The Harrison Community Center hosts an emergency blood drive Thursday, Aug. 25, from 1 to 7 p.m. entrance is at the side door on Frank E. Rodgers Boulevard. Registration is recommended and may be completed at www.nybc.org/njdrive with sponsor code 70864. You may also text (917) 699-9073 for an appointment. Please bring a photo ID and drink plenty fluids before donating. All donors will receive a New York Mets blood donation T-shirt, even if you’re unfortunately not a fan of the team.
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