Blood Drive Scheduled for MLK Jr. Day The Northwest \orth Carolina Chapter or the Amen* a:; Rv\i Cross ivsponsor.ru: a bio*>d dri\e Mond.ts. Jan. IS. from to r> p m. at trie T riad Blood Center. b50 Coliseum Dr WJMH radio ? H>: JAM/, and tho Winston- Sa!cm Chfonillc are to-sponsoring the bloou drive on the day Dr. Martin Luther Kind's birth da) is celebrated. "It is vital that people from all races donate blood." said Melinda Heauchamp. director of Blood Ser vices. "Different protein combina tions common to each race are cru cial to patients in need of multiple blood transfusions. For example, the chances of "finding the right blood for a sickle cell pou ask the medical his tors nurse to indicate your race on \ocr registration form, you help the American Red Cross identify blood which can be used for African Americans with blood diseases. ^ The American Red Cross offers t-hesc; important facts: ? One in every 400 African Amencan babies is born with sickle jell disease. These patients require transfusions of blood similar to their own. ? The chances of finding the nght blood for a sickle cell patient is increased uhen the donor is of the same race. ? Red cell membranes are made of protein. Blood from different races has different combinations of proteins. ? Blood transfusions are the only therapy to reduce the possibility of strokes, which are common in sickle cell patients. Ernest Pitt, publisher of the Chronicle, said he urges the black community to donate blood. "I think it's important that the African-American community sup port this blood drive," Pin said. "It's something we all can do, and it doesn't cost any money. But it is of utmost importance to persons who now need blood and may need it in the future." Special food and prizes will be given to donors. Donors are encour aged to make an appointment to donate blood by calling 724-0511 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. To donate blood, a person must be 17 years old or older, weigh at least 1 10 pounds, and be healthy. The entire blood donation process takes about one hour. The NWNC Chapter serves Forsyth, Davie, Yad kin and Stokes Counties. Artists Perform at MLK Celebration Members of the North Carolina Black Rep Ps Celebra tion Tlie evening will he filled with ' ente.l.i; iment ?;n the entire tjmilv . especially trie %.h:Mren. The even: is free anctall are encouraged to attend tt festive occasion. This traditional Dr. Martin 1 uther K ng Jr Birthday Celebra tion will take plu?.e on L>. King's avtual birthday Jan 15 a: "* p.m. in the Vs Council Theattc . M(> t \ seuin Dr entice the audience with his illumi nating vocal talents. Other NCBRC member vocal treats will bfe given by Sharon Frazier. a very \alented and inspiring singer. Sabrina Roddy. Tonya Turner, and Tamatra Ellis, whose pieces will simply cap tivate the audience. Vocal treats will also be performed by community talents. .Cassandra McCloud and Sophia Robinson. The birthday celebration is also pleased to announce the perfor mance of Re\ John Heath's Church Those atundmc \< i ! I be "treated to a vanetv ot entertainment. such as musk. d.mce, pops^a*. and dra rnatic presentations. Among the se^fcran^ pertorm ing wilt Vv the >cr*. i; R,-\ J ''Mi Hej.'. whr a!v vrrse .: piaster-* ?! ^civu ?n!ie> He has per formed i u ? \ ? r ?v ? nil i'iumvMi including the hohdas inusKai. Cel- ? ebrations An African Ods >sey." tor i \ Ui c North Carolina Black Repertory Theatre Company and ssill be a tea tured socahst. Another cast mem bers from the holida) musical is fl Ratuls Johnson, ssho ssill aUo Sears Pledges Grant To UNCF The United Negro College * ' Fund (UNCF) recent lv announced that the Sears Roebuck Foundation pledged > 1 million in support of 'A Campaign 2< K X): An Investment in America's Future. I NCI 's most ambitious capital drive in its 48 year history. This $250 mil^on nationwide capital drive is designed to help produce the intellectual capi tal Amen i ssill ived in the _ Ut centurs 1 tie campaign a ?? d 1 1 c ? 1 1 1 > iit .itu bed Mi I '.and is St ticdnjcd to wn lor three sears. 4 "Scars, Rochikck .uu ; 'ompjnv h is Hoc n .i posvert.n . ' ;he United Negro C o liege } '?rul tor more than 30 years." said William H (iray 111. vice president ami CliO ot I NCT "We value Sears invest v? , ment in the tuturc ot America's V minority citizens through Campaign ? 7 2000 ? citizens ssho ssill contribute ' significantly to our nation's viiang ire ecoti -us ." j UN( I 'n -t' t; 1 v'oi icalls black Colleges ahead) produce a quarter 0* all"H u \ bachelor of arts degrees ir phy^cs and chcmistrs. a fifth of vS all those m mathematics, and over 17 pcrcent of those in biology. 3 1 1 111 a 1st r^y\ i/iz/n/ J CORPORATION COME BORROW, BUY . or |u?f * BROWSE 1 J* ^asy c a?sh LOf*> ? Jcw*lr> Rr^air v. * i.a.q. m ?tem* "23-1234 a 1 1 1 1 1 Choir and David Allen's Choir. Both performances should move the audience as we pay tribute to the celebration of freedom ancf spirit. Vlartron Gales, a featured dancer in the NCBRC holiday musi cal and member, will showcase his mesmerizing dancing talents. The program is also presenting the danc ing talent of Demareo Little. No MLK Birthday Celebration would be fitting without dramatic presentations. The Rev. John Heath will recite excerpt> of Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech, " and -poetic presentations by Bitt Jackson, Joel Mclver, William Mclver, and Bryan Lambacker. Susan Stewart will also perform a dramatic reading. Each presentation promises to take you on a different artistic journey. Given the diversified talent assembled for the MLK Birthday Celebration, the evening should prove exciting and a wonderful way to pay tribute to the advances of the civH and human rights struggle. a ? V The YMCA has the solution to your New Year's Resolution! ? Aerobic & Step Classes ? Fitness Evaluation/Counseling ? Nautilus Equipment ? Free Weights* ? Pools ? Gyms ? Stationery aerobic equipment ALSO . . . Wc Care! We want you to meet your personal goals, and we will help you attain them in any way possible. WINSTON LAKE FAMILY YMCA 724-9205 JOIN TODAY! FREE T-Shirt to all new adult members joining before January 15, 1993. YMCA of Greater Wiruton-Salem Helping people reach their God-given potential in spirit, niind and body CAREER AND CASUAL WARDROBE CLEARANCE Look for our "Just Reduced" and "The Clearance" Signs in the Misses', Women's and Juniors' departments. Hurry in today! ? Career Looks ? Sportswear ? Dresses ? Sweaters ?Accessories ? Robes & Nlghtwear Sale through Saturday, Jan. 16, 1993. We try to have adequate stock of odverttsed items. 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