Community Action Center of Northfield

On July 15 and 29 we will again offer our money management classes.  The class meets from 6:00 to 8:30 pm in Room 222 at the NCRC.  Preregistration is required.  Participants are invited to have dinner at Thursday’s Table starting at 5:00 before attending the free classes.  Participants who attend both sessions will receive a certificate of completion.  The curriculum includes budgeting to save, paying off your bills, building good credit, tips for taxes, and protection from scams and identity theft. 

To register, please call the CAC at 664-3550 by  July 12.

The CAC is happy to host two interns from the “Leaders for Social Change” program at St Olaf.  This summer nine students were selected for the program.  Students work at area non-profits, live in a St Olaf house, and particpate in weekly seminars.   Signe Knutson and Daniel Murphy will be with us through August 6.

The Community Action Center is seeking nominations for election to its Board of Directors.   You may nominate yourself or someone else by writing a letter describing your skills, background, and interest in serving on the Board.  The Board meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 a.m.

 Inquiries may be directed to Jim Blaha, Executive Director of the Community Action Center at 664-3550.  Letters of nomination may be sent to Jim Blaha at 1651 Jefferson Parkway, HS 200, Northfield 55057.  Nominations should be received by June 18, 2010.

The Community Action Center, in partnership with South Central College, will offer classes for those interested in becoming a certified nursing assistant.  Classes will be offered from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning September 14 and ending in December.  The tuition is waived for CAC clients.

An orientation will be held on August 16 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at Three Links Care Center, 815 Forest Avenue in Northfield.  For more information or to sign up for the orientation, call the CAC at 664-3550 or Bob Kell at 507-333-5036.