The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank (CPBB) will hold a community blood drive at Fairmount on Thursday, April 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The blood drive will be held in the community room at 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata.

Those who wish to donate may schedule an appointment by calling 800-771-0059 or visiting http://www.717giveblood.org and clicking "Donate Now." Walk-ins are welcome, but those with scheduled appointments will be given priority. Donors should bring a photo ID.

All donors will receive various gift certificates and a movie theater pass.