Category Archives: Lake Oswego lifestyle

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

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

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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9 Home-Buying Choices for Enjoying Oswego Lake in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Oswego Lake adds to the quality of living in Lake Oswego. Whether it’s looking at it, boating or swimming in it, paddle boarding on it, or dining on its shores, the lake is one of the things that makes living … Continue reading

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Look What Happened in Lake Oswego While You Were Sleeping

While most of you were sleeping Saturday morning, close to 65 volunteers set out in organized groups across Lake Oswego to hang the flower baskets which will paint our streets with color all summer long. While these early risers (try … Continue reading

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If You Build It, Lake Oswegans Will Come

When it comes to Lake Oswego, there are several variations to the line, “If you build it, he will come,” like… “If you plan it, they will come.” Stop by any of the festivals or events that the city or … Continue reading

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Homes on Oswego Canals Offer Waterfront Living for Less (And a yard to go with it too)

Living on one of Oswego Lake’s two canals has its benefits. I should know. I’ve lived on the Oswego Canal for the past 27 years. And while I can’t see the main lake from my back deck, I can get … 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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Lake Oswego Puts On “Best of Show” With This Fall’s Colors

You can save a lot of money by living in Lake Oswego. How? You don’t have to travel back east to see beautiful fall colors. My wife and I have been in New Hampshire for the October display of bright … Continue reading

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You Don’t Have to Live in Lake Oswego, Oregon to Love It

I’m a Realtor who sells homes in Lake Oswego so you could say I have a biased viewpoint about this town I live and work in. This week I decided to defer to some out-of-town visitors and let you see … Continue reading

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A Penny for Your Thoughts? Lake Oswego is Going One Better

With inflation, the city of Lake Oswego figured it had to offer more than a penny to get at its citizens’ thoughts. So as part of its upcoming Community Health and Public Safety and Healthy Ecosystems Fair on Saturday, August … Continue reading

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