Coal City United Methodist Church to host community blood drive Nov. 3

Event will take place from 4-7 p.m.

The American Red Cross is also urging healthy donors of all blood types to give blood or platelets and help ensure a stable blood supply for patients this holiday season.

COAL CITY — Coal City United Methodist Church, located a 6805 E. McArdle Road in Coal City, will host a community blood drive in conjunction with Versiti Blood Center on Wednesday, Nov. 3 from 4-7 p.m. 

If you would be willing to donate blood, please contact Karen Hart at 708-217-5808 to schedule your preferred time or you may register online at www.versiti.org. Walk-ins are also welcome. Please bring a photo ID and eat a good meal before donating.

Please consider giving blood - one pint of blood can save up to three lives.