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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This week we’re reading Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. The OSG Book Club meets every Tuesday at 7 PM. All are welcome!

You may purchase the book yourself but it is not required since the host will read out loud in the group. If you’d like to join, just register below.

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

This week for our Social Justice Club, we’re viewing Episode 2 of the docuseries The 1619 Project on Hulu. For folks who want to watch together in-person, we’ll be meeting at Gilliam Place (918 S Lincoln St, Arlington, VA 22204). You can also watch at home anytime before our virtual discussion next week.

*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 Black Panther 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.

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. 

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. 

This week for our Social Justice Club, we’re virtually discussing Episode 1 of the docuseries The 1619 Project on Hulu. It is recommended but not required to have watched last week’s episode in order to participate. If you’d like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we’ll send it automatically thereafter.

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

This week for our Social Justice Club, we’re viewing Episode 1 of the docuseries The 1619 Project on Hulu. For folks who want to watch together in-person, we’ll be meeting at Gilliam Place (918 S Lincoln St, Arlington, VA 22204). You can also watch at home anytime before our virtual discussion next week.

If you’d like to join, just register once to receive the Zoom link, and we’ll send it automatically thereafter.

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

Get your thinking caps on – it’s time for trivia! Join your OSG friends as we compete for bragging rights.

There will be 3 categories: Art History, Gaming, American Ghostbusters.

All are welcome, and please invite your friends to sign up as well.

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

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

What: Calling all OSG Friends and Gilliam Place neighbors! There’s no school in Arlington County this afternoon, so we’re heading over to the Columbia Pike Library together to read, check out books, and sign up for library cards if you don’t have one. All are welcome (no matter where you live)!

IMPORTANT: Please dress mindfully for the winter weather if you will be walking from Gilliam Place to the Columbia Pike Library (and back) with the group.

*Note: Sign-up is a must so we know to expect you. We will communicate any changes of plans via email or Whatsapp here.

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.