the artistic possibilities
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Upcoming events

Garden Tour
September 19, 2025
5pm. Kate Fellows leads a guided tour through the 3.5 acres of gardens. See more in the description.
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Solidarity Art Show
September 20, 2025 from 5:00 pm

Check out our new art exhibition! Currated by Two Chairs and hosted by the 4CF.

Opening September 20th at 5pm, on view untill Dec 5th.

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Design and construct the man-made environment to be in harmony with the natural environment.

Cast Block Wall System (CASTECO) - Page 1

author: Robert Shannon
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Design, Development, and Deployment of a Cast Wall System of high R value and fire resistance for bearing wall construction.

Preliminary Sketch

Preliminary Sketch
Criteria for cast wall system

Average R value of 40
Maximize recycled material
Minimize energy in production (embedded)
Maximize mass to interior
Allow for steel and concrete infill structure
Potential for multistory bearing walls
Maximize longevity
High fire rating
Waterproof
Channels for wiring
Easing of assembly
Facilitate attachment of other components

Cast Block Wall System (CASTECO) - Page 2

author: Robert Shannon
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Young Artist Painting Grant

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Supervised painting of door murals.