Mayors Wellness Campaign

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a self-defense class hosted by the Linden Police Department. The self-defense community event taught by certified instructors will provide our residents the opportunity to learn essential standing and ground skills to stay safe and confident.

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• Who: Ages 18 and up.
• What: The Linden Police Department will be hosting a self-defense community event. This class is open to all adults, including seniors, who want to learn practical skills to feel safer and confident. Participants should be able to engage in light physical activity, such as standing or basic movements, to fully benefit from the class. Seniors with more advanced mobility challenges are warmly invited to join as spectators.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 5pm until 7:30pm.
• How: To register online click here*, or call the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600. Free for Members. Non-Member fee is $6.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

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

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• Who: Ages 50 and up.
• What: Senior Pilates. Stay strong, flexible, and active with Senior Pilates! Our classes for adults 50+ help imporve balance, posture, and mobility. This is done through gentle exercises that are suitable for all fitness levels.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Tuesdays, September 8, 2026 through October 27, 2026 from 3pm until 4pm.
• How: $20 plus $6 insurance fee. To view full program description and register online, click here*. 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. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8639.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to the grand opening and ribbon-cutting at Milkosky Park, a new inclusive playground in the 8th Ward.

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• What: Grand-opening and ribbon-cutting at Milkosky Park, a new inclusive playground in the 8th Ward. Special invited guests. Join us at the new inclusive playground with newly refurbished basketball courts.
• When: August 6, 2026 at 12pm.
• Where: George L. Milkosky Park, which is located at 2100 Bedle Place.
• How: For more information, call the Linden Department of Recreation at 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and Uptown Linden Inc.*, invite you to attend Live on Wood Avenue.

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• What: Live on Wood Avenue at City Hall. Outdoor live band.
• When: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 from 6pm until 8:30pm.
• Where: Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
• How: Free event. For more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and Uptown Linden Inc., invite you to attend After Work Wednesdays at City Hall.

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• What: After Work Wednesdays at City Hall. Outdoor live music by Beat Master productions.
• When: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 6pm until 8:30pm.
• Where: Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
• How: Free event. For more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600.

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

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• 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. The bus will be leaving promptly at 8:30am.
• When: Tuesdays, May 19, 2026 through July 7, 2026 from 9am until 10am.
• How: Fee $10 (+ $6 insurance fee). To register please call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and the Union County Board of County Commissioners are pleased to offer Senior Arts and Wellness Day Festival. Join us for a nationally celebrated day for our seniors. Linden presents an Arts & Entertainment Senior Health and Wellness Day.

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• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Senior Arts and wellness Day Festival. Free event with live entertainment, arts & crafts, exercise games, walking activities, and refreshments. Join us for a nationally celebrated day for our seniors. Linden presents an Arts & Entertainment Senior Health and Wellness Day.
• Where: Peach Orchard Park, which is located at 1400 Dill Avenue.
• When: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 from 10:30am until 2:30pm.
  • Rain Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 10:30am until 2:30pm.
• How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. Residents can register at the front desk of JTG or LMPC or the main office of your resident building. Registration deadline is May 20, 2026. 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).

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Zumba Gold.

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• Who: For Linden Senior Residents. Participants should consult with a physician prior to participation.
• What: Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class. This program recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity, easy-to-follow pace. The main focus is on balance, range of motion, and coordination.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Fridays, April 10, 2026 through June 26, 2026 from 9:30am until 10:30am.
  • No Class: June 19, 2026.
• How: Free program. Participants should consult with a physician prior to participation. To view full program description and register online, click here. 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. If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Department at 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Teen Pilates.

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• Who: Ages 13 through 17.
• What: Teen Pilates. Pilates is designed to improve postural alignment and helps correct muscular imbalances. This program provides stability, mobility and flexibility!
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Tuesdays, April 28, 2026 through May 19, 2026 from 3:45pm until 4:30pm.
• How: $25 plus $6 insurance fee. To view full program description and register online, click here. 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. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8639.