Mary's Woods

04/27/2026

A recent Lake Oswego Review article shares stories of residents who brought their love of gardening with them to Mary’s Woods. 🌱

From raised beds to harvesting vegetables and caring for shade plants, residents stay active and connected to nature. Read more:

In each of its 40 years, it has been one of the first harbingers of spring on our street. My stellar magnolia tree bursts into hundreds of starry white blossoms […]

04/22/2026

Botanical watercolor artist Leslie Blanding Perrin led residents in a playful art practice in her recent "Seeing Outside the Lines" watercolor workshop. The class explored how Leslie captures the essence of botanicals using watercolor and pen, a freeform sketching style, and applying simple washes.

Leslie's work is on display through April 24th, in the historic Provincial House! 🌿

04/19/2026

It was a packed house for the Mary’s Woods Ukulele Group as they celebrated music from The Beatles. Their set featured favorite classics like Yellow Submarine, Let It Be, Yesterday, and more, bringing the community together through music. 🎶

04/14/2026

Colorful tulip bouquets welcomed the spirit of spring at the annual Easterseals Oregon Bloomfest. Residents and team members enjoyed the opportunity to support a mission driven organization while adding a pop of color to their homes.🌷

04/12/2026

During Employee Appreciation Month last month, HR Manager Christi Hardy hand-delivered notes of appreciation to staff members. Each card included a personalized note expressing residents' gratitude...

💙“Grateful for the heart & hard work you bring to Mary’s Woods every day.” 💙

04/08/2026

Mary's Woods residents are passionate about giving back to their community, on or off campus. 🩷

The Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce would like to extend our warmest regards to the family and friends of Shirley Faris, and thank all who have made donations to the Village Flower Basket program in her memory.

Over the past few weeks I've had the privilege to meet and talk with a number of Shirley's friends and neighbors. They describe her as as a fun and caring person who loved being with people ("she had a million best friends"). They say she possessed a beautiful ability to listen and somehow knew just the right time to inject levity when a conversation needed lightening up. She also wasn't afraid to speak her mind, and occasionally delivered a "real zinger."

Shirley was a driving force at Mary's Woods and enjoyed being active - her floor at Pepin was known as the "Movers & Shakers." Before she passed, she asked that donations in her memory be directed to the Village Flower Basket program. I was recently invited to join her neighbors at their weekly get-together, and share more about this 36-year-old tradition.

From May - October, over 200 flower baskets are hung along the main throughfares of Lake Oswego, funded by donors like you. Each basket costs apx. $400 to grow, hang, water and feed through the summer. The Lake Oswego Chamber Foundation collects tax-deductible donations year-round to ensure that both residents and visitors get to enjoy this beauty year after year.

If you, like Shirley, enjoy seeing the return of the flower baskets each year, you can make your donation online (https://www.lochamberfoundation.com/flowers/donate), or mail a check to LO Chamber Foundation, PO Box 368, Lake Oswego, OR 97034. If you'd like to make your donation in honor or memory of someone, let us know and we will include that in our Honor Roll of Donors, published in the Lake Oswego Review at the end of the year.

Thank you again to Shirley's friends and family. I will order a Chocolate Martini in her memory soon, and you will all be on my mind through the summer as we watch the flower baskets thrive.

Cheers! Jen P. (Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce)

Pictured: Dr. Jay Faris, Chris Faris, Shirley, and Kevin Faris (thank you for sharing, Kevin!)

04/08/2026

Chamber Music Northwest delighted residents with an hour-long performance featuring music from Poulenc to George Gershwin and Duke Ellington. 🎶

We're fortunate to have access to such talented local musicians!

04/06/2026

Thanks to our Tech@Home partner, Parasol Alliance for helping our residents thrive!

Big shoutout to Nora 👏

A resident at one of our client communities was ecstatic after getting help with a WordPress issue through our Tech@Home program.

Our on-site resident support techs meet residents wherever they are. No question is too small or too advanced.

Great support means showing up for everyone. That’s the Parasol difference.

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04/02/2026

Celebrating 25 amazing years! 🎉 Last week we honored Slavica's 25th anniversary with Mary’s Woods. Since 2001, she’s been a vital part of our Dining Services team, bringing comfort and joy to residents through every meal.

Thank you, Slavica, for your dedication, hard work, and heart—we’re so grateful for all you do! 💛

03/31/2026

Residents were in for a treat when botanical watercolor artist Leslie Blanding Perrin joined us for a special Artist Meet & Greet! 🎨 Leslie's beautiful work is currently on display in the historic Provincial House, through April 24.

Thank you, Leslie, for sharing your time, talent, and passion with our community! ❤️

03/29/2026

Mary’s Woods Resident Services team members host pop‑up visits around campus twice a month, giving residents a chance to learn more about helpful community resources.

This month, Concierge Manager Abi was on hand to answer questions and share how the Concierge team provides friendly, seamless support every day to residents.🌟

03/27/2026

With spring officially here, the Mary’s Woods campus is bursting with color. Residents are enjoying cherry blossoms, magnolias, and many other seasonal blooms throughout our scenic 40‑acre campus.

It's a great time of year to visit and enjoy the stunning display of colors! 🌸