Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the Sterling Heights Public Library, has launched the City’s first-ever Little Free Sled Library, offering residents a fun, free way to enjoy winter weather at Delia Park.
Located near the pavilion and parking lot in the park’s north lot, the Little Free Sled Library allows visitors to borrow a sled, enjoy the snow, and return it for others to use. The sled library will be available through February, or until snow has melted for the season.
The Sterling Heights Public Library purchased 30 sleds to launch the program, while the Parks and Recreation Park Maintenance team designed and built the custom sled container.
“The Parks and Recreation Department and the Sterling Heights Public Library are continually looking for ways to improve quality of life in Sterling Heights,” said Kyle Langlois, Parks and Recreation director. “Working together on this project to provide recreational opportunities for residents without the need to invest in or store equipment is a way we can bring no-cost fun to the city and encourage people to get outside and recreate no matter the time of year. A special thank you to the Library for funding the purchase of the sleds and to the Park Maintenance team for building the sled holder.”
In addition to Delia Park, several other Sterling Heights parks are popular sledding destinations, including Chappelle Park, Hampton Park, Magnolia Park, Meadowview Park, Carpathia Park and Beaver Creek Park.
Library Director Tammy Turgeon said the sled library builds on the Library’s mission of making recreation, learning and exploration accessible year-round.
“We love the idea of meeting residents where they are, whether that’s outside enjoying the snow or inside curled up with a good book,” said Turgeon. “In addition to this new Little Free Sled Library, Sterling Heights also has Little Free Libraries stocked with books at Dodge Park, Washington Square, Moravian, Farmstead and Avis parks. If it’s too cold to sled, or sledding isn’t your thing, we hope residents will take advantage of these spaces to discover a great read.”
Residents interested in donating sleds to support the Little Free Sled Library are encouraged to contact the Sterling Heights Public Library in advance to coordinate donations.
For more information about Parks and Recreation, the Sterling Heights Public Library and other City services, visit sterlingheights.gov.