RCN Corporation has announced that it will partner with the American Red Cross as part of its Fall Rush campaign to promote two blood drives and three “True Blood” themed events. This promotion will allow guest an opportunity to enjoy music and refreshments as well as free tastings of Tru Blood, the highly anticipated real blood orange beverage from HBO.
RCN will sponsor two blood drives that will be run by the Red Cross. The first will be held on September 2 from 1 – 6 pm at Somerville Baptist Church. A second blood drive will be later in the month at Boston University’s Hillel House on September 17 from 11 am – 4 pm. Donors will receive giveaways as well as snacks and refreshments.
The initial “True Blood” themed event will be at the Qdoba Mexican Grill in Kenmore Square on September 4. The Huntington Ave. Qdoba Mexican Grill on the Northeastern University campus will host the second event on September 5. Both events will be held from 12 noon – 3pm. At the third event, the promotion’s biggest event, “True Blood” fans will have an opportunity to meet stars Nelsan Ellis and Rutina Wesley, who will make an appearance at the “Fangtasia” party to be held at King’s Lounge on September 5 from 9pm – midnight. Ellis is known for his role as Lafayette Reynolds, the short-order cook at the show’s popular hangout, Merlotte’s. Wesley plays the character of Tara Thornton, Lafayette’s cousin and the best friend of lead character, Sookie Stackhouse. Decorated to resemble Fangtasia, the show’s popular vampire bar, the party will feature music, food and refreshments.
Donna M. Morrissey, Director of Public Relations and Corporate Affairs for the American Red Cross Blood Services-Northeast Division said, “By partnering with RCN, the American Red Cross is better able to fulfill its mission of providing blood to patients in need, and we are grateful to RCN for helping to raise awareness about the constant need for blood. The college community is very supportive of the Red Cross, and these blood drives will help to ensure that blood is on hospital shelves when it’s most needed.”
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