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Author: City of Linden

City of Linden 2024 Tree Lighting

Mayor Derek Armstead and the Cultural & Heritage Committee invite you to attend the 2024 City of Linden Annual Holiday Tree Lighting. Enjoy live entertainment, holiday music, refreshments and meet Santa!

  • What: City of Linden Annual Holiday Tree Lighting. Enjoy live entertainment, holiday music, refreshments and meet Santa! Tree lighting with performances of the Linden High School Brass Ensemble, Madrigals, Touring Troupe and Dance Company will begin at 6pm in front of City Hall. After the tree lighting, Santa will arrive and will proceed to the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade for photo ops and goodie bags for children. Hot chocolate and pretzels will be served. Tickets will be given to children to have a chance to win a bicycle. The Grinch and other characters will also be available for photo ops.
  • When: Friday, December 6, 2024
    • Horse and Carriage rides from 5pm through 8pm.
    • Train rides for kids from 5pm through 7pm.
    • Tree lighting with performances of the Linden High School Brass Ensemble, Madrigals, Touring Troupe and Dance Company will begin at 6pm.
  • Where: In front of Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
    • After the tree lighting, Santa will arrive and will proceed to the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade (400 North Wood Avenue) for photo ops and goodie bags for children.

Linden Health and Wellness Fair

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Health Department are pleased to announce the Linden Health and Wellness Fair.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in English.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Spanish.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Polish.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Haitian Creole.

Click here to view and/or download the Health Fair Exhibitor Registration form.

  • Who: Free entry, everyone is welcome!
  • What: Health and Wellness Fair. Free health services will be offered including blood pressure tests, blood sugar tests, DermaView sun damage analyzer, vision tests, hearing tests, dental health screenings, flu vaccinations and more! Free male and female cancer screenings for uninsured/underinsured. Tables with local health and wellness information, products and services. Enjoy prizes and giveaways, including a free six-page budget-friendly recipe booklet available for each attendee.
  • When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10am until 1pm.
  • Where: School #1 Gym, which is located at 720 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free entry! For more information, please call the Linden Health Department at (908) 474-8409.
    • For Exhibitors: Click here to view and/or download the Health Fair Exhibitor Registration form. Please return completed form to the Linden Health Department, which is located at 605 South Wood Avenue. Space is limited, and tables are reserved on a first-register, first-serve basis.

Senior Citizen Beginners Strength Training Class

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Beginners Strength Training Class. Join us for a total body workout! Learn how to utilize weights to build strong bones.

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

  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Senior Citizen Beginners Strength Training Class. Join us for a total body workout! Learn how to utilize weights to build strong bones. Class Benefits: strengthen and build muscles, strengthen core, enhance posture, prevent injuries, increase energy and endurance, boost metabolism, burn fat and calories, strengthen bones, enhance your mental health and improve sleep health.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John St.
  • When: Wednesdays, beginning September 25, from 1:30pm until 2:30pm.
  • How: To register please call 908-474-8639.

Senior Citizen Bowling

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Bowling!

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  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Senior Citizen Bowling!
  • Where: Jersey Lanes which is located at 30 Park Avenue. Pick up and drop off will take place at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Wednesdays, October 2 through December 11, from 1pm until 3pm.
  • How: Fee for program is $5. Must be a Recreation Senior Citizen Member to register. The fee includes 2 hours of bowling time, transportation and shoes. Pick up and drop off will take place at the JTG center.

Senior Citizen Water Aerobics

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Water Aerobics.

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

  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Seniors will enjoy the benefit of low-impact water aerobics led by a certified instructor. Swimwear is required, and swim caps are recommended.
  • Where: Rahway YMCA, which is located at 1564 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065. Transportation will be provided, drop off and pick up will be from the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Tuesdays, October 1 through December 17, from 9am until 10am.
  • How: Fee $10 (+ $6 insurance fee). To register please call 908-474-8600.

Notice RE One Full Time Housing Inspector Position Available In The City of Linden Board of Health Department

Once completed all applications must be returned via email or mailed to City of Linden City Clerks’ Office, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Applications that are mailed must be postmarked by the application deadline or they will be returned to the applicant. Please be advised that all employment applications must be completed at the time of submission. Please include copies of resumes, proof of qualifications or any additional documents you wish to submit with your application.

Submission Deadline is Friday, September 6, 2024 at 4:30pm.

  • One (1) Full Time Housing Inspector position, in the Board of Health Department.

Click here to see all job opportunities available in the City of Linden.

Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts (JTG)

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts. Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!

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

  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Tuesdays, from 10am until 12pm, and Monday December 23, from 10am until 12pm.
    • September 10 and 24.
    • October 8 and 22.
    • November 12 and 26.
    • December 10 (Tuesday) and 23 (Monday).
  • How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call 908-474-8600. In person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts (LMPC)

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts. Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!

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

  • Who: For Linden senior residents.
  • What: Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Tuesdays from 10am until 12pm except for November 6, 2024 which will take place on Wednesday.
    • September 3 and 17.
    • October 1 and 15.
    • November 6 (Wednesday) and 19.
    • December 3 and 17.
  • How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call 908-474-8639. In person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Senior Citizen Line Dancing

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Line Dancing.

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

  • Who: For Linden senior residents.
  • What: Senior line dancing classes. Line dancing for seniors is a fun, healthy and rewarding activity and exercise. Dancing styles incorporated into the class include salsa, ballroom and country western.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Every Thursday starting on September 12, 2024 from 10:30am until 11:30am.
  • How: Free program for all Linden senior residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call (908) 474-8600. In person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.