Give blood in February and you’ll automatically be entered to win one of two $1,000 shopping sprees, courtesy of Schmitt Jewelers in Phoenix.

    Several blood drives are scheduled this month in the area. Look for Bloodmobile visits at First Christian Church, 6750 N. 7th Ave., 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7; and Beth El Congregation, 1118 W. Glendale Ave., 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sun. Feb 28.

    You also can also visit the United Blood Services Donor Center at 5757 N. Black Canyon Hwy., Tuesdays through Saturdays.

    To make an appointment to donate blood, or to find a blood drive near you, call 877-448-GIVE (4483) or visit www.bloodhero.org (click on the state, then select Donate Blood).