Get Free 'Elf' Gift After Giving Blood At Drive Near Newport Beach

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — The season of giving is nearly upon us, and the American Red Cross is urging Orange County residents to be generous with the gift of life-saving blood.

"Donations made now will help stock hospital shelves with life-saving blood products throughout the holiday season," Red Cross Representative Dana Simmons said.

As a thank-you, residents who give blood from Nov. 10 through Nov. 30 will receive an exclusive pair of "Elf" + Red Cross socks, while supplies last.

Those ready to help can schedule an appointment now by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

In Newport Beach, residents can schedule to make an appointment to donate blood here.

• Nov. 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 33501 Stone Hill Dr.
• Nov. 10, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. — Laguna Hills Blood Donation Center, 22971 Mill Creek Dr.
• Nov. 10, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. — Eaves, 333 1st St., Seal Beach.
• Nov. 12, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Laguna Niguel Presbyterian Church, 30071 Ivy Glenn Dr.
• Nov. 13, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Mesa Verde United Methodist Church, 1701 W. Baker, Costa Mesa.
• Nov. 14, noon to 6 p.m. — Mission Viejo City Hall, 200 Civic Center Dr., Mission Viejo.
• Nov. 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club, 25291 Vista del Verde, Coto de Caza.