Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center began conducting the "Vein Drain" event in 1995. Since its inception it has become one of the staffs, favorite events. What is a "Vein Drain"? It is the only time donors are allowed to call the phlebotomists vampires and get away with it! At first the staff wore Halloween sweatshirts and jeans, now we dress up in our favorite Halloween costumes and donors enjoy trying to figure it out.

We treat our donors to goodie bags complete with candies, coupons, and ~ safety tips for Halloween. The donors appreciate the little extra things we do such as complimentary breakfast and lunch.

We serve pork-burgers and chips with all the fixings for lunch and local bakery donates doughnuts and rolls for breakfast. The event is one of the most enjoyable functions for the staff and donors. This years Halloween "Vein Drain" will be held Friday, October 31, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.