American  Red Cross blood drives will be from 1 to 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Bridge Community Church, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 30 at Northbridge Mall, according to a press release.  Appointments may be made by calling 1-800-733-2767 or by signing up online at www.redcrossblood.org.

Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass the same day as the drive to save time when donating.  A free long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt will be given to those who donate between Dec. 22 and Jan. 8, while supplies last.