Author: City of Linden

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2025 Spring Soccer League. 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: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
• Where: Wheeler Park Turf Field, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. The League will be held on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
• When: The League begins on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
• How: Registration deadline is April 4, 2025. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. 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. No refunds once the League 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Documentary Film The Two Suns of Georgia – The Untold Story. Join us in viewing this 60-minute documentary film based on two of the most illuminating minds of the 20th century. The film explores the divergent ideologies of Separation and Integration while exposing the historic, secret meeting between the Honorable Elijah Muhammad and the Reverend Martin Luther King in 1966. Their extraordinary lives changes the course of history.

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

• What: Documentary Film the Two Suns of Georgia – The Untold Story. Two Suns of Georgia – the Untold Story is presented as an official selection in the world film festival in Cannes and Prague 2025. The film was produced for foremost productions, and independent multi-award winning New Jersey film company. Foremost productions is dedicated to a standard of excellence in creating artistic and innovative cinema.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Friday, February 28 from 5:30pm until 6:30pm.
• How: Free program To sign-up, contact the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street), or call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2025 Little Kickers Spring 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: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
• Where: Instructional Clinic will be held at Wheeler Park, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. Clinic located on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
• When: The Little Kickers Clinic begins on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9am. Clinic will run for eight (8) Saturdays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31.
• How: Registration deadline is April 4, 2025. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. 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. 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Martial Arts, an eight (8) week youth program.

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

• Who: Ages 5 through 15.
• What: Martial Arts, an effective form of self defense. This program is designed to be a positive way to burn calories and socialize with quality friends in a safe setting. Your child will learn important life skills including confidence, self-discipline, loyalty, respect, perseverance, honor, and self-control.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Eight week program. Every Thursday, beginning March 13 through May 1, from 5pm until 6pm.
• How: Program cost is $50. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro tennis instructor Tony Labonte are pleased to present Spring Tennis Lessons. Youth and Adult sessions will be offered.

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

• Who: Ages 5 and up. Youth and adult classes designated by age range.
• What: Spring tennis lessons with games, contests and prizes! Classes will run for six (6) weeks. The classes are designated by age range. Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups. Loaner racquets provided.
• When & Where:
  • Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups.
  • Tuesday classes will meet at Memorial Park (2600 South Wood Avenue) on May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 and 10.
  • Saturday classes will meet at Wilson Park (1113 Summit Terrace) on May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and June 7.
• How: Youth Session is $85. Adult Session is $95. Additional $10 fee for non-residents. Loaner racquets provided. To view full program description and register online, click here. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600. The following original documents are required for first-time registrants:
  • Parent ID (i.e. Drivers License).
  • Proof of Residency (i.e. utility bill).
  • Birth Certificate of child.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a nine-week STEM program – App Makers: connect and share! Hosted by Little Ivy Academy.

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

• Who: For third through fifth graders.
• What: STEM Program hosted by Little Ivy Academy – App Makers: connect and share! The STEM Program is created for elementary school graders of all skill levels! Through this program, your child will get hands-on opportunities to develop their programming skills as they design and code their functional smartphone apps to share with family and friends!
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Fridays, March 14 through May 9, from 4pm until 5pm.
• How: Registration fee is $50. To register, please contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8639. For more information, email here or 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro Tennis Instructor Tony Labonte invite Linden residents to this year’s Tennis Clinic.

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

• Who: All Linden residents youth (5 through 15) and adult.
• What: Tennis Clinic; We invite all Linden residents of all experience levels to take part in this free clinic!
• When: Saturday, April 19 and April 26.
  • Youth (ages 5 through 15) from 11am until 12pm.
  • Adults from 12pm until 1pm.
• Where: Wilson Park Tennis Courts, located at 1100-1198 Summit Terrace.
• How: Free program. Must be Linden resident. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600. The following original documents are required for first-time registrants:
  • Parent ID (i.e. Drivers License).
  • Proof of Residency (i.e. utility bill).
  • Birth Certificate of child.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Linden Recreation Dance Program, directed by Coach Fonda. Unleash your moves!

• Who: Ages 4 through 18.
• What: Dance classes, directed by Coach Fonda. Unleash your moves! Classes include Hip-Hop, Jazz and Ballet.
• Where: Linden High School, which is located at 121 West St. Georges Avenue.
• When: March 10, 2025 through June 14, 2025.
  • Mondays
    • Ballet – Ages 4 through 7 from 5pm until 5:45pm.
    • Jazz – Ages 8 through 11 from 5:45pm until 6:30pm.
    • Ballet – Ages 12 through 14 from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
    • Hip-Hop – Ages 15 through 18 from 7:15pm through 8pm.
  • Wednesdays
    • Hip-Hop – Ages 4 through 7 from 5pm until 5:45pm.
    • Ballet – through 11 from 5:45pm until 6:30pm.
    • Hip-Hop – Ages 12 through 14 from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
    • Hip-Hop – Ages 15 through 18 from 7:15pm until 8pm.
• How: Register January 10 through March 10, 2025. Click here to register. Cost is a $50 one-time payment fee, plus a $6 insurance fee.