There’s lots to love about Lake Oswego in October from the fall colors to spooktacularly decorated homes. Here are some other things to check out.

First Sunday Market in Lake Grove. This month’s themed event is Barks and Brews featuring a lively pet parade/costume contest (at 1:00 p.m.) and pet-friendly shopping, dining, and a beer garden featuring local craft beers. Sunday, October 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Hallmark Drive in Lake Oswego.

Gallery Without Walls Celebration. Learn all about the 12 new sculptures joining the temporary collection to our public outdoor art exhibit. Docent-led tours starting at 4:00 p.m. are already full, however, you can join the program from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at ARTspace, 380 A Avenue. Friday, October 6.

National Banned Books Week in Lake Oswego. In response to the exponential increase in instances of attempted book banning and censorship in Oregon as well as national libraries, the Lake Oswego Public Library has planned some activities. First on tap is a presentation by Emily O’Neal, chair of the Oregon Library Association’s Intellectual Freedom Committee on the current situation in Oregon and elsewhere and what members of our community can do to help combat these occurrences. Check the link for more information about Banned Books activities at the Lake Oswego Public Library. Saturday, October 7 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Who Who Is Active in the Park at Night? Lake Oswego’s Ranger Ben will be your host for this family-friendly event in Springbrook Park as he shares about the animals and action that happens while we sleep. Saturday, October 7 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Residents $5/Non-Residents $7. 2899 Diane Drive

Lakewood’s Annual Costume Sale. Take advantage of the Lakewood Theater Company cleaning out their closets—there are some real treasures to be found! Friday and Saturday, October 13-14 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room. 368 S. State Street.

Lake Oswego and West Linn Wellness Fair. Enjoy a day of mini-demonstrations, exhibits, and connections all benefiting your body, mind and soul! Over 40 vendor booths will be open from 10:00 am. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 14 at Millennium Plaza Park, 200 1st Street.

Side Door Stage: Lost Treasures Presents Weird Romance. Enjoy the cabaret-type venue of this two one-act 1992 musical that weaves in traditional themes of the generation gap, a love triangle and the conflict between those who have power and those who have none through a science fiction framework. Friday, October 20 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 21 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on the Side Door Stage. $20/person. 368 S. State Street.

A Haunting History. Enjoy a spooky night of history and hauntings if you dare! The Oswego Heritage Council is offering fear-filled activities to learn more about the culture of death in the early 20th century, refreshments of the most spooky order, a sneak peek at their new exhibit on death and dying and an Edwardian reenactment of a seance. Tickets are available online for $12/members; $15/non-members. Saturday, October 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 28 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 398 10th Street.

High School Rivalry Game. Whether you’re a Pacer or a Laker fan, you can cheer for your team on Friday, October 27 when both football teams face off on the Lakeridge football field. Kickoff at 7:00 p.m. This is hometown football at its best! 1235 Overlook Drive.

The Gin Game. The Lakewood Theater is bringing back this Pulitzer-Prize-winning play about an elderly man and woman, both residents of a nursing home, whose gin rummy games bring out the best and the worst in both of them. October 27 and November 2 and 3 at 7:00 p.m. and 2:00 matinees on October 28, 29, November 4 and 5. Performances are on the Side Door Stage and tickets are $20/person.

Drug Take Back Event. Time to properly dispose of unwanted or expired medications! The City of Lake Oswego is holding a one-day-only drug take-back event on Saturday, October 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Mary’s Woods (Gallagher Builder, 17550 Provost Street). This is a drive-thru collection. All you need to do is put all pill/table medications into a sealed plastic baggie or leave them in their original container, with personal information crossed out. Further information is available online.

Monster Mash Spooktacular. Bring your costumed kiddos to this family-friendly event with treats, sweets, toys, trinkets, spooky decorations and tunes and ghostly crafts. Geared for ages 0-12. Tuesday, October 31 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Christ Church Parish, 1060 Chandler Road.

Don’t get spooked by today’s housing market. Give me a call at 503.939.9801 or email me at kevin.costello@cascadehassonsir.com and let me answer any of your questions. I’ve been in the business long enough to have seen it all so I can bring my perspective as well as my current market knowledge to address any concerns you may have. I look forward to hearing from you!