NORWICH –  Residents of Norwich and the American Red Cross will join together for a special blood drive on Monday, Dec. 27, from noon – 7 p.m. at the Howard Johnson at 75 North Broad Street in Norwich.  All presenting donors will receive a free American Red Cross T-Shirt provided by Christman Motor Sales, Inc, as well as free yogurt from Chobani.

 A “Community That Cares” blood drive is a Red Cross initiative to help engage local citizens and boost regional blood supplies by enlisting community support. The goal at this drive is to collect 100 units of blood.