Blood Drive at Menlo Park Mall Friday from 11 to 8 p.m.

Edison, NJ - Will you happen to be at Menlo Park mall this Friday? If so, consider donating while you're there.

On Friday, July 29 between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m., a mobile donor bus will be in the parking lot between the Cheesecake Factory and Barnes & Noble to collect blood. All donors will receive a coupon for a complimentary sandwich courtesy of Chick-fil-A. There is currently an emergency blood shortage throughout the New York/New Jersey metro area, with several types currently at a one-day supply.

The blood drive is being conducted by New Jersey Blood Services, a division of NY Blood Center. For an appointment call 800-933-2566 or go to:www.nybloodcenter.org. Walk-ins are welcome as well.