Hoffman Estates hosting pediatric vaccination clinics

The village of Hoffman Estates is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Dec. 9 and Dec. 30 at village hall, 1900 Hassell Road, for children 5 through 11 years of age.

The first dose of the Pfizer pediatric vaccine will be given from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, with the second dose appointments to be at the same time on Thursday, Dec. 30.

Do not register if not available on both dates. Expect to stay for 15 to 30 minutes after the vaccine is given.

Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis using the link at signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4aaba72da3fac43-pfizer. Appointments are required, and walk-up or telephone registration is not available.

Children should wear a short-sleeved shirt and arrive no earlier than 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment.

Bring a copy of identification such as a birth certificate or vaccine record. Only children receiving a vaccine should attend with one parent or legal guardian.

Masks are required to be worn at all times during the clinic, and social distancing will be observed.