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Antoinette Perry enjoys hosting first garden party

The annual garden party at Government House had a new host this year.

'I thoroughly enjoyed the day,' says Lt. Gov.

'They appreciate it and I appreciate people coming,' Perry said. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)

The annual garden party at Government House had a new host this year.

Antoinette Perry was appointed P.E.I.'s lieutenant governor last October, so this was her first experience with the garden party held every year at Fanningbank.

Tuesday's event featured music from the Great George Street Brass Band, under the direction of Ron Murphy, as well as refreshments and of course, garden scenery.

The Great George Street Brass Band entertained visitors to the garden party. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)

Perry said she enjoyed herself.

"I think a lot of people were just delighted they kind of happened on this site. They came in and it was a lovely surprise for them."

Perry loves to welcome people to the public property, she said.

"It shows the Island hospitality and they appreciate it and I appreciate people coming."

No garden party is complete without entertainment. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)

The music was "wonderful," Perry said, as was the weather.

"The weather was perfect. There was the nicest breeze coming off the water."

Visitors were greeted with plenty flowers. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)
The gardens at Fanningbank are complete with hedges. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)
The flowers on the property are nothing to sneeze at. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)
'The band sounded wonderful and it all contributed to the whole atmosphere,' Perry said. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)
Many were dressed up for the occasion. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)
Visitors to the party were served refreshments. (Natalia Goodwin/CBC)

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With files from Natalia Goodwin