Rendezvous supporters to rendezvous

Big Island Rendezvous & Festival Inc. will hold its annual meeting at the new offices in Northbridge Mall for the Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce at 7 p.m. Thursday.

The public is invited to attend. Members of the Friends of the Festival will vote for the board of directors and discuss the 2011 season. The American Bus Association voted the Big Island Rendezvous & Festival one of the top 100 festivals in North America.

Free flu shot clinic Jan. 26

A free flu shot clinic will be in Albert Lea at Sterling Drug from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan. 26.

According to a news release sent out by Astrup Drug — the parent company to Sterling Drug — recent reports indicate that seasonal influenza is on the rise as many have been hit with the illness after spending time with family over the holidays.

The flu often persists through March and is expected to strike again in mid February. It’s not too late to protect yourself.

“Many patients believe they have to get flu shots in October or November and after that, it’s too late. In fact, you can get flu shots up through March to protect yourself. And, doing so can help keep you healthier and avoid all that comes along with the flu”, said Tim Gallagher, chief operating officer for Austin-based Astrup Drug, parent company to Sterling.

Shots will be available while quantities last; appointments are encouraged and can be scheduled by calling Sterling at 507-373-1486.

More information is available online at www.thedrugstorewithmore.com.

When asked why Sterling is giving flu shots away, Gallagher responded: “We know there are many people without jobs, insurance or in other less-than-ideal situations, which may be keeping them from getting their vaccination. We’d like to give folks an opportunity to protect themselves.”

Free tax processing

AARP Tax Aide will be offering a free tax processing service at the Senior Resources office. The service is offered Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m., Feb. 1 through April 12, Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m., Feb. 4 through April 15, and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 5 through April 16. Call 377-7433 for appointments.