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Butterflies and memories take flight

by jmaloni

Press release

Tue, Jul 2nd 2013 12:20 pm

On Saturday, July 20, from 1 to 3 p.m., Niagara Hospice will hold its 10th annual butterfly release in the Memorial Gardens located at 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport.

In many cultures, butterflies are recognized as a universal symbol of hope and meaning, making them an ideal way to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones.

This event is open to the community, and organizers invite families and individuals to release butterflies in memory or in honor of someone special to them. In addition to the release, activities for the whole family will take place, including a bounce house, children's games, balloon art, refreshments, and live music by Step in Time.

Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator Mandy Raff said that more than 350 butterflies are released into the gardens each year.

"The butterfly release is definitely one of our best-loved annual events," she said. "It provides an opportunity for families and individuals to celebrate the people closest to them, and it brings the community together in a very special way."

To purchase live butterflies, hand-painted sun catchers, and butterfly plants, call Niagara Hospice at 716-280-0766 or visitwww.NiagaraHospice.org to order online or print an order form. All proceeds will benefit Niagara Hospice. (Please note that live butterflies are pre-sale only and must be ordered by July 8.)

Niagara Hospice has provided end-of-life comfort, care and support since 1988 to Niagara County individuals and families faced with terminal illness. No one is ever denied hospice care due to ability to pay. For more information, visit www.NiagaraHospice.org or call Hospice at 716-439-4417.

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