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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.

Why Lawrence Welk Would Think the Windjammer’s Variety Show is Wunnerful, Wunnerful

Posted on February 25, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

Lawrence Welk knew what American television audiences wanted and delivered just that over the 27 years his show ran from 1955 to 1982. Harkening back to “those good old days,” the theme for this year’s Lake Oswego High School Windjammer … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons Why George Bailey Would Love the First Addition Neighborhood in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on February 18, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

George Bailey thought he wanted to leave his small hometown behind but in the end of It’s a Wonderful Life, he realizes that Bedford Falls has everything he needs. People who are lucky enough to live in the First Addition … Continue reading →

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10 Ideas for Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on February 11, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

Let Lake Oswego businesses help you say, “I love you,” in a way your valentine will remember this year. Here are a few ideas: ♥Sweeten the message. Chocolates by Bernard can help. The traditionalist will find red velvet heart boxes … Continue reading →

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7 Wintry Things To Do in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on February 4, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

Recently my daughter sent me a link to a Jimmy Kimmel skit where he was complaining about the 55 degree “cold snap,” in Los Angeles. “It was so cold I had to wear two tank tops to work,” Kimmel joked. … Continue reading →

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Step It Up Studios Hosts LO Reads Opening Party This Saturday

Posted on January 28, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

Time to let your inner Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers out? Why not check out Step It Up Studios Lakeside Ballroom Society at 101 A Avenue in Lake Oswego, this Saturday, February 2, at 6:00 p.m. as they host the … Continue reading →

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

Posted on January 21, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

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

Posted on January 14, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

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

Posted on January 7, 2013 by lovelakeoswego

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

Posted on December 31, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

‘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

Posted on December 23, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

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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