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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.

10 Reasons Why I Think Lake Oswego Placed in Family Circle’s 10 Best Towns for Families List

Posted on July 30, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

Family Circle magazine just came out with its list of 10 Best Towns for Families, ranking Lake Oswego right up there with the likes of Vail, Arizona; Fort Mill, South Carolina; and Oak Park, Illinois. They looked at schools, housing, … Continue reading →

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Let Shakespeare Explain Why You Should Check Out Masque Alfresco in Lake Oswego This Weekend

Posted on July 23, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

Masque Alfresco, known for its accessible brand of commedia dell’arte theatre is in the middle of its nine show Lake Oswego run of Goldoni’s  Superior Casa Nova on the lawn near the Iron Furnace at George Rogers Park. Remaining performances … Continue reading →

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7 Things to Do in Lake Oswego Oregon to Put More WOW in Your Week

Posted on July 15, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

Summer is the time to kick back and try new things. Lake Oswego makes that easy to do. Look at how you can mix it up just this week in Lake Oswego. SUNDAY, JULY 15 Flamenco guitar concert featuring Todd … Continue reading →

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5 Secrets to the Eye-Popping Color of Lake Oswego’s Flower Baskets

Posted on July 9, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

In summertime, Lake Oswego is in bloom, thanks in large part to the Lake Oswego Village Flower Basket program. Colorful hanging baskets line the main thoroughfares of Lake Oswego and contributed to the city winning the “America in Bloom” award … Continue reading →

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Why Lake Oswego Oregon is the Place to Be on the Fourth of July

Posted on July 1, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

My 23 year old son is very stingy with his days off. They are usually reserved for weekend getaways to visit friends in exciting places like Newport Beach, Las Vegas, and Tahoe. But he is taking a whole week off … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons Why Chivalry Is Not Dead in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Posted on June 25, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

Chivalry is not dead in Lake Oswego. For one thing, the Knights of Veritas will present an interactive educational demonstration of medieval arms, armor, combat, knighthood and chivalry on Friday, June 29 at 12 noon in Rossman Park at 555 … Continue reading →

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Let Your Inner Photographer Be Your Guide to Lake Oswego’s 49th Annual Festival of the Arts

Posted on June 19, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

Lake Oswego’s 49th annual Festival of the Arts is set for this weekend, June 22-24, at various locations throughout town including the Lakewood Center for the Arts, George Rogers Park, the Gallery Without Walls and Marylhurst University. With this year’s … Continue reading →

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10 Surprising Facts About the 28th Annual Lobster Feed & Charity Auction

Posted on June 11, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

For many, the Lobster Feed & Charity Auction hosted by the Lake Oswego Rotary Club and Lakewood Center for the Arts, which is set for this Saturday, June 16, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Center for the Arts, … Continue reading →

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The Julia Child Guide to the Lake Oswego Farmer’s Market

Posted on June 4, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

Julia Child was the original foodie. In the movie, Julie Julia she looks happiest when she’s eating and admits to her husband when he asks, “What is it you REALLY like to do?” that it’s to eat. So it’s safe … Continue reading →

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So What’s the Big Deal About the Bryant Neighborhood Association in Lake Oswego, Oregon, Anyway?

Posted on May 28, 2012 by lovelakeoswego

With 20 recognized neighborhood associations in Lake Oswego, Oregon, there are lots of communities where local residents would say you’d be lucky to call home. The Bryant Neighborhood Association is tooting its own horn with some help from The Arts … Continue reading →

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