FRIDAY, SEPT. 30, 2022

THE LATEST NEWS & UPDATES

Boo! Things are getting sPoOky in Sterling Heights!

Join us Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our annual "Sterling Frights" Halloween event for Sterling Heights children 12 years of age and younger.

We will have live music, hay rides, a straw maze, crafts, photo opportunities, inflatables, rides, cider & donuts, and candy!

Free pumpkin to the first 400 children.

Thank you to our sponsors for helping to make this event possible!

• Genisys Credit Union
• Warren Consolidated Schools
• Pet Supplies Plus
• Nothing Bundt Cakes
• Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Vibe Credit Union

Sterling S.E.W. = Sewing Enthusiasts Welcome! 

We are excited to welcome a NEW all-day (9 a.m. to 8 p.m.) drop-in sewing opportunity for all levels and types of sewing enthusiast! Whether, you’re a quilter, bagmaker or a sewing artist, all are welcome.

Bring your machine, round up those "UFOs" and work on your own projects amongst your peers.

6’ tables with 2 chairs are provided along with communal cutting and ironing stations. Workstation supplies and tools, extension cords, and lights are recommended. 

October Dates

• Saturday, Oct. 1
• Saturday, Oct. 22

Space is limited. Normal drop-in rates apply.

Dads and daughters are invited to join us on Saturday, Nov. 12 for an underwater expedition! Our "Under the Sea Glow Party" is sure to provide lifelong memories!

Your adventure includes pasta dinner, dancing, and a keepsake photo of your aqua adventure! Event designed for girls 3-13 years of age.

$26 per resident | $33 per non-resident

Must be pre-registered. No door sales.

We are now accepting new team registrations for the 2022 Adult Co-ed Indoor Volleyball League!

Teams of six (at least three female) will go head-to-head Friday evenings on the courts at the Community Center for a chance to be crowned 2022 Champions! Self-officiated play is set to begin Oct. 14 and will conclude with a single elimination tournament on Dec. 16.

Entry fee is $320 and includes full season play and champion awards. Full payment is due at the time of registration.

Spooky Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, Oct. 22

Pick up your spooky scavenger hunt at the Nature Center on Saturday, Oct. 22 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., then head outside to see how many items you can find!

Non-registered parents must accompany their children on this self-guided find and seek.

Scavenger hunters must complete the task by 4:30 p.m. and turn in your findings to the Nature Center for a special treat!

Halloween Themed Kids Hike

Friday, Oct. 28

Plan for a brisk outdoor walk for this great kids night hike! We will have a ton of spooky fun learning about October's favorite animals.

Indoor Youth Tennis is back in full swing with classes available for all skill levels!

Classes will be run by certified USPTA First Serve tennis instructors. Participants will learn technique, tactics, sportsmanship, vocabulary and gain match play experience.

Classes will run in accordance with the United States Tennis Association's recommendations for age appropriate balls, scoring, and court size. Making all aspects of this program age appropriate will increase your child's learning curve and make learning the game of tennis fun.

Loaner racquets will be provided at the first session and instructions will be given as to how to find the correct racquet size for each participant.

Who said growing another year older has to be scary? Join us as we celebrate Halloween in our traditional spooktacular way, plus the 25th anniversary of the Sterling Heights Senior Center!

Wear a costume if you dare or just come as your "Boo"tiful self to our Monster Mash Anniversary Bash on Friday, Oct. 28! There will be entertainment, lunch and some additional treats!

Last day to register is October 10. Space is limited.

Versiti Blood Services will be back at the Sterling Heights Community Center for the October Blood Drives taking place on Monday Oct. 3 and Tuesday, Oct. 18 from 2 to 7 p.m.

Schedule your appointment on the Versiti website today!

Park Hours

Beginning October 1 through March 31, parks will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Upcoming Closures

Skate Park | Sat., Oct. 1

The Skate Park will be closed on Saturday, Oct. 1 for maintenance repairs.

Offices and Buildings | Monday, Oct. 10

Parks and Recreation offices and buildings including Nature Center, Community Center, and Senior Center will closed on Monday, Oct. 10 for an in-service day.

Community Center and Senior Center will be open at 5 p.m. for evening activities.