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FallFest Community Wellness Fair Slated for Saturday, October 21

Join North Shore Senior Center and New Trier Township for a Free Wellness Event for All Ages

(Photo Courtesy of North Shore Senior Center, Northfield, IL )

Mark your calendar for the FallFest Community Wellness Fair on Saturday, October 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at North Shore Senior Center (NSSC), 161 Northfield Road, Northfield hosted by NSSC and New Trier Township.

Bring the whole family to this fun and free community event which features interactive exhibits, fitness demonstrations and activities, health and wellness screenings, career resources, hands-on safety activities and information, and some (think pumpkins) seasonal surprises!

Families will have a chance to interact with firefighters and explore a fire engine from Northfield Fire & Rescue and visit the special hands-on Simbulance provided by NorthShore University HealthSystem.

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Jewel/Osco Vaccine Clinic

Fair visitors can get Covid, RSV and flu vaccines at the event. The clinic will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on a first come, first served basis. No registration is necessary. Please bring your insurance card.

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For more information visit www.nssc.org or contact Debra Mell at 847.784.6037 or dmell@nssc.org.

About North Shore Senior Center

Headquartered in Northfield, North Shore Senior Center (NSSC) is a nationally accredited 501(c)(3) organization that serves older adults from the most independent to those needing more support. NSSC serves and engages more than 24,000 older adults and their families each year throughout Chicago’s northern suburbs.

NSSC offers a comprehensive suite of services including a wide array of social services, specialized care for people living with dementia, counselling and personal money management, educational and wellness programs, and volunteer opportunities. Visit: www.nssc.org

New Trier Township’s Mission

New Trier Township’s mission is to provide leadership, advocacy, and resources to benefit the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves more than 60,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette, and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield east of Harms Road and Northfield Road. The office is located at 739 Elm Street in Winnetka and online at www.newtriertownship.com.

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