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Polish American Sports Association – Polonia 5K Run

Join us for the 10th Polonia 5K Run, “Zapraszamy do Linden.” The 10th Polonia 5K Run is proudly sponsored by the Polish American Sports Association, the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union, United Poles Federal Credit Union, Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce, AK Progress Corporation, and BDG Hotels. Race VIP special guest Speedskating Olympic Champion Zbigniew Brodka. Awards ceremony to follow with T-shirts, food, beverages and music for all runners. Awards will be given to 1st overall finishers in all age, male, female, teacher, fireman and policeman categories.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.
Click here to view and/or download the Polonia 5K Run Route Map.

  • Who: The Polonia 5K is open to both Runners and Walkers. Linden and Non-Linden residents are welcome!
  • What: Polonia 5K Run, with race VIP special guest Speedskating Olympic Champion Zbigniew Brodka. Awards ceremony to follow with T-shirts, food, beverages and music for all runners. Awards will be given to 1st overall finishers in all age, male, female, teacher, fireman and policeman categories.
  • When: Sunday June 9, 2024. Packet pickup is from 7:30am until 9:30am, Dash Around the Block (kids 8 years and younger) starts at 9:15am, the Main Race starts at 10am, and the Award Ceremony will begin at 12pm.
  • Where: Start/Finish beside Elementary School No. 1 on East Curtis Street.
    • Click here to view and/or download the Polonia 5K Run Route Map.
  • How: To register, click here. Same day registration will cost an extra $10 per registrant.

Haitian Heritage Month Celebration & Flag Raising Ceremony

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation, and the Linden Public Schools cordially invite you to attend the Haitian Heritage Month Celebration and Flag Raising Ceremony. Come experience a taste of Haiti, Sa Se Lakay! This event will feature singers, dancers, comedians, culture, food vendors, raffles and more! The City of Linden will be hosting celebrations throughout the month.

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

  • What: Haitian Heritage Month Celebration and Flag Raising Ceremony, hosted by Black Krytik Show. Gospel Artist Jean Claude Jean will sing the Haitian National Anthem. Come and enjoy culture, food vendors, music by DJ Fabulous Faby, special guest speakers from our Haitian community and the Linden Board of Education, awards and special acknowledgements, performances by Linden Public School students, Epic Youth of East Orange, and more!
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • When: Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 4pm until 7pm.

3rd Ward Community Meeting

3rd Ward Councilwoman Caldwell invites you to participate in the upcoming Community Meeting, where we’ll come together to discuss important matters concerning the 3rd Ward. Your input and ideas are invaluable to us as we work towards building a stronger, more vibrant community.

  • What: 3rd Ward Community Meeting. Mark your calendars and make your voice heard. Together, we can make a difference in the 3rd Ward!
  • When: May 28, 2024 at 6pm.
  • Where: Columbia Bank Room (third floor) at the Linden Public Library, which is located at 31 East Henry Street.
  • How: For more information, contact Councilwoman Caldwell by email here, or call 908-531-0676.

Ramadan Iftar Celebration

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and Imam Alfred Mohammed (Councilman of the 4th Ward), in collaboration with the Linden Muslim Community present a Ramadan Iftar celebration.

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

  • Who: All welcome.
  • What: Ramadan Iftar celebration; a Ramadan interfaith Iftar feast. Come enjoy a lovely Iftar with all your loves ones, and please bring your prayer rugs.
  • When: April 4, 2024 at 6:30pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Recreation Center, located at 330 Helen Street, Linden NJ 07036.

Union County Utility Assistance Day

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) is hosting a Union County Utility Assistance Day.

  • What: Union County Utility Assistance Day. NJBPU invites Union County residents to attend this free event to learn more about utility assistance programs and resources available to help with the cost of their electric, water, and gas utility bills. For more information about New Jersey’s utility assistance programs please visit NJBPU’s utility assistance website. Residents in danger of shut off can apply for assistance and call their utility company to request a payment plan. NJBPU’s Customer Assistance hotline can be reached at 800-624-0241.
  • Where: Mickey Walker Center, which is located at 860 Anna Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201.
  • When: Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 9am until 3:30pm.

Food & Clothing Drive

Greater Mount Moriah Baptist Church is hosting a Food and Clothing Drive on the fourth Saturday of every month.

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

  • What: Winter Food & Clothing Drive.
  • When: Fourth Saturday of every month from 10am until 12pm. Come join this Saturday, March 23, 2024.
    • The Food and Clothing drive will be held on the third Saturday of the month in November.
  • Where: Greater Mount Moriah Baptist Church, which is located at 24 East 14th Street.

Hometown Heroes – 2024

Mission

Honor and recognize City of Linden servicemen and women and their families who have served or given their lives to our country in the United States Armed Forces.

Application Requirements

In order to be considered for a banner, the nominee must meet the following requirements:

  • Lived in the City of Linden at some point in their lifetime.
  • Served in one of the following branches: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, National Guard, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine.
  • Meet one of the following criteria: honorably discharged Veteran, died in the line of duty

Banner Design, Time Frame & Location

Banners are approximately 29”x 55”, vinyl material and feature a photo of the Veteran, with their name, rank, branch of service, and dates of active service. Banners will be displayed on poles along Wood Avenue for a designated period of time. Banner locations will be selected randomly and specific display locations cannot be requested. A branch of service circular logo will adorn the banner over the veteran’s image. The banners will contain the logos of Linden Special Improvement District, the Linden Board of Education, the City of Linden, The Linden Society for Historic Preservation, and the Linden Public Library.

Banner Photograph (Required)

Please secure a photograph of the veteran you would like to use on the banner, and submit the photograph with the application. The better quality photograph, the better the reproduction on the banner. We will accept a digital photograph, preferably a service portrait.

Contact & Questions

For questions or more information on the Banner Program, please call the Linden SID – Uptown Linden office at (908) 718-5831 or by email here.

Hometown Heroes Application

Nominators may either download a fillable PDF application by clicking here, or they can fill out the digital application below.

Nominee Information

Full Name(Required)
Your full name must match name and rank as it appears on DD-214 form) No nicknames will be on the banner or plaque.
Accepted file types: jpg, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Please secure the photograph you would like to use on the banner, and submit the photograph with the application. Only .jpg images are able to be uploaded.
Accepted file types: jpg, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Please upload a copy of the Veteran’s Military Verification Form (Military ID, etc.}. Only .jpg images are able to be uploaded.

Nominator Information

Contact Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Address
Photo Release(Required)

NJ FamilyCare Enrollment Event

The Linden Public Schools are hosting a NJ FamilyCare Enrollment Event. Does your child have health insurance? Enroll now!

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.

  • What: NJ FamilyCare Enrollment Event.
  • Where: School #9, which is located at 1401 Deerfield Terrace.
  • When: March 12, from 5pm until 8pm.
  • How: For more information on NJ FamilyCare, call 800-701-071
    • Photo ID.
    • Social Secuirty Card.
    • Permanent Resident Card or U.S. Citizenship Certificate.
    • Birth Certificate.
    • Proof of income.
    • If your child is undocumented, you will not need a Social Security Card or any immigration status document.
    • Click here for more information related to required documentation.

2024 Ward-Wide Garage Sales

The City of Linden is hosting 2024 Ward-Wide Garage Sales, with no permit required, for the following Wards and dates:

  • 6th Ward on March 23 and March 24, 2024.
  • 9th Ward on April 13 and April 14, 2024.
  • 10th Ward on April 20 and April 21, 2024.
  • 5th and 8th Wards on April 27 and April 28. 2024.
  • 4th and 7th Wards on May 18 and May 19, 2024.
  • 1st Ward on June 1 and June 2, 2024.
  • 2nd Ward on June 8 and June 9, 2024.
  • 3rd Ward on June 8 and June 9, 2024.
  • 4th Ward on August 17 and August 18, 2024.
  • 2nd Ward on September 7 and September 8, 2024.
  • 6th Ward on September 14 and September 15, 2024.
  • 7th Ward on September 28 and September 29, 2024.
  • 10th Ward on October 5 and October 6, 2024.
  • 3rd Ward on October 12 and October 13, 2024.
  • 4th Ward on October 12 and October 13, 2024.
  • 1st, 5th and 8th Wards on October 19 and October 20, 2024.