THE WHISTLESTOP March 2018 Edition
Our Mission FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older.
About Us:
FiftyForward Madison Station is one of five lifelong learning centers in Davidson County and two in Williamson County. We offer various programs, classes and events monthly as well as access to the center amenities. Membership is $120 annually or $10 via monthly bank draft. We also accept Silver Sneakers® and Silver&Fit® reimbursement through some Medicare supplement plans. Scholarships are also available.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00 pm Friday 8:00 am-3:30 pm Tours Available: Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00 pm
Contact:
Phone (615) 860-7180 Website fiftyforward.org Address 301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115 (physically located at the end of Douglas Street)
Letter from the Center Director I feel so lucky to be here at FiftyForward Madison Station and part of such an incredible community. We hope you can join us for our Traditional Irish Meal at this month’s Tasty Tuesday. We are excited to announce we have several laptops available for check out. You can check them out at the front desk and use them throughout the center during the day. Mark your calendars and save the date! Our annual fundraiser, Whistlestop, will be held on Thursday, May 31st. We are looking forward to celebrating the magic of Madison Station with you and members of our community. We are grateful for the financial love we receive so we can continue to carry out our FiftyForward mission to support, champion, and enhance life for those 50 and older. We could use your help as we begin to gather items for our silent auction. You can either donate items yourself or ask for donations from businesses. We want to have several great things to put up for auction. Please see me or Julie for more details if you are interested. "May your troubles be less and your blessings more, and nothing but happiness come through your door." ~Irish Proverb Cheers! —Brandy Lamb, Center Director
Letter from the Program Director I can’t tell you how excited I am that we can now print the newsletter—at least partially—in color! Now we can showcase pictures of members and activities without them being a fuzzy blob! (at left is Judge A ngie Dalton and her grandmother Peggy Nesbitt at February’s Tasty Tuesday.) In March, we’ll have several education opportunities—TWO Lunch and Learns, a Victory Over Crime presentation, and a new Health Information booth three times a month. And of course, we are going to have lots of fun with activities such as fun trips, Tasty Tuesday, Bingo and a new walking club. Read the newsletter cover to cover so you don’t miss anything! —Julie Reeves, Program Director
AMP: Aging Mastery Program is Back! 10-week Class Begins April 6
Interested in feeling better today and staying healthy for the future? Today, we are living longer—so it is good to be thinking about how to engage in ongoing and positive ways to make the most of longevity. FiftyForward is excited to again offer our members a wonderful program developed by the National Council on Aging called AMP, the “Aging Mastery Program.” It is an incentive-based program designed to inform, encourage and support aging adults as they take steps to improve their lives and stay engaged in their communities. AMP incorporates evidence-based materials, expert speakers, group discussion, and peer support to give the participants the skills and tools they need to achieve measurable improvements in managing different aspects in life. Sessions include: Medication Management; Financial Fitness; Sleep; Exercise and You; Advance Planning; and five more that relate to aging. Here at Madison Station, AMP will be offered from 10:00 am to 11:30 am Fridays, beginning April 6 and will run for 10 weeks. FiftyForward is offering this $60 program FREE to members. The FiftyForward Bordeaux location will be joining us as well.) Participants that complete 8 out of 10 classes will receive an AMP certificate at a special graduation ceremony. A limited number of spaces are available for the class so sign up quickly at the front desk. Have questions? See Brandy or Julie.
Services Available Free Legal Aid by Beck & Beck Law:
Meet with an attorney every 3rd Wednesday starting at 9 a.m. in 15 minute sessions. Appointment required. See front desk. Care Management Services:
Supports older adults who struggle with day-today obstacles, including financial, health and living at home. Call Emily at 615-622-5409. Notary Services:
Julie Reeves, Notary. Appointment required. See front desk. Donations to center requested. Transportation: To/From Center on Tuesdays & Thursdays only. $2/within 3 miles of center, $3/within 4 miles. Ask for an application at front desk. Adult Day Services:
A program for those with cognitive, memory, or physical needs. Call (615) 463-2266. Meals on Wheels:
Provides meals for those unable to prepare them on their own. Call (615) 463-2264. Victory Over Crime:
Are you a victim of a crime? Need counseling, help in court or more? Call (615) 743-3417
TWO Lunch in Learns in March! Lyft on Thursday, March 1 We’ll be
Looking to stay active, meet people, and earn extra income? Driving with Lyft allows you to do all of this! Lyft is a smart phone app that connects drivers and passengers to get them to the destinations affordably, safely, and without the hassle of parking. Whether you're looking to drive and earn or just catch a ride, come to the FREE Lunch & Learn on Thursday, March 1 at 11:30 am. Menu is Baked Spaghetti (a vegetar ian option will be available), salad, garlic bread and dessert. Pick up your ticket at the front desk; about 5 tickets are still available, so don’t delay!
Skyline on Thursday, March 22 Tristar Skyline Medical Center will be providing a FREE Lunch & Learn on Thursday, March 22. Our lunch that day will be chicken divan (a chicken and rice casserole), green beans, roll, dessert and sugar-free peach tea at 11:30 am. After lunch, we will have a speaker (not yet confirmed) from Skyline Medical Center. Please see the front desk for a flyer on the speaker in the coming weeks. Only 95 tickets are available for this event. Pick up your FREE ticket at the front desk. If you get a ticket and then realize you cannot use it, please return it so others may have the opportunity to attend.
Don’t Get Scammed! Find Out How from VOC Tuesday, March 6 Financial scams targeting seniors have become so prevalent that they’re now considered “the crime of the 21st century.” Why? Because seniors are thought to have a significant amount of money sitting in their accounts. It’s not just wealthy seniors who are targeted. Low-income older adults are also at risk of financial abuse. (ncoa.com) With Tax Season here, a lot of these scams “ramp up” with people trying to get at your tax refunds. Scams can include Medicare/health insurance scams, counterfeit prescription drugs, funeral and cemetery scams, reverse mortgage scams and so many more. Right now, there are also a lot of tech scams actively going around that are costing our members hundreds! Find out how to recognize these scams and protect yourself at a presentation by our Victory over Crime staff on Tuesday, March 6 at 10:00 am. Sign up in the free event binder so we may plan for seating.
Tasty Tuesday: ‘From Nashville to New Orleans’ Tuesday, March 20 You’ll be transported to “The Big Easy” at our March Tasty Tuesday. Jazz duo, Jamey and Tammy Whiting, will hit the stage with a mesmerizing performance. Together they will present a show complete with Mississippi Delta influenced vocals, comedy, two-fisted piano, and dance. Join us for an afternoon New Orleans-style. Prior to their performance, lunch will be a traditional Irish menu of corned beef, boiled potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and cornbread. Deadline to purchase your $7.00 ticket at the fr ont desk is Fr iday, March 16th.
March 20th is the first day of Spring! Let’s celebrate with some goodies! Before (at 11:00 am) and after (until 1:30 pm) Tasty Tuesday, our Fundraising Committee will host a Bake Sale in the Party Room. Baking donations are needed; see Julie.
Wellness Resources Benefit Checkup:
Unless otherwise indicated, classes and activities are included with membership. Visitors add $5.00. Class Locations: PR=Party Room; C2=Classroom #2; CR=Conference Room; SR=Social Room
Are you eligible for SNAP & other benefits? To find out, call the Family Assistance Service Center: (615) 743-2000
9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; C2 9:30 am; Line Dance led by Faye Redden; Have fun dancing with a group while burning calories!; PR Blood Pressure Checks: 12:30pm; SilverSneakers Circuit; led by Kathleen 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the Phillips; Increase your cardiovascular and muscular month from 10:30 -11:30 a.m. endurance with a standing workout; PR Provided by Shirley Brown. SR 1:45 pm; SilverSneakers® Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing; led by Kathleen Phillips; Blood Pressure and Focuses on reducing stress & breathing techniques; PR Glucose Checks: Provided by Creekside Health and Rehabilitation on the 4th 9:00 am; Tai-Chi; led by Brian Wilson; Improves balance, flexibility and overall health; $5 per class; C2 Tuesday (March 27) of the 10:00 am; SilverSneakers® Classic; led by Kathleen month, 10:30-11:30 a.m. SR Phillips; Uses hand-held weights, tubes, balls, and Healthcare Connection: chairs; PR Provided by Avalon Hospice on 9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; C2 the 1st, 3rd, and 4th Tuesdays of 10:00 am; SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch; led by the month, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Kathleen Phillips; Moves your body through a series of Resources for healthcare help. seated & standing yoga poses; PR SR 12:30 pm; SilverSneakers® Classic led by Kathleen Phillips; see above; PR Walking Club: ®
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12:30 pm; SilverSneakers Classic led by Kathleen Phillips; PR 1:45 pm; Gentle Yoga with Kathleen; Uses seated and standing yoga poses; $2 a class; PR
9:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 per class; C2 11:00 am; Qigong, a Chinese moving meditation practiced for exercise, relaxation; C2 & preventative medicine; led by Cyndi Clark 12:30pm; SilverSneakers® Classic; led by Lisa Cotton; PR 10:00 am; Yoga with Stephen North, Jr.; $5 a class; C2
We Also Have Three Fitness Rooms: Cardio Room—Treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, and TV Resistance Training—Stationary weight machines, single station equipment. Strength Training—free weights, resistance training bands, rowing machine, balls, and more If you have any questions about the equipment, please see a staff member.
NEW! Join Julie and/or Brandy for a walk around the parking lot on Wednesdays at 7:30 am. Four laps around equals one mile. Meet on front steps. City Road United Methodist Track:
The track is open for members’ use Mon - Fri from 8:00 - 5:00. Go by the front desk, show your FiftyForward scan card and get the pass code to get in. The track is on the second level and there is no elevator. Dementia Support Group:
Kathy Johnson-Warner of Senior Helpers will help you get the support you need when caring for your loved ones with dementia. Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. CR.
In Our Facility...
Class Location Guide: PR=Party Room; C1=Classroom 1; C2=Classroom #2; CR= Conference Room; SR=Social Room *Art Club - Meets on Thursdays any time between 9:00 and 1:00 in the Open Art Studio to create and pursue arts and crafts. Please note no instructor is present.
Free Wi-Fi
We are happy to provide FREE Wi-Fi here at the center. Look for the FiftyForward Guest Network and type in 50Forward as the Password. Laptop Computer Use
Members may check out laptop computers at the front desk and use while inside the building. Note that printing is not available. Social Room
Enjoy coffee with friends, watch TV, play cards and/or eat your lunch. Microwave, refrigerator and water machine available. Vending Machines
A soda and snack machine are located in the Fitness Center. Recycling of Cans
We recycle aluminum cans used here in the center. The receptacle for EMPTY cans is in the fitness center beside the vending machines. Please do not put anything except cans in this container. Please do not bring in cans from outside the center. Second Harvest Food Donations: Bring non-perishable foods to help others. Will be donated to the CCM down the street, which is the busiest Second Harvest Center in Nashville. Please check labels and do not donate expired foods.
*Bingo - Most first Mondays and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 1:00 p.m. Join us for a chance to win prizes! March 5 and March 27. *Crochet for Beginners/Crochet Club – Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. Led by Paulette Spalding. Bring an “H” needle and yarn and Paulette will be happy to show you the basics of crochet. CR.
Everyday, games are being played in our social room. Currently, the most popular card game is Skip-Bo. Players are also enjoying Hand and Foot. On Tuesdays, we have a Bridge Group that meets at 10:30 am. On Wednesdays, Mexican Train Dominoes meets at 12:30 pm. Our pool room has four pool tables, cues, and balls. Come join the fun!
*Knitting Club – Thursdays at noon. Don’t know how? Someone will show you! Just bring your knitting needles and some yarn. CR. *Loose Caboose Players - This is a Reader’s Theater so you don’t have to worry about memorizing lines just having fun! Meets Tuesdays at 1:00 pm. C1. *Quilting Club – Mondays from 12-2 p.m. Bring your materials and quilt away! Have a question? Someone in the Club will be glad to help. C2.
*Karaoke – ‘D. J.’ Dottie Dillard leads the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. Come sing your favorite song or just listen. Door prizes! Meets March 8. SR. *Open Music Jam – Bring your voice, instrument and/or listening ears for a jam session. Every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in Classroom #2. Also on Friday, March 9 and 23 from Noon to 3:00 pm in Social Room. Piano & Voice Lessons – Fridays at 10 a.m. Taught by Geno Haffner. $15/30 minutes. Call Geno at 615-310-4579 to schedule. C1. *Silver Notes Band – Kim Yearwood leads this 16+ big band on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. They perform all over Nashville. Did you play an instrument in high school? Join them. PR. * asterisk denotes free event
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Wellness Resources Grief Support Group:
Class Location Guide: PR=Party Room; C1=Classroom #1; C2=Classroom #2; C3=Classroom #3 (former Genealogy) CR= Conference Room; SR=Social Room Bible Conversation – Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. C1. Bowling Club – Join FiftyForward Donelson members on the 3rd Friday of every month at 2:00 pm at the Strike and Spare in Donelson (2710 Old Lebanon Rd.) Cost per game is only $1.00. Shoes are only $1.00 as well. You will have to provide your own transportation. Film Club – At 12:30 p.m. on 2nd and 4th Fridays on the big screen! On March 9th, see the a romantic comedy about older adults fighting loneliness. On February 23rd, watch as a Coast Guard team makes a daring and heroic in an Atlantic storm. C1. Inglewood & Friends – 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Plans monthly trips. Must be present at meeting to sign up for trips planned. PR.
Madison Travelers – 1st Wednesday of each month at 12 p.m. to plan monthly trips. Must be present at meeting to sign up for trips planned. SR. Red Hat Society – 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. $24 yearly dues. Join these ladies for lunch in red and purple gear! Marilyn Tidwell, Queen. On March 12, they are going to the Joelton Winery. CR. Reminisce – Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month (March 6) at 1:00 p.m. Go back in time with Nancy and Larry McDougal. Door prizes! CR. Second Sight - Get together with other visually impaired members of the community. Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays at 9:00 a.m. C1. Walking Club - Now that it’s getting warmer, join Julie and/or Brandy for a walk around our parking lot (four laps equals a mile). Meets Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. Meet on front steps.
If it is raining, club will not meet.
Wisdom Writers Club - Join others in Life Story and other writing. Meets 1st & 3rd Fridays at 10:00 am. CR.
Meets on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month at 10:00 am. This is a free support group for those dealing with the stages of grief. Meet with others who are journeying through the same processes in a safe and confidential environment. Facilitated by Adam Waltenbaugh, Masters in Counseling, Vanderbilt. CR Medicare Counseling:
For help with your Medicare questions, call 1-877-801-0044, email tn.ship@ tn.gov, or visit tnmedicarehelp.com. Metro Nutrition Program:
Lunch for seniors over 60. Must apply with Metro first. Mon-Fri, 11:30 am. 48 hour reservation required. Contact Pat Cullum at 615-860-7180. Donations requested. Reiki Sessions:
Reiki Master Cyndi Clark offers Reiki sessions (Japanese hands -on healing) Fridays beginning at 12:00 pm for $15/15 min; $25/30 min. Appointments can be made at the front desk. C2. Therapeutic Massage:
Certified Massage Therapist Sue Truitt provides massages at her home near the center. Call her at 615-868-7032 or 615-519-3788 to schedule. Bulletin Board
On the three bulletin boards in the front hallway, you can read and make suggestions; see get well and sympathy messages, and read and post events and classifieds. Items posted may only remain for one month.
At Madison Station, we go on approximately 6-8 day trips per month. The trip list comes out on what we call ‘T3’ or “Trippin’ Third Thursday” and lists the following month’s trips. For example, April’s trip list will be released on March 15. Payment is due at sign-up either in person or by phone with credit card. Many of these trips are full due to the trip list coming out two weeks prior to the newsletter release. If the trip is full, you may put your name on the waiting list. If you are interested at all in trips, don’t miss T3!
Trip Policies *Priority Seating - Madison members receive first priority seating. If a trip does not fill up, members from other centers are welcome to come. A waiting list will be utilized for this purpose. *Late arrivals - The bus will leave at the time listed. Please be on time. *Trip Size: All trips require a minimum of six people. Trips not meeting the minimum number will be cancelled 24 hours in advance and credit will be given to those already signed up. *Cancellations and No Shows A credit will be issued if a cancellation is given within 48 hours of a trip’s scheduled departure. However, in the case of a trip involving preordered tickets or reservations, a credit will be given only
Nashville Lawn and Garden Show Friday, March 2 - 9:45 am $15.00 + Lunch (limited spots available) Explore over 25 beautiful garden displays; enjoy the live butterfly exhibit! "Land of Butterflies" ; be amazed at the Floral Design Gallery, and visit over 120 vendors. After a couple of hours at the show, we’ll head to Monell’s Café, where they serve cafeteria -style homestyle classic meat and vegetables. On Fridays, they feature their delicious fried chicken and fried catfish. The Thrifty Spender: Shopping Excursion and Lunch Tuesday, March 13 - 9:45 am $3.00 + Lunch We’ll go to Opry Mills Mall where you can choose to shop at over 200 stores, many of which are outlets with discount prices. During your visit, you can enjoy lunch at one of the many food court options or choose from the array of full-service restaurants. We will return to the Center no later than 1:30 pm. Fabulous 50’s Show’ & Lunch in Fayetteville Sunday, March 25 - 10:30 am - $22.00 + Lunch (limited spots remain) A family-friendly musical extravaganza composed of singers, a 12-member band, actors and dancers. Songs from the 50s, 60s & 70s are performed and are complemented by hilarious actors who transition from one song to the next. The show begins at 1:30 pm so beforehand we’ll eat at Marvin’s Family Restaurant, an old-school outpost featuring a buffet of traditional Southern comfort food. Vanderbilt Presents: InsideOut of the Lunchbox at TPAC Thursday, March 29 - 10:30 am - $6.00 Lunch Included (limited spots remain) Vanderbilt University joins Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) Education for the InsideOut of the Lunch Box series which includes panel discussions, performance excerpts and a free lunch. This month’s session will provide an look at Nashville Opera’s, “Susannah.” Carlisle Floyd's folk-like opera, rooted in Appalachian music, is set in rural Tennessee. The opera was composed at the height of McCarthyism and serves as a metaphor for paranoia and its dangerous repercussions.
FULL TRIPS: Madison Travelers to Dandelion Marketplace Thursday, March 8 - 10:30 am $7.00 + Lunch Brunch Bunch Thursday, March 15- 9:30 am - $7.00 + Brunch
Hiking Club to The Trails and Greenway at Fontanel Monday, March 26 - 9:30 am - $6.00 + Lunch
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Thank You! Computers Now Available to Borrow In-House We are excited to now have laptop computers available for member use! Checking out a computer is as simple as 123…. 1. Sign out the computer from the front desk. 2. Use the computer anywhere inside the building during center hours. 3. Return the computer to the front desk.
“Neil’s Health Connection” Starts March 6 We are excited to begin offering “Neil's Healthcare Connection” on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 10:30am to 11:30am in conjunction with our blood pressure screenings. The “Healthcare Connection” will provide real and immediate resources that speak to anyone's needs for help suffering from a loss of independence due to a diagnosed medical condition or illness. Resources can be made available same day or within 48 hours to both patient & care giver. From coordinating food deliver & transportation- to in home care or facility placement, they can coordinate it all! In addition to connecting those in need with care and support, The Healthcare Connection will provide education and educational resources for end of life care, Healthcare system navigation, caring giver support, dementia training and more. Neil's Healthcare Connection is your one stop shop for all your health care needs in Tennessee. Stop by and get connected beginning March 6!
Walgreens Health Talk March 22 Walgreens will be here at 10:00 a.m. for their monthly Health Talk. In a very timely topic that affects many of our members, a Staff Pharmacist will be discussing, "How is my Easter Dinner effecting my Blood Sugar?" Please join her in Classroom #1. Sign up in the Free Event Binder so we may plan for seating.
“Introduction to Drawing” Class in March 27 We have had several requests for an art class for beginners. Well Kim Lane will be here March 27 in the Art Room fr om 9:00 to 10:30 am with an “Intr oduction to Dr awing” class! This month the focus will be on drawing nature. All supplies will be provided, just bring your 'can do' attitude.' Cost is $10.00 per person. Minimum of 6 students; maximum of 10. Sign up at the front desk by Friday, March 23.
“Name That Tune” with Humana March 27
—Maybelle Carter Senior Living for being our Tasty Tuesday cookie sponsor. —Creekside Health, Maybelle Carter Senior Living, and Mind & Body Institute for sponsoring our ‘Beautiful You’ event in February. Thank you also to all the vendors and speakers. —Lyft and TriStar Skyline Medical Center for sponsoring this month’s Lunch and Learns. —Avalon Hospice for providing the new “Healthcare Connection.” —and to all our amazing volunteers: your support is precious to us!
Overnight Trips FiftyForward Travel is waiting for you! We post the flyers for these trips in our Social Room on the display rack near the kitchen area. Call Janice Judd at 615-231-1235 for info. MAY 17-19--HOT SPRINGS JULY 30-AUG 4 NIAGARA FALLS JULY--MYSTERY TOUR IN THE WORKS AUGUST 9-19--CANADIAN ISLANDS SEPTEMBER 2-12--ALASKA
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Humana will be presenting the classic game “Name That Tune” on Tuesday, March 27th at 10:00 am. Those that can “name that tune”—mostly songs the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s (Elvis, Motown, etc.)—will win prizes! This game was a big hit when Humana came last year and is lots of fun! Sign up in the FREE event binder on the front desk.
OCTOBER 6-14--CAPE COD AND MARTHA'S VINEYARD NOVEMBER 12-16-NEW ORLEANS Casino Trips: Tropicana— May 15, July 12, Sept. 20, Nov 15 Tunica—July 24 & 25
Our Staff
Brandy Lamb Center Director blamb@fiftyforward.org Julie Reeves Program Director jreeves@fiftyforward.org Bethanie Peadro FLIP Coordinator bpeadro@fiftyforward.org Direct Line: 615-622-9867
Highlights from February We had a GREAT February with events such as Loose Caboose performing a hilarious “Newlywed Game” (picture at right) skit for Valentines, the ‘Beautiful You’ event that included a delicious salad bar and massages (pictures below), and fun trips! (bottom right, ‘trippers’ await their meal at the Southern Engine Deli) Just wait to see what we have in store for our Members in March!
Emily EriamiatoeCare Manager Eeriamiatoe @fiftyforward.org Direct Line: 615-622-5409 Pat Cullom Metro Meals, a program of Metro Social Services
Tax Appointments Are Full
Our Partners
Vanderbilt Lunch & Learn “Precision Medicine: “Let’s Get Personal”: Thursday, April 5 Do you wish medications and treatments could be more effective for everyone? Then don’t miss hearing Dr. Josh Denny from Vanderbilt Health speak on Precision Medicine, healthcare based on each individual’s life including what you do, where you live and your family history. These Free Tickets WILL NOT be available until Thursday, March 22 due to our other Lunch & Learns.
Health & Wellness Fair: Thursday, April 12 Over 35 Vendors with information, health screening, giveaways and door prizes every 15 minutes! More info coming! FiftyForward Madison Station 301 Madison St. Madison, TN 37115
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Please note that ALL appointments are full for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide. Our waiting list is at capacity so we cannot take any more names. Our other centers offering this service are full as well. Note, the deadline for submitting your 2017 tax return this year is Tuesday, April 17.