Where: Gilliam Place (918 S Lincoln St, Arlington, VA 22204); We’ll meet in the Community Room

What: Create in community through group art therapy sessions every Friday afternoon! We will explore using various art mediums that will encourage self expression and creativity! The art mediums will range from fluid, such as watercolors and paints, to 3D sensory stimulating mediums, such as clay and sculpture materials.

IMPORTANT: Some protective materials and aprons will be available since the art supplies can be messy, but it is advised that you wear clothes you wouldn’t mind getting paint on and could possibly be stained.

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

Please join us on February 2, 2023 at the Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (the JCC) for the launch of their 10th annual ReelAbilities Film Festival, featuring an art sale and film screening that includes members of the OSG community.

ART SALE OPENS AT 6:00 PM

Original-signed, matted art from 26-year-old Amrit Khurana–an artist from Noida, India who has non-speaking autism. Proceeds from the art sale will support Amrit and OSG.

FILM SCREENING AT 7:00 PM

The Reason I Jump is an immersive cinematic exploration of neurodiversity through the experiences of non-speaking autistic people from around the world. The film features Amrit as well as OSG members Ben McGann and Emma Budway (pictured left), who will host a Q&A discussion following the screening.

Learn more about the film and artist below, and get your free ticket here.

Location: The Pozez Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia (The JCC) Fairfax
Address: 8900 Little River Turnpike, Fairfax, VA 22031
Tickets: $40 per person, includes the magic show, refreshments, and snacks. All proceeds go to OSG. All ages are welcome.
IMPORTANT: You will need a photo ID and proof of purchase to enter. Be sure to include both your first AND last name when purchasing tickets so we can check you in. 

Doors open 7:00 PM for refreshments, snacks, and mingling
The Magic Duel show 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Photo opportunity 9:00 – 9:30 PM

About The Magic Duel Show: Time to switch up your normal Friday evening and experience first-rate snarkists Mark Phillips and Ryan Phillips battle for the title of Best Magician in The Magic Duel. This audience participation show is full of seriously funny magic that will have you giggling while leaving you thoroughly baffled! At the end of the show, the audience votes for the winner. Learn more about The Magic Duel: https://www.themagicduel.com/

Don’t miss out on this great night. Buy your ticket today…who knows, you may even get lucky and join the magicians on stage 🙂

BUY YOUR TICKET BY CLICKING THE “REGISTER” BUTTON

Our OSG Arlington community is getting together on the first Wednesday of every month to enjoy dinner together. Each month, we’ll choose a restaurant near one of our Arlington properties. All are welcome (no matter where you live)!

For this month’s outing, we’ll be going to Kabobistan (3400 VA-244, Arlington, VA 22204). Please meet in the Gilliam Place lobby at 5:15PM to walk together from there, or meet us directly at the restaurant at 5:30PM.

Please remember to bring a form of payment!

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

Where: 3000 K St. NW, Georgetown, DC
What: A weekend outing planned and hosted by the Stomping Zoomies Committee
When: 5:30-7PM

Set against the historic backdrop of DC’s oldest neighborhood, Georgetown GLOW is the region’s only free curated outdoor public light art experience. It features five national and international artists and their commissioned works. Further event details can be found here.

IMPORTANT: We’ll meet near 3000 K St. NW to walk through the exhibit together, so keep an eye out for the OSG flag! Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event. Although the GLOW event is free, parking in the area is usually not. Please also bring a form of payment if you plan to shop/eat/drink in Georgetown.

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

Where: Gilliam Place, 918 S Lincoln St, Arlington, VA 22204

What: Hands-on lesson in meal planning and preparation

Are you wondering how to simplify your grocery shopping and home cooking experience? Bring your shopping list and empty bellies! After this segment with Chef B from Soul Good Kitchen, you will feel more motivated to create, shop, and feed yourselves and your families.

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

You’re invited to our monthly movie night at our Queens Court community. Together we’ll watch Home Alone 2 and enjoy each other’s company. Please feel free to bring popcorn, snacks, blankets, or anything you need to be comfortable.

The movie night will be held in the Queens Court community room. All are welcome, however, it is mandatory to sign up so we have an accurate headcount and we ask that you please arrive at 6:30 PM sharp since a key card is needed to enter the building.

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

Roses are red, violets are blue, let’s make a homemade dinner for two (or three or four…)! 

Enjoy a scrumptious Valentine’s meal on February 5 from the comfort of your home, partially prepared by you and award-winning Chef Danilo Orofino – owner of Orofino in Fredericksburg. Chef will guide you through the final preparations of a delicious four-course meal, paired with three hand-selected Italian wines from our friends at Impero Wine Distributors VA. 

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

DETAILS

• Deadline: Purchase tickets by January 26, 2023 to guarantee delivery of your freshly prepared ingredients. 
• Pick Up: Please head to Paula Manion’s house, 7903 Scott Court, Springfield, VA 22153 on February 5th between 2:00 – 4:00 pm EST. 
• Delivery: This service is available for those within a 30-mile radius of Lorton, VA (see cost and sign up details below). 
• Zoom livecast: The link and other prep instructions will be emailed to you on February 5th. Be prepared to join online by 6:00 pm EST.  
• Bonus!: We’re delighted to share that this year’s dinner features a very special twist: One lucky winner will welcome Chef to their home and together, they will prepare their Valentine’s meal during the livecast (see option to enter to win below). 
• Beneficiary: Proceeds will go to Our Stomping Ground to expand access to affordable housing and community to adults with disabilities – that’s amore! 

COST

• $225 for two people (includes meal preparation basket and three hand-selected Italian fine wines)
• $20 for delivery within a 30-mile radius of Lorton, VA. (Select this option at check out) 
• $25 to enter the draw and “win” Chef Danilo who will join you at home where together you will prepare your meal! 

MENU

Appetizer: Meat and cheese platter 

1st Course: Polenta ed Agnello

• Fried parmesan and rosemary polenta served with lamb lollipops and drizzled creamy truffle sauce

2nd Course: Gnocchi zafferano e porcino

• Gnocchi in creamy saffron sauce with porcini mushrooms

3rd Course: Please select your preference.

• Meat option: Brasato di Manzo (braised short ribs ragu) served over saffron mashed potato 
• Vegetarian option: Eggplant parmesan

4th Course: Chocolate profiteroles

• Cream puffs surrounded by vanilla and chocolate cream 

You will need the following items to prepare your dinner: 

• Oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit

• Sauté pan, aluminum foil, cutting board, knife, salt and pepper, extra virgin olive oil, six plates for serving, two wine glasses, wine key

 

ABOUT OUR PARTNERS

Chef Danilo Orofino, owner of Orofino restaurant in Fredericksburg, VA, studied culinary arts in his native Sicily where he opened his first restaurant at the age of 18 and went on to become a chef at Eataly in Manhattan, New York. He’s passionate about great food, Italian culture, and creating unique dining experiences.

Roberto D’Onofrio owns Impero Wine Distributors based out of Lorton, VA. Impero specializes in Italian wines and alongside Chef Danilo, has graciously supported our previous (and highly successful) wine and dinner fundraising events.  

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

 

Where: Silver Diner

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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. All are welcome (no matter where you live)!

For this month’s outing, we’ll be going to Silver Diner (4630 King St, Unit A3 Alexandria, Virginia 22302). Please meet us directly at the restaurant at 5:15PM. For those driving themselves, there’s complimentary parking at the Harris Teeter garage. Please remember to bring a form of payment!

Please remember to bring a form of payment! *Note: Sign-up is mandatory. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or Whatsapp here.

 

Where: 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington VA 22204

What: Our OSG Friends ages 21 and up are invited to OSG Nights– a series for adults to enjoy local nightlife as a crew.

IMPORTANT: You must buy a $20 ticket for this show directly from the venue’s website using this link in order to attend. Please plan ahead. Registering with OSG is not enough!

When: Either meet at Gilliam Place to walk over at 6:15PM together, or meet us directly at the venue at 6:30PM.

This time, we’ll be attending a comedy show at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse. Blaire Postman will present her signature set “Lady ADHD.” Menu for food and drinks is here.