The Soiree of the Summer took place at Sherman Gardens on August 29th as part of the 24th Annual Newport Beach Garden Tour.
With a temperature measurement provided by Hoag Hospital for each person and a 4 pm start time, the event allowed only 50 people into the gardens each hour. Attended by over 200 people the event was the most successful in Sherman Gardens History.
Guests enjoyed live music, delicious boxed meals from Sundried Tomato Café, a Bouquet Bar, and artists in the garden painting and selling their art. Attendees were encouraged to wear their favorite garden party ensemble and enter the garden party hat contest upon arrival.
In keeping with his message declaring 2020 as the “Year of the Volunteer,” Newport Beach Mayor Will O’Neill presented a City Proclamation recognizing Sherman Library & Gardens’ Volunteer Association. “It was a pleasure to meet Mayor O’Neill and receive volunteer recognition on behalf of Sherman Library & Gardens’ Volunteer Association. We have been an integral part of the Sherman organization for 24 years and are proud of our contribution to the developing education program,” said Patti Bass, President of the Volunteer Association.
A silent auction and raffle, with prizes donated by area businesses, contributed to the most successful Garden Tour in Sherman Library & Gardens’ history. “I’m overwhelmed by the generosity of our members, volunteers, and the community who continue to support Sherman Library & Gardens…especially during this challenging time. Proceeds from the Newport Beach Garden Tour & Summer Garden Party will support children’s education programs, which we look forward to growing in the coming year,” said Scott LaFleur, Executive Director of Sherman Library & Gardens.
Original artwork from this year’s Garden Tour artists is currently on display inside Café Jardin and for sale until September 16th.
Sherman Library & Gardens is located at 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona del Mar, CA 92625. Visit thesherman.org or call 949-673-2261.