Community briefs for May 28, 2004

Friday, May 28, 2004 | 8:30 a.m.

Cannery to host blood drive Monday

The Cannery hotel and United Blood Services are hosting the first community blood drive at the North Las Vegas hotel from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday.

Participation of the event is often used to measure community participation levels during the warmer months.

As an appreciation gift for those who come out to donate blood, the Cannery will be giving away a free buffet and 1,000 American Can Club Slot Points.

Potential blood donors can call 233-9620 for appointments. And for answers to eligibility questions, donors can call 228-4483.

The Urban Financial Services Coalition

presents "Building Upon Our Legacy: Preserving Our Values," a diversity career fair from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday at the MGM Conference Center. Meet corporate recruiters from across the country. Log onto www.ufscnet.org or call Jerrie Merritt at 791-6207.

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