FIRST TUESDAY: CELTIC HARPS, RARE INSTRUMENTS AND WONDROUS STORIES WITH LISA LYNNE & ARYEH FRANKFURTER. Do yourselves a favor and gather at the Lake Oswego Library to hear this multi-instrumentalist duo work their magic with Celtic Harps, Swedish Myckelharpa, Ukrainian Bandura, Bouzouki, Cittern and more. They combine both traditional and original music with wondrous stories and humor mixed in. Tuesday, September 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Lake Oswego Public Library, 706 Fourth Street.

PIERCE V. SOCIETY OF SISTERS: THE RIGHT FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL EDUCATION IN OREGON. 2025 is the centennial of a Supreme Court decision that overturned the Compulsory Education Law, adopted by voters in 1922, that required all students aged eight to sixteen to attend public schools in the state. Upon its passage, Catholics from across the country challenged the legality of the law. Learn about the causes leading up to the bill’s passage and the lead plaintiffs in the court case, Lake Oswego-based Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. Wednesday, September 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Oswego Heritage House, 398 10^th Street. Refreshments at 5:00 p.m.

FIRST SUNDAY MARKET IN LAKE GROVE. Celebrate the start of the school year with this Back to School Block Party! Enjoy a nostalgic afternoon filled with old-school carnival games, face painting, and other family-friendly activities. In addition to the fun, you’ll find a fantastic selection of regular market vendors offering fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious eats, and more. It’s a perfect end-of-summer outing for the whole family! Sunday, September 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hallmark Drive, Lake Oswego.

PINTS FROM THE PAST: NOTABLE WOMEN OF PORTLAND. PSU Historian Dr. Tracy Prince and her daughter Zadie Schaffer will present findings from their book, Notable Women of Portland, which uncovers overlooked parts of Portland history including 10,000 years of native American women, pioneer women, women of the Progressive Era, WWI, WWII, post-war women and women in arts and politics. The program is offered jointly by the Lake Oswego Public Library and the Lake Theater & Café. Thursday, September 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Admission is free and no ticket is required (though food and drink purchase is encouraged to offset the cost to the Lake Theater). Doors open at 6:30, with the presentation beginning at 7:00 p.m. 106 North State Street.

LAKEWOOD THEATRE PRESENTS DRACULA. Enjoy the Lakewood Center’s take on this classic shocker running from September 12 through October 19. $42/Adults; $40/Seniors; $30/Students. Special Wine on Wednesdays performance on September 24. 368 S. State Street.

ONLINE: THRIVING THROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL: TOOLS AND TIPS FOR PARENTS. Join award-winning educator and author Sara Sebastian on Zoom for an engaging evening designed to equip parents with the tools, resources, and support they need to help their child thrive in middle school and beyond. Drawing on over a decade of teaching experience—both locally and internationally—Sara will share practical strategies for navigating academic, emotional, and developmental changes during the middle school years. Registration is required. To register, or if you’d like more information about this program, contact April Younglove at ayounglove@lakeoswego.city(link sends e-mail) or 503-534-5667. Sunday, September 14 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS WITH THE RED CROSS. As wildfires become more frequent and intense across the West, it’s never been more important to prepare. In this critical session, the American Red Cross will walk participants through step-by-step guidance on how to protect your home, create emergency plans, and gather supplies before disaster strikes. Learn how to stay informed, safeguard your loved ones, and help neighbors in times of need. Wednesday, September 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Avenue. Register for class 32098, $5/Residents; $7/Non-Residents.

CREATING BACKYARD HABITAT. Join Friends of Tryon Creek to learn about creating natural habitat in your own yard for native flora and fauna and consider the benefits of Backyard Habitat Certification. The Backyard Habitat Certification Program is conducted in partnership with Audubon Society of Portland and Columbia Land Trust to support urban gardeners and their efforts to create and enhance native habitats. Includes an indoor presentation and outdoor demonstration. Capacity is limited to 25 participants. Register now! Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tryon Creek State Natural Area Classroom, 11321 SW Terwilliger Boulevard.

CULTURAL XCHANGE FESTIVAL. Celebrate different cultures in Lake Oswego through the sights, sounds and flavors at the Cultural Xchange Festival. Wander through a marketplace featuring international cuisine, handcrafted artisan goods and local nonprofits dedicated to cultural connection and community impact. Feel the rhythm of the world with traditional dance and music performances, witness the power and grace of martial arts demonstrations or get an intricate henna design as a festival souvenir. Sunday, September 28, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Millennium Plaza Park, 200 First Street.

WORLD CINEMA SERIES: A MAN CALLED OVE. Enjoy a screening of the heartwarming and humorous Swedish film, based on the international bestselling novel by Fredrik Backman. An irritable but deeply lonely man finds his life transformed by an unlikely friendship with his new neighbors in this poignant and uplifting film. Originally presented in Swedish, it will be shown with English subtitles.

Stay after the screening to engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the film. Admission is free but food and drink purchases are encouraged to offset the cost to the Lake Theater. Tuesday, September 30 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 106 N. State Street.

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Kevin Costello kevin.costello@cascadehasson.com 503.939.9801

Riley Costello riley.costello@cascadehasson.com 971.322.6205