Hennepin County is planning H1N1 vaccine clinics on Nov. 18 and 20 for children six months through 9 years of age. The cities of Bloomington, Edina, Minneapolis and Richfield are also scheduled to have clinics, check with them for dates and locations, according to a news release from the county.

“Families should first call their health-care provider to learn if they can receive vaccine there. If not, they may come to one of the county’s vaccine clinics. Both the nasal spray and shots will be offered but supplies are limited,” the release said.

Clinics are set for:
* 3:15-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at Hopkins High School, 2400 Lindbergh Drive, Minnetonka.
* 2:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at New Hope Church, 4225 Gettysburg Ave. N., New Hope.

Children in this age group will need a second dose of the vaccine about four weeks after their initial vaccination. Vaccine will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. A parent or guardian must accompany the child and sign a consent form, which can also be downloaded at www.hennepin.us/h1n1.

The shots are free but families with insurance are asked to bring their insurance card so their insurance plan can be billed. “Vaccinations are highly recommended, but they are not mandatory,” the release said.