Special Events

Everyone has a story to tell and someone needs to hear it. The Treasury of Family Heritage has launched the Great Heritage Campaign to help families preserve and share these precious stories and life experiences. The Center For Active Generations is proud to announce their participation in the Great Heritage Campaign. We would love for you to help, too! Watch the video for more information and create your free account today. CFAG will receive 25% of all paid vaults. Join us in The Great Heritage Campaign. For more information: www.Treasuryofheritage.com/1346

Gift Certificates make great year-round gifts?
Buy a Center for Active Generations Gift Certificate!

Gift certificates can be used for: Center Memberships, Computer classes, Fitness memberships, Lunch tickets, One-Day Trips, Art Classes, Beauty Shop, and much more.

FREE Tax Preparation
The TCE Tax-Aide Program offers free federal tax preparation for low and middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those 55 and over. Tax preparation is provided by IRS Certified volunteers. This is a program supported by the IRS and AARP and is offered to all ages. There is no requirement for membership either to the Center for Active Generations or to AARP.

Please call The Center for Active Generations at (605) 336-6722 to make an appointment beginning January 20, 2010. Appointments will be taken for periods between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Saturday appointments are from 9:00 AM through 12:00 PM. Actual tax preparation will begin on Monday, February 1, 2010. The Center is located at 2300 W 46th Street (between Kiwanis and Western Avenues).

Please remember to bring your last year's tax return, all income related documents, and some form of identification. Those individuals who may receive a refund, and wish it to be deposited directly into a checking or saving account, should bring their banking information. We find that most taxpayers wish to have their tax returns E-Filed. This, too, is a free service at our site.

There are several new tax credits available this year. So, bring any documents you have concerning the purchase of a new car, the purchase of energy efficiency products and your property tax information.

Our Tax-Aide group still needs some assistance in taking tax preparation appointments. If you are available for just a few hours a month, it would be wonderful! If you can help, please call Charlotte at (605) 332-5245 or 321-6839.

January Volunteer of the Month
Friday, January 8 at 2:00 pm. The Center For Active Generations is pleased to honor our January Volunteer of the Month, Anita Engel. Congratulations, Anita! She will also be honored by the Downtown Rotary Club on Monday, January 18 at their noon luncheon.
We invite our Center members, other volunteers and family and friends to help us thank Barb for her support and contribution to our organization.

Talent Acquisition Coffee - Wells Fargo
Thursday, January 21 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in Room 204.
Would you like to learn more about employment opportunities with Wells Fargo? Then plan to attend this talent acquisition coffee. Learn about job openings, work schedules, training requirements, and various aspects of the Wells Fargo organization that appeal to the older worker. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. To register call: 336-6722.

Bethany's Best Desserts
Wednesday, January 20 at 12:15 pm.
Complimentary Dessert Tasting will be coming to the Center.
January's Featured Dessert: Italian Wedding Cake.

Join CAT!
The CAT Team meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am. Please join our Community Action Team, whose mission is to use the resources and generosity of Center members to make a difference in the Sioux Falls community. The team's objectives are:

1) To provide an avenue and drop off point for Center members to donate much needed items to non-profit groups in Sioux Falls. Such projects may include: a food drive, hats/blankets for the homeless, or toiletries for the Children's Inn.

2) To provide a community outreach team for special events for organizations serving children and the elderly. This may include holding a monthly birthday party at a children's residential program, or a holiday party at a nursing home. Our CAT members will go in with fun food and party favors and make a dull day into a bright and cheery occasion for these special people.

From October 1 to December 31, we will be a drop-off point for the BANQUET. Products that the BANQUET will be needing in the upcoming months include items that fit in their "Shower our guests with Care" program Then include: 46 oz liquid Laundry detergent, 4-pack toilet paper rolls, and liquid dish soap.

The CAT team also does community outreach. The St. Francis House opened its doors to the homeless of Sioux Falls on March 15, 1987. During the past two decades, the St. Francis House has served approximately 425 people each year who have issues with addictions, disabilities, mental health, and physical health. They now have five two-family housing units. and plan to open another 4 units in December 2009. The mission of the St. Francis House is: "To move people from homelessness to hope". They do this by offering a myriad of services intended to assist individuals with long-term sel sufficiency. St. Francis House provides individuals with a safe place to stay, teach them to respect boundaries, and follow rules, locate community resources to meet their needs and issues, assist with obtaining and maintaining employment with benefits, secure transportation, enroll children in school or child care, manage money and other general life skills, and provide health care and GED services.

The Saint Francis House has needs in so many areas. Products are from al price ranges so the next time you're in the store, pick up an extra of something and drop it in the CAT Teams donation box located in the Center's foyer. You can pick up a complete list of needed products in the Center's foyer. Here are some needed items:

The Center has so many talented and creative members, who could use their skills and interests to truly make a difference. We hope many members will get involved with CAT and give back to our great community and those who need help. To get involved, contact Lisa Howard at 333-3307 or lhoward@cfag.org.

Jeopardy Trivia Week Extravaganza
February 8 to February 12. Sign up to complete! Do you enjoy jeopardy? If so, join us for our Jeopardy Week Extravaganza. We will have 4 different contestants completing to be in the Finals. The winner from each day will complete on Friday for the GRADE PRIZE. We've done our research this year and found categories and questions from pas jeopardy shows such as "Crossword Clues", "M", and "Words of Benjamin Franklin. We can only take the first 16 members registered to play. pick a day (Monday through Thursday at 12:00 noon) that fits your schedule to play. Remember you must be free on Friday, February 12 at noon to go to the finals, if you wind your day. If you can't make it on Friday, the 2nd place finisher of that day will go to the finals in your place. Register at the Center's information window or call 336-6722.

Sweetheart Dance & Party
Thursday, February 11 at 2:00 pm.
Music by Larry and the Rythmairs.
Great refreshments.
Everyone is welcome!
Admission: $4.00 Center members; $5.00 Non-Center members

New Member Social
Friday, February 12 at 1:00 pm.
All new members are invited to attend this orientation and learn more about the Center's programs and services. You will be introduced to Center ambassadors and then enjoy some great entertainment and refreshments at the monthly birthday party, which begins at 2:00 pm. Reservations are required. Call 33606722.

March - Money Matters for All Ages!
Thursday, March 11. Attend our 1-day Forum on Money Matters. Learn important tips to help make yourself more financially secure or manage your money wisely. Invite your children and grandchildren to this important day. Download and fill out the registration form for the seminars. The registration deadline is March 8.
Click here for the Money Matters Registration Form.

Medicare, Medicare Part D, or Long-term care Questions?
Help is available! The information is FREE to everyone, Center member or not. No registration is required. Make an appointment to address your questions? Call SHIINE at 800-536-8197 or 333-3314 in Sioux Falls. Appointments are taken Monday through Friday, between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. SHIINE offices are located at the Center For Active Generations, 2300 W. 46th Street, Sioux Falls. Visit SHIINE on line at www.shiine.net and click on "Part D Volunteer Help" to find local help in your area. SHIINE's email address is: shiine@cfag.org.