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Parks & Recreation

Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway 2025

Mayor Derek Armstead in collaboration with the Mayor’s Youth Commission, Communities In Cooperation, Inc, Department of Parks & Recreation, Local Businesses, and Community Based Partners present Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway!

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

  • Who: Linden’s School age residents.
  • What: Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway. Children must be present to receive a bag. One bag per child. While supplies last! There will also be a special guest performance by Saul Paul.
  • When: Monday, August 25, 2025 from 5pm until 7pm.
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue. Check in starts at the rear in CVS parking lot.
  • How: Complete form below to register. Proof of Linden residency will be required at check in to receive a ticket for a bag. One bag per child. While supplies last!

Outdoor Dining at the Promenade – Rescheduled

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and Uptown Linden presents Outdoor Dining at the Promenade.

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

  • What: Outdoor Dining at the Promenade. Join us under the tents and enjoy dining “al fresco”. Delicious food, mixed drinks, live DJ music and karaoke. Fun for the whole family! Featuring music by DJ Faz.
  • When: Thursday, August 14, from 6pm until 9:30pm.
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: All vendor food plates one size, one price! Only $10, food from local Linden restaurants and food trucks will be available, and dine under tents in the Promenade!

Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation presents the Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival!

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  • What: Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival, featuring DJ Qua with Kyle Smith, Rich Harris and Doughboy. Also featuring Monique Bingham performing “We Had a Thing”, “Deep in the Bottom”, and “Flight”. Food trucks, game trucks, vendors! Bring your lawn chairs, and good energy!
  • When: Saturday, August 9, from 3pm until 8pm.
  • Where: St. Marks (Dorothy Ford Park) which is located at 1298 Hussa Street.
  • How: For more information, contact the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8600.

Summer Movies in the Park

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Department of Parks & Recreation are partnering with the Linden Housing Authority to present Movies in the Park.

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

  • What: Movies in the Park, Captain America – Brave New World. Entertainment fun for the whole family!
  • When: Rescheduled date, Wednesday, July 16, at 6:30pm.
  • Where: Peach Orchid Park, which is located at 1400 Dill Avenue.
  • How: Free Admission. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks and beverages. We ask that you please properly discard your trash.

Smartphone Training Workshop

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a Smartphone Training Workshop. This program is made possible in part by a 2025 HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of Commissioners.

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

  • Who: Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Smartphone Training Workshop hosted by Valerie Porter. This session will focus on how to create a social security account online to access earnings data and other important information. It will also focus on spam and fraud prevention.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: July 10, 2025 from 12pm until 1:30pm.
  • How: Free workshop. 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 908-474-8639.

2025 Summer Mini Soccer League

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2025 Summer Mini Soccer League. Register early to secure a spot on a team!

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

  • Who: Open to all children ages 9 through 12.
  • What: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
  • Where: Wheeler Park Turf Field, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. The League will be held on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
  • When: The League begins on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6pm. Program runs through August 7, 2025.
  • How: Registration deadline is July 1, 2025. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $50 for residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. 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 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No refunds once the League begins. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627. 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.