Blood Drive Scheduled In Patterson

PUTNAM COUNTY, NY — The American Red Cross, Town of Patterson Recreation and Parks Office and Assemblyman Kevin Byrne will host a blood drive Aug. 24 at the Patterson Rec Center.

The blood drive will take place from noon to 5 p.m. at the center at 65 Front St.

"Donating blood is one of the simplest yet very meaningful ways you can help out our community,” said Byrne. “It doesn’t take long and is a relatively small sacrifice for one person which can be lifesaving to another. Blood banks are always in need of donations, so please consider signing up to donate blood today. I plan to donate again that day and hope to see you there!”

To schedule an appointment, residents are asked to call 1-800-RED-CROSS, or schedule online at www.redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code “Patterson.” Walk-ins will only be taken if there is room the day of the drive.