Dairy Hollow
hosts Morare
The Writers' Colony at Dairy Hollow recently hosted scholarship recipient Phumi Morare, a South African writer/director who is passionate about redeeming the African and feminine identity through cinema. Morare's previous short films have played at international film festivals including the Clermont-Ferrand International Film Festival, Pan African Film Festival, and Cyprus International Film Festival 2020, and her short film, "Home," won Best Women Short award at IndieX Film Festival. Morare completed her MFA in film production at Dodge College at Chapman University. She was a writer-in-residence at Dairy Hollow in January 2021, where she worked on her feature film screenplay, "Of Salt and Sea."
Information: writerscolony.org, phumimorare.com or (479)253-7444.
Red Cross
needs blood
Record-breaking cold and winter storms across much of the U.S. have had a significant impact on blood donations. The American Red Cross is urging healthy individuals, especially those with type O blood, to give now to ensure blood products are available for patient emergencies.
The Red Cross is testing blood, platelet and plasma donations for covid-19 antibodies. The test may indicate if the donor's immune system has produced antibodies to this coronavirus, regardless of whether an individual developed covid-19 symptoms. Red Cross antibody tests will be helpful to identify individuals who have covid-19 antibodies and may now help current coronavirus patients in need of convalescent plasma transfusions.
Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control, and additional precautions – including temperature checks, social distancing and face coverings for donors and staff – have been implemented. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment and are required to wear a face covering or mask while at the drive.
Upcoming blood donation opportunities include:
• Bella Vista: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 3, New Life Christian Church, 103 Riordan Road.
• Bentonville: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 15, McLarty Daniel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2201 S.E. Moberly Lane.
• Rogers: 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. March 9, Rogers Christian Church, 2501 W. Oak St.
• Siloam Springs: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 2, Simmons Prepared Foods, 601 North Hico; noon-5 p.m. March 8, Walmart, 2901 U.S. 412 East.
• Fayetteville: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 8, Fayetteville Athletic Club, 2920 E. Zion Road; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. March 9, The Garden Room, 215 W. Dickson St.; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. March 12, Medical Arts Pharmacy, 2515 E. Huntsville Road.
• Springdale: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. March 3, Don Tyson School of Innovation, 2667 Hylton Road.
Information: redcrossblood.org, (800) 733-2767.
Food bank
adds board
Northwest Arkansas Food Bank has announced the appointment of two new board members, Jerome Drolet with KraftHeinz and Ronnie Webb with Visit Rogers.
"Our Board of Directors is compromised of a dedicated team of community leaders committed to providing support for our organization," said Kent Eikenberry, president/CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank. "We are excited to welcome them aboard."
Information: nwafoodbank.org.
Hope Cancer
offers support
• Free Tobacco Cessation Program: Hope Cancer Resources' certified health education specialist is available to support members of the community who are looking to quit smoking with nicotine replacement therapy and counseling.
• Emotional Support Through Cancer Battle: Hope Cancer Resources' team of counselors and social workers are supporting cancer patients and their families every day with a focus on emotional health, no matter the circumstance.
• Virtual Wellness Classes For Cancer Patients and Caregivers: The Wellness Center for Hope at Hope Cancer Resources has created a yoga and fitness class schedule via Zoom and Facebook Live.
Information: (479) 361-5847.