sterlingmade Summer 2026

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Gravestone Cleaning Join the Sterling Heights Historical Commission for a Gravestone Cleaning class at Sterling Grove Cemetery. Limited to 20 partici pants. Must have transportation to Sterling Grove Cemetery . Learn techniques while cleaning historic markers. Weather-sensitive; check Animanga Meetup Adults are invited to meet up and talk about anime and manga with fellow fans! T 6/23, 7/28, 8/18, 6 p.m. Board Gaming Meet-Up Ages 14+ Drop in to play a variety of board games with other enthusiasts! SAT 6/27, 7/18, 8/22, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cozy Cup and Color Club Ages 13+ Hang out and do some coloring while listening to quiet music! Coloring books and markers/pencils provided. Coffee and tea served. M 6/29, 8/24, 6 p.m. email for cancellations. SAT 6/20, 10 a.m-Noon

Self-Care Social Club Ages 17+ Slow down and take time for yourself in this program designed to cultivate new hobbies and self-care practices in your life. Our August 5th session will feature a meditation and sound journey session with Balance & Vibe. W 6/10, 8/5, 6 p.m. Senior Scams with Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido A safety-focused workshop discuss ing ways in which seniors and their families can prevent being scammed. The presentation includes informa tion on guardianship, choosing a nursing home, your rights, and wills. TH 6/11, 10:30 a.m. Puzzle Competition Ages 14+ Each team will get the same puzzle, but who can put it together the fastest? Put your puzzle skills to the test in this competition. Please register only one person to DIY BBQ Sauce and Dry Rub Get ready for grilling by making your own barbecue sauce and dry spice rub. Workshop will include a discus sion of techniques and recipe ideas. T 6/16, 6 p.m. Red Foods, Memory & Meaning: A Cultural Foodways Talk for Juneteenth Ages 12+ Chef Josmine of Indigo Culinary Company explores red foods’ cultural and historical role in Black food ways across the African diaspora, highlighting Juneteenth, tradition, seasonality, spirituality, and food as living memory. This talk invites partic ipants to understand food as a living archive that holds memory, meaning, and connection across generations. W 6/17, 6 p.m. represent their team. SAT 6/13, 8/15, 1 p.m.

Intro to Computers Ages 17+ This class is designed for computer beginners. Participants will learn how to navigate a laptop computer and complete basic computer tasks. Laptops are provided. W 6/3, 2 p.m. Geek Time Ages 17+ Register for a 30-minute session to have your technology ques tions answered. Bring your device, if applicable. Registrants are limited to one appointment per month. F 6/5, 7/17, 8/14, 1-4 p.m. Beyond the Basics Ages 17+ This class is for computer users who are comfortable with com puter basics. Participants will learn more about creating short cuts, searching files and navigat ing the internet. W 6/17, 2 p.m.

Cremation Considerations Cremation providers vary in services and experiences.

Researching reputable options is key. We explore this popular choice with Sullivan Funeral Home. M 6/8, 6 p.m.

Crafter’s Corner Ages 17+ Ages 17 and up can join us for

popular adult crafts! Each session will feature a new and different craft that will be appropriate for both beginners and advanced DIYers. T 6/9, 7/14, 8/11, 6 p.m.

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