FRIDAY, SEPT. 17, 2021
LATEST NEWS & UPDATES
No treasure maps or geo-coordinates needed to find treasures here! Join us in Dodge Park on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our annual Treasure Hunter's Market!

We will have numerous vendors with a menagerie of treasures, trinkets and finds. Come out and see what you can find; a new hutch, dining chairs, jewelry, collectibles and an unthinkable amount of other items will be offered!

In addition to all the great treasures, we will also have food trucks on site for you to enjoy!
  • Deebe's Coffee | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Great Green Food Truck | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
We’re preparing a new 5-year parks, recreation and non-motorized master plan and need your input! To access the survey, click the link below!

The survey will be available through October 15, 2021, so don’t miss your chance to share your thoughts!

We want to hear from you!
  • What are your priorities for park facilities over the next five years?
  • What types of facilities or programs would you like to see offered?
  • Where would you like to see parks and recreation improvements?

Questions? Contact the Sterling Heights Parks & Recreation Department at 586-446-2700.
We're having a Teen Night Out at CJ Barrymore's on Friday, Sept. 24!

Returning back to school requires a break! Join us for a night of putt-putt golf and pizza. Transportation will be provided from the Community Center.

Event is designed for youth ages 12-17 years old.
Meet Me on the Trail Day is a one-day event designed to promote health and wellness, and celebrate the growing trail system in Macomb County through education, recreation, and stewardship events!

Many nearby communities will come together on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 by hosting individual events along the trails showing support and love for the parks and trails of Macomb County!

Join us in Dodge Park on Saturday, Sept. 25 for our very own event that will allow you to bring life and color to our very own trails! Grab a piece of chalk from a bucket along the trails -- or bring your own -- and leave a fun, friendly piece of art for others to enjoy on their weekend stroll!
Who doesn't love nature related stories? If your child fits that description, come gather around our “stuffed animal circle” as we read nature related stories, followed by special activities including singing, dancing and introducing you to one of our live animals! 

Fall story time will meet from 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. one Friday each month October through December. Bring your favorite stuffed animal to join you.

Program designed for children 3-5 years of age. One non-registered adult must accompany children.
Dining Senior Style is back at the Sterling Heights Senior Center!

The Sterling Heights Senior Center is a Dining Senior Style site and offers lunch every Monday – Friday at 11:30 a.m. Participants over 60 years of age will receive a meal for a suggested donation of $3 per meal ($6.50 for those under the age of 60).

Monday – Friday
Food served at 11:30 a.m.
(Tickets for meals may be purchased in room 4 of the Senior Center daily from 9 – 11:30 a.m., or while supplies last.)

Due to COVID restrictions, meals are currently being served packaged, allowing patrons to take food home to eat. As soon as the mandate changes, food will be served cafeteria style and must be eaten at the Senior Center.

This program is brought to the Senior Center thanks to a partnership with the Macomb Community Action - Office of Senior Services.
Game nights are back at the Senior Center! We are starting off the fun next Tuesday with Bingo! Future game nights will feature Bunco and Farkle.

Individuals interested in participating must register before noon the day prior to event, no same day registration!
It's not too late to begin your martial arts journey through our Adult Beginner Karate class. Through this class you will learn the fundamentals of punching, kicking and self-defense under the supervision of a black belt instructor.
Adaptive Recreation offers programs and activities designed to meet the neurodiversity needs of individuals who have developmental delays, cognitive impairments, physical impairments, or autism.

The sports and activities you find within the Adaptive Recreation program are specialized to meet the community integration, social, and recreation needs of residents and non-residents who are looking for non-inclusive opportunities.

Upcoming Programs:
  • Adaptive Theatre
  • Adaptive Basketball League
  • Adaptive Yoga
  • Monthly Themed Events (Dance/Game Night)
  • & more!
What does "aging well" look like to you?

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY, SEPT. 27 AT NOON.

September is National Senior Center Month, and we want to celebrate by capturing the moments that enrich and extend the lives of our 50+ community!

Email photos to seniorcenter@sterling-heights.net or drop off a 4x6 print to the Senior Center main desk during business hours.

Submissions will be displayed at Senior Center from Sept. 27 through Oct. 22.
Sterling Heights Parks & Recreation is hiring and we want you to join our team!

We are currently looking to fill multiple part-time positions:

  • Building Monitor
  • Ice Rink Site Coordinator 
  • Bus Driver  
  • Facility Coordinator  
  • Gym Monitor 
  • Ice Rink Monitor/Aide