The holiday season is officially upon us. Come kick off the holidays by joining the Community Blood Bank at the “Miracle on Main Street” festival Saturday in Fredonia during the “Miracle of Life” blood drive.

Give the gift of life this year by donating blood with the Community Blood Bank and help save local lives all while enjoying a great event for the entire family. The festival also features activities including Create Your Own T-Shirt, Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop, Story Time with Santa, food vendors and more.

The Community Blood Bank is also raffling off a $250 Wal-Mart gift card weekly! Come donate blood at the “Miracle of Life” blood drive and be automatically entered to win.

The Community Blood Bank is the sole provider of blood and blood products to UPMC Chautauqua and Westfield Memorial Hospitals. The Community Blood Bank is in urgent need of all blood types, especially Type O blood donors.

Saturday’s blood drive runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. along Park Avenue and in West Barker Common. Walk-ins are welcome! Appointments are available.

“What is a better present to give this year than donating the life-saving unit of blood to a patient in need,” said Jaclyn Seymour, community relations specialist for the Community Blood Bank. “We know it’s a busy time of year, but as you get ready to gather with your loved ones, think of those who need your help in order to do the same. Donating blood at the Miracle of Life blood drive during the terrific festival is a great opportunity to give back to the community while enjoying all the holiday festivities.”

Individuals are eligible to give blood if it has been 56 days since their last donation; they are at least 17 years of age (16 with parental consent); weigh at least 110 pounds; have not received a tattoo or body piercing in the past 12 months; are in good general health and do not have a cold or the flu. You must have a valid photo ID in order to donate. Prior to donating, those giving blood should eat a good, solid meal and drink at least 18 oz. of water. For more information or to find out if you are eligible please visit www.fourhearts.org or call (877) 842-0631.

Community Blood Bank partners with hospitals in Northwest Pennsylvania and Western New York to provide blood for patients in need. If you are at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and are in good general health, you may be eligible to donate blood. To learn more or to find a blood drive near you, visit www.fourhearts.org or call 877-842-0631.