PERRYVILLE, Mo., Oct.12, 2009 – American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive Oct. 20 at the Perryville Higher Education Center at 108 South Progress Dr. 

The drive is scheduled from 1 to 5 p.m.

To avoid waiting in line, donors are encouraged to make blood donation appointments by calling1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visiting www.givelife.org.