LAKE GROVE MARKET. Lake Oswego’s “other” Farmer’s Market returns in the Lake Grove neighborhood with an expanded lineup of artisans, kids’ activities, live entertainment and more. Held on these first Sundays: September 3, October 1 and November 5 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Hallmark Drive, between Mercantile Drive and Collins Way.
TEEN LOUNGE OPEN HOUSE. From September 5-29, all club events and classes are free to attend for kids in grades 6-12. It’s a great opportunity for your teen to check things out. Find out more online.
ARIRANG: KOREAN FOLK SONGS ON KAYAGEUM BY DOYEON LIM. The Oswego Heritage Council invites you to this free event featuring Arirang, a representative Korean folk song, of which there are about 3,600 variations. Doyeon will play several on Kayageum, introducing the background story and lyrics and participants will have the opportunity to play Korean drums as well. Wednesday, September 6. Refreshments at 5:00 p.m.; performance from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 398 10th Street.
ARSENIC AND OLD LACE. The Lakewood Theatre Company kicks off its 2023/24 season with an oldie but a goodie featuring a zany cast of characters sure to keep you laughing. Opens September 8 and runs through October 15. Check online for schedule and tickets.
PINTS FROM THE PAST. Cheryl Hill, author of Fire Lookouts of Oregon, will talk about the history and background of Oregon’s fire lookouts, from their heyday to their decline, and of the effort to save the ones that are left. Admission is free and no tickets are required but attendees are encouraged to purchase food at the café to offset the cost to the Lake Theater. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; presentation begins at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 12. 106 State Street.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FAIR. In honor of National Preparedness Month, the city is hosting a free family-friendly event featuring close to 20 informational booths, along with programs and activities designed to help residents be prepared in case of a natural disaster. Programs and activities include: learning about water storage and emergency food options, sandbag demonstrations, hands-only CPR training, water container and bag giveaway, information on Lake Oswego Fire Department’s Home Assessment Program, meet LOPD’s K9 team and more! Thursday, September 14 between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. at Lake Oswego City Hall, 380 A Avenue.
PRUNOTTO WINE DINNER. Enjoy wines from this esteemed Piedmont Winemaking estate with a great meal served banquet style in the breezeway alongside Zupan’s. Saturday, September 16 beginning at 6:00 p.m. $125/person. Buy your tickets online. 16380 Boones Ferry Road.
CULTURAL EXCHANGE FESTIVAL. Celebrate the different cultures of our community and world at this festival featuring dance and music performances, artisan and food vendors, nonprofits and more! Sunday, September 17 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Millennium Plaza Park, 200 1st Street.
BEER 101 – ALES. Step into Cellar Z at Zupan’s for a rundown and tasting of different ales. Sunday, September 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets $40/person. Purchase online. 16380 Boones Ferry Road.
LOBSTER AND CLAM BAKE. I think this is the third time Zupan’s is offering this popular dinner this summer, so hopefully you can buy your ticket before it sells out (which it always does!) Enjoy a four-course dinner with wine pairings. Saturday, September 23 beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the breezeway. Tickets are $150/person and available online.
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