Partner Programs
Independent groups that call Sterling House home.
Our Mission: Arts Alliance of Stratford is a nonprofit organization working to build community and enhance the quality of life in the Stratford, Connecticut region. We collaborate with the public, artists, creatives, and art lovers offering opportunities to learn, teach, create, network, and enjoy the arts.
Our Vision: We believe in a world where our community thrives when the arts are consistently supported by businesses, government and the society at large; where the arts unify us and build common bonds by encouraging diversity and sharing artistic expression; and where people are empowered by the arts to flourish and find their voices.
Guiding Values: The work we do is guided by our commitment to these principles:
Be creative. Build community. Encourage diversity. Support expression. Create opportunities. Drive learning. Bring joy through experiences. Operate with integrity.
The Alliance is based at Sterling House and has access to space for arts activities. The Sterling House community will be able to take part in the Alliance’s programs, meetings, shows, and workshops. The Alliance has renovated the Center’s first floor exhibition room, to house an art gallery.
Our Karate and Ninja Kids Karate program is designed to introduce both young children and beginner adults to the fundamentals of Karate, as well as provide continuing development for advanced students. For over 40 years, our program has been helping students grow physically, emotionally, intellectually, and philosophically. Karate has great benefits for students of all ages and physical abilities.
Saturday Mornings:
Ninjas, Beginners class | 9:00 - 10:00 am
Advanced class | 10:00 -11:45 am
Thursday Nights:
All levels | 7:00 -9:00 pm
Hearts of Hope Stratford began in October 2016 with a focus on community schools and philanthropy and has expanded to work with groups nationwide including military families and groups worldwide. This inspiring chapter has grown to include members of surrounding counties as well.
"Paint with a Purpose" events are offered every month except December, July and August.
Sterling Writers Group
“What is a Writers’ Group?
A writers’ group is an informal gathering of writers who meet regularly to share their work, advice, and peer criticism. But more importantly, to provide support and encouragement for one another.
Our Mission is to provide a friendly, supportive, and safe environment to create, share, and have fun with writing.”
Piano Lessons
Aspiring to play like Beethoven? Sign up for Private piano lessons. Call 203-378-2606 for more information.
Rooted Life Ministries
We are a family of believers committed to sharing the message of Jesus Christ and guiding others towards faith in Him. As an Online & Local Church Family, we strive to Love God, Others & Ourselves as Christ loves us. It does not matter where you are in life, you can experience the transforming love of God.
IN-PERSON Worship Service (English & Spanish) is held Sundays at 10 AM at Sterling House Community Center.
Whether your family has had a child die (at any age, from any cause) or you are trying to help those who have gone through this life altering experience, The Compassionate Friends exists to provide friendship, understanding, and hope to those going through the natural grieving process.
The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.
…and more!
Hispanic Heritage Group
Girl Scouts
ESL Reading Tutors
Stamp Collectors Group
Catholic Daughters of America
Books Worth Discussing Book Club