ROUND LAKE – State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is encouraging Lake County residents to donate blood at the Round Lake Area Park District from 2-6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16.

“Blood donations continue to be essential to the health of people in our community,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “There is a critical need for blood donations from healthy individuals, and this event will be a safe and accessible opportunity to help strengthen our blood supply.

The blood drive will be hosted by Versiti and Edly-Allen at the Round Lake Area Park District’s Senior Center, located at 814 Hart Rd. in Round Lake. Individuals are encouraged to sign up ahead of time, however walk-ins are welcome as well.

“I’m proud to team up with Versiti once again to provide a safe outlet for people to make a difference,” said Edly-Allen. “We must meet the needs of our community by working together.”

For more information about this blood drive or to schedule an appointment, please visit the Versiti website.