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Parks & Recreation

The Linden Recreation Dance Program

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.

Youth University – Postponed

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

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

  • Who: Children. Must be registered with the Recreation Department.
  • What: A youth program. The purpose of this program is to provide safe constructive environment for students during after school hours. The aim is to extend learning beyond the classroom, promote positive youth development, enhance academic achievement, and keep children engaged in meaningful and productive activities.
  • Where: Wilson Park Recreation Center (1100-1198 Summit Terrace), 8th Ward Building (2100 Bedle Pl), and 7th Ward Building (2907 Tremley Point Rd).
  • When: *This program has been postponed. New dates to be announced.

Winter Wrestling Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the Winter Wrestling Program. Our program has produced League and State champions! All skill levels are welcome.

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

  • Who: For children Kindergarten through Grade 8.
  • What: Instruction on basic wrestling techniques and skills to improve one’s body awareness and overall confidence. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. All skill levels are welcome.
  • When: Program runs from December 3, 2024 through March 27, 2025. Practice will be held on Monday through Thursday from 6:30pm until 8pm.
    • No practice on days that schools are closed.
  • Where: LHS Athletic Department Building, which is located at 700 West Curtis Street.
  • How: $60 registration fee, plus a $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. 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 7:30pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No cash. No refunds once the session 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.

New Jersey Devils vs Vegas Golden Knights Game

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to invite you to the New Jersey Devils Game.

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

  • Who: Ages 8 through 18.
  • What: New Jersey Devils game. We are excited to have our members attend an exhilarating hockey game. Let’s show our support to the New Jersey Devils! All attendees will receive a drawstring bag! Limited spots available.
  • When & Where: Thursday, February 6, 2025
  • How: Limited spots available. Registration Deadline is January 13, 2025. If you have any questions, please call 908-474-8639.

Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan Public Meetings – 4th Ward Rescheduled

The 4th Ward – Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan – public meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, December 19, 2024.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan.

  • What: Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan. The City of Linden invites you, our community, to come out and share your ideas on how the City can improve and conserve its 37 parks and 258 acres of open space for residents to enjoy for years to come. Ward residents of the scheduled meetings are encouraged to attend. During the months of November and December, we will host public meetings to discuss your ward parks and open spaces. A municipal wide Park Master Plan creates a road map inclusive of community input for city administrators to follow, when short, mid and long term park improvements plans are discussed. Come and be heard. Additional ward discussion will be scheduled at later dates. Hope to see you there, limited light refreshments will be served.
  • When: All meetings will be from 6pm until 7:30pm
    • 6 Ward Councilman Roman – Wednesday, November 6, 2024 – School 6 Cafeteria (19 East Morris Avenue).
    • 9 Ward Council Rodriguez – Tuesday, November 12, 2024 – Wilson Park Recreation Center (1108 Summit Terrace).
    • 1 Ward Council Ormon – Wednesday, November 13, 2024 – Linden High School Cafeteria ( 121 West St. Georges Avenue).
    • 5 Ward Council Rivas – Thursday, November 14, 2024 – Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street).
    • 10 Ward Council Hudak – Tuesday, December 10, 2024 – School 10 Cafeteria (2801 Highland Avenue).
    • 4 Ward Council Muhammad – Thursday, December 19, 2024 – School 5 Cafeteria (1014 Bower Street).
  • How: For more information, call the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600.

NJ-10 Listening Tour 2024

Rep. LaMonica McIver’s NJ-10 Listening Tour. Rep. Join a virtual listening session and make your voice heard!

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

  • What: Rep. LaMonica McIver’s NJ-10 Listening Tour. Rep. LaMonica McIver is hosting virtual listening sessions across the district to hear about what matters most to you, and to talk about what you want out of a new year and a new congress.
  • When: Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 5pm.
  • How: Click here to register for event.

Holiday House Decorating Contest

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 event.

All homes in Linden that have their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 will be judged. No registration required. Winners to be announced on December 28, 2024. 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 will not be eligible. Email here to have your home judged.

Party with a Purpose Toy Drive

Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden present Party with a Purpose Toy Drive hosted by Hot 97’s DJ Drewski.

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

  • What: Party with a Purpose Toy Drive hosted by Hot 97’s DJ Drewski. Toys will be distributed at the Mayor’s Breakfast with Santa and the balance goes to the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Drive. Cash bar.
  • When: Wednesday, December 18, from 6pm until 9pm.
  • Where: Applebee’s Grill and Bar, which is located at 671 West Edgar Road.
    • If you cannot make the Toy Drive, toys can be dropped at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen street) anytime between 8am until 4pm Monday through Friday.
  • How: Party entry fee: each person must bring toy or gift card valued at $10. Cash bar. For more details, please call the Linden Department of Parks & Recreation 908-474-8600.

Tutoring Classes

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

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

  • Who: Youth program for all grade levels.
  • What: Six month tutoring classes. This program is designed to help students who need extra help beyond the classroom. Our one-on-one design will allow personalized help for the students. The intervention that we will apply will be in the form of tutoring and mentoring.
  • When: Beginning Monday, January 6, 2025. The program will be held weekly on Mondays for six months from 4pm until 5:30pm.
  • Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • How: For more information, call (908) 474-8639.

Complete Fitness Program

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

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

  • Who: Open to all adults 18+ years of age.
  • What: Eight week fitness program. Complete Fitness will develop and reinforce healthy lifestyles and behaviors. The Complete Fitness classes will allow participants to engage in a variety of physical fitness activities that will help to establish lifelong fitness goals.
  • When: Beginning Thursday, January 9, 2025. The program will be held weekly on Thursdays for eight weeks from 6pm until 7pm.
  • Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • How: Program fee is $50, plus a $6 annual insurance fee. First time registrants must set up and account and pay an annual $6 registration fee. 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 9am until 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa, Mastercard, and online payment accepted. For more information, call (908) 474-8639.