Be a lifesaver this summer and donate blood

The American Red Cross reminds all eligible blood donors make an appointment to give blood this summer because the need for blood never takes a summer vacation and must constantly be replenished.

While all blood types are needed to maintain a sufficient blood supply for patients, right now there is a special need for types O negative, B negative and A negative blood donors. Rh negative blood types are always in high demand because they potentially can be transfused to patients with Rh positive or Rh negative blood types.

To show appreciation to those who help save lives, all presenting donors at Red Cross blood drives and blood donation centers through September 7, 2011 will be entered in the Good to Give. Good to Go. promotion. One lucky person (21 and older) in the Mid-American Blood Services Division will have the chance to win a trip for four to Orlando, Florida.

How to Donate Blood

Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information.

A blood donor card or driver's license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

About the American Red Cross

Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation's blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.

Blood Donation Opportunities

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Star Dog Gallery 
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Studio For Regan

225 East 2nd Street Davenport, Iowa 52801 located in Bucktown Center for the Arts
Don't miss Final Friday June 24th from 6 pm to 9 pm with: 20 Danger Will Rogers Art Crew, Paintings will be up for auction to benefit the Alzheimer's Association starting June 15th so you can place bids. (free wine and cheese bar)

www.stardogart.com

Revel amid flickering tiki torches while sipping a cool beverage and listening to steel drums poolside at Brucemore during this year's Tahitian Party on June 24 from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. Enjoy roast suckling pig, noshes, and Polynesian drinks provided by Brucemore's new and returning food vendors - Benz Beverage Depot, Braise, First Avenue Wine House, Ruzicka's, Wright Touch Bake Shoppe and Catering, and Zins Restaurant. Bid on exclusive Brucemore experiences in the silent auction, such as special floral packages from the Brucemore Cutting Gardens Flower Shop, VIP ticket packages for Brucemore events, exclusive dining experiences on the estate, and private brunch on Brucemore's West Porch. All proceeds benefit the Lord & Burnham Greenhouse Rehabilitation Project to begin in July with completion targeted for October. The public is invited to contribute to the greenhouse project; donors of $1,000 or more will be acknowledged on a donor recognition tree to be placed in the greenhouse.

Sarah Anderson, member of the Tahitian Party Steering Committee, said, "I'd be hard pressed to find a way I'd rather spend a midsummer's evening in Iowa. There may be no better vantage to appreciate the mansion, its history, and the general splendor of summer in Cedar Rapids than gathered poolside at Brucemore with friends and patrons alike at the Tahitian Party."

Tickets are $50 per person.  Please call (319) 362-7375 to purchase tickets by Friday, June 17. Sponsorship levels are also available beginning at $100 and offering additional benefits. For more information, visit www.brucemore.org or call (319) 362-7375.

Mercy Medical Center is the Printing Sponsor and Leading Sponsors include : Kathleen and Tom Aller; Alliant Energy Foundation; Echo Batson and Mike Ahart; Benefit Solutions, Inc.; Bradley & Riley PC; Brenda Duello; Tim and Katie Hill; Jim Kern and Mickey Sigler; Linn County Board of Supervisors Witwer Trust; Nina E. and Victor Merveaux Fund; Paul and Jennifer Morf; National Trust for Historic Preservation; Paulson Electric Co.; Tom Peffer and Carol Reasoner; Fred and Janet Manatt Pilcher; Rinderknecht Associates, Inc.; Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, PLC; Simmons, Perrine, Moyer, Bergman, PLC; Solum & Lang Architects; and Wells Fargo.

Brucemore, Iowa's only National Trust Historic Site, is located at 2160 Linden Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Progressive Action for the Common Good (PACG) is a non-profit organization established to provide a progressive voice in discussions related to problems facing our society and to educate the public on how to promote and participate in public debate around issues of concern.

PACG promotes forums for discussion of such issues as Health Care Reform, Civil Rights, Media Reform, Local Foods, Women's Issues, The Environment/Sustainable Energy, and Peace and Justice. The public is invited join these discussions at any time.

PACG is pleased to announce that it has relocated its offices to Cobblestone Place located at 1212 West Third Street in Davenport. "The new offices will provide us with much more space and allow us to better facilitate the work of the many issue forums that we support", said Alta Price, President of the PACG Board of Directors. "Ensuring that all sides of an issue are represented in our daily discourse is of importance to us and why we promote issue forums that address such a wide range of topics", she said.

PACG will hold an open house at their new location on Thursday, May 26 from 6:30 to 8:00. The public is encouraged to attend and find out more about the organization and learn how the various forums might help them express themselves on the issues that are of concern to them.

"We're excited about the move, about the next phase for PACG and how we will be better positioned to provide the support individuals need to have their voice heard on the major issues within the country today", Price said.

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