Members of the public are encouraged to give the "gift of life" aboard the OneBlood Big Red Bus outside City Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 26. Photo ID required.

All blood donors will receive a free OneBlood beach towel; a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol screening; and a snack.

Make an appointment online by clicking here and using sponsor code #9354.

For more information, call 1-888-9-DONATE (366283)