sterlingmade Summer 2026

parks&recreation

Youth/Teen Programs ✱ ALL CLASSES HELD AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER (unless noted) Kindermusik Kindermusik is a research based early childhood music education program supporting developmental growth in language, literacy, listen ing, problem-solving, social skills and musically through play, singing and movements. Classes are ener getic, nurturing and create bonding through with structured and un structured time in class. Fee includes music, ebooks and games for home. Instructor: Hailey Zoccoli Ages 6-23 months W 6/10-8/5*, 9:30-10:15 a.m. $144/$187 Ages 24-47 months W 6/10-8/5*, 10:30-11:15 a.m. $144/$187 *No Class: 7/22

Intro to Pollinators: Bees Learn about the many species of wild bees in Michigan including descriptions of different types of bees and how to attract them. Location: Nelson Park Youth Ages 8-12 T 6/23, 4-5:30 p.m. $8/$11 Adult Ages 18+ TH 7/16, 6-7:30 p.m. $8/$11 Insect Pinning & Identification Ages 8-12 Learn how to pin and preserve insect specimens while exploring anatomy and identification. Ideal for curious learners and budding entomologists. Materials provided— just bring your curiosity. Location: Nelson Park W 7/8, 10-11:30 a.m. $8/$11 Intro to Urban Beekeeping Ages 13+ Learn how honeybees thrive. Cover hive setups, minimal equipment needs, seasonal care, neighbor considerations and local ordinance basics. Discuss responsibilities and whether beekeeping fits your yard. Location: Nelson Park SUN 7/12, 10:30-11:30 a.m. $8/$11 Learn how to identify, prevent and manage common plant diseases like powdery mildew, while exploring effective organic pest-control meth ods that support healthy, resilient gardens. Location: Nelson Park SAT 7/18, 1-2 p.m. $8/$11 Junior Beekeepers Series Ages 8-12 A half-day adventure. Explore hives, honey making and bee jobs. Practice safe “beekeeper skills,” make crafts, play games and observe pollinators. Location: Nelson Park M-W 7/20-7/22, 9 a.m.-Noon $120/$180 Garden Pest Disease & Control Ages 12+

Foraging a Rainbow Ages 3-6 Each week, little explorers focus on one color of the rainbow as they discover how nature looks, feels, smells, and sounds. Through hands on activities, simple experiments, and outdoor adventures children will build confidence in the natural world. Location: Nelson Park F 8/7-9/4, 10-11 a.m. $23/$35 Explore the fascinating world of insects in this hands-on adult workshop. Learn ethical collecting, pinning, preservation, and identifi cation using physical features. Pin and label your own specimen while discovering anatomy, life cycles, and insects’ roles in ecosystems. Location: Nelson Park SAT 8/8, 10-11:30 a.m. $8/$11 This hands-on series for adults takes you beyond the basics of beekeep ing as a hobby. Learn hive assembly, safe inspections, seasonal manage ment, honey harvesting and how to identify and address common pests and diseases. Location: Nelson Park SAT/SUN 8/15-8/16, 9 a.m.-Noon $120/$180 Bats in the Moonlight All Ages Explore the nighttime world of bats at sunset. Learn why bats are active after dark, how echolocation works, and why bats matter in our ecosystem. Enjoy hands-on activities and guid ed evening exploration as a family. Location: Dodge Park SAT 8/15, 8-9:30 p.m. $8/$11 Backyard Beekeeping Bootcamp Ages 18+ Adult Insect Pinning and Identification Ages 18+

Kindermusik Family Jam Ages 6 months-7 years

Similar to our Kindermusik offering, this class allows for sibling interac tion. Make music and memories at our Family Jam class. Instructor: Hailey Zoccoli W 6/10-8/5*, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $164/$213 *No Class: 7/22

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