Runners participated in the second annual Maud Run on Saturday. The run was to raise awareness of the importance of blood donations. Race entry was by a blood donation, pledge for a blood donation, one match stem cell donation or donation of time. The next blood donations in Penticton will be at the Penticton Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main St. Oct. 7 to 9 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. To book an appointment, visit www.blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283.