What We Love About Lake Oswego in February

FIRST WEDNESDAY AT OSWEGO HERITAGE COUNCIL. Sixth-generation Oregonian and author Dede Montgomery will share stories from her books, photographs and family archives, weaving together her deep personal and historical ties to Wilsonville and Lake Oswego, the Willamette River, and the broader Willamette Valley. Come away with a greater sense of the enduring power of place and story. Wednesday, February 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Oswego Heritage House, 398 10th Street.  Refreshments at 5:00 p.m.

TEEN ROM-COM AND COOKIE DECORATING HANGOUT. Teens are invited to unwind after finals at the library with a screening of the Y2K teen romantic comedy, She’s All That. Fresh popcorn will be on hand as well as sugar cookies to decorate. Open to teens in 9th to 12th grad. No sign-up required, just drop in! Thursday, February 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. 706 Fourth Street.

LIVE WELL DANCE. Enjoy the sounds of the “Big Bands” of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s performed by the Millennium Dance Band. A on Friday, February 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. All ages are invited to hit the dance floor. $7/person at the door. Christ Church Parish, 1060 Chandler Road.

THE PAJAMA GAME. This Lakewood Theatre Company production on the Side Door Stage takes place at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory where things are anything but peaceful as sparks fly between the new superintendent, Side Sorokin, and Babe Williams, leader of the union grievance committee. Their stormy relationship comes to a head when the works strike for a 7 ½ cent pay increase, setting off not only a conflict between management and labor, but a battle of the sexes as well. Friday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 14 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Come hungry and ready to purchase food catered by Julynne Pang, Tickets are $30.00 Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street. ]

WINE TASTING AT RICCARDO’S. Enjoy generous pours of Italy’s best wines, an antipasti plate and a great afternoon on Saturday, February 14 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. $20 per person; first come first served. Happens every month on the second Saturday. 16035 Boones Ferry Road, 503.636.4104

DESERT DISH GARDEN WORKSHOP. Follow steps to design your own Desert Dish Garden with colorful succulents and cacti. $65 class fee covers materials used during the workshop. Pre-registration is required. Saturday, February 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Dennis’ 7 Dees, 1090 McVey Avenue,

PORTLAND ROSE SOCIETY ROSE PRUNING CLINIC. Get ready for Spring with Portland Rose Society—local rose experts will be demonstrating proper rose pruning techniques and answering questions at Dennis’ 7 Dees, 1090 McVey Avenue on February 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Bring your hand pruners to be sharpened for FREE while you shop (no loppers; one pair per person). Soil pH testing will also be available—bring a small baggie of soil labeled with your name and contact information. Join the guest list.

WINTER OLYMPICS ESCAPE ROOM: TRAPPED IN ATHLETES’ VILLAGE! The Lake Oswego Library is offering an escape room program limited to six teens in grades 9 through 12 that asks them to imagine they are premier athlete at the 2026 Winter Olympics and a rival team has locked them in their suite of rooms. They have to search for clues, solve puzzles, and worth together to break out in time to make it to their competition. To sign up, email loteen@lakeoswego.city of call 503.694.6580. Sunday, February 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 706 Fourth Street.  

CARNEVALE AT NICOLETTA’S. Enjoy a Carnivale soirée featuring a chef-curated Italian buffet, specialty cocktails and immersive entertainment inspired by authentic Carnivale traditions. Picture stilt walkers, a fortune teller, hands-on mask making and music by Italy’s own Andrea Algieri. February 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. $212/person includes processing fee. 333 S State Street, Suite M. 503.699.2927

UGLY ART CONTEST FOR TWEENS AND TEENS.  Leave your self-doubt at the door. This winner of this contest will be who participants vote has created the weirdest, worst and most UN-beautiful masterpiece. All supplies will be provided as well as light refreshments. Open to anyone in middle or high school. Register  by calling 503.697.6580 or emailing loteen@lakeoswego.city.  Saturday, February 21 from 3:30 p.m. to. 4:30 p.m. Lake Oswego Library, 706 Fourth Street.

EARLY SPRING FLOWERS. Be on the lookout for Hellebores, Camellias and Crocus providing spots of color against our still-wintery landscape. They are a promise of much more color to come.

LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL. Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with fun activities the whole family can enjoy at Lakeridge High School. Check online for a complete schedule. Saturday, February 28 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 1235 Overlook Drive, Lakeridge gymnasium.

GLASS MENAGERIE. The Lakewood Theatre Company presents this cherished American Pulitzer Prize-winning classic. Kicks off February 27 and runs through April 5. Tickets: $45/Adult; $43/Senior; $30/Student. Purchase online (with a $3 service fee). 368 S. State Street, 503.635.3901.

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Kevin Costello kevin.costello@cascadehasson.com 503.939.9801

Riley Costello riley.costello@cascadehasson.com 971.322.6205

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I feel pretty lucky—I live where I work and I love where I live. As an added bonus, I get to work with my daughter, Riley. As Realtors in Lake Oswego, we get to share that enthusiasm with clients every day. Through this blog, with the help of my freelance writer wife, Genita, we’d like to share that enthusiasm with you. The quality of life you’ll find in Lake Oswego belies its size—there is so much to experience here from a fireworks show over the lake on the 4th of July to the Festival of the Arts--one of the premier arts events in the region. So please check in each week for another reason why we love Lake Oswego and who knows—maybe you’ll fall in love too! If you’re interested in experiencing Lake Oswego personally, please feel free to contact us either on Kevin's cell at (503) 939-9801, Riley's cell at (971) 322.6205, via email at kevin.costello@cascadehasson.com or riley.costello@cascadehasson.com or check our website by clicking the link in the "Contact me" section in the right-hand column. I would love to show you around.
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