The City of Lake Oswego, along with Republic Services, is offering a bulky waste drop off event on Saturday, October 4th. Items that can be dropped off include mattresses, stoves, furniture, water heaters, the sort of items that can not be left for pick up at the curb.
They will not accept anything with freon, construction debris of any type, solvents, tires, or household garbage.
The event is free and runs from 9am to noon at 4101 Kruse Way (the Yamaha parking lot). You have to remove the item from your vehicle and lift it to get it into the bins that will be provided.
There are so many things going on in Lake Oswego all the time…for kids, for families, for teens, for retirees, for sports enthusiasts… We try to give a flavor of all of it on a regular basis here at the Blotter.
This week I have a particular pick for you! “Pints from the Past”… A presentation at the Lake Twin Theater on : “Notable Women of Portland” with Dr Tracy J Prince & Zadie Schaffer. 6:30 – 8:00PM
Learn how many women made their mark and radically changed the Oregon frontier. Admission is free, but drink purchases are encouraged to help offset the cost for the theater. For more information, contact Joshua Macias at JMacias@lakeoswego.city(link sends e-mail) or 503-675-2535. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library. You can also CLICK HERE for details.
Lake Theater & Café, 106 North State Street, Lake Oswego, OR
There’s some good news in Lake Oswego about the Farmer’s Market.
Thanks to a grant from the Oregon Farmer’s Market Association, the Saturday market at Millennium Plaza has been extended by 3 additional weeks. The final market will take place on October 25th instead of October 4th. This market is more than a shopping trip, it’s an event. Live music, yummy meals, and hand crafted goods are offered along with all of the harvests of fall. The market runs Saturdays from 8:30 to 1:30.
In addition, there will be an Farmer’s Market in Lake Grove on September 7th, October 5th, and November 2nd, from 11am to 2pm on Hallmark Drive.
Here are my picks for fun activities in Lake Oswego this week!
Mon, August 25, 2025 – 10:30 AM ~ Early Childhood Movement and Music in Mandarin Chinese – Every Monday this is the place to bring your 2-5-year-old for a program of movement, singing and playing instruments. And it’s free! ~ Lake Oswego Library – 706 Fourth St. ~ CLICK HERE
Tues, August 26, 2025 – 5:30 PM ~ World Cinema Series “Kedi” (Turkish)~ Animal lover? Bring the entire family for this mesmerizing documentary celebrating the unique bond between humans and their feline neighbors. ~ Lake Theater & Cafe – 106 N State St ~ More Info: CLICK HERE
Wed, August 27, 2025 6:30 – 8:30 PM ~Stone in Love (Concert Series) ~ You’re in for a treat…bring your blankets and chairs and get ready to enjoy this high energy Journey tribute band. These guys bring it all on legendary hits known the world over. ~ Westlake Park, 14165 Bunick Drive ~ More Info :CLICK HERE
Thurs, August 28, 2025 – 7:00-10:30 PM ~Movies in the Park: “Moana” ~ Free popcorn… face-painting…snacks available from vendors… What’s not to enjoy? Bring the whole family out under the stars. ~Westlake Park, 14165 Bunick Drive ~ More Info :CLICK HERE
Fri, August 29, 2025 – 5:00 PM ~Summer Adult Slow Pitch SoftballLeague ~ The season closes today, and what fun it was! You can learn more about the League and consider registering for the 2026 seasonHere:CLICK HERE
Sat, August 30, 2024 – 8:30 AM-1:30 PM (repeats every Saturday)– Lake Oswego Farmers Market ~ C’mon down & enjoy local artisans, music and the bounty of local produce and goods provided every Saturday thru October! ~ Millennial Plaza Park, 200 1st St Lake Oswego ~ More Info :CLICK HERE
Mark you calendars for September 18th, 5:30-7:30pm. The City of Lake Oswego is hosting an emergency preparedness fair. We know that significant events happen. I’ll never forget the ice storm and sub-zero temperatures that hit LO in January of 2024. It was a tough week! This fair will show you how to prepare for earthquakes, floods, winter storms and other disasters. The event is free and will feature approximately 20 information booths, plus programs and activities. It will take place at City Hall, 380 A Avenue. The time to get prepared is now!
It’s summertime in Lake Oswego and that means all kinds of fun things including Farmers’ Market every Saturday which is an awesome mix of local growers, vendors, artisans & music, but did you know about the concerts?
Wednesdays from 7-9 Foothills Park offers music + food vendors events- the next one being “Band After Midnight“, an ABBA Tribute experience on July 30th this week. Also on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 in Westlake Park you can bring your blanket or folding chairs to enjoy some music & food vendors on a summer evening…Next one is “Cloverdale” on August 6th.
Sundays from 6-7:30 enjoy music in Millennium Plaza Park! Bring some snacks or enjoy some of the surrounding restaurants’ offerings… the next event being Sunday July 27th with a local favorite…the Boogie Cat himself: Norman Sylvester!
Mark your calendar for the Foothills Park Twilight Show on Saturday August 16th when the Portland Festival Symphony will sweep you away. Enjoy the atmosphere and the food vendors at this special event.
For more information on more scheduled concerts this summer CLICK HERE. ***And make sure to check back for updates!
Yes, yes, I know. Lake Oswego Reads won’t roll around again until next spring. I am bringing this subject up because I am late to the party this year. The annual, city-wide, reading event has consistently selected great books. Like with Reese or Oprah, if it’s on the LO reads list, you know it’s going to be good.
This year’s pick was “How to Read a Book”, by Monica Wood. The book was loaned to me by one of my walking buddies, and I started it a few days ago. It is just so good! It has a bit of everything. Characters young and old, steadfast and shaky, it’s allowing me to look at life through multiple lenses that stand alone but also mesh together.
This motivated me to re-visit the list of books that have annually been chosen for the last 20 or so years. It’s a great resource for book suggestions. For a complete list, click here.
Now I wish I had been more timely. The LO Reads program lasts an entire month and includes shared discussions, art exhibits, and a presentation by the writer of the book. The book is usually announced in February with the month of events occurring in April. I will be more on-top of my timing in 2026.
But it’s never too late to pick up a good book, and I highly recommend the books suggest by LO Reads.
Lake Oswego has the most wonderful library with lots of great programs. One of those is the summer challenge for kids. It includes:
Start out by registering for the challenge at www.lopl.org/summer. When you register, you will receive a free book.
Read all summer long and receive raffle tickets for the grand prize, which will be given out at the end of summer. Participate in a scavenger hunt with ten different locations throughout the city.
Attend one of the events at Rossman Park. (555 4th St) Wednesdays (June 18 & 25, July 2,9,16, 23, and 30, and August 6th) 2pm. Activities include live music, crafts, Japanese drumming and more.
Visit the children’s library in July and receive a free roller-skating rental at Oaks Park.
Visit the children’s library in August for a free Blazer’s game ticket.
There is even a program for adults. Read books, attend events, and complete challenges to earn points. Every 60 points earned means another entry into a drawing for weekly prizes as well as gift baskets that will be given out at the end of summer.
Living in Lake Oswego is an experience of community. That’s why we post these little snippets of activities offered by various groups! Here are my picks for what to do this week in Lake Oswego:
Mon, May 19, 2025 – 6:30 PM ~ Sustainability Advisory Board Meeting – (Online )- Lake Oswego is committed to acting and preparing to recommend plans and programs that help the community meet and prepare for the impacts of climate change. Read the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan & learn more about this valuable contribution to Lake Oswego’s continued livability. ~ CLICK HERE
Tues, May 20 , 2025 – 6:00 PM ~ Adult Cornhole League– Every Tuesday at the Lake Oswego Rec & Aquatic Center you can find the Adult Cornhole League doing their thing! Check it out & get involved ~ 17525 Stafford Rd Lake Oswego More Info: CLICK HERE
Wed, May 21, 2025 – 10:30 AM ~Public Works Story Time ~ In honor of the national “People, Purpose, Presence” Public Works Week you can come to the Lake Oswego Public Library and hear stories of diggers, excavators, bridges & more! Celebrate these indispensable people keeping everything running for us.~ Lake Oswego Library, 706 Fourth St, Lake Oswego ~ More Info :CLICK HERE
Thurs, May 22, 2025 – 5:30-7:30 PM ~Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum ~As detailed in Dianne’s piece last week, Dr. Sarah Present and Suicide Prevention Coordinator Galli Murray will discuss the importance of mental health awareness, who is at risk for suicide, trends we are seeing nationally and regionally, and how we can support someone who is struggling. ~ Lake Oswego City Hall, 380 A Ave, Lake Oswego ~ More Info :CLICK HERE
Fri, May 23, 2025 – 10:00-11:30 AM ~Digital Estate Planning Class~ Learn from the legal experts at Samuels Yoelin Kantor Law Group everything needed to prepare for the management of your digital assets and how to avoid any problems in transferring things to your heirs.~505 G Ave, Lake Oswego ~ More Info:CLICK HERE
Sat, Apr 12, 2024 – 3:00PM-4:00PM (repeats every Saturday)– Lake Oswego Farmers Market ~ C’mon down & enjoy local artisans, music and the bounty of local produce and goods provided every Saturday from now till October! ~ Millennial Plaza Park, 200 1st St Lake Oswego ~ More Info :CLICK HERE
On May 22nd, the City, in partnership with Clackamas County, will be hosting a Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Forum. Occurring from 5:30 to 7:30pm, the event is free.
At this forum, presenters Clackamas County Health Officer Sarah Present, and Suicide Prevention Coordinator Galli Murray, will discuss the importance of mental health awareness, who is at risk for suicide, trends we are seeing nationally and regionally, and how we can support someone who is struggling.
Three other events will be happening:
Hands-on Narcan training. Learn how to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to safely administer Narcan.
Holding an drug take-back event to allow people to safely dispose of unwanted and expired prescriptions. They are taking back veterinary and over-the-counter medications as well.
Safe disposal of syringes and EpiPens.
Giving away handgun lockboxes and medication lockboxes with cable locks, while supplies last.
Informational booths will be on hand from 14 different mental health related services including the Clackamas County Crisis and Support Line and the Lake Oswego School District.
Mental health affects all of us. This will be 2 hours well spent. The location of the event is Lake Oswego City Hall, 380 A Avenue.
