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The pandemic is still here. There is also a blood supply shortage. You can address these two issues all in one day.

The Big Red Bus will be at Poinciana Medical Center, 325 Cypress Parkway today from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. All donors will receive two pairs of OneBlood Cancer Awareness Socks. Donors will also receive a wellness test, blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol screening. In addition, your donation will be tested for the COVID-19 antibody.

To sign-up for an appointment, go to https://bit.ly/2DlqEB6.

Free COVID-19 testing is available at Osceola Community Health Services Poinciana, 109 N. Doverplum Ave. Testing will be done every Thursday in September beginning at 8 a.m. Appointments are preferred. Call 407-943-8600 for an appointment.

Get ready to make a splash! Even though Labor Day marks the “Unofficial Last Day of Summer,” the Victory Pool in Poinciana has a special event planned.

Head over for some poolside fun on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Glitter Tattoos and Balloon Artists poolside. In addition, there will be a large water slide on the side area of the pool. Pool membership or day pass is required.

Reserve your spot by calling 863-427-0900, Ext. 501. The Poinciana Victory Pool is located at 445 Marigold Ave.

Family Fun Bingo Night, sponsored by FunSpot and Poinciana Softball League, will be Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Poinciana Community Center, 445 Marigold Ave.

This family event is for ages 5 and above. Winners will receive gifts and prizes from the event sponsors. Concession stand will open for refreshments. No outside drink or food will be allowed. Reserve your spot by calling 863-427-0900.

There is no need to register for Friday Night Adult Bingo. Bingo is now first come, first seated. Sixty seats are available and doors open at 6 p.m.

If you have any Poinciana news or information that you would like to share, call Lisa Concepcion at 407- 319-9700 or email news@ osceolanewsgazette.com.