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Farmington Gardens Banquet Hall Opening Announced
Former home of Lexington Gardens will host May 19 event.
The transformation of the former Lexington Gardens Garden Center and Flower Shop into Greater Hartford’s newest special events facility is almost complete.
A May 19 opening is planned.
Owner and Project Manager Phil Chabot said “Construction delays pushed back the opening several months, but Farmington Gardens will be ready for our first event, the 10th Annual Farmington Rotary Wine Tasting, Wine in the Gardens, and we are booking events now for June and beyond.”
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The facility can accommodate up to 340 guests.
“The greenhouse has been recreated into the Glass Room, which is perfect for smaller parties, breakfast or lunch meetings,” he added.
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“I decided to open the business to give my sister a job,” Chabot joked, referring to Katrina Chabot, who will be graduating from Johnson & Wales University College of Culinary Arts this spring. She will be joined by a “well-known chef.”
Farmington Gardens, “A Special Place for Special Occasions,” is family-owned and operated. Brothers Christopher and Nicholas will serve as bar manager and business manager, respectively.
“People will be amazed at the enchanted garden that’s been created behind the gates, overlooking the meadows” said Marketing Manager Lindsay Ryan. Landscaping includes a koi pond, gazebo, and patio. “The natural beauty of the location, and the restored barn and silo have created a contemporary atmosphere that is elegant, yet rustic. People will love this space,” Ryan added.
Want to be among the first to visit Farmington Gardens? The Wine in the Gardens event, Thursday, May 19, 6:30-9:30 p.m., is open to the public. Tickets are $40; $60 for VIP tickets which provide a 6 p.m. preview and premium sampling.
Over 50 wines from around the world will be provided for tasting by Wine Cellars 4, as well as microbrews and martini samples. Entertainment will be provided by the Farmington High School Jazz Quartet, and there will be both live and silent auctions. Damon Scott from 96.5 TIC FM will serve as auctioneer.
Proceeds will benefit a local child through Make a Wish Foundation, Farmington Rotary’s High School scholarship program, and other Rotary charitable projects.
For tickets and information, call 860-255-8207, visit the Rotary website, www.farmingtonrotary.org or email FarmingtonRotary@gmail.com. Tickets can also be picked up at Farmington Bank, 32 Main St.
