Buffalo Grove community blood drive set for Dec. 2

Buffalo Grove is hosting a community blood drive from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 2, in Room 10-11 of the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive.

Donors are required to provide an ID and are encouraged to prepare by eating well and staying hydrated. The blood donation process takes about one hour.

The drive conducted by Vitalant and hosted by the Buffalo Grove Health Commission.

Appointments are encouraged but not required. To make an appointment, call (877) 543-3768 or visit vitalant.org.