Blood drives set for Chino Valley

LifeStream, the new name for the Blood Bank of San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, will hold blood drives in Chino and Chino Hills in the coming weeks.

The first takes place Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at BJ's Restaurant Brewery, 4585 Chino Hills Parkway in Chino Hills. Donors receive a pazookie and pizza, compliments of BJ's Restaurant Brewery.

The second drive will be held on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Alicia Cortez Elementary School, 12750 Carissa Street in Chino. Donors at both these events receive points as part of the "Gift of Life" Donor Loyalty Program that may be redeemed for items through LifeStream's online store. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit www.LStream.org or call LifeStream at 1.800.879.4484.

Healthy individuals at least 15 years of age may donate blood. Information: 1 (800) 879-4484 or visit www.LStream.org.