Sterling Heights: Turn Up the Sunshine this June with #MYSHPR

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Turn Up the Sunshine this June with #MYSHPR

Parks & Recreation   Posted on May 18, 2026

Special Programs

Every Monday from 3-5 p.m., June 15 through Aug. 17. More info.

#MYSHPR is bringing the fun and games to our neighborhood parks this summer, allowing for resident children and adults to develop meaningful connections with one another and with city employees through various crafts and activities. This program is free for everyone and open to all ages! No registration required.

Friday, June 26 from 8-10 p.m. No registration required.

The fun doesn't need to always stop at dark as #MYSHPR illuminates the Skate Park once a month from 8-10 p.m. Bring your blades, boards, or scooters, roll to some tunes, and enjoy refreshments for purchase from a local food truck. Free to attend.

Dodge Park

Every Thursday from 3-8 p.m. No registration required.

Thursdays nights are for friends, music, and your favorite finds from the farmers market. Dodge Park Thursdays return June 4. For the full lineup, visit myshpr.net/dodgeparkthursdays.

Tuesday, June 16, 5-8 p.m. More info.

Roll over to Dodge Park on June 16 for Roller Nights. Bring your own roller skates/blades, skateboard, or bike and skate under the Dodge Park Farmers Market Pavilion with live DJ entertainment and concessions for purchase from local food trucks! Free to attend.

Saturday, June 20 at 4 p.m. Register online.

Join us for a magical night under the stars at our Great Outdoor Backyard Campout! Set up your tents, enjoy fun outdoor games, and gather around the campfire for delicious s'mores and pudgy pies. This year, we're making it even more special, our Splash Pad will be open for a one-of-a-kind evening experience, so bring your swimsuits. It's the perfect way for families to relax, make memories and enjoy the great outdoors together.

The Dodge Park Splash Pad officially opens for the season Saturday, May 23! Come make a splash with us all summer long. For more info, visit myshpr.net/splashpad.

Community Center

Monday, June 1 at 6 p.m. Register online.

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Ever wonder what your child is doing while gaming, or who they are talking with and if the content is appropriate? Explore ways to understand what your children are engaged in, what games/apps they are using and ways to secure those apps for your own peace of mind.

Tuesday, June 23 from 2:30-7 p.m. Make an appointment.

Make a lifesaving impact this summer. Donate blood at our upcoming Community Blood Drive on June 23 from 2:30–7 p.m. at the Community Center.

Community Garden in Nelson Park

Saturday, June 6 at 11 a.m. Register online.

Celebrate spring in full color at the Sterling Heights Community Garden. Enjoy hands-on planting, garden-themed crafts and fun activities for all ages. Meet fellow garden lovers, explore flowers, and bring a picnic to enjoy in the sunshine!

Saturday, June 20 at 10:30 a.m. Register online.

Create your own butterfly wings and get ready to flutter into an adventure! Kids will follow a colorful quest map as they move through the stage of a butterfly's life, stopping along the way for hands-on activities and playful challenges. The quest wraps up in the conservatory, where live butterflies soar all around and bring the journey full circle.

Tuesday, June 23 at 4 p.m. Register online.

Learn about the many species of wild bees in Michigan including descriptions of different types of bees and how to attract them. This program is designed for ages 8-12.

Thursday June 25 at 10 a.m. Register online.

Step into the colorful world of butterflies in this hands-on, adaptive program! Explore the garden as we search for butterflies, learn about their life cycle and get creative with a crafting activity where you design and decorate your own butterfly wings. Then take them for a fluttering adventure in the garden!

Nature Center

Saturdays, June 6 to July 18 at 10:30 a.m. Register online.

This session offers a welcoming introduction to the art of archery for adults of all experience levels. Participants will learn safe shooting practices, proper form, and techniques that build accuracy and confidence. With guided instruction and plenty of range time, this program provides a relaxed space to focus, unwind, and enjoy a rewarding outdoor activity.

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Friday, June 13 at 9 p.m. Register online.

Teen Night Out goes full camp mode with night hikes, owl calls, stargazing, smores and pizza made in pie irons. Bring your friends and spend the night exploring the park after dark. Event will be held at the Sterling Heights Nature Center.

Tuesday, June 23 at 6 p.m. Register online.

Unleash your creativity and celebrate the beauty of our feathered friends in this painting class at the Nature Center. Learn painting techniques, explore, colors and textures, and create your very own bird-inspired masterpiece. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. All supplies are provided.

Senior Center

Tuesday, June 16 at 5:30 p.m. Register online.

Part of our Twisted Summer programming, this twist on Bingo will have you dancing in your seat, or maybe even out of it. Like traditional Bingo, each player gets a Bingo card but instead of numbers it has song titles. A DJ plays short clips of popular tunes from the 60's – 80's. If the song played is on the card, mark it off. Be the first to complete the card and win a prize. All participants will also receive 2 slices of pizza and beverage to help keep them energized throughout the evening.

Wednesday, June 17 at 10:30 a.m. Register online.

Join Macomb County Prosecutor, Peter J. Lucido, and learn about the latest scams targeting seniors. Gain awareness about the warning signs to look out for and how to avoid being a victim of a scam.

Monday, June 22 at 10:30 a.m. Register online.

Grands & Little Wings is a cozy, connection-focused program designed for grandparents and their grandchildren to learn and create together. Participants will explore the world of butterflies through simple, age-appropriate learning observing real butterflies, talking about colors, wings, and life cycles while sharing questions and discoveries along the way. Participants will also have time to create a craft to remember the day.

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