The 31st Annual ARF Garden Tour takes place on Saturday, June 17th featuring private gardens in the village of East Hampton. Below is a short description of this important fundraising event for the animals at the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons and the full release is attached above. Also attached is the event artwork by John Canemaker and photos by Sole Riley.

ARF’s Garden Tour is a must for gardeners and those who simply enjoy the beautiful landscapes found on the East End. The 2017 tour features gardens in the village of East Hampton. The self-guided tour takes place from 11AM to 5 PM, rain or shine. Patrons who purchase tickets at the $175 level and above are invited to the pre-tour cocktail party held on Friday, June 16, from 6 PM to 8 PM at the home of Libby and Shahab Karmely, built originally for Sarah Diodati Gardiner. Tour tickets $85. For more information or for tickets visit arfhamptons.org or call 631.537.0400 x219.

Featured Gardens: Dr. Richard Axel, Susan and Frank Dunlevy, Alex Goren and Brooke Kroeger, Carol and Paul Mendez, Jackie and Alan Mitchell, Scott Sanders and Peter Wilson, Frances Schultz. Co-Chairs: Mark Fichandler, Barbara Slifka