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Doggy Splash Pad Pawty Ages 18+ Join us for a pawsitively pawesome time at our Dodge Park Splash Pad. This event creates a social environment for our four-legged resi dents to join the fun at the coolest place in town. Open to pet owners holding an annual Dog Park pass obtained prior to event date, dogs eligible to participate must be registered through our Sterling Heights Dog Park to guarantee vaccination records are up to date. Pet owners/ handlers must be 18 years of age or older. The Splash Pad is not open to the public during this event. Location: Dodge Park

REGISTRATION BEGINS WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 Non-resident registration begins Thursday, May 7

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Dogs under 30 pounds TH 9/10, 5-6 p.m. Free Dogs over 30 pounds TH 9/10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free

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IN-PERSON: At the Community Center, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Babysitting Safety Ages 11-16 A two-day course covering accident prevention, emergency prepared ness, and staying calm under stress. Participants learn basic childcare skills, first aid and CPR fundamentals to help keep themselves and others safe. Class is taught by S.H. Fire and Police Departments. T & TH 6/23 & 6/25, 6-8:30 p.m. $34/$44 Grand Connections: Grands & Little Wings Ages 6+ A cozy, hands-on program where grandparents and grandchildren ex plore butterflies together. Observe real butterflies, talk about colors, wings, and life cycles, and share discoveries. Finish with a craft to take home to remember the day. Location: Nelson Park M 6/22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $8/$12 Grand Connections: Grand Outdoor Games Ages 6+ Enjoy summer fun with your grandchild while trying three classic backyard games: ladder ball, corn hole and bocce. Get moving, laugh together, and learn as you play. Snack and goody bag included. Location: Bocce Barn T 8/4, 10-11:30 a.m. $8/$12

EMAIL: Send registration form with payment to recreation@sterlingheights.gov MAIL/FAX: Complete registra tion form (with payment) and send to: Sterling Heights Parks & Recreation, 40555 Utica Rd, P.O. Box 8009, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 FAX: 586-276-4064 PAYMENT OPTIONS: Cash, checks (payable to Treasurer, City of Sterling Heights) and credit card (no AMEX ) accepted. Registration fees cannot be accepted by instructors at a class location or by phone. RECREATION PASSPORTS: Available FREE of charge for use at the Community Center, Ice Rink and Splash Pad by all residents under age 18 when accompanied by a non-resident chaperone or caregiver. Non-residents are required to pay fees. Apply at Parks & Recreation office, Community Center. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Home Alone Safety Ages 9-14 Build confidence and indepen dence for kids and parents. Learn phone safety, hazard awareness, severe weather and power outage response, basic first aid, and fire and pool safety for being home without adult supervision. Class is taught by S.H. Fire and Police Departments. Location: Community Center Heartsaver CPR Ages 18+ CPR training for lay responders, teachers, and childcare staff. Learn CPR and choking response for adults, children, and infants. A manual and rescue mask included. Certificate issued with 84% passing score; valid two years. Location: Fire Station 5 W 6/3, 5-9 p.m. $55/$60 W 6/3, 6-8 p.m. $18/$23 Location: Senior Center W 8/5, 6-8 p.m. $18/$23

Location: Community Center W 7/8 & 8/5, 5-9 p.m. $55/$60

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