Category Archives: Things to do in Portland

Where to Enjoy Fall Colors In and Around Lake Oswego

Posted on October 5, 2025 by lovelakeoswego

As Lake Oswego residents we live in a city that is celebrating its 36th year as a Tree City USA honoree and its designation as the Oregon Tree City of the year. And we are only 12 miles away from Portland … Continue reading →

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‘Tis the Season for Marionberries!

Posted on July 6, 2025 by lovelakeoswego

If you live in the Portland metro area or have spent any time around Lake Oswego in the summer, you’ve likely encountered the deep purple gem that is the marionberry. It’s more than just a delicious fruit—it’s a point of … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day With a Visit to One of the Portland Area’s Favorites

Posted on April 20, 2025 by lovelakeoswego

April 26 is Independent Bookstore Day, a one-day national party to celebrate the fact that despite the threat of Amazon, indie bookstores are making a comeback. Unfortunately, the revival comes too late to save Lake Oswego’s former bookstores including Graham’s. … Continue reading →

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Making the Most of the Winter Months in Lake Oswego

Posted on January 19, 2025 by lovelakeoswego

The good news is that the shortest day of the year is behind us. While we’ve sung the praises of summer in Lake Oswego on this blog, we must also be transparent and admit that yes, sometimes the winter months can … Continue reading →

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Berry Picking In and Around Lake Oswego

Posted on June 9, 2024 by lovelakeoswego

Once you’ve tasted an Oregon-grown strawberry, there is no turning back. That will become the standard by which you compare all other strawberries, and I assure you, they will fall short. Luckily those juicy ripe morsels will arrive at the … Continue reading →

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10 Things We Love About Lake Oswego in February

Posted on January 28, 2024 by lovelakeoswego

ART BAR – VALENTINES. The Lake Oswego Library’s Art Bar is open all month in the lower level with all the supplies you and your kids need to create valentines for those special people in your life. Stop by and … Continue reading →

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Here in Lake Oswego, We Are in the Midst of National Celebrities

Posted on November 5, 2023 by lovelakeoswego

If you live in Lake Oswego, you are only miles away from two top nationally-ranked natural wonders…so what are you waiting for? November is a wonderful time to visit both. HOYT ARBORETUM. Yelp recently listed Hoyt Arboretum as the 11th … Continue reading →

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Enjoy Fun Close to Home in September

Posted on September 3, 2023 by lovelakeoswego

With the kids back in school, you might need to look closer to home for fun and entertainment. Luckily the Portland metro area has a lineup of offerings this September that range from artistic and culinary to family-friendly and canine. … Continue reading →

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How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in and Around Lake Oswego and Portland

Posted on March 5, 2023 by lovelakeoswego

There are lots of reasons for Irish eyes to be smilin’ this month if you live in Lake Oswego and the Portland metro area. Here are some of the more popular ones: THE DULLAHAN IRISH PUB ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVAL. … Continue reading →

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10 Things We Love About Lake Oswego in September

Posted on September 11, 2022 by lovelakeoswego

THE WEATHER. My wife and I have always insisted that the school schedule in Lake Oswego should run from October 1 through June 30 because the weather in September is not to be missed and sometimes our summer takes a … Continue reading →

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