at the Little Theatre of Alexandria (600 Wolfe St, Alexandria, VA 22314) at 7:45pm.
To prepare: Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event, as well as payment for any purchases (tickets, food, drinks). Please view the menu for Alexandria Bier Garden beforehand if you like to plan ahead. Note that the show “Is He Dead?” lasts for about 2 hours, including intermission.
Important: Consuming an alcoholic beverage is entirely optional for event participants. Everyone who chooses to drink alcohol is expected to consume in moderation and have arranged safe transportation from this OSG event. Excessive alcohol consumption and unsafe behavior will not be tolerated.
Contact: Please direct questions about this event to the OSG Events Whatsapp group. This is where we will communicate important event updates.
*Note: Sign-up with OSG 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: Coco.
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.
Parking: Paid street parking is available near Queens Court.
*Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or Whatsapp here.
Learn to prepare a delicious and nutritious meal through a hands-on cooking class. Together, we’ll also discuss the historical and cultural background of the dish we’re preparing. Today, we’re going to make Vietnamese Rice Paper Roll-Ups and Dipping Sauce.
To prepare: There is nothing you need to bring with you in order to participate. Wearing clothes that you don’t mind possibly getting stained is advised.
Meet up: Please meet in the 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 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 are creating reflection stones together.
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.
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 are painting by number to create a summer-themed design.
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.
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 are making our very own unique bookmarks.
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 Herndon community is getting together each month to enjoy dinner together. This month, we’re going to Moe’s Southwest Grill.
To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment! You can view the menu here.
Meet up: Please meet directly at Moe’s Southwest Grill at 5:30PM.
Contact: We will communicate changes of plans via Whatsapp, so please join the Herndon Community 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.
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 Thai Square.
Meetup: Please either meet at Gilliam Place at 5:20pm to walk over to the restaurant together or meet directly at Thai Square at 5:30PM.
To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment! You can view the menu here.
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.
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 Silver Diner.
To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment! You can view the Silver Diner’s menu here.
Meet up: We’ll meet directly at The Silver Diner at 5:30PM. 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.