Butterfly Release at Simmons Cancer Institute
June 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
315 W Carpenter
Springfield, IL 62702
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Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) at SIU Medicine invites the community to participate in its annual butterfly release, a meaningful tribute to honor the living and commemorate the memory of loved ones. Individuals may sponsor a butterfly in someone's name as a symbol of remembrance or celebration. The ceremony will feature the public reading of names, accompanied by music, inspirational reflections and the graceful release of butterflies. The emergence of a butterfly signifies the renewal of life, while its flight serves as a powerful symbol of freedom and joy.