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Children ages 5-11 vaccinations start Thursday
WINDSOR/ESSEX — Children 5 to 11 years of age are now eligible to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 (Comirnaty) vaccine in Canada. Locally, appointment slots at the Devonshire Mall mass vaccination clinic are now available with the first appointments taking place Thursday, November 25. According to Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, the region’s Medical Officer of Health, expanding access to the vaccine for this younger age group will help the community to take the next step in its
battle against COVID-19. “In the past month alone, Windsor-Essex County has had 96 school cohort dismissals and 136 infections in school-aged children,” said Dr. Nesathurai. “Vaccination for this 5-11 age group is an integral part of the strategy to reduce the burden of disease on the community and will directly impact the potential for students to remain in school for in-person learning, and further limit the opportunity for this virus to spread.” Health Unit Chief Executive Officer, Nicole Du-
puis, acknowledges that there may be some apprehension amongst parents in getting their children vaccinated and strongly encourages anyone who has questions to seek help from reliable sources, like the health unit’s website or a healthcare provider. “With the rigorous testing and approval processes required, parents have nothing to worry about,” she said. “Any vaccine or medication has the potential for side-effects; however, serious side effects after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, such as allergic reactions, are
Chatham-Kent to start Saturday
C H AT H A M - K E N T — The Ontario government has announced that youth aged 5-11 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer Bio-NTech (Comirnaty) COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. This vaccine will be available as of Saturday, November 27 to Chatham-Kent youth born in 2016 or earlier. Booking for this age group was open as of Tuesday, November 23. CK Public Health, who have long been entrusted with protecting Cha-
tham-Kent youth through vaccinations, will be transforming their Bradley Centre Clinic at 565 Richmond Street in Chatham into a youth-friendly environment. Super Kid themed activity sheets, decorations and music will assist in creating a safe, welcoming and supportive clinic experience for young people. Youth attending their appointment are encouraged to dress up like the Super Kids they are, while remembering to keep access to the upper
arm easy and avoid wearing masks that cover the upper face. For those interested, CK Public Health will be hosting a Live Question and Answer on Thursday, November 25 at 7:00 pm. Pre-submitted questions will be accepted through CKPHUcommunications@chatham-kent.ca and will also be fielded live during the event. To book an appointment for your child, visit www.GetYourShotCK.ca or call 519-351-1010.
extremely rare and can be treated.” The health unit has added a new section to their website with further information and resources for young people and their parents to learn more about the vaccine, potential side effects, and a link to a free COVID-19 Vaccine Consult service from Sick Kids Hospital where parents can speak to a trained pediatric nurse in order to have their questions answered by a trusted professional. Appointments are available now and can be
booked by following the links on the health unit’s website at wechu.org or by calling 226-773-2200. Children who are newly eligible must be accompanied by their custodial parent or guardian to receive a vaccine and will be required to present a health card or other form of identification. All eligible groups are encouraged to contact participating pharmacies, healthcare providers, or to drop in at one of the community pop-up vaccination clinics to get their vaccine.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25 BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC 10:00 a.m. 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. No appointment required. 226-773-5830 for more info. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 CRAFTS WITH KAREN 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. Pre-regisration is required. Call 226-773-5830 for more info.
DECEMBER 1-20 ART SOCIETY OF KINGSVILLE’S FINE ART EXHIBITION AT Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre, 28 Division St. S., Kingsville. Show dates: December 1 to 20. Open house December 2 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Gallery hours: Sun.-Mon. 10 am-4 pm; Wed.-Sat 10 am-5 pm; closed Tues. Art gallery admission is free, donations welcome. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16 BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Kingsville Community Centre. No appointment required. 226-773-5830 for more info. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16 STROKE SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUP 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Kingsville Community Centre. Lead by stroke survivor Romina Ciotoli. Pre-registration required, contact Romina at 519890-6289. ONGOING MUSICIANS AND SINGERS WANTED at the Leamington Half Century Club to join in the weekly singalong every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Drop in if interested (160 Talbot St. E.). Call 519-326-2521 for more info. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com
T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meetings are held every Tuesday evening at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Weigh-in from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 - 7:30 p.m. First meeting is free. For more inforamtoin call Joan at 519-326-2388. Everyone welcome. STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@ gmail.com for information about the group. ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS Meeting online at 6:00 p.m. every other Wednesday. Develop your Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meeting dates are November 24, December 8 and 22. Visit a meeting and see how you like it! For more info Email: ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com Facebook: Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org and click on Contact Us.
DONATE BLOOD - Leamington Blood Donor Clinic - at the Leamington Lebanese Club, 447 Hwy. 77 Leamington. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Book ahead. Book now. Visit: blood.ca or call 1-888236-6283. COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank, The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome.
To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington
The Greater Essex County District School Board is pleased to invite
Grade Eight and Nine Students and Parents to an Information Session about
Leamington District Secondary School’s Grade 9 & 10 Preparatory Program for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Our Preparatory Program is designed to ready students for the content, thinking and rigour of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. An IB education: • is recognized and valued by universities worldwide • works within local and global contexts • explores significant academic content Transportation available from Kingsville, Harrow, Essex, Amherstburg & Wheatley Please join us online for this opportunity to learn more about our Grade 9 & 10 program and course offerings for the 2022-2023 school year.
Tuesday November 30th from 6:00 to 7:00 pm Access to this virtual event and the application are available on our website: https://www.publicboard.ca/school/ldss/Academics/Prep-and-IBDiploma
Applications are due Friday December 10th For more information contact I.B. Coordinator Lisa Jeffery 519-326-6191, ext. 51917 lisa.jeffery@publicboard.ca LDSS is an IB World School, authorized to offer the Diploma Programme
