SAVE THE DATES: January 21st, 2010

APRIL 7^th Sterling House 7^th Annual Celebrity Breakfast; Wednesday April 7^th, 7:30 -9:00 “AM at the Trumbull Marriot; guest speakers will be Bobby Valentine of ESPN and Randy Edsall, Head Football Coach at UCONN. Randy Edsall will be this year’s recipient of the Sterling Spirit Award; Noah Finz, Sports Director of News Channel 8 will be the Master of Cermonies; Corporate/Business tables of 10 for $250.00 with a suggested tip/donation of $50.00 per person. Tables must be reserved in advance.

JUNE 12^th Sterling House 4^th Annual “Dance Party in Paradise” Gala; Saturday June 12^th at the Trumbull Marriot , 6:30 -11:30 PM; this year’s theme, “Dance Party in Paradise” will feature a special performance by Tony Dovolani, as seen on “Dancing with the Stars”. The tropical theme will offer a signature rum drink, open bar with premium beer and wine, hors d’oeuvres, food stations and steel drum band. Casual island attire welcome!! Donation: $100.00 per person; For ticket information contact Patty Calabrese at 203-378-2606 ext.107 or pcalabrese@sterlinghousecc.org

Register for Youth Sports January 21st, 2010

REGISTER NOW ON-LINE FOR YOUTH LACROSSE and YOUTH SPRING TRAVEL SOCCER

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING CHARACTER AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT January 7th, 2010

For youth going into 9^th thru 12th grades emphasizing leadership skills, child development and safety, program skills development and an opportunity to put learning into practice at Sterling Park Summer Day Camp. All interested youth must go through an application and interview process. Parent & Youth Orientation scheduled for Wednesday, Feb.10th , 7:00 PM; snow date the next open business day. For more information contact Bob Wargo at 203-378-2606 x 113 or rwargo@sterlinghousecc.org.

Matching Gifts: Support Sterling House by making a donation today January 5th, 2010

Do you know if your contribution could be matched?

Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions made by their employees. Find out if your company has a matching gift policy. Check out the attached list to see if your company is on it…if not check with your Human Resources Department …thank you for your support!!

2010 SPRING YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE REGISTRATION January 5th, 2010

Sterling House has begun registration for its 2010 Spring Soccer League and will continue until April 3rd. The league will run from April 24th to June 19th with games played on Saturday mornings/early afternoons and two Sunday afternoons if needed. Open to boys and girls ages 4-15, no experience is necessary. Teams are formed according to age with separate division for boys and girls. Fee: $75 plus a current Sterling House membership; On-Line Registration fee is $78.00 with no reduction for multiple children when registering on-line. For more information contact Bill O’Brien at 203-378-2606, Ext. 106 or bobrien@sterlinghousecc.org. TO REGISTER ON-LINE, CLICK HERE.

A Heartfelt Thank you to our Community! December 26th, 2009

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, Council, staff, members and families of Sterling House, I would like to express a very heartfelt Thank You to the hundreds of individuals, families, corporations, Stratford Public Schools, local community agencies, churches and businesses for support of our Holiday Food and Toy Drives. Over 1,300 children and families were impacted by such wonderful acts of kindness which came in the form of food, holiday gifts and toys, clothing, gift cards and monetary donations. Without this support we would not be unable to meet the basic needs in our community especially at such fragile and uncertain times. A very Happy Holiday and New Year to all of our supporters!!! - Lou Perno, Executive Director.

Support the 2009-10 Friends of Sterling House Campaign November 21st, 2009

Through its “Friends” campaign Sterling House Community Center needs to raise $50,000 to support programs and services which impact the less fortunate and those individuals that are most vulnerable. WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT MORE THEN EVER!! The economic crisis has not only hit Wall Street but also “Main Street”…Please contribute to the 2009-10 Friends of Sterling House Campaign by sending in your tax-deductable contribution today!! See the “Friends” letter for more information. THANK YOU!!!

Sterling House Now On Facebook November 21st, 2009

Become a fan today.  Send fan invites to all of your friends.  Help us to share information, highlights, program, and volunteer opportunities. View our Page here.

Welcome to the New Sterling House March 24th, 2009

We hope that you enjoy the new Sterling House website. Please provide feedback through our contact page. Sterling House is a multi-service community center dedicated to serving all ages from the toddler to the senior adult, and provides affordable social, educational and recreational activities which assist them in their positive and healthy development.