CARIBOU, Maine — Face painting, balloon animals, cotton candy and more will be part of an open house at the Aroostook County branch of the American Red Cross of Maine on Thursday, July 20.
The free family-friendly event will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Caribou office, located at 7 Hatch Drive, Suite 250.
“Come one, come all,” said Mary Green, the Red Cross community manager for Aroostook County. “We want County residents to know that we are here for them — helping people prepare and recover from disaster, supporting military members and their families, teaching lifesaving skills like CPR and making sure patients facing illness and emergencies have the blood they need.”
She added, “It’s a chance to mingle with neighbors, learn about our work, watch a demonstration and perhaps see how you can help further our mission.”
At the event, guests can:
– Sign up for free smoke alarm installation
– Enjoy refreshments
– Make an appointment to donate blood
– See emergency response vehicles up close
– Watch a first-aid demonstration
– Have their faces painted
– Learn about volunteer opportunities
In addition to information about the Red Cross, the open house will feature kid-friendly activities to make the event appealing to the entire family. The event takes place just before Thursdays on Sweden, right outside the Red Cross office.
For more information, call the Red Cross Caribou office at 493-4620.
