COMMONWEALTH Gardens
August 27, 2009 by Ian
Filed under Green Features
COMMONWEALTH Gardens (CG) are an additional, unique aspect of the new Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital & Healthcare Campus. CG will be a model of sustainable gardening that will provide organic food and a place for rejuvenation within a hospital setting. The goals for CG are: 1. To provide a venue in which the relationship [...]
Wine and Mushroom Train
August 27, 2009 by Ian
Filed under Wine and Mushroom Train
On Saturday, November 7th, the Frank R. Howard Foundation hosted the Wine Mushroom Train, which was the headline event for the 2009 Mendocino County Wine Mushroom Fest running November 6-15, 2009. More than 150 patrons were aboard the Skunk Train for a majestic trip through the redwoods to Camp Mendocino. The event was a great [...]
Green Features
July 29, 2009 by admin
Filed under Green Features
Regarding the actual construction of the hospital itself, the new facility will be built to strict specifications set by the United States Green Building Council for new construction as established by LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). This process is totally voluntary and is a way for building owners to demonstrate their commitment to [...]
