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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.

Who Needs the Wine Country When You Live in Lake Oswego, Oregon?

Benjamin Franklin once said, “Wine is constant proof that God loves us and loves to see us happy.” Come Friday nights in Lake Oswego, you’ll find a group of 50-100 wine lovers gathered at World Class Wines who are very … Continue reading

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Preschool Forum is One Reason to Check Out the Lake Oswego Mothers Club

The Lake Oswego Mothers Club and Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation Department are co-sponsoring the 8th annual Preschool Forum on Thursday, January 17, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the West End Building at 4101 Kruse Way in Lake Oswego. … Continue reading

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Discover 28 Ways Lake Oswego Reads brings the community together through books

The Lake Oswego Reads program is in its seventh year featuring the compelling tale, Running the Rift by Naomi Benaron. A 2010 Bellwether Prizewinner for Socially Engaged Fiction, the story is set in Rwanda amidst Hutu-Tutsi tensions as seen through … Continue reading

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5 Ways to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions in Lake Oswego

‘Tis the season of good intentions and if you look around Lake Oswego, you’ll see that there are all kinds of resources to help you keep yours. Here are some resolutions that might show up on your list and suggestions … Continue reading

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5 Reasons Why You Should Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Lake Oswego

Take one new girl in town. Make her an event planner. Pair her with an invitation designer. Have them dream up a fundraiser for the Red Cross and what do you get? Eve on the Lake, Lake Oswego’s first annual … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Neighborhoods Turn On Their Holiday Lights

When our kids were young we posted an Advent calendar with daily “To Do” lists to celebrate the season. Getting in the car in search of Christmas lights was an annual favorite. With family and guests in town, this might … Continue reading

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15 Holiday Events in Lake Oswego Guaranteed to Add Some “Ho Ho Ho” to Your Season (Part 2)

●Holiday Gingerbread Houses of Lake Oswego. Visit local businesses starting December 10 and vote for your favorite in this third annual competition. See if Graham’s Book & Stationery can hold on to their bragging rights from last year. Runs until … Continue reading

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15 Holiday Events in Lake Oswego Guaranteed to Add Some “Ho Ho Ho” to Your Season (Part 1)

If you live in Lake Oswego, there is no excuse for bah-humbugging it this season. Get in the spirit of things by checking out some of these events. ●Lakewood in Lights Fundraiser. This annual event features food, music, dancing and … Continue reading

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Get Your Holiday Shopping Off to a Merry Start at Lake Oswego’s Holiday Market

Who’s on your holiday list? Out-of-state relatives? Vegans? The person who has everything? Do yourself a favor and head over to Lake Oswego’s Holiday Market this Saturday and Sunday at the West End Building where unique holiday crafts, gifts, ornaments … Continue reading

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Tradition Lights Up in Lake Oswego with Annual Tree Lighting

Lake Oswego loves its traditions. Just check out the crowds at the 4th of July pancake breakfast. Or take a spot in the stands at the annual football game between our cross-town high school rivals. The 48th Annual Tree Lighting … Continue reading

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