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CONTACT PERSON: Dawn Vitez

LETS RIDE FOR THE RED CROSS

MOTORCYCLE RIDE AUGUST 14^TH

Lebanon Valley Motorcycle Club and the American Red Cross of Lebanon County will be holding the 5^th Annual Lets Ride for the Red Motorcycle Ride on Saturday, August 14^th, 2010. Join us for a 50 to 60 mile scenic ride through beautiful Lebanon County. All Bikers and Passengers are welcome.

This event is held to benefit the Lebanon County Chapter of the American Red Cross. All proceeds from the ride will stay in Lebanon to support our local disaster services.

Riders: First and foremost is your own registration in the ride. Your fee of $20.00 will be waived if pledges exceed the registration fee. All Pledge Checks are to be made payable to the Lebanon County American Red Cross and must be presented on the day of the ride.

Day of the Ride: All riders will meet at the Lebanon Valley Motorcycle Club, 11South 22^nd St., Lebanon.

Registration: 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Departure: 10:00 a.m.

A picnic for all riders will be held at the Motorcycle Club after the ride.

Prizes will be awarded for the most money raised over $100.00.

For additional information, registration forms, and sponsor sheets call: Red Cross (717-273-2671), Gary Dohner (717-270-0948).

AMERICAN RED CROSS ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE FOR AUGUST

The American Red Cross of Lebanon County, a United Way Agency, announces its schedule of courses and blood drive for August. If you are interested in attending any courses, please register by contacting the office at 273-2671.

Due to a grant received by the American National Red Cross, the Lifeline Program, provided throughout the Lebanon County area is offering free installations during August. This amounts to savings up to $90.00. Founded in 1974 Lifeline is the leading Personal Response Services supplier, ever dedicated to helping elderly, disabled or people with a medical necessity live independently in their own homes.

August 2 Infant CPR and Child CPR/AED Course, 6 to 10 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. This course trains individuals to become familiar with how to recognize and care for infants and children with respiratory or cardiac emergencies. Cost: $40.00/person.

August 5 - American Red Cross Orientation, 1 to 4 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. Learn about the Red Cross History, Mission, our Fundamental Principles, the services we offer, and how you can volunteer.

August 7 Adult and Child CPR/AED with Infant CPR, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. This course trains individuals to recognize and provide basic care for adults and children by using proper CPR techniques and training in the use of AED if shock treatment is needed. Training in Infant CPR also included. Cost: $45.00/person.

August 7 First Aid/CPR/AED Course, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. This course trains individuals to become familiar with how to recognize and care for victims of illnesses and sudden injuries, to overcome a reluctance to Act in emergency situations, and to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory and cardiac emergencies using proper CPR methods for adults, children and infants and trained on the AED when needed to aid adults and children suffering from cardiac arrest. Cost: $65.00/person.

August 9 Community Blood Drive, Quality Inn, 625 Quentin Road, Lebanon, 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Call the Red Cross Office at 273-2671 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome. Photo ID is required for donors at all blood drives.

August 11 Adult CPR/AED, 6 to 10 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. This course trains individuals to become familiar with how to recognize and care for victims of respiratory or cardiac emergencies with the proper use of CPR and AED. Cost: $40.00/person.

August 14 Ride for the Red Motorcycle Ride, 10 a.m., Lebanon Valley Motorcycle Clubhouse. Come join us on a scenic tour across Lebanon County. For additional information, contact the Red Cross Office, 273-2671.

August 14 - 2^nd Annual Teen Fiesta Day Celebration, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Red Cross Building. Teens are welcome to participate in the games and free food. Learn about the activities the American Red Cross Venture Crew does in Lebanon County.

August 18 Standard First Aid, 6 to 10 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. This course trains individuals to become familiar with how to recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries, and to overcome a reluctance to Act in emergency situations. Cost: $35.00/person.

August 25 & 26 - CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Review Course, 6 to 10 p.m., Red Cross Classroom. This course is geared towards the health professional and Lifeguards. Participants must have book and a pocket mask. Cost: $47.00/person.

Be Red Cross Ready!

2^nd ANNUAL TEEN FIESTA DAY CELEBRATION

Saturday, August 14^th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Red Cross Office, 1220 Mifflin Street, Lebanon

The 2^nd Annual Teen Fiesta Day at the American Red Cross of Lebanon County is being held on Saturday, August 14^th, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Red Cross Office, 1220 Mifflin Street, Lebanon.

Teens are invited to enjoy:

Music by DJ Rich.

Food and Drinks being donated by: Franz Tavern, Franklin House, Porch, and the Pepsi Company, Tyson, Swiss, E&E Beverage, and the Batdorf.

Free coupons donated by Parma Pizza and Ritas Italian Ice.

Games Dunking Booth, Horseshoe Throw, Coin Toss, and Spin Art, Cotton Candy, Sno-Cones, Inflatable Bounce House.

Educational vendors Army National Guards Climb Wall, DVI, DDS, HACC, Special Olympics, Friends of Animals, Red Cross Venturing Crew, Stan the Balloon Man.

Canine Demonstration by Lebanon City Police.

American Red Cross Venture Crew Learn about the activities that Teens do in Lebanon County. Join Us!

For additional information, call the Red Cross office at 273-2671. This event is funded by a grant from the Foundation for Enhancing Communities.

Be Red Cross Ready!!!!

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