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Annual Ceremony Honoring the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The Linden Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Committee, Inc. invites you to attend the 39th Annual Ceremony Honoring the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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

  • What: 39th Annual Ceremony honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
    Guest speaker: Senior Pastor of Liberty Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Lester W. Wormley.
  • Where: First Baptist Church, which is located at 929 Dill Avenue.
  • When: Monday, January 15 at 11am.
  • How: We are asking for your continued support by sending donations. Click here to donate, or mail checks to P.O. Box 2111, Linden, NJ, 07036, payable to: Linden Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Committee.

Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners

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 had their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 were included in this contest. No registration required. Winners announced on December 28, 2023. One winner was selected from each ward! Congratulations to the winners! 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 were not eligible.

Click here to view the winners!

Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners

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 had their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 were included in this contest. No registration required. Winners announced on December 28, 2023. One winner was selected from each ward! Congratulations to the winners! 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 were not eligible.

Public Hearing Announcement – Stewardship Application

PURPOSE: The City of Linden is seeking funding through the State of NJ Green Acres Program for improvements at Wilson Park Recreation Center located at 1100-1198 Summit Terrace near the Summit Terrace and Morningside Ave Intersection in Linden, New Jersey.

PROJECT SCOPE: The City of Linden proposes improvements at Wilson Park Recreation Center: Wilson Park Pond Dredging and Aeration. A concept plan showing the proposed changes, a preliminary cost estimate, and an environmental impact assessment for the project can be found here.

PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION: The public is encouraged to attend a public hearing to learn more about the proposal and to ask questions or provide comments on the proposed plan on January 16, 2024 at 7pm, EST. The meeting will be held In Person as part of the regularly scheduled Council meeting. Written comments on the proposed application may be directed to Keith Pressey, Management Specialist, at (908) 474-8600.

Public Hearing Announcement – Park Development Grant Application

PURPOSE: The City of Linden is seeking funding through the State of NJ Green Acres Program for improvements at AL Kalla Park located at 2800 Wickersham Avenue, near the Highland Ave and Springfield Road Intersection in Linden, New Jersey.

PROJECT SCOPE: The City of Linden proposes to create the following new facilities at Al Kalla Park: a turf soccer and softball field with lights. A concept plan showing the proposed changes, a preliminary cost estimate, and an environmental impact assessment for the project can be found here.

PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION: The public is encouraged to attend a public hearing to learn more about the proposal and to ask questions or provide comments on the proposed plan on January 16, 2024 at 7pm, EST. The meeting will be held In Person as part of the regularly scheduled Council meeting. Written comments on the proposed application may be directed to Keith Pressey, Management Specialist, at (908) 474-8600.

Public Hearing Announcement – George L. Milkosky Park Improvements

PURPOSE: The City of Linden is seeking funding through the State of NJ Green Acres Program for improvements at George L. Milkosky Park located at 2100 Bedle Pl. near the Bedle Place and McCandless Pl. Intersection in Linden, New Jersey.

PROJECT SCOPE: The City of Linden proposes to create the following new facilities at George L. Milkosky Park: a State-of-the-art, all-access, and all-inclusive playground. A concept plan showing the proposed changes, a preliminary cost estimate, and an environmental impact assessment for the project can be found here.

PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION: The public is encouraged to attend a public hearing to learn more about the proposal and to ask questions or provide comments on the proposed plan on January 16, 2024 at 7pm, EST. The meeting will be held In Person as part of the regularly scheduled Council meeting. Written comments on the proposed application may be directed to Keith Pressey, Management Specialist, at (908) 474-8600.

Men’s Basketball League

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Men’s Basketball League.

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

  • Who: Men’s League for ages 18 and older.
  • What: The Men’s Basketball League is designed to instill physical activity, community engagement and healthy competition among men of all ages and skill levels.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Start date is January 23, 2024. The League will run for eight (8) weeks on Tuesday nights, with two (2) weeks of playoffs.
  • How: $500 fee per team. To view full class description and register online, click here. 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.

Youth Arts & Crafts

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Youth Arts & Crafts.

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

  • Who: Ages 6 and up.
  • What: Have your child enjoy a free art-filled program! Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let their creativity blossom.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: January through March on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, from 3:30pm until 5pm.
    • January 11 and 25.
    • February 8 and 22.
    • March 14 and 28.
  • How: Free program. For more information, call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8600.