Before fireworks, barbeques, and beers, help save some lives this 4th of July by donating blood or platelets. Apple pie, baseball, and helping to save lives…how patriotic!

What: Celebrate Freedom Blood Drive
When: Saturday, July 4
Where: Red Cross Portland Center
3131 N. Vancouver Ave.
Portland, OR 97227

Details: Activities for kids, entertainment by the Rose City Clowns. Free giveaways for presenting blood and platelet donors: Shari’s apple pie, event t-shirt, 2-for-1 discount Beaver Baseball tickets (all while supplies last)

Why: Help save lives and get free apple pie…because giving blood can be delicious!

How: Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to reserve your appointment time or visit www.givelife.org and enter sponsor code “celebrateatpdx”