People have a chance to donate blood to get some Friends.

The American Red Cross and NewsChannel 13 have partnered for a blood drive. The kickoff was held Monday at the Lynnwood Reform Church on Carmen Road.

Those who donated blood received special socks that were based upon the Thanksgiving episode of the television show Friends.

The special Friends -themed blood drive is in honor of the show s 30th anniversary and are continuing through Dec. 8 while supplies last.

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