Today: Free health screenings at OHSU-CHH

OHSU is hosting a health fair today in the CHH to promote World Diabetes Day. Free health screenings are taking place until 4:30pm.

"OHSU cardiovascular medicine experts will measure:

• Blood glucose
• BMI (body mass index)
• Cholesterol
• Blood pressure

* Nurses and physicians will be on hand for consults on test results.

-- Kendall Simmons, a Superbowl XL champion and former Pittsburgh Steeler, will explain how he tackled Type 1 diabetes.

-- Certified diabetes educators from NovoNordisk will discuss carbohydrate counting and food exchanges.  

-- March wellness representatives will demonstrate their Medical Exercise Program."

KGW video was on hand interviewing several OHSU employees. 

Grimm filming locations - Episode 3

Grimm Episode #3 aired tonight at 9pm PST:
"The station is abuzz as Nick and Hank are called to a case where an innocent flash mob results in a gruesome homicide..."

The South Waterfront and Portland Streetcar played starring roles in this episode!  The opening scenes take place in the South Waterfront with condo buildings and OHSU-CHH prominently displayed.

My earlier post (August) with more photos of the filming: a homicide takes place during a Streetcar flash mob.

(Did anyone notice David Giuntoli called it a "tram" later in the show?)

Mystery Photo Contest: Where am I?

The first ever South Waterfront Blog contest begins!  Do you know where this photo was taken?

Send me your answers here:  sowablog @gmail.com

Or feel free to submit your guesses via comments below.

While you are doing that, I will go figure out a prize.

Also, I am taking submissions for the next Mystery Photo Contest.

Criteria:
- Photo was taken in the general South Waterfront (or walk-able surrounding area).
- You took this photo. You have the rights to share it.
- I'll accept camera, iPad, smartphone photos, whatever you've got!

Send me your photos!

Gibbs St Bridge Span - Part 2

The next section of the Gibbs St bridge will be placed on Wednesday night, Nov. 9.

"I5 closed, detours planned, nighttime noise expected" - You were warned!

Here is the message from the Gibbs project team:

"The first bridge span has been set and crews will place the next span on Wednesday, November 9th, starting at 8:00 pm and completing by 5:30 am on Thursday. Since the bridge crosses I-5, the bridge span placement needs to take place at night to avoid traffic congestion and to keep workers and motorists safe. 

South Waterfront Craft Bazaar wants you!

Are you a crafty South Waterfront resident? Do you knit, sew, paint, sculpt, quilt, carve or have some other artsy talent? Our 1st Holiday Craft Bazaar is coming right up, and here is your opportunity to participate!

See this notice from the South Waterfront Community Relations:

"South Waterfront Craft Bazaar:  Call for Vendors 
Are you a South Waterfront knitter, jewelry maker, woodworker, painter, sculptor, or other artisan?  If you're a South Waterfront resident and interested in selling your wares this holiday season, please contact Heather Bayles at heather@southwaterfront.com or 503-972-3289.  Include your name, phone number, email address, and type of craft.  

The Holiday Bazaar is tentatively scheduled for Friday, December 9, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Umpqua Bank.  Tables will be provided, vendors will be responsible for any tablecloth or other decor, and it is up to each vendor to decide how they will accept payment.  Participation in on a first come, first served basis and space is limited.       
Friday, December 9, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Umpqua Bank 
3606 SW Bond Avenue, Portland, OR Map It