Butterfly Release Memorial
Saturday, July 8, 2023
9:00 AM
Location: Serenity Home
A short service will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m.
A few things to note if you are coming:
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Get here early. Parking is limited. Please carpool whenever possible. DO NOT park on Route 2 as it is extremely dangerous.
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We have arranged for a satellite parking location and a shuttle bus to bring you to & from the Serenity Home. The lot is located at the corner of Pines Road and 10th Street (1010 W Pines Road in GPS or Map app will get you to the parking lot). We will have volunteers there to direct you – so look for them in their yellow vests. Shuttles will begin running by 8:00am.
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Seating and shade is limited. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, umbrella, etc.
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In the event of heavy rain or severe weather, we will cancel the event and it will NOT be rescheduled.
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A decision will be made by 7:30 a.m. on July 8th and will be posted on our Facebook page or you may call the Serenity Home at 815-732-4111 to inquire.
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If cancelled, we will keep the butterflies refrigerated and make them available for pickup that morning. We will provide instructions on preparing them for release as soon as weather permits.