American Red Cross 10% Tuesday!

Every Tuesday throughout the month of July, head to any area Tumbleweed, (that includes our Hoosier neighbors to the North) and 10% of your bill will be donated to the Louisville Area Chapter. Enjoy fresh Tex-Mex with an ice cold drink all while supporting your local Red Cross!

Just print off the coupon pictured above, and bring it in to your nearest Tumbleweed. Oh, and don’t forget to bring your friends!

Check out Tumbleweed’s menu before you head out.

The LAC serves the Kentuckiana community via its main office in Louisville and six service centers in Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

The heat is on!

People across the Kentuckiana area are feeling it. Near record-breaking temperatures are causing everyone to flock indoors. Luckily, humans don't melt in 99 degree weather, but other heat related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, can be just as dangerous. Stay safe and cool by taking the following precautions:

• Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of fluids; avoid drinks with caffeine and alcohol.
• Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing.
• Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day. (Monopoly anyone?)
• Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors.
• Use a buddy system when working in excessive heat.
• NEVER leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.
• Check on your animals frequently to ensure they are not suffering from the heat.
• If you don’t have air conditioning, choose a place to go for relief during the warmest part of the day (schools, libraries, malls).

The best way to prepare for heat-related emergencies is by getting trained in first aid. Contact the Louisville Area Chapter at 589-4450 for more information on first aid courses, and visit louisville-redcross.org for more tips on heat safety.

Heroes on the Town

The Heroes Campaign continued this past weekend with two major events that attracted the strong, brave and single alike. Our call center’s Yellow Ribbon Warriors hosted “Win a Date with a Service Man” at the Red Star Tavern Friday night. Dates with fifteen of the military’s finest were auctioned off to the highest bidder. Participants also accepted push-up challenges from ‘civilians.’ Those who brought their A-game left with Red Star gift cards.

Saturday 10 brave cyclists took on our chapter’s first “Ride for the Red” at Cherokee Park. Riders began at 6 p.m. Saturday and concluded at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Our chapter’s own Logan McCulloch completed 50 laps at “Ride for the Red”—that totaled 119 miles!

Together the two events raised over $1,400 for the Heroes Campaign!

1st Annual Swim-A-Cross

Held at E.P. “Tom” Sawyer Park
Sunday, June 13, 2010
9:00am – 11:00 am

Swimmers, water walkers, wear a life jacket, flippers, or bring a snorkel! Sorry, no water wings!

All are welcome, lifeguards will be on duty, and the park will have locker rooms available for your use.

Swim-A-Cross asks for a minimal $5 donation, but all swimmers are encouraged to get sponsors for laps you may swim. Call 502-561-3722 or 502-471-0826 OR just sign up the day of the event.

Come support your local American Red Cross and be a Red Cross HERO!

Monday, June 7th is a day for Heroes!

The Red Cross is looking for Heroes this Monday, June 7th! We'll be doing several fundraisers throughout the day to support our Heroes fundraising campaign.

From 10AM-3PM at our downtown office at 510 E. Chestnut Street we'll be hosting a bake sale, with products donated by local bakeries and tasty homemade treats!

From 5PM-7PM we'll be at BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse at Oxmoor Mall (7900 Shelbyville Road). You must present the above flyer to your server to have a portion of the proceeds from your meal go back to the Red Cross.

It's a whole day of good food and fun- see you there!