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UID:1567-1756540800-1756551600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - Sickle Cell Memorial Drive (Huber Heights\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Sickle Cell Warriors Memorial Blood Drive Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Walk/ Dayton Family Day\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 30\, 2025\n\n\n8 am – 11 am\nThomas A. Cloud Park\, 4707 Brandt Pike\, Huber Heights\, OH 45424\, US.\n\n\n\n\nThe blood drive will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on the Versiti donor coach.\nHere is the link to the schedule for the blood donation:\nhttps://donate.versitidayton.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/79805\n\n\n\nRegistration for the walk will begin at 8:30\, and the walk will start at 10:00. A registration fee applies for the walk.\n\nHere is the link to register for the walk:\nhttps://runsignup.com/huntscwalk
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/blood-drive-sickle-cell-memorial-drive-huber-heights/
LOCATION:Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park\, 4707 Brandt Pike\, Huber Heights\, OH 45424\, Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park\, 4707 Brandt Pike\, OH 45424\, Huber Heights\,\, Ohio\, 45424
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240602T022503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T153132Z
UID:1298-1756540800-1756562400@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Saadia Hunt Memorial Sickle Cell Awareness Walk  & Dayton Family Day (Huber Heights\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 30\, Dayton – 4th Annual Saadia Hunt Sickle Cell Walk/Family Fun Day  \n8 am – 2 pm Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park\, 4707 Brandt Pike\, Huber Heights\, OH 45424 \nHosted by the Hunt Foundation Dollars for Scholars. \nHelp spread awareness about sickle cell disease! \n*Portions of the proceeds will benefit both the Hunt Foundation Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Fund and sickle cell research in the Dayton Area \nContact:  Taryn and Tia Hunt – Hunt.taryn@gmail.com or tmcinci98@yahoo.com \nLog on to: https://huntfoundation.dollarsforscholars.org/ \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/saadia-hunt-memorial-sickle-cell-walk-dayton-oh/
LOCATION:Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park\, 4707 Brandt Pike\, Huber Heights\, OH 45424\, Thomas A. Cloud Memorial Park\, 4707 Brandt Pike\, OH 45424\, Huber Heights\,\, Ohio\, 45424
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness,Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240601T120040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152644Z
UID:946-1756684800-1759276799@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:  \nNational Sickle Cell Awareness Month is held every September to raise awareness and attention for sickle cell disease. The ultimate goal is to drive research and treatment options\, thereby providing those affected by this illness with a better quality of life. History of National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/national-sickle-cell-awareness-month/
LOCATION:Ohio
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250829T155928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T160111Z
UID:1582-1756897200-1756915200@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - OAM Drive (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Blood Drive Sponsored By OAM\nHilton Columbus Polaris\, Gemini Rooms\, 8700 Lyra  Dr.\, Columbus\, OH 43240 \nWednesday\, September 3\, 2025 \n11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \nGive blood from August 29 to September 21 for an exclusive Red Cross / Peanuts mystery bag with one of four special T-shirt designs\, while supplies last! \nYour blood saves lives! We want to thank you for coming to give and helping to meet the urgent need for blood in the Black community. Give blood and get a $20 Amazon.com gift card by email. Rcblood.org/scpromo \nCall 1-800 RED CROSS (733-2767) or use the free blood donor app\, or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter code: OAM \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/blood-drive-oam-drive-columbus-oh/
LOCATION:Hilton Columbus/Polaris\, 8700 Lyra Drive\, Columbus\, OH\, 43240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Ohio Association of Magistrates":MAILTO:https://www.ohiomagistrates.org/contact-us/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250903T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T151205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T154216Z
UID:1438-1756899000-1756920600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - City of Columbus Wolfe Park Drive (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Help Fill the Need – Donate Blood! – The City of Columbus and the American Red Cross \nWednesday\, September 3\, 2025 \n12:00 Noon – 6 pm \nWolfe Park – Shelterhouse \n105 Park Drive \nColumbus\, Ohio\, 43209 \nAll who come to give will receive a Free American Red Cross Raglan Shirt!!! \nFor an appointment\, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, Sponsor Code: WolfePark.  \nDownload the Donor App!!
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/city-of-columbus-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Wolfe Park\, 105 Park Drive\, Columbus\, OH\, 43209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T152302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T153605Z
UID:1441-1757232000-1757264400@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Jack & Jill Erie Shores Chapter Walk/Run - Running the Shores (Cleveland\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Cleveland-Walk-RR.mp3\nOn Sunday\, September 7th\, the Jack and Jill of America\, Inc. Erie Shores Chapter will be “Running the Shores” in our second annual 5K Run/Walk\, benefitting the Jack and Jill of America Foundation. We invite friends\, family\, and the community to join us for a day of friendly competition for a cause. Check-in and on-site registration will open at 8:00 am\, followed by recognition of the supported organizations and a special presentation honoring the late Dr. Edgar Jackson\, a pioneer in sickle cell research. Racers will set sails at 9:00 am from Edgewater Park\, where both individuals and teams are welcome. \nDATE\nSunday\, September 7\, 2025 \nPLACE \nUpper Edgewater West Shelter is located in Edgewater Park \nCleveland\, OH US 44102 \n  \nFor precise directions\, please use this  link or type in Google Maps “Upper Edgewater West Shelter” \nStart Time\nRegistration/Packet Pick Up – 8:00 am\n5k Run and 1 Mile Walk- 9:00 am \nDistance\n5K Run/Walk – Chip Timed\n1 Mile Walk – Untimed \nRegistration\nPre-Registration by 9 am on Friday\, September 5 \nAdults/Age 13 and older: $35.00 \nAge 12 and under: $15.00 \nAll mailed entries must be received by Wednesday\, September 3\, 2025\nMake checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to: \nHermes Sports & Events\n2425 West 11th St. Suite #2\nCleveland\, Ohio 44113 \nLate Registration \nAfter 9 am on Friday\, September 5 – $40 for adults/ $20 for children age 12 and under \nParticipants Receive\nRegistration includes a t-shirt. Please register by September 1 to ensure you receive your shirt on race day. If registered after this date\, subject to availability. \nRefreshments provided at the finish line. \nSponsorship \nIf your business is interested in sponsoring our event\, we offer several sponsorship levels and accept in-kind donations for race day snacks and refreshments. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with erieshores.foundation@gmail.com for details on how your support can have a greater impact. \nAwards \nAward given to the Top Overall Male and Female runners. \nMale and Female runners finishing in the top three in each age group will receive awards. \nAge Groups: 10 & under\, 11-14\, 15-19\, 20-24\, 25-29\, 30-34\, 35-39\, 40-44\, 45-49\, 50-54\, 55-59\, 60-64\, 65-69\, 70+ \nVIRTUAL RUN \nWant to participate from out of town? You still can! Complete the 5K race or 1-mile walk on your own.  Run or walk\, outdoors or on a treadmill – you choose! \nIf you would like to submit your 5K result\, please click HERE! Deadline to submit times is Tuesday\, October 1\, 2025. \nVirtual event participants can live anywhere!  Please feel free to invite family and friends from around the country to join you. \nYou will be mailed your shirt after September 7\, 2025 \nMORE INFORMATION\nFor more information\, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933 or roadracing@hermescleveland.com \n  \n*Dogs are allowed\, but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.  \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/5k-run-walk-running-the-shores/
LOCATION:Upper Edgewater Park\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness,Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association":MAILTO:oscha@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T170937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T160532Z
UID:1469-1757588400-1757610000@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - City of Columbus Public Utilities Drive (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 11\, 2025 \n11:00 am – 5:00 pm \nColumbus Public Utilities Department \n910 Dublin Road\, \nColumbus\, Ohio\, 43215 \nFor an appointment\, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)  \nDownload the Donor App!! – All donors receive a free health screening prior to donating. \nVisit RedCrossBlood.org
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/blood-drive-city-of-columbus-columbus-oh/
LOCATION:City Of Columbus\, 77 North Front Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T155052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T153018Z
UID:1453-1757613600-1757622600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Community Heroes Blood Drive Dinner (Cleveland\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 11\, Cleveland – MCS-Fund Heroes Dinner  6 pm- 8:30 pm 2554 West 25th Street\, Cleveland\, OH 44113 \n\n2nd Annual Community Heroes Blood Drive Dinner\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are celebrating our community heroes with good food\, great company\, education on blood donations & advocacy for sickle cell disease!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n \n\nThursday\, September 11 · 6 – 8:30 pm EDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n \n\nFront Steps Housing and Services (Formerly Transitional Housing Inc) \n2554 West 25th Street\, Cleveland\, OH 44113 \nGet directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\nCharity & Causes • Other\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special evening as we honor outstanding individuals in our community who are making a meaningful impact through service\, leadership\, and compassion. This inspiring event celebrates those who go above and beyond to uplift and empower others. \nThe evening will include: \n\nNetworking opportunities with community advocates and professionals\nEducational presentations from Pfizer and the American Red Cross\nRecognition and awards for exemplary community leaders\nA nutrient-rich dinner focused on iron-rich foods to promote healthy blood donation\nPractical guidance on how to donate blood and host a blood drive in your community\n\n  \nWhether you’re a current donor\, a future advocate\, or a community leader\, this event will leave you informed\, inspired\, and empowered to make a difference. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/community-heroes-blood-drive-dinner/
LOCATION:Front Steps Housing and Services (Formerly Transitional Housing Inc)  2554 West 25th Street\, Cleveland\, OH 44113\, 2554 West 25th Street\, cLEVELAND\, Ohio\, 44113
CATEGORIES:Gala / Dinner / Luncheon,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250912T230000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20210907T163117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152530Z
UID:968-1757701800-1757718000@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Faith Thomas Foundation-2025 Red Diamond Gala (Gahanna\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 12\, Columbus – Faith Thomas Foundation Red Diamond Gala \n6:30 pm – 11:30 pm Creekside Center\, 101 Mill Street\, Suite 300\, Gahanna\, OH  43230 \nThis year’s Red Diamond Gala will be like no other. We are excited about this year’s Gala. You are in store for a fun-filled and informative night with guest speakers who will inform us about the latest advancements in treating sickle cell disease. Registration Information \nWhen: Friday\, September 12 @ 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM \nCocktail Hour: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nProgram/Dinner: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM\nMusic/Dancing: 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM \nWhere: Creekside Conference & Event Center\n101 Mill Street\, Unit 300\, Gahanna\, OH 43230 \nhttps://www.faiththomasfoundation.org/red-diamond-gala
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/faith-thomas-foundation-2021-red-diamond-gala/
LOCATION:Creekside Conference & Event Center\, 101 Mill Street Unit 300\, Gahanna\, OH\, 43230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gala / Dinner / Luncheon,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T153428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T173849Z
UID:1445-1757934000-1757955600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Bood Drive - City Hall Internal Drive (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:OPEN TO ALL CITY EMPLOYEES\nThe City of Columbus  Private Internal Drive \nMonday\, September 15\, 2025 \n11:00 am – 5:00 pm \nColumbus City Hall – Council Chambers \n90 West Broad Street \nColumbus\, Ohio\, 43215 \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/columbus-city-hall-blood-drive/
LOCATION:Columbus City Hall\, 90 West Broad Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250915T220000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250829T030816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152512Z
UID:1559-1757953800-1757973600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:MCS~ FUND LAUGHTER & HEALING 2025 (Cleveland\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, September 15\, Cleveland MCS – Fund Laughter & Healing – 4:30 pm – 9 pm Funny Bone Comedy Club\, 1148 Main Avenue\, Cleveland\, OH  44113 \nJoin us for “MCS~FUND Laughter & Healing 2025” — a Sickle Cell fundraiser hosted by comedian Faith Dickens! Hope + Humor = Impact!
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/mcs-fund-laughter-healing-2025/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Comedy Club\, 1148 Main Avenue\, Cleveland\, OH  44113\, 1148 Main Avenue\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44113
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T154013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T170929Z
UID:1447-1758013200-1758034800@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - COAAA Drive (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA)\nHelp Fill the Need – Donate Blood! – The City of Columbus and the American Red Cross \nTuesday\, September 16\, 2025 \n9:00 am – 3:00 pm \nCentral Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA) \n3776 South High Street \nColumbus\, Ohio\, 43207 \nFor an appointment\, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)  \nDownload the Donor App!! – All donors receive a free health screening prior to donating. \nVisit RedCrossBlood.org
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/city-of-columbus-blood-drive-2/
LOCATION:Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging\, 3776 South High Street\, Columbus\, Ohio\, 43207
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240905T155717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T154527Z
UID:1455-1758186000-1758207600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - City of Columbus (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Columbus and the American Red Cross \nThursday\, September 18\, 2025 \n9:00 am – 3:00 pm \n77 North High Street \nColumbus\, Ohio\, 43215 \nFor an appointment\, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)  \nDownload the Donor App!! – All donors receive a free health screening prior to donating. \nVisit RedCrossBlood.org
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/city-of-columbus-blood-drive-columbus-oh/
LOCATION:Columbus City Building\, 77 North Front Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250829T144430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152438Z
UID:1564-1758355200-1758369600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Heal Together: Race for Sicke Cell 5K Run/Walk (Toledo\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 20\n\n\n\nHeal Together: Race For Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLet’s come together to race for a cure and support those battling sickle cell – join us for S.C.O.T.T. 5K run/walk!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 20 · 8am – 12pm EDT\nOttawa Park – Ottawa Parkway Toledo\, OH 43606\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis annual 5K run/walk brings together families\, healthcare professionals\, advocates\, and supporters in a unified effort to raise awareness and critical funding for sickle cell disease. Despite affecting millions globally\, sickle cell disease remains underfunded and widely misunderstood. \nThe Scott Center is proud to be the only nonprofit in Ohio dedicated to supporting patients with sickle cell disease as they transition from pediatric to adult care. Our programming provides advocacy\, education\, and direct support for over 1\,000 families across Northwest Ohio. \nWe would be honored to have your organization involved in any of the following ways: \n\nSponsor the event at one of our partnership levels (Silver\, Gold\, Diamond\, or Platinum)\nRegister a team to run or walk and show your support\nBecome a vendor and connect with hundreds of attendees\nMake a donation in support of our mission \, if you are unable to attend\n\nAll funds raised will support programming that improves health outcomes and quality of life for individuals living with sickle cell disease.
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/heal-together-race-for-sicke-cell-5k-run-walk-toledo/
LOCATION:Ottawa Park – Ottawa Parkway Toledo\, OH 43606\, Ottawa Oarkway\, Toledo\, Ohio\, 43606
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250829T173054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T173054Z
UID:1600-1758358800-1758380400@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - Mt. Gillion Baptist Church & UH Cutler Center for Men (Beachwood\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Be a Friend.\nGive Blood.\n\n\nGive blood from August 29 to September 21 for an exclusive Red Cross x PEANUTS mystery bag with one of four iconic T-shirt designs\, while supplies last.
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/blood-drive-mt-gillion-baptist-church-uh-cutler-center-for-men-beachwood-oh/
LOCATION:Ahuja Medical Center\, 3999 Richmond Road\, Beachwood\, Ohio 44122\, 3999 Richmond Road\, Beachwood\, Ohio\, 44122
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250829T173719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T173719Z
UID:1604-1758708000-1758729600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive- Columbus Public Health Internal Drive (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:OPEN TO ALL CITY EMPLOYEES\nThe City of Columbus and the American Red Cross \nWednesday\, September 24\, 2025 \n10:00 am – 4:00 pm \nColumbus Public Health \n240 Parsons Avenue \nColumbus\, Ohio\, 43215 \nFor an appointment\, please visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)  \nDownload the Donor App!! – All donors receive a free health screening prior to donating. \nVisit RedCrossBlood.org
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/blood-drive-columbus-public-health-internal-drive-columbus-oh/
LOCATION:City Of Columbus\, 77 North Front Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20210907T170851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T174302Z
UID:995-1758967200-1758985200@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Blood Drive - MCS Fund Drive (Cleveland\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Sickle Cell Awareness Month\,  MCS~Fund \nDate:              Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 \nTime:              10 am-3 pm \nLocation:        New Beginning Ministries\, 2060 West 65th Street\, Cleveland\, Ohio 44102 \nMake an appointment now: https://www.redcrossblood.org/sicklecell \nhttps://www.facebook.com/mcsfundorg/ \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/sickle-cell-awareness-month-blood-drive-cleveland-oh-2/
LOCATION:New Beginning Ministries\, 2060 West 65th Street\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250902T134121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T134121Z
UID:1612-1759536000-1759622399@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:The Sickle Cell Bike Ride - Ride for Awareness 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Sickle Cell Alliance Foundation and No Cages Harley Davidson\, Plain City\, Ohio\, are developing a ride of awareness for sickle cell disease.  More Information to Come
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/the-sickle-cell-bike-ride-ride-for-awareness-2025/
LOCATION:No Cages Harley Davidson\, 7610 Commerce Place\, Plain City\, Ohio\, 43064
CATEGORIES:Motorcycle / Bike Ride,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness,Walk
ORGANIZER;CN="Sickle Cell Alliance Foundation - Cincinnati":MAILTO:scafcincinnati@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20230902T030636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152859Z
UID:1308-1760486400-1761004799@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:SCDAA National Convention - Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: The 53rd Annual National Convention. October 15 – 18\, 2025\, in Illinois!\nWe are excited to announce that our 53rd Annual National Convention will take place from October 15 to 18 at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont\, Illinois. SCDAA’s Annual National Convention fosters the exchange of the latest scientific and clinical information through innovative training seminars and educational workshops\, interactive panel discussions\, advocacy lectures and special events. Click here to learn more and register. \n \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/scdaa-national-convention-arlington-va/
LOCATION:Loews – Chicago O’Hare\, 5300 N River Rd\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convention / Meeting / Training,Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251025T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20220607T033257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152358Z
UID:1153-1761382800-1761402600@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Toledo Caring for the Caregiver Expo (Perrysburg\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 25\, 2025\, in Toledo\, Ohio\, for the 3rd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo at The Hilton Garden Inn\, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd\, Perrysburg\, Ohio \nThe Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo is a unique\, free event exclusively for adults\, including caregivers and first The Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo is a one-of-a-kind\, “Free” event for adults only\, including Caregivers\, First Responders\, Parents\, Grandparents and Guardians.  \nThe Caring for the Caregiver Expo includes Free Parking\, Free Entry\, Free Lunch and Learn Workshops with featured Guest Speakers\, Free Pampering Services\, Free Health and Fitness Sessions\, Free Exhibitor Information and Resources\, Prizes\, Giveaways and Lots of Fun!    \nA free lunch is provided while supplies last. \nPampering Services are limited and subject to change without notice. You must be 18 and over to enter. \n\nThis is an adult-only!\nFree event for all Caregivers and First Responders\nFree Parking\nFree Lunch and Learn\nFree Pampering Services\nFree Health and Fitness Sessions\nFree Exhibitor and Vendor Information\, Prizes\, Giveaways and lots of Fun!\n\nhttps://www.caringforthecaregiverexpo.com/ \n​​
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/annual-caring-for-the-caregiver-expo-toledo-oh/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd\,\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20210907T171237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152323Z
UID:1000-1761987600-1762007400@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Columbus Caring for the Caregiver Expo (Columbus\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to Join Us on Saturday\, November 1\, 2023\, for the 6th Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo. \n \nThe Boat House\, 679 W. Spring Street\, Columbus\, Ohio \nThe Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo is a unique\, free event exclusively for adults\, including caregivers and first The Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo is a one-of-a-kind\, “Free” event for adults only\, including Caregivers\, First Responders\, Parents\, Grandparents and Guardians.  \nThe Caring for the Caregiver Expo includes Free Parking\, Free Entry\, Free Lunch and Learn Workshops with featured Guest Speakers\, Free Pampering Services\, Free Health and Fitness Sessions\, Free Exhibitor Information and Resources\, Prizes\, Giveaways and Lots of Fun!    \nA free lunch is provided while supplies last. \nPampering Services are limited and subject to change without notice. You must be 18 and over to enter. \n\nThis is an adult-only!\n Free event for all Caregivers and First Responders\nFree Parking\n Free Lunch and Learn\nFree Pampering Services\nFree Health and Fitness Sessions\nFree Exhibitor and Vendor Information\, Prizes\, Giveaways and lots of Fun!\n\nhttps://www.caringforthecaregiverexpo.com/ \n 
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/annual-caring-for-the-caregiver-expo-columbus-oh/
LOCATION:The Boat House at Confluence Park\, 679 West Spring Street\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240605T134431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152250Z
UID:1396-1762592400-1762610400@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Cleveland Caring for the Caregiver Expo (Mayfield Heights\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Caring for the Caregiver Expo is a “Free” One-Day Event for All Caregivers and First Responders. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“The Cleveland Caring for the Caregiver Expo” is a “Free” One-Day Event to say thank you and provide pampering\, health and fitness\, lunch and learn\, resources\, information\, an open mic\, education and employment opportunities to Caregivers and First Responders! The Inaugural Cleveland Caring for the Caregiver Expo will be held on Saturday\, November 8\, 2025\, at The Landerhaven\, 6111 Landerhaven Drive\, Mayfield Heights\, Ohio. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. The official opening Program begins promptly at 9 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n\nWe invite all Caregivers\, Mothers\, Fathers\, Grandparents\, Guardians\, Adult Children\, First Responders and Essential Workers to join us! This is an 18+ Adult Expo! \nAll Caregivers must register and sign in at the door.
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/cleveland-inaugural-caring-for-the-caregiver-expo/
LOCATION:The Landerhaven\, 6111 Landerhaven Drive\, Mayfield Heights\,\, OH\, 44124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20250801T160008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T153657Z
UID:1383-1769904000-1772323199@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:Rare Disease Day -February  28th
DESCRIPTION:Rare Disease Day is the globally coordinated movement on rare diseases\, working towards equity in social opportunity\, healthcare\, and access to diagnosis and therapies for people living with a rare disease. \nSince its creation in 2008\, Rare Disease Day has played a critical part in building an international rare disease community that is multi-disease\, global\, and diverse– but united in purpose. \nRare Disease Day is observed every year on 28 February (or 29 in leap years)—the rarest day of the year. \nRare Disease Day was set up and is coordinated by EURORDIS and 65+ national alliance patient organization partners. Rare Disease Day provides an energy and focal point that enables rare disease advocacy work to progress on the local\, national and international levels.
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/rare-disease-day/
LOCATION:Ohio
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260606T163226
CREATED:20240618T040049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T152729Z
UID:406-1780272000-1781913599@ohiosicklecell.org
SUMMARY:World Sickle Cell Day - June 19th
DESCRIPTION:WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY\n\nWorld Sickle Cell Day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2008 to increase public awareness about sickle cell disease and its cure. It was first celebrated on June 19\, 2009. \nThe United Nations General Assembly (63rd session) has declared June 19 to be celebrated annually as World Sickle Cell Day to raise awareness about this curable condition and promote global control of the disease. The World Health Organization has initiated a range of promotional activities on a global scale to address this hemoglobin dysfunction issue. \n\nAccording to the statistics\, it has been noted that more than 1000 babies are born every day\, having Sickle Cell Disease in Africa and dying up to five years of age. More than 90\,000 to 100\,000 people in the United States are affected by this disease. However\, people in other countries are also affected\, such as those in India\, Saudi Arabia\, Turkey\, the Arabian Peninsula\, Brazil\, Suriname\, Guyana\, Southern Italy\, and Greece. It is a significant public health issue worldwide\, which must be taken under control to save our healthy nation’s future. \nThis genetic health problem has affected people globally\, due to the risk of premature child death. It requires effective control through a strategy of early detection\, public awareness\, and effective partner collaboration among countries. \nWHAT IS SICKLE CELL DISEASE\nIt is an inheritable\, genetic\, and fatal disease causing red blood cell disorders\, which has been classified as sickle cell anemia and may lead to death. It is the most common public health issue in many African and Asian countries worldwide. \nSickle cell anemia refers to a condition where a person suffers from anemia due to abnormally shaped red blood cells that become stuck in their small blood vessels\, causing blockages in the blood flow. Whole body organs cannot get proper oxygen\, which leads to common health problems like severe pain\, organ damage or failure\, severe infections\, stroke\, headache\, liver problems\, heart problems\, and so on. \nWHY IS WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY CELEBRATED\nWorld Sickle Cell Day is celebrated every year on June 19th worldwide to raise public awareness about this fatal disease and to achieve effective control over the situation. It is celebrated annually by the active participation of various government organizations\, health funding agencies\, non-government organizations\, NGOs\, and other health organizations. It has become necessary to run a variety of campaigns to raise awareness among the general public on a global basis\, as well as encourage them to actively participate in large numbers in the celebration\, to get much closer to the realities of this genetic disease. \nIt is celebrated to develop courage among the public and support them through educational and dramatic activities\, aiming to remove social stigma and myths about sickle cell anemia. Widespread health programs need to be implemented for the screening of patients and early diagnosis of this disease. New parents are focused on becoming aware of immunizations and their comprehensive care packages. \nGlobal Sickle Cell Disease Treatment Centers have been actively involved online in promoting awareness and providing up-to-date\, accurate information about sickle cell anemia\, early diagnosis\, and treatment. The World Health Organization has also made some commitments to promoting awareness of this disease\, such as: \n\nIncreasing effective awareness of sickle cell anemia as a significant health issue worldwide.\nPeople living in every community all around the world should be aware of it.\nAll the myths and stigmas about sickle cell disease are removed.\nAll member countries are requested to establish various health programs to facilitate access to treatment for this disease on the national and regional levels.\nPromoting the availability of satisfactory access to technical support and medical services for all people suffering from this disease.\nAll the medical professionals are given a good training facility for better prevention\, research work\, and accurate implementation of the resources\, minimizing disease complications.\n\nSOME OF THE OBJECTIVES OF CELEBRATING THE WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY EVENT ANNUALLY ARE MENTIONED BELOW:\n\nTo distribute the real information about sickle cell anemia much closer to the general public worldwide.\nBy letting them know about their sickle cell status through early diagnosis\, we can offer a significant opportunity to all those suffering from this disease.\nProvide the opportunity to get in contact with the service providers for their confirmatory tests.\nTo get support from health organizations for funding\, screening reagents\, microscopes\, etc.\nTo get together all the medical professionals\, including lab assistants\, scientists\, nurses\, counselors\, etc.\nTo get online support through various social media websites\, easily and immediately distribute messages among youths and other age groups.\nTo implement new health strategies to eradicate this disease from the world entirely.\nTo motivate private\, government\, and other health organizations to active participation in the complete eradication of this disease.\n\nHOW WORLD SICKLE CELL DAY IS CELEBRATED\nWorld Sickle Cell Day is celebrated on June 19 every year by organizing a variety of awareness campaigns worldwide. Some of the awareness activities are motivating people for blood drives in the hospital or community\, bone marrow registration drives\, releasing balloons and butterflies\, discussion campaigns\, general conversation programs among the common public\, commemorative activities\, awareness surveys of people\, sharing of related stories through a newspaper or online media\, educational programs in the community\, presentations\, sports activities\, organizing rallies\, meetings\, a press conference for awareness\, fundraising for comprehensive treatment\, blood awareness\, donating tissues and cord blood\, organizing comedy activities\, quiz competitions\, and other related activities in the schools\, colleges\, and universities. \nOther activities include related message writing on hand and message distribution\, picture drawing\, creating hopeful messages\, poster distribution\, lucky draw contest\, health talks\, massage posting on a social media website\, organizing free checkup camps for testing of the sickle cell anemia\, people’s response broadcasting through the radio and TV channels\, marathon and many more. \nWORLD SICKLE CELL DAY THEMES\n\n2025 “Global Action\, Local Impact: Empowering Communities for Effective Self-Advocacy”\n2024  “Hope Through Progress: Advancing Care Globally”\n2019 – 2023  “Shine the Light on Sickle Cell Disease”\n2018 “Stepping Up”\,  “SCD: Walk For Hope.”\n2017 “Break the Sickle Cycle”.\n2016 “Exhibit Courage and Address Ineffective Areas of Support”\n2015 “For Sickle Cell to stop being ignored\, you must Stop Your Silence and Share Your Truth.”\n2014 “Break the Silence on Sickle Cell Disorder”\n2013 “Know Your Sickle Cell Status”\n2012 “Keeping Hope Alive”\n2011 “Educate and Unite”\n2010 “Awareness\, Education and Hope”\n2009 “The Burden of Sickle Cell Disease – A Public Health Approach”\n2008 “Recognition of Sickle Cell Anemia as a Public Health Problem”
URL:https://ohiosicklecell.org/new/event/world-sickle-cell-day/
LOCATION:Ohio
CATEGORIES:Sickle Cell Disease Awareness,World Sickle Cell Day
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