DONORS NEEDED
CENTRAL COAST — The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood in February to help build up the blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last month. People of all blood types — especially those with type O negative blood — are encouraged to make and keep their donation appointments so hospitals can continue to ensure critical care for patients this winter. Since the beginning of the year, hundreds of blood drives have been canceled and more than 16,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected due to severe winter weather and wildfires. As February continues, so does the potential for additional weather systems to disrupt blood drives. Flu and other seasonal illnesses are spreading, which could also force more people to cancel scheduled donation appointments, compounding the impact to collecting lifesaving blood products. To book a time to give blood, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). As a thank-you, all who come to give Jan. 27-Feb. 28 will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Flurry for details.
TRASHION SHOW
KING CITY — Alliance on Aging is inviting the community to the 2025 King City Trashion Show, “Once Upon a Time,” scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 20, at 11:30 a.m. inside the Orradre Building at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds in King City. The event will feature a unique fusion of art, fashion and sustainability, showcasing innovative eco-friendly designs that redefine glamour on the runway. Proceeds from the event will support essential programs for seniors throughout Monterey County. For tickets and more information, contact Nicki Pasculli at np*******@al*************.org or call 831-655-7564.
MURAL PROJECT
GONZALES — The City of Gonzales has received a grant that would fully fund a mural on Fourth Street, and is asking for public input to bring the vision to life. Community members can participate by taking a few minutes to fill out a survey online at surveymonkey.com/r/N7DKPRC.
