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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.

12 Reasons Why It’s Easy to Get Fit in Lake Oswego

Posted on January 25, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

It may not be official, but in most people’s minds, January is National Plan to Get Fit Month. Fitness clubs in and around Lake Oswego are here to help. Barre3, 201 B Avenue, #101. 503.636.0335. Workouts here borrow moves from … Continue reading →

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4 New Year’s Resolutions for Lake Oswego Homeowners

Posted on January 18, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

Your home is one of your biggest investments, and if you live in Lake Oswego, it is back to being an appreciating one. You want to protect it, so here are a few suggestions for New Year’s resolutions to help … Continue reading →

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What Does Lake Oswego, Oregon Have in Common with the Giza Pyramids, River Kwai and Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory?

Posted on January 11, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

Lake Oswego recently joined the ranks of locations prominent and unassuming that have planted Peace Poles bearing the message, “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in different languages from around the world. Lake Oswego Rotary members fanned out to the six … Continue reading →

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Lake Oswego Reads Kicks Off With Free Book Giveaway This Tuesday

Posted on January 4, 2015 by lovelakeoswego

This year’s Lake Oswego Reads book selection, All the Light We Cannot See, by Anthony Doerr, is rich with themes that lend itself to a month of programming which will immerse Lake Oswegans in the World War II world of … Continue reading →

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Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation Department Ready to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 28, 2014 by lovelakeoswego

Chances are “taking better care of your health” is one of those resolutions that makes your New Year’s to-do list every January. The Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation Department is determined to help you make good on that promise. In … Continue reading →

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Lake Oswego Neighborhoods Don’t Need The Great Christmas Light Fight to Put You in the Holiday Spirit

Posted on December 21, 2014 by lovelakeoswego

ABC recently crowned its 2014 winner of The Great Christmas Light Fight and he hails from El Paso, Texas. In a recent tour of Lake Oswego neighborhoods, my wife and I didn’t find any over-the-top extravaganza yard displays that would … Continue reading →

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3 Reasons to Ring in the New Year in Lake Oswego

Posted on December 14, 2014 by lovelakeoswego

Ring in the New Year close to home by joining the festivities at these Lake Oswego hotspots. Step It Up Studios. Kristy Higgins has a gala affair planned for members complete with a masquerade ball and full sit-down dinner. Of … Continue reading →

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Give Twice by Shopping in Lake Oswego This Holiday Season

Posted on December 7, 2014 by lovelakeoswego

Local Lake Oswego businesses are offering to double your gift giving power this holiday season. How? Recent studies have found that small businesses recirculate their revenue locally at a much higher percentage than the big box stores. The figures vary … Continue reading →

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16 Ways to Bring in the Holidays in Lake Oswego (Part 2)

Posted on November 30, 2014 by lovelakeoswego

Horse Drawn Wagon Rides. Here’s another opportunity to slow the season down and take in the sights. While you’re waiting to board the wagon, you can enjoy the children’s activities and mini-holiday market going on inside the center. Saturday, December … Continue reading →

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What Lake Oswego’s Tree Lighting Ceremony Has That The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony Doesn’t

Posted on November 23, 2014 by lovelakeoswego

Lake Oswego is celebrating its 50th annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony this year. While places like the Rockefeller Center have longer traditions (almost 80 years) and bigger crowds, they are missing three key ingredients that make Lake Oswego’s ceremony my … Continue reading →

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