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.

On Thursday, June 17, the Clothes Closet will have its monthly bag sale.  Everything you can fit in a bag for just $7!  Items that are too large to fit in a bag will be half price.  Everyone is encouraged to support the Community Action Center by shopping at the Clothes Closet.

On Saturday, May 8, Northfield area letter carriers will participate in the national  “Stamp Out Hunger” food collection to provide assistance to the many people in our area who struggle with hunger. 

 To help “Stamp Out Hunger”, simply leave a sturdy bag containing non-perishable foods, like canned soup, canned vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal, next to your mailbox prior to the time of regular mail delivery on Saturday, May 8.  Food items should be in non-breakable containers, such as boxes and cans. Your letter carrier will collect donations from homes across Northfield and deliver them to the Community Action Center’s food shelf where it is distributed to those who visit the foodshelf.

Thanks to our local post office employees and to all who donate to this event!