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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Valentine’s Day is next week, so join our Arden community to create cards for the people we love! You’re also welcome to bring your own craft and hang out.

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: Please meet in the third floor club room at the Arden. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Arden Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not an Arden 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: 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.

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, each one of you can create a personalized hand mold and take home a one-of-a-kind sculpture.

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.

Join OSG as we celebrate the opening night of the 11th Annual Film Festival, hosted by ReelAbilities – an organization dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives, stories, and artistic expressions of people with disabilities through film.

To prepare: You can review a summary of each of the 4 short films that will be played HERE.

Registration: To register for this free event, please follow THIS link. Tickets can be selected towards the bottom of the page.

Meet-up: We will meet at the Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (JCC) at 7pm.

Contact: Please join the OSG Events Whatsapp group to ask questions about this event and 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: Registration is mandatory. Be sure to reserve your ticket in advance for this event.

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 Ballston Quarter.

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!

Meetup: Please meet at level C within Ballston Quarter at 5:30PM. This is a food court with several restaurants to order from. Everyone will order their own food from their restaurant of choice, and then we can sit and eat together in the dining hall.

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 Arlington Dinner Club Whatsapp group to receive important event updates and stay in touch.

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.

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’ll complete a simple and straightforward paint by numbers activity.

To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn’t mind getting paint on and could possibly be 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 free in the lot directly in front of the Ovation.

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

Unwind at the end of your day with our gentle breathing and stretching class for a soothing experience that promotes relaxation.

To prepare: There is nothing you need to bring in order to participate. Wearing comfortable clothing and bringing a water bottle is advised.

Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the first floor 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.

*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! 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, each one of you can create a leaf that represents who you are and add it to the community tree.

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 free in the lot directly in front of the Ovation.

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

Embark on a fun-filled journey of creative expression in our dance and theater improvisation class, where spontaneity and movement blend to set your imagination free.

To prepare: There is nothing you need to bring with you in order to participate. Wearing comfortable clothing and layers is advised.

Meet up: This event will be taking place in the community room on the first floor 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.

*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 Guapo’s near the Waypoint.

To prepare: Please remember to bring a form of payment! You can view the Guapo’s menu here.

Meet up: We’ll meet directly at Guapo’s 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 in-person event.

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

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.

You’re invited to sip hot cocoa and paint decorations for your apartment at the Arden! To prepare: It is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn’t mind getting paint on and could possibly be stained. All supplies will be provided for free to participants.

Meet up: Please meet in the third floor club room at the Arden. A key is needed to enter the building, so please message the Arden Community Whatsapp group upon arrival if you’re not an Arden 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: Guest parking in the building garage is currently unavailable so plan to park at the Huntington Metro Station nearby if you are not an Arden resident. Your vehicle is at risk of being towed if you park 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.