The American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets now to address a recent drop in donation appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply.
The start of summer can shake up normal routines, but it’s important for donation appointments to stay on the calendar.
Appointments are critical this week for people waiting for lifesaving care. Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule a time to give now.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities, May 30-June 5:

TUESDAY
Noon to 4:30 p.m., Auburn Mall, 550 Center St., Auburn
Noon to 5 p.m., Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Road, Kittery

WEDNESDAY
11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Denmark Town Hall, 62 East Main St., Denmark
Noon to 5 p.m., North Windham Veterans Center, 35 Veterans Memorial Drive, Windham
1 to 5:30 p.m., United Parish Congregational Church of Harrison and N. Bridgton, 77 Main St., Harrison

THURSDAY
9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion, 25 Industrial Park Road, Boothbay
1 to 6 p.m., Cressey Road United Methodist Church, 81 Cressey Road, Gorham
1 to 6 p.m., Saint Francis Church, 130 Route 133, Winthrop

FRIDAY
9 a.m. to 2 p.m., O’Brien’s Event Center, 375 Main St., Waterville
10 a.m. to 3 p.m., MaineGeneral Health, 35 Medical Center Parkway, Augusta

SATURDAY
10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Livermore Falls Fire Department, 15 Park St., Livermore Falls

MONDAY
Noon to 5 p.m., Nasson Community Center, 457 Main St., Springvale
1 to 5:30 p.m., Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave., Lisbon Falls