AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Hope & Healing Place is inviting the community to Wings of Hope, a free butterfly release and remembrance event honoring loved ones who have died.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to noon at Memorial Park in Amarillo, located at Southwest 26th Avenue and Jackson Street.

Wings of Hope features the release of 500 butterflies — a symbolic gesture representing healing, transformation and remembrance. The family-friendly event will also include face painting, butterfly-themed crafts, a chalk walk memorial and other activities for all ages.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.

While the event is free, participants may reserve butterflies in memory of loved ones for $25 each or five for $100. Reservations can be made on

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