The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 27, at the Tamaqua YMCA, 1201 E. Broad St.

Donors of all blood types are needed this holiday season to help ensure a sufficient supply for hospital patients.To make an appointment to give blood, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).Donors are encouraged to make appointments and complete the RapidPass online health history questionnaire at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to save time.