The City Of Lake Oswego  near Portland OR "A place to "live where you play."
This beautiful city is located approximately 10 miles south of Portland, Oregon and is considered to be an outstanding residential area. The City encompasses Oswego Lake, a privately owned lake surrounded by highly sought after homes. The Willamette River runs along the eastern borders of the City. The residents have a strong sense of community, you will find excellent dining and shopping, award wining schools, a top ranked public library, and a diverse, dedicated Art community. It's a charming place for a weekend getaway. Stay in one of the beautifully appointed bed and breakfasts.

Parks and Recreation
The city maintains roughly 573 acres of open spaces and parks, including 24 developed parks, a swim park, a amphitheater, a public golf course, indoor and outdoor tennis courts and an adult community senior center. There are parks for pick nicking, children playgrounds, and soccer fields.

The Arts
The Festival of the Arts in held in the early summer and has been in operation since 1961. It's a three-day event, and showcases the visual arts, performance and artist demonstrations. The focal point of social activity, and community pride is The Lakewood Center for the Arts. Featuring dance, music, art galleries, and outstanding productions. The Lakewood Theatre Company, produces top notch plays and sells out regularly. The "Arts" are noticeable everywhere in this charming city, from sidewalk sculptures to fine art galleries.


Lake Oswego Schools
The district consists of 13 schools and are characterized by challenging curriculum, dedicated staff, with parent and community support. Lake Oswego schools rank among the highest in the state and have been recognized as an Exceptional School by the State of Oregon. Schools Enrollment as of 10/01/08.Lake Oswego High School 1279, Lakeridge High School 1080, Lake Oswego Junior High 604, Waluga Junior High 573. Elementary schools, Bryant 316, Forest Hills 400, Hallinan 327, Lake Grove 480, Oak Creek 346, Palisades 306, River Grove 275, Uplands 426, Westridge 331. Total District Enrollment: 6,743.


Neighborhoods in Lake Oswego Oregon
Lake Oswego's neighborhood association program began in 1974 with the development of the original comprehensive plan. Today, there are 19 recognized neighborhood associations within the City of Lake Oswego. Blue Heron Neighborhood Association, Bryant Neighborhood Association, Country Club-North Shore Neighborhood Association, Evergreen neighborhood Association, First Addition Neighbors Association, Forest Highlands Neighborhood Association, Glenmorrie Neighborhood,
Hallinan Neighborhood, Holly Orchard Neighborhood, Lake Forest Neighborhood, Lake Grove Neighborhood, Lakewood Neighborhood,McVey-South Shore Neighborhood, Oak Creek Neighborhood, Old Town Neighborhood, Palisades Neighborhood, Rosewood, Uplands Neighborhood Waluga Neighborhood, Westridge Neighborhood