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Everyone still has time to sign up for the Renfrew and Area Seniors Home Support Memorial Butterfly Release.
Set for August 30th at 10:30 a.m., the event will take place at O’Brien Park in Renfrew. Janine Wall, Development Coordinator tells us that the event is a way for people to gather and remember departed loved ones.
The event signifies the release of a loved ones soul and the memories they left behind. Seniors Home Support will have volunteers on hand the day of to release butterflies for anyone who cannot attend.
Wall goes on to say if there is inclement weather on the day of, purchasers will be able to pick up the butterflies at the office on Raglan and release them privately instead.
Butterflies are available for purchase until August 17th. Visit their office at 214 Raglan St. S. or call 613-366-4747 to purchase butterflies for the following prices by credit card or e-transfer:
- 1 Butterfly for $25
- 2 Butterflies for $45
- 3 Butterflies for $70
- 4 Butterflies for $85
- 5 Butterflies for $100
Information can be found on the Renfrew and Area Seniors Home Support website.
(Written by: Bob Kubbinga)
