Parks & Recreation

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Blossoming Bowlers 4, in cooperation with the Linden Police Department. Let’s “strike up some fun,” and celebrate family bowling at Jersey Lanes! Registration required.

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• Who: Free bowling outing for all Union County special needs families.
• What: Blossoming Bowlers 4, Let’s “strike up some fun,” and celebrate family bowling at Jersey Lanes! This program is funded by the NJ Department of Community Affairs ROID Grant (Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities). Each participant can bring family members for music, food, and fun. Students that are sensitive to noise, please bring headsets as there will be a DJ present.
• Where: Jersey Lanes, which is located at 30 Park Avenue.
• When: Thursday, April 24 from 2pm until 4pm.
• How: Registration required. Click here to register. Each participant can bring family members for music, food, and fun. Students that are sensitive to noise, please bring headsets as there will be a DJ present. For more information, email here or call (908) 474-8600.

Due to the popularity of this class, we are offering two dates per month to register your child for the class. Please choose one or the other. There are 15 slots per class and the classes fill quickly. Don’t be left out, register today!

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• Who: For kids ages 5 through 12.
• What: Kids canvas paint classes. All supplies included. The painting classes are guided with the instructor showing every step. Small color copies of the painting will be handed out to the children for reference. Background music will be available to create a more creative and tranquil atmosphere for the young artists.
• When: Due to the popularity of this class, we are offering two dates per month to register your child for the class. Please choose one or the other. Each class is from 6pm until 7:30pm.
  • April 8 or April 22.
  • May 6 or May 20.
  • June 10 or June 24.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: $15 fee per class. Registration is limited to one call per month. To view full class 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. 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.

Knitting and crocheting classes available to all Linden senior citizens. A basic knowledge of knitting or crocheting is required. The club will teach you the rest! The majority of items that are created are distributed to local hospitals and nursing homes.

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• Who: Linden senior citizens.
• What: Knitting and crocheting classes. A basic knowledge of knitting or crocheting is required. The club will teach you the rest! Majority of items that are created are distributed to local hospitals and nursing homes.
• When: Tuesdays, from 10am to 12pm starting January 2, 2025 through June 24, 2025.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street. Location of class is Activity Room #1.
• How: Free program. To register, call 908-474-8600. Registration is required upon joining, please speak to Nancy Falkowski.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Fit 4 Life. Sign up today!

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• Who: Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Fit 4 Life; a program to promote a healthy lifestyle within our senior citizen community. This program includes a focus on warm-ups, balance, strength training and stretching exercises.
• When: Mondays, from 9am to 10am starting March 24, 2025 through June 30, 2025.
  • No class: May 26, 2025.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: Free program. To register or if you have questions, please call 908-474-8600.

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 live at a lower-intensity, easy-to-follow pace. The main focus is on balance, range of motion, and coordination.
• When: Fridays, April 4, 2025 through June 20, 2025 from 9:30am until 10:30am.
  • No Class: April 18 and May 9, 2025.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: $45 plus $6 insurance fee. 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 Senior Citizen Line Dancing.

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• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Senior line dancing classes. Line dancing for seniors is a fun and healthy exercise. Dancing styles incorporated into the class include salsa, ballroom, and country western.
• When: Thursdays, April 3, 2025 through June 26, 2025 from 10:30am until 11:30am.
  • No class: April 24, 2025.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. 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 call the Recreation Department at call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Project Healthy Bones.

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• Who: For older adults.
• What: Project Healthy Bones is an osteoporosis prevention, exercise, and education program for older adults. Balance and strength to stand tall.
• When: Mondays, March 17, 2025 through October 27, 2025 from 10:30am until 12pm.
  • No Class: May 26, September 1 and October 13, 2025.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call 908-474-8600. In person registration is available 9am – 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or 9am – 7pm at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Congratulations to two Linden public school students (brother and sister) Elise and Mario Cumberbatch, from McManus were the highlight of the City of Linden’s Department of Parks and Recreation Black History Vision Board Display. This recognition was held at the John T. Gregorio Center on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Each participant had the opportunity to express themselves artistically through art. Their vision boards were a way to represent their goals, future and intentions using a collage of images, photos, newspaper clippings, etc. Elise and Mario did a fantastic job! They both spoke briefly about their art projects, took pictures, and were awarded gifts. Elise and Mario each received a $25 Amazon gift card, a Black History goody bag, and a Black History T-shirt. 

In the featured pictures, the people included are as follows: Elise Cumberbatch, Supervisor of Recreation, Megan Martin-Ortiz and Mario Cumberbatch. 

Click here to view the 2025 Black History Vision Board Display Gallery.