The Claremont Police Department, in partnership with Cedars-Sinai, will host a blood drive on Thursday, August 1 from noon to 5:30 p.m. at Cahuilla Park, located at 1717 N. Indian Hill Blvd.

Claremont Lieutenant Mike Ciszek is leading the blood campaign in honor of his father’s journey with cancer and to help the Cancer Center’s need for blood donations, particularly in the summer when donations levels are at the lowest.

Walk-ins are welcome, but registering in advance is encouraged. To sign up, contact Debbie Trevino at dtrevino@ci.claremont.ca.us or 399-5420.