SWIM PARKS ARE STILL OPEN. Go jump in the lake at either the Lake Oswego Swim Park at 250 Ridgeway Road open to all Lake Oswego residents through August 31 or else the Lake Grove Swim Park at 3800 Lakeview Blvd. open to all LOSD students and residents within the original Lake Grove School District boundaries through August 25.

COMMUNITY MEETING: CARMAN DRIVE/PILKINGTON ROAD PATHWAYS. Residents have an opportunity to share their feedback on preliminary design ideas for new pathways along Carman Drive, from Waluga Drive to Quarry Road, and Pilkington Road, from Boones Ferry to Willow Roads. Thursday, August 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Lake Oswego Maintenance Center, Willow Room, 17601 Pilkington Road.

MOVIES IN THE PARK. Bring family and friends to enjoy an outdoor movie in one of Lake Oswego’s parks. Popcorn is free and additional candy and refreshments will be available to purchase. Movies begin at dusk, @8:45 p.m.

Thursday, August 1 in Millennium Plaza Park: Kung Fu Panda 4

Thursday, August 8 in Foothills Park: Wonka.

FIRST SUNDAY MARKET IN LAKE GROVE. Enjoy theme-based farmers’ market events on the first Sunday of the month for the next four months on Hallmark Drive in Lake Oswego, just next to Mercato Grove. Highlights include your favorite farmers, artisan vendors, expanded kid activities, entertainment, and beer and wine garden. Hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Here’s the lineup and check here for more details:

August 4: Pet-a-palooza

September 1: Back to School Block Party

October 6: Sip and Shop

November 3: Fall Harvest

HOT AUGUST NIGHT. This annual party on the lake is featuring the sounds of the popular party band, Precious Byrd. Saturday, August 3 beginning at 6:00 p.m. Location to be announced closer to the event.

ZUPAN’S LOBSTER AND CLAM BAKE. This popular dining event in the Zupan breezeway usually sells out and features an all-inclusive four-course dinner plus wine pairings. Reception at 6:00; dinner at 6:30. Tickets $150 and available online. 16380 Boones Ferry Road.  

SUMMER CONCERTS IN THE PARK. Take in the sounds while enjoying our beautiful summer weather in one of Lake Oswego’s parks.

Sunday, August 4 in Millennium Plaza Park: Hillstomp (country blues) from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 7 in Westlake Park: Chris Baum Project (soul/R&B) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 14 in Westlake Park: Beat Division (80s cover band) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 18 in Millennium Plaza Park: Mbrascatu (fusion of various influences from indie rock to world music) from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 21 in Westlake Park: Ants in the Kitchen (rock, soul, funk cover band) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 28 in Westlake Park: Stone in Love (Journey tribute band) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

WATER POLO TOURNAMENT. Watch the action near Lakewood Bay docks beginning at 9:00 a.m. on August 10 and August 11.

POP-UP CONCERTS ON THE LAKE. If you’ve got a boat on the lake or know someone who does, you’re in luck. Concerts start at 6:00 p.m. with locations announced prior to event.

Saturday, August 10: Red Light Romeos (70s FM album-oriented rock classics)

Saturday, August 30: Swimfish (folk/rock)

SUMMER READING LIBRARY CHALLENGE CELEBRATION PARTIES. Two celebrations are planned –one for kids from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Rossman Park on Wednesday, August 14 and one for adults from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the library, 706 Fourth Street.

TREE REMOVAL PERMITS WORKSHOP. As much as we love our trees here in Lake Oswego, sometimes we need to remove one. Learn about the City’s tree code requirements for tree removal permits including the criteria and how to complete the application checklist. Pre-registration is required and capacity is limited to 30 participants in-person or Zoom.

FREE JOB RESOURCES FOR CAREER SUCCESS FROM YOUR LIBRARY. Learn more about how the library can help with your job search from online skill-building tools to personalized tech assistance. Sunday, April 18 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth Street.

2024 COLLECTOR CAR AND CLASSIC BOAT SHOW. The Oswego Heritage Council helps us close out the summer lineup of events with their annual event bringing collector cars and classic boats together in Lake Oswego. See collector cars in George Rogers Park and classic boats in Sundeleaf Plaza from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 25.

ADULT CRAFT: PASTA MAKER PRINTING. Who says kids get to have all the fun? Join Lake Oswego librarian April Younglove for a class using recycled plastic and a pasta maker to create prints that look like etchings. Limited to 10 people on a first-come, first-serve basis for ages 13+. For more information contact Younglove at ayounglove@lakeowego.city or 503.534.5667. Sunday, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. Lake Oswego Library, 706 Fourth Street.

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