Local communities host big events
By Leela Sharon Aheer Chestermere-Strathmore MLA
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore. This weekend we will be attending the Chestermere MADE Outdoor Festival, where foodies and artisans come together to feed both your tummy and soul. The Outdoor Festival is on Aug. 6 at the Chestermere Recreation Centre.
The following weekend on Aug. 13, come and enjoy the sounds of summer with a free music festival. The lineup is incredible, and you can enjoy this free festival by the shores of Chestermere Lake.
On Aug. 2, the Moderna vaccine is available for those six-months-old and over. First-dose appointments must be booked through the Alberta Vaccine Booking System or by calling Health Link at 811.
Eligibility for second booster doses expanded on July 20. Albertans 18 years of age and over can receive a second booster dose at least five months after their first booster dose.
As of April 12, Novavax’s protein-based COVID-19 vaccine is available for those 18-years-old and over at select AHS clinics – book your appointment through Health Link by calling 811. The Moderna vaccine is available to children 6-11 years of age to start or complete a primary COVID-19 vaccine series. Book your appointment by calling Health Link at 811 or contacting a participating pharmacy.
On March 14, first booster appointments became available for individuals aged 12-17 years of age. Booster dose mRNA vaccine appointments are available for individuals aged 12-17 years of age, five months after receiving their second dose.
Finally, thank you to everyone at the Strathmore Stampede. We were at our booth selling memberships for the leadership race and were overwhelmed by the support and love of all we spoke to. We were also proud to participate and watch what I think is the best rodeo in Alberta. Thank you to Ryan (Schmidt) and your incredible team, staff and volunteers for an incredible weekend of fun and entertainment, music, food and atmosphere. The Strathmore Stampede celebrated its 56th year and saw over 40,000 folks go through the grounds. The smiles, ice cream and little dirt-filled faces were a highlight for me, and I am honoured to have been in attendance.
As always, we love to hear from you.
(Leela Sharon Aheer is the MLA Elect for Chestermere-Strathmore)