PORTLAND, Ore. – This Valentine's Day, pucker up and get ready for some serious mouth-to-mouth at Singles CPR! The class, offered by the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross, will teach participants the skills to save a life in an informal, interactive setting – perfect for mixing and mingling.
Singles CPR will be held on the most romantic day of the year – Sunday, February 14 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Genoa Room at Hotel Lucia, 400 SW Broadway. Participants can register online at www.oregonredcross.org/SinglesCPR or by calling 503-284-1234.
For 2010, both the length and the price of the class have been cut in half, making it more affordable and accessible than ever. "At just two hours and $20, this is a small investment with a big payoff – the ability to save the life of a friend, family member, co-worker or partner," said Lise Harwin, communications director for the Oregon Trail Chapter. Singles CPR will not provide certification, however the $20 cost can be directly applied to a full-certification class in the future.
While the real reward might be finding true love, class participants will also enjoy light appetizers from Typhoon!, sweet treats from Pix Patisserie, great doorprizes and a free two-week membership to the Portland Mercury's Lovelab personals. Pre- and post-event mingling will take place next door at Bo Asian Bistro.
"Valentine's Day may be a tough time for singles, but this class can help make the holiday fun," said Harwin. "Last year's event inspired lots of swapped phone numbers, several dates and at least one long-term couple. Who knows what we'll see in 2010!"
For more of the history behind Singles CPR – including its start with craigslist's Missed Connections – visit www.oregonredcross.org/CPRromance.
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In Oregon, the American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disaster an average of 10 times a week; supplies more than 90 percent of Oregon 's blood; teaches thousands of Oregonians lifesaving skills; offers transportation to seniors and the disabled; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization – not a government agency – and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.oregonredcross.org or join our award-winning blog at www.oregonredcross.org/blog.
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