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About lovelakeoswego

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.

Test Your Tree Trivia IQ in Celebration of Lake Oswego’s Arbor Week

Posted on April 5, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

The City of Lake Oswego is getting a head start on celebrating National Arbor Day, April 24, with a lineup of festivities beginning this week. It’s no wonder. Trees are a big deal here in Lake Oswego, where citizens are … Continue reading →

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What Do You Think of These New Slogans for Lake Oswego?

Posted on March 29, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

It has been a while since Lake Oswego had a motto. Back in the 1860s, iron found in the Oswego hills gave hope to a “Pittsburgh of the West.” When that didn’t materialize, land developers pitched the lakeside town as … Continue reading →

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A Toast to Lake Oswego’s Water in Honor of World Water Day

Posted on March 22, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

When my daughters used to come home to Lake Oswego from college in California, they would remark on two things—how great the air smelled and how delicious the water tasted. There are lots of things that go into tap water’s … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Try Footgolf at Lake Oswego’s Golf Course (Not Including That It’s FREE This Thursday)

Posted on March 15, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

The Lake Oswego Public Golf Course is about to join a growing trend by bringing the new hybrid sport of footgolf to its links with a soft launch this Thursday, March 19. The sport plays by golf-like rules but with … Continue reading →

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Maher’s Pub Kicking Off a Bit of a Hooley to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 8, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

If you’re Irish (and even if you’re not) you’re in luck if you live in Lake Oswego. This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday but that doesn’t mean you can’t start celebrating earlier! Maher’s annual festival kicks off … Continue reading →

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Plan Ahead for Spring Break Fun in Lake Oswego Oregon

Posted on March 1, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

Spring break is a few weeks away but here in Lake Oswego we all know the early bird gets the registration! Check out these offerings sure to keep your kids entertained from acting and nature camps to lifeguard training and … Continue reading →

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7 Things to Watch for During Lake Oswego High School’s Windjammer Variety Show

Posted on February 22, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

The popular Lake Oswego High School show choir, Windjammer, is staging its annual Variety Show this coming weekend, Thursday, February 26 through Saturday, February 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium, 2501 Country Club Road. Here are seven … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons Why George Washington Would Have Liked Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on February 15, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

I sometimes wonder how our history might have played out if the colonists landed on the West Coast instead of the East. One thing that could have happened is that George Washington would have settled in Lake Oswego. Here’s why. … Continue reading →

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More Neighborhoods to Consider in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on February 8, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

When I meet with prospective clients considering a move to Lake Oswego, I do my best to get to know their priorities–what’s important to them in a home as well as what’s important to them in terms of location. Although … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Shop for Valentine’s Day in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on February 1, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

It seems that when it comes to Valentine’s Day, most of us resort to the tried-and-true. A recent survey by the National Retail Federation showed that 61% of men plan on giving flowers while 50% of women are going to … Continue reading →

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