Pints for Pints

We’ve teamed up with the American Red Cross, and the Pearl Street Brewery for “Pints for Pints” – 2 day Holiday Blood Drive!  Give the gift of life, and get rewarded with a complementary “pint” of beer from the Pearl Street Brewery (if preferred, non alcoholic beverages also available), PLUS you’ll receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card! (via mail)

If you’re eligible to donate, join us on Wednesday December 8th at the Pearl Street Brewery, 1401 St. Andrews Street in La Crosse, 12pm-6pm. Enjoy LIVE holiday music from local musician Andrew Hughes, starting at 4pm! If Thursday, December 9th works better, join us at The Radisson Hotel ballroom, 200 2nd Street in downtown La Crosse, 11am-4pm. (

Give the most valuable gift you can give this season! Find out more about “Pints for Pints” – 2 Day Holiday Blood Drive at Around River City and schedule your appointment to donate.

Thank you for your support this holiday season, and special thanks to the Pearl Street Brewery and the Rotary Club of La Crosse.

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