>yep, that works.. obvious now, but I sure was blind to it before.. Thanks!
>
>Now the grid shows up.. but still shows no content.. As far as I can tell I've followed the databinding instructions in the DataBindingWPFControls sections..
>Is there some type of Refresh() needed?

I am not really up on the WPF stuff but just looking at the Dev guide there is a sample that reads:

BindingExpression binding = txtFontSize.GetBindingExpression(TextBox.TextProperty);
binding.UpdateTarget();

Now, it would seem to me this shouldn't be necessary on a first load situation. I can look further into it later today and I bet we can figure it out. I will reply to your private email.
Tim