Past Events
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Fall for Music Concert: Alien Cowboys at Biscuits & Blues
November 2, 2009
On November 2, melodic rockers, Alien Cowboys, performed at Biscuits & Blues in San Francisco in a free concert for blood donors. Attendees enjoyed an evening of great music and great company. One lucky donor even won a gift certificate for dinner for two at First Crush restaurant! We are grateful for the generous donation of the music, the venue, and the gift certificate.
Blood is a Magical Potion
October 29, 2009
Hillview Center
Our annual Halloween party was spookier than ever this year! Donors were enchanted by a magician, had a fun tarot reading by Madame Jennifer, and got twisted by a balloon artist. Thank you, Whole Foods and Kan Zeman Mediterranean Restaurant, for providing a delectable spread for the event.
Sounds and Sizzles: Be there. Be cool. BeWell.
September 3, 2009
Stanford Campus, Arrillaga Center Basketball Courts
Stanford Blood Center and the BeWell @ Stanford team paired up to bring donors an afternoon of free entertainment. Hamburgers & hot dogs (donated by Whole Foods) were served outside at the shaded picnic tables as live music by Grounds for Dismissal played in the background.
Hearts of Summer
August 20, 2009
Hillview Center
Our Hearts of Summer party at Hillview was our annual O Party with a twist - we featured live music throughout the day! Donors nibbled on finger foods while enjoying music from French Casettes, Mark Kostrzewa, Nomi Harper/Frank Reisinger, Amici Brass, and Still Kickin’. A special t-shirt was given out as a thank-you, in addition to prizes including Sunday brunch at Cabana Hotel in Palo Alto and gift certificates for Hobee’s and Celia’s restaurants.
We collected an astounding 85 units of red cells. Of those, 22 were from double red blood cell procedures. Thanks to all who helped make it a success!
Bach & Bite
August 1, 2009
Hillview Center
Donors gave blood and enjoyed classical music and gourmet food sampling including crepes, juices, and Mediterranean food. They each had an opportunity to win at our spot trivia. Prizes included a pair of tickets for Napa Valley Wine Train, a tour for 15 guests at Savannah Chanelle Winery in Saratoga, and a chartered sailboat ride for 6 from Captain Kirk’s sailing adventures, all of which were donated by the organizations themselves.
Music from Chi Chen (cello), Beeri Moalem (violin) and The Belmont Consort (recorder) kept the crowd entertained throughout the day.
San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Game
July 11, 2009
Buck Shaw Stadium, Santa Clara University
One hundred twenty lucky blood donors won pairs of tickets to watch the San Jose Earthquakes soccer team battle Toronto FC. During the couple weeks leading up to the game, donors entered a prize drawing to win the tickets. On game night, each donor was given a co-branded Earthquakes/Stanford Blood Center pennant to wave in the fan section to help promote the blood center.
Donor BBQ
July 1, 2009
Hillview Center
One of our donor favorites! This annual BBQ was complete with burgers, hot dogs and all the fixin’s. A few brave souls even stepped up to the karaoke machine in the courtyard! Each donor had the opportunity to spin the prize wheel and win at our spot trivia contests. Movie tickets were given out in addition to the popular tie dye and new “recycle life” t-shirts.
Fearbusting: Overcoming Fear to Save Lives
May 21, 2009
Hillview Center
A workshop about facing the fear of needles to donate blood, including a panel of experts comprised of doctors, nurses, psychologists, patients, a 400 units+ donor, and an apprehensive donor. The reluctant donor’s decision to donate was chronicled by a Stanford University Community Writing Project group as a YouTube video (see below). Espressos and finger foods were provided for the donors, as well as a special t-shirt designed by a local artist specifically for the event.
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Giving Blood Works
February 19, March 5, 2009, August 25, 2009
Hillview Center
Donors attended special career-counseling events including advice, networking and interview tips, and one-on-one resume counseling from two career experts, Cindy King and Georgia Adamson. Representatives from Stanford’s Office of Staff Employment also attended to accept resumes and discuss current job openings at the university and Stanford Hospital.
“This is such a great event, very timely,” said Eric Armstrong, a blood donor and attendee. “When I saw it advertised, I came right over to donate blood.” Thank you to Eric and the other 133 people that donated blood to attend the event!
Get in the Habit
January 8, 2009
Hillview Center
A day of donating blood and learning about easy, healthy habits for the new year. Guest speakers included blood recipients, Reach Fitness representatives to discuss Pilates, Stanford Health Improvement Program who gave Tai Chi demos and talked about bodily health, and Advanced Health Center of San Jose, who gave free massages.
Donors were spoiled with snacks (donated by Whole Foods, Chipotle, and Kan Zeman), a t-shirt, $15 Sports Basement coupon, tote bag and the opportunity to win a 1 year YMCA membership, 1 month Reach Fitness membership, or a $20 gift certificate to Healthy Living Classes at Stanford.