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Holiday House Decorating Contest

December 7, 2023 in Culture & Heritage Committee

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee present the Holiday House Decorating Contest! Let’s light up Linden with holiday spirit!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this contest.

All homes in Linden that have their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 will be judged. No registration required. Winners to be announced on December 28, 2023. Winning homes will be on the City of Linden website, and pictures will be shared on Linden’s Facebook and Nextdoor pages. Gift cards will be delivered to the winning homes. Homes that have won in the past two years will not be eligible. Email here to have your home judged.

2024 Indoor Soccer

December 5, 2023 in Parks & Recreation

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2024 Indoor Soccer Program. Register early to secure a spot on a team!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

Who: Open to all children ages 6 through 12.
What: Indoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
Where: All League games are played at the Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
When: The League begins on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 10:15am.
How: Registration deadline is December 29, 2023. After deadline, all registrants must register at the main office and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $56 for residents, and $66 for non-residents. The registration fee includes a one-time annual $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own shin guards. Register online here, or register in person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9am until 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No refunds once the League begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. Please note: all new “First
- Child’s original birth certificate.
- Household bill showing proof of residency.
- Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.

2024 Little Kickers Indoor Clinic

December 5, 2023 in Parks & Recreation

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2024 Little Kickers Indoor Clinic. Register early to secure a spot!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.

Who: Open to all children ages 4 and 5.
What: Indoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
Where: All Clinic practices are played at the Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
When: The League begins on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 9am. Clinic will run for eight (8) Saturdays: January 13, 20 and 27, February 3, 10, 17 and 24 and March 2.
How: Registration deadline is December 30, 2022. After deadline, all registrants must register at the main office and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $56 for residents, and $66 for non-residents. The registration fee includes a one-time annual $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own shin guards. Register online here, or register in person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9:30am until 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No refunds once the Clinic begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. Please note: all new “First Time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration and we will make copies:
- Child’s original birth certificate.
- Household bill showing proof of residency.
- Diver’s License or photo ID of parent/guardian signing up their child.

Grab & Go

December 5, 2023 in Assistance

First Baptist Church Outreach Ministry presents Grab & Go.

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What: Grab and go meal distribution. First-come, first-serve. One dinner per person.
Where: First Baptist Church, which is located at 929 Dill Avenue.
When: Saturday, December 9 from 12pm until 2pm.
How: Meals will be provided as grab and go. First-come, first-serve. One dinner per person.

Winter Coat Drive

December 5, 2023 in Assistance

First Baptist Church in partnership with Sigma Phi Rho Fraternity Inc. present a Winter Coat Drive on December 9, 2023.

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What: Coat distribution – giveaway.
- Accepting donations on new and gently used coats from November 26 through December 7.
Where: First Baptist Church, which is located at 929 Dill Avenue.
When: Saturday, December 9 from 11am until 2pm.
How to Help: Accepting donations on new and gently used coats from November 26 through December 7.
- Donations accepted on Sundays from 9am until 12:30pm, and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm until 8pm.