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LO Speaks: Lake Oswego’s Answer to TED Talks

Yesterday about 100 inquiring minds gathered in the Lakeridge High School auditorium to hear seven people share their untold stories as part of Lake Oswego’s first ever “conference of great ideas.” And while the inspiration came from a variety of … Continue reading

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Here’s Why It’s Not Too Early to Make Your Valentine’s Day Plans Now in Lake Oswego

Valentine’s Day is one of those occasions it’s best to plan ahead for. Especially if you want to surprise your valentine with something that requires a reservation. Spots at romantic restaurants can fill up fast. Things can sell out. So … Continue reading

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New Year’s Resolutions for Lake Oswego Homeowners

It’s that time of year again when 40% of Americans set goals to improve their quality of life. By year’s end, statistics suggest only 8% of us will have followed through. To increase your odds for success, it helps to … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego’s Lakewood Theatre Company Provides Fertile Ground for Local Festival

You don’t have to belong to the Screen Actors Guild to get a sneak peek at new theater, film or art projects if you live in the Portland metro area. All you have to do is buy a ticket to … Continue reading

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Lake Oswego Reads Kicks Off This Week With Book Giveaway

Good Morning, Midnight by Lily Brooks-Dalton beat out 21 other books to become this year’s Lake Oswego Reads selection. The story follows the narrative of a 78 year old Arctic scientist and a mission specialist on a return flight from … Continue reading

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The Stories Behind Your Favorite Holiday Movie Houses

 ‘Tis the season to gather round with family and friends and binge-watch holiday movies. Ever wondered about some of the houses featured in your favorites? To satisfy the house-hunter in all of you, I did some digging. Here’s what I … Continue reading

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What do Blake Shelton and Lake Oswego, Oregon Have in Common?

In this season of list-making, I’d like to point out that Blake Shelton is a List Maker. People Magazine just named him the Sexiest Man Alive. He has also been listed as the Favorite Male Country Artist in 2016 and … Continue reading

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15 Ideas for Things to Do When School’s Out for Winter Break

School’s out for two weeks starting next Monday so in addition to shopping, wrapping, cooking and baking, you might want to plan some activities for your family to enjoy. Take a look at what’s going on during Christmas break both … Continue reading

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The Search for the Perfect Christmas Tree in Lake Oswego Starts Here

The Christmas tree hunt is on as my blog analytics tell me. So I’ve done my best to update last year’s post on finding the perfect Christmas tree in or around Lake Oswego. This year there are some new additions … Continue reading

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Add These Experiences to Your Shopping List for Happier Recipients

As we all rush around to buy gifts for loved ones on our Christmas lists, it might be wise to take the advice of Cornell psychologist, Dr. Thomas Gilovich—buy experiences, not things. Seems things only satisfy us for a while, … Continue reading

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