March 1st, 2012
Two exciting new retail establishments are making the South Waterfront their home this spring:
Little Big Burger will open their sixth location in Portland at the Ardea. Little Big Burger burgers are made with a 1/4 lb. of Cascade Natural beef, local brioche buns, local cheeses, organic veggies, and Camden’s Catsup. They also have a veggie burger option and addictive truffle oil fries. Yum! The new location is set to open late Spring 2012.
Oranj Studio, a boutique hair salon and art gallery, also plans to open at the Ardea this spring! Owner Tamara Dayton is Portland’s own local hair whisperer (this writer is one of her many devotees and can’t wait for her to be just one block away)! The studio is scheduled to open in March. Stop in and say hi or schedule an appointment to take in some art, sip some wine, and put your hair in good hands.
February 28th, 2012
It is estimated that 57 million Americans have pre-diabetes. Are you one of them? A person with pre-diabetes is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes as well as other medical conditions. The good news is there are simple steps you can take to reduce your risk. Learn these steps by registering for this class at 503-494-3273.
Tuesday, February 28, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
OHSU march wellness & fitness center
3303 SW Bond Ave, 2nd Floor, Portland, OR Map It
503-418-6272 | marchwellness.com
$25 AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 24th, 2012
Dr. Susan Tolle, M.D., Director of the OHSU Center for Ethics in Healthcare, will present “New Challenges and Complex Healthcare Politics as We Assure that Patient Wishes are Respected.”
Oregon is the national leader in the use of POLST (Physicians Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment). POLST moves beyond political rhetoric to assure that you get the treatments you want and avoid those you don’t. You will learn how POLST differs from an advanced directive, who should have a POLST and who is not yet ready to have a POLST, and how a POLST form is filled out in partnership with your doctor or health care practitioner.
Part of this 12-minute film was made at Mirabella portraying a resident of Mirabella (Beverly Healy, pictured above). Dr. Tolle will be available to answer questions and refreshments will be served.
Friday, February 24, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Mirabella, Willamette Hall
3550 SW Bond Avenue, Portland, OR Map It
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 22nd, 2012
Join your fellow South Waterfront bibliophiles for a discussion of the following books on the fourth Wednesday of every month:
February 22: Cream of Kohlrabi, by Floyd Skloot. Floyd Skloot will attend the book group on February 22. Feel free to bring your friend, relative, or spouse – especially if they have read the book. Wine and cheese will be provided.
March 28: The Quiet American, by Graham Greene. You might want to check out the 2002 movie version of this book, starring Michael Caine.
April 25: The Sense of an Ending, by Julian Barnes.
May 23: The God of Small Things, by Arundhati Roy.
June 27: The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources of Love, Character, and Achievement, by David Brooks.
Please contact Michelle at michelledwalsh@aol.com for information.
Fourth Wednesday, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Meriwether East Amenities Room
0836 SW Curry Street, Portland, OR Map It
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 21st, 2012
Learn how to reduce joint pain and muscle tension with self-treatment techniques that rehydrate your connective tissue and rebalance your nervous system. Improve flexibility, balance, posture, and core strength as you reduce everyday aches and pains. This technique will make your body feel better and keep you active and pain-free for a lifetime.
Tuesday, February 21, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
OHSU march wellness & fitness center
3303 SW Bond Ave, 2nd Floor, Portland, OR Map It
503-418-6272 | marchwellness.com
$15 AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 18th, 2012
Ever think of making art as a wellness activity? Did you know that in ancient times Japanese Zen Buddhists practiced painting and calligraphy as a form of meditation? Join instructor Cindy Lommasson to learn and explore Chinese brush painting for relaxation and stress relief. An introductory class is required prior to a topic class; if you have experience please review with Cindy. Topic classes require your own paper and paint, or you may purchase them at class for $3.
Saturday, February 18
Introduction Class – 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Wild Orchids & Rocks Class – 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
OHSU march wellness & fitness center
3303 SW Bond Ave, 2nd Floor, Portland, OR Map It
503-418-6272 | marchwellness.com
$30 AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 16th, 2012
Despite the widespread availability of contraceptives, birth control methods are used inconsistently or incorrectly and this exposes women to the risk of unintended pregnancy. Reasons for imperfect use include misperceptions about risks and fear of side effects, particularly with hormonal methods. Jeffrey Jensen, MD, MPH, is a physician and women’s health researcher, who is inspired by his patients to develop new contraception methods. Dr. Jensen will talk about next-generation birth control and the race to bring better choices to family planning.
Please contact 503-494-0768 for information.
Thursday, February 16, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
OHSU Auditorium, Marquam Hill Campus, Old Library Building
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Road, Portland, OR Map It
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 10th, 2012
Join Dr. Greg Schober, owner of Macadam Vision, as he discusses the affects of aging on eye health.
Please contact 503-288-5661 for information.
Friday, February 10, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Umpqua Bank
3606 SW Bond Avenue, Portland, OR Map It
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 9th, 2012
Please join Umpqua Bank for their Jono Hennessy, Carter Bond, and Zanotti Fraganola eyewear trunk show sponsored by Myoptic Optometry. These exclusive lines will be available to see and order for one night in their entirety only at the South Waterfront. There will be opticians on hand and the event will be catered with food and beverages with a chance to win a free pair of glasses!
Please contact 503-288-5661 for information.
Thursday, February 9, 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Umpqua Bank
3606 SW Bond Avenue, Portland, OR Map It
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
February 9th, 2012
Interested in how urban renewal is affecting your neighborhood? Attend the monthly North Macadam Urban Renewal Advisory Committee Meeting to stay informed!
For a general overview of the North Macadam URAC, visit http://www.pdc.us/ura/sowa_n-macadam.asp.
Thursday, February 9, 8:30 am – 10:00 am
OHSU Center for Health & Healing
3303 SW Bond Ave, 3rd Floor, CHH 3070 Room 4,
Portland, OR Map It
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
