SOUTH PARIS — The McLaughlin Garden and Homestead welcomes all to Garden Illuminated, a signature fundraising event and magical late summer evening celebration set for 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at 97 Main St.

Outside, guests can enjoy the peace and serenity of the McLaughlin Garden’s grounds as hundreds of candles illuminate garden pathways. Inside the historic barn, visitors will be treated to live music by Maine’s favorite Motown — Memphis Soul revue band, Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations, who will perform classic soul covers and originals.

“Experiencing the beauty of the garden under the stars, while simultaneously enjoying such wonderful music in the barn, is sure to both bring you back and lift you up,” according to a news release from Karla Horecky, the McLaughlin Garden’s managing director.

The major fundraising event for the McLaughlin Garden will provide the critical funding needed to sustain the garden grounds and to support the wide range of programs offered to all ages. The organization is committed to the local and broader communities, and extends free and low-cost programming for all ages, whenever possible, and provides a beautiful, safe and healthy environment where discovery, creativity and connections are nurtured.

The 2024 season sponsor is Stephens Memorial Hospital – Maine Health; event sponsors include 290 Maine Street and Roopers Beverage and Redemption; and, by beverage sponsors, Geary Brewing Company and Eighteen Twenty Brewing Company.

Tickets cost $20 for members and $25 for non-members.

For tickets or more information visit mclaughlingarden.org or call 207-743-8820.

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