Long Island Food Critic

As guests made their way to the gardens at Coe Hall, they are greeted with the sounds of live music from the energetic and full-of-life Motown sounds of the city "City Sounds Music Experience". The champagne, craft beer, and sangria were flowing as people danced the night away under the stars.

On a gorgeous summer evening in early August, at the beautiful gardens at Coe Hall, Planting Fields Arboretum was transformed into an energetic Motown Champagne Party. This celebration marks the eighth annual soiree for the Arboretum.

As guests made their way to the mansion courtyard, they were greeted by a champagne and cocktail station with beautiful flower arrangements abound. Party revelers mingled while waiting for the culinary offerings to be served.