Category Archives: Seasons in Lake Oswego Oregon

7 Things We Love About February In and Around Lake Oswego

CHINESE NEW YEAR. The Lan Su Chinese Garden in Portland hosts what many consider the biggest Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest. The highlights of this joyous festival are eight evenings of traditional lantern viewings, both hanging red … Continue reading

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5 Ideas for Enjoying (not just surviving) Winter in Lake Oswego

Brace yourselves. The shortest day of the year is almost upon us as it ushers in winter which plans on sticking around for the next three months. While I’ve sung the praises of summer in Lake Oswego on this blog, … Continue reading

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Nurseries In and Around Lake Oswego to Help You Turn April Showers into May Flowers

If April showers bring May flowers, then now is the time to start planning the flowers you’ll be planting in your yard. Notice I said “planning.” While you may be able to plant perennials this month and cold tolerant annuals … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Family Getaway Plans for This Month’s Three Day Weekend

Thanks to George Washington, Abe Lincoln and their successors, you’ve got a three day weekend coming up this month. If you’re wondering what to do with the kids, I’ve got some suggestions for you. If you can take Monday off … Continue reading

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Get your scream on for Halloween with these activities in Lake Oswego

Halloween may not be for another month, but there are lots of excuses to get your scream on early in Lake Oswego. Check out this lineup of festivities. TEENS/TWEENS GET CRAFTY. Pumpkin Topiary for grades 6 and up. My wife … Continue reading

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6 Signs that Spring Has Sprung in Lake Oswego Oregon

Spring has sprung in Lake Oswego, and I’m not just talking about my camellias. After one of the wettest winters I can remember, it’s nice to see that things are changing and spring is in the air. Here’s proof. The … Continue reading

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5 Lessons to Take Away from Last Week’s Snowstorm

Like most Lake Oswegans I was hunkered down for a day or two last week due to the snowstorm with lots of time to think. These are the lessons I came away with. Life in the fast lane is over-rated. … Continue reading

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Your Guide to Ringing in the Holidays in Lake Oswego (Part 2)

The holiday activities just keep on coming! Here are some more to usher you all the way through. Holiday Magic Breakfast Theatre. Since this event repeats next weekend, I included it here again. Enjoy a special holiday continental breakfast ½ … Continue reading

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Your Guide to Ringing in the Holidays in Lake Oswego (Part 1)

From the 51st annual Holiday Tree Lighting to the Von Trapp Holiday Concert, Lake Oswego has a wonderful lineup of traditional and new activities to brighten your holiday season. There are so many, in fact, you’ll find them listed as … Continue reading

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5 Ways to Give Thanks in Lake Oswego

As my blog tries to prove, there is a lot to be thankful for when you live in Lake Oswego. ‘Tis the season to not only reflect on that, but pay it forward. Here are five ways you can do … Continue reading

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