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Here are some activities to assist in the community or ring in the new year later this evening.

— The Holy Redeemer Church is having a Holiday Blood Drive from 8 to 11 a.m. All donors will receive Erie Otter tickets and Arbor Coffee House vouchers. Walk-ins are welcome; must be at least 17 years old or 16 with parental consent. Must weigh at least 110 pounds with no tattoo or piercings in the past 3 months, in general good health and eat before donating, photo ID is required.

— Twig & Vine in downtown Warren at 344 Pennsylvania Ave. West, will be holding a New Year’s Eve Masquerade party from 7 p.m. today to 12:30 a.m. Thursday. No reservations required, no cover charge and tux and gown are not required to enjoy an atmosphere of mystery, glamour and intrigue. Free champagne toast at midnight.

— Bent Run Brewery is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today with Sweet Jane live from 6-9 p.m. A lighted Keg Drop at 9 p.m. in order to celebrate, sip and stay safe to be home before midnight.

— Praise Fellowship Church in Russell will be hosting a “Cover to Cover” event beginning on New Years Eve, beginning with fellowship at 7:30, communion and prayer at 9:30 and then at 10 p.m. The Bible will be read from cover to cover, straight through with an anticipated finish time of Sunday Jan. 4th in the afternoon. Check out their Facebook for more information.