City News & Announcements

Test 2026 City Council Goals Input

The Lake Oswego City Council will hold its annual goal setting retreat on Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in Council Chambers at City Hall. In preparation, the City Council would like to hear from the community. 

Please take a few minutes before 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, to share your input online.

Comments will be shared with the City Council before their retreat.

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Test Blood Drive - City Hall 2/5/26

The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood. You can help! 

The City is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, February 5. Please join us at City Hall, 380 A Avenue, between 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Schedule your appointment at www.redcrossblood.org or by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App (Text BLOODAPP to 90999) - use sponsor code LOCityHall.

For more information or assistance with scheduling, call 1-800-RED-CROSS.

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Test Learn Hands-Only CPR

February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on heart health and learn important skills that can save lives. 

Join us for a Hands-Only CPR class taught by the Lake Oswego Fire Department. This free, hands-on class will teach you how to recognize signs cardiac arrest and perform effective chest compressions - no prior experience required.

  • February 14 from 10-11 a.m. 
    Westlake Fire Station
  • February 26 from 6-7 p.m. 
    Jean Road Fire Station

Empower yourself with the confidence to act in an emergency and help save a life!

No registration necessary.

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Test Community Grants

Spring applications for the Council Goals Grant and Social Services Grant are now open. 

Grants will be awarded based on a competitive application process. Applications are due February 27 by 5 p.m. for spring funding.

Got an idea to keep Lake Oswego thriving? Apply today!

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Test Live Well Dance featuring the Millennium Dance Band

You're invited to the Live Well Dance on Friday, February 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Christ Church Parish 1060 Chandler Rd. 

The incomparable Millennium Dance Band plays dance music as performed by the “Big Bands” of the 1930’s, 40’s, and 50’s, with an occasional ballroom favorite.

All ages are invited to enjoy some great music, age 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

$7 per person at the door. 

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Test Foothills District Open House

The City is making progress in its effort to update the Foothills District Framework Plan, which outlines how the Foothills neighborhood should grow and change over time. 

The project team recently completed a detailed technical assessment of existing conditions in the neighborhood, including a comprehensive analysis of opportunities and constraints. To review this information and share your thoughts, please join us for an upcoming Open House on Thursday, February 26 at 6 p.m. 

For those who are not able to make it to the Open House, the City has also developed a project Story Map that includes several survey questions for members of the public to provide input. 

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Test Celebrate Black History Month this February

February 2026 is the 100th anniversary of the United States celebrating Black History Month. This year, we honor a century of lifting up the history, culture, and contributions of Black Americans.

The City invites you to celebrate Black voices and Black History month. Read more about this federally recognized holiday and enjoy a number of events, including: 

  • Celebrating Langston Hughes and the Harlem Renaissance
  • A Man Named York presented by Zachary Stocks
  • Who I Am Celebrating Me
  • BOYeurism
  • NW Black Comedy Festival 
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Test Lunar New Year Festival

On Saturday, February 28, from 12:00 to 3:30 p.m. at Lakeridge High School, celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with fun activities for the whole family! 

  • Arts and crafts from local vendors 
  • Decorate red envelopes and learn traditional ways to fold a dumpling
  • Enjoy a Lunar New Year floral arrangement demonstration
  • Musical performances by Palisades World Language School students
  • Performances by Red Rubies Vietnamese dance group
  • Korean Fan Dance & Nanta Drumming by Oregon Korean Performing Arts
  • Lion Dance by White Lotus Dragon and Lion Dance
  • Food available for purchase

Admission is free. 

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City Events and Meetings

Events

ONLINE: A Bookish Affair

Feb 8 2026 - 11:00am

Adult Basketball League

Feb 8 2026 - 12:00pm

The Before Hours Teen Book Club - An Informal Book Hangout

Feb 8 2026 - 12:00pm

Meetings

Planning Commission

Feb 9 2026 - 6:30pm

Foothills Community Advisory Committee (CAC) - 5th Meeting

Feb 10 2026 - 6:00pm

Historic Resources Advisory Board

Feb 11 2026 - 6:00pm