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PSU DuBois Student Completes Internship
Elizabeth (Cogan) Shaffer, a Human Development Family Studies major at Penn State DuBois completed an internship with the PA Heartland Chapter this past week. Working with staff in all areas of the American Red Cross, Shaffer took part in disaster calls, worked on contacting volunteers to update records, made “Scrubby Bear” presentations at area schools and children’s events, and assisted in Fundraising events during her spring semester.
“We enjoy watching these interns grow as they experience life outside the classroom,” stated Robert Newell, Executive Director. “They provide us with fresh ideas and add to our ability to get things done,” Newell concluded.
Annual Membership Meeting RSVP Needed
All wishing to attend The American Red Cross PA Heartland Chapter’s annual membership meeting will be held on Friday, May 4, 6 pm at the Penfield United Methodist Church need to RSVP the chapter office by Monday, April 30.
This meeting is open to all volunteers, financial and blood donors from the PA Heartland Service area. Election of board members, election of representative to the annual meeting of the corporation and status reports will take place. A meal will be provided and door prizes will be awarded. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP to the Chapter office at 371-2750.
First Bash of Summer Carnival is Returning
The popular First Bash of Summer Carnival is returning to the DuBois City Memorial Park, Wednesday, May 30 through Saturday, June 2, 2012. Once again providing a chance to enjoy carnival rides, food, games and live entertainment and raise funds for the American Red Cross. Watch for more information as event plans are finalized. Sunny 106 once again is the media sponsor for this event.
First Bash of Summer Carnival Sponsors: BOLD TYPE: NEW SPONSORS.
Community Sponsors:
S & T Bank
Kohlhepp’s True Value
Veolia
Hallstrom Construction, Inc.
DuBois Harley Davidson
Media Sponsor:
Sunny 106.5 FM/WCED 1420 AM
Prize Sponsors:
Ramada Altoona
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Golf Tournament Date Set
The PA Heartland Chapter is working with the Bavarian Hills Golf Course and area volunteers to make the annual Red Cross Golf Tournament one of the great events of the summer. Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 21. Watch for more information to come.
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Disaster Services:
Red Cross Volunteers Assist in Disaster Drill
Volunteers from the American Red Cross PA Heartland Chapter assisted in a disaster drill held at the Clearfield Driving Park on Saturday, April 21.
Volunteers from across the four counties continue to provide disaster services to those in need.
The American Red Cross provides financial support for food, clothing, shelter and other emergency needs to victims of disasters. The American Red Cross partners with other organizations to avoid duplication of services.
Monthly disaster team meetings allow for volunteers to gather to discuss recent disaster responses, learn new disaster operation techniques or practice on current ones, find out about other Red Cross volunteer opportunities and network with other volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a Red Cross disaster volunteer, you are invited to attend a Disaster team meeting in your area or contact the chapter office for more information. All meetings start at 6:00 PM.
Tuesday, April 24 Chapter office DuBois
Tuesday, May 1 American Legion St. Marys
Tuesday, May 8 Brookville Presbyterian Church Brookville
Tuesday, May 15 Glad Tidings Church Clearfield
Schedule is subject to change.
Red Cross Partnerships
The PA Heartland Chapter partners with other service organizations to provide disaster services. These partnerships help us avoid duplication of services thus reducing expenses, share areas of strength to support disaster victims, and assist communities in building resiliency. If you are part of an organization that is involved in disaster assistance in any way and are interested in partnering with the American Red Cross, Please contact Patti Micale, Emergency Services Director at 814-371-2750 x 106 for more information.
Blood Services
Clearfield County Bloodmobile Schedule
4/23 DuBois Lakeside United Methodist Church 1 pm – 7 pm
Sponsored by DuBois Area Jaycees
4/25 Karthaus Shepherd of the Hills Church 2 pm – 7 pm
4/26 Grampian Church of God 12:30 pm – 6 pm
5/2 Bigler YMCA Noon – 6 pm
5/4 440 Front St. Clearfield Fixed Site Noon – 6 pm
5/14 Clearfield Presbyterian Church Noon – 6 pm
5/15 Treasure Lake Church 1 pm – 7 pm
5/16 DuBois First United Presbyterian Church 1 pm – 7 pm
5/18 440 Front St. Clearfield Fixed Site Noon – 6 pm
5/28 DuBois Mall 10 am – 3 pm
Jefferson County Bloodmobile Schedule
5/11 Big Run Volunteer Fire Company 12:30 pm – 6 pm
5/22 Brockway Presbyterian Church Noon – 6 pm
5/23 Brookville Borough Complex Noon – 6 pm
5/25 Sykesville ABVM Catholic Church Noon – 6 pm
5/25 Punxsutawney First Church of God Noon – 6 pm
5/29 Reynoldsville St. Mary’s Church 1 pm – 7 pm
Elk and Cameron Counties Bloodmobile Schedule
5/8 Kersey Senior Center 2 pm – 6:30 pm
5/9 St. Marys Moose Club 10 am – 4 pm
5/10 Weedville American Legion 1 pm – 6 pm
5/11 Ridgway Central Hose Company 11:30 am – 4:30 pm
Schedule is subject to change.
Call 1-800-733-2767 to schedule appointments or visit the E-donor site at www.redcrossblood.org. Call 1-866-236-3276 to ask questions about donating blood.
Health & Safety Class Schedule:
Evening classes run 6:00 pm till 9:30pm and daytime classes run 9:00 am till 3:30 pm unless otherwise noted.
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Saturday, May 12 (Day) Chapter Classroom
Adult CPR/AED Saturday, May 12 9 am – 12:30 Chapter Classroom
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Tuesday, May 15 (Evening) Chapter Classroom
Thursday, May 17
Adult CPR/AED Tuesday, May 15 (Evening) Chapter Classroom
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Saturday, Jun 2 (Day) Chapter Classroom
Adult CPR/AED Saturday, Jun 2 9 am – 12:30 Chapter Classroom
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Tuesday, Jun 19 (Evening) Chapter Classroom
Thursday, Jun 21
Adult CPR/AED Tuesday, Jun 19 (Evening) Chapter Classroom
Schedule is subject to change.
Visit www.redcross.org to see a complete schedule of classes, pricing and to register for classes or call 1-800-REDCROSS. Pre-registration for community classes is required. Minimum registration requirements for classes will be followed. Options for on-line “Blended” classes are available.
The PA Heartland Chapter is part of the Western PA Region of the American Red Cross. With regional leadership provided out of the Pittsburgh office, the Greater Erie County, the Corry, Warren County, Allegheny Region, ARC of McKean and Potter and the ARC of the PA Heartland work together with the Butler-Mercer County, Westmoreland-Chestnut Ridge, Indiana, Keystone, and Southwestern Penn Chapters to ensure that Red Cross services are available in the most efficient and caring way possible.
The ARC of the PA Heartland Chapter is a United Way and United Fund Participating Agency and RSVP Station.
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation’s blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.
Support the American Red Cross! Checks may be sent to PA Heartland Chapter, 109 N Brady Street, Suite 2, DuBois, PA 15801.
Contact the Chapter office at info@arcpaheartland.org or by calling 371-2750 or 1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767) opt 6.
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