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Parks & Recreation

Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts (LMPC)

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts. Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!

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

  • Who: For Linden senior residents.
  • What: Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Tuesdays from 10am until 12pm except for November 6, 2024 which will take place on Wednesday.
    • September 3 and 17.
    • October 1 and 15.
    • November 6 (Wednesday) and 19.
    • December 3 and 17.
  • How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. 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). Online registration is available 24/7.

Senior Citizen Line Dancing

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

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

  • Who: For Linden senior residents.
  • What: Senior line dancing classes. Line dancing for seniors is a fun, healthy and rewarding activity and exercise. Dancing styles incorporated into the class include salsa, ballroom and country western.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Every Thursday starting on September 12, 2024 from 10:30am until 11:30am.
  • How: Free program for all Linden senior residents. 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 at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

2024 Tennis Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro Tennis Instructor Tony Labonte invite Linden residents to this year’s Tennis Camp.

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

  • Who: Ages from 6 through 15.
  • What: Tennis Camp; drills, games and an optional tournament. Contests with prizes awarded. Refreshments and loaner racquets provided.
  • Where: Wilson Park Tennis Courts, located at 1100-1198 Summit Terrace.
  • When: Monday through Thursday, August 19 through August 22 from 9:15am until 12:15pm.
    • Rain date: Friday, August 23, 2024.
  • How: $200 per person. Non-residents pay an additional $20. 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. The following original documents are required for first-time registrants:
    • Parent ID (i.e. Drivers License).
    • Proof of Residency (i.e. utility bill).
    • Birth Certificate of child.
  • Please contact Tony Labonte with any questions at 908-229-9438.

2024 John T. Gregorio Basketball Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2024 John T. Gregorio Basketball Camp.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer and permission slip for the 2024 John T. Gregorio Basketball Camp.

  • Who: For 3rd through 8th grade, Linden residents only.
  • What: Basketball Camp. Campers with learn basketball fundamentals, ball handling skills, footwork techniques, rebounding, shooting skills, dribbling skills, and offensive and defensive strategies.
  • Where: Linden High School Gymnasium, which is located at 121 West St. Georges Avenue.
  • When: August 5 through August 8, from 9am until 2pm (bring lunch).
  • How: Free program, registration required. Registration deadline is August 4, 2024. To view full program description and register online, click here. Please return the permission slip with your child on the first day of camp. Bring lunch for camp dates August 5 through August 8. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street), or at 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 and provider the following:
    • Birth certificate for child
    • Household bill showing proof of residency
    • Driver’s license or photo I.D. for parent/guardian signing up their child.
  • For more information, call the 908-474-8600 or email here.

Kids Canvas Paint!

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Kids Canvas Paint. Due to the popularity of this class, we are offering two dates per month in October and November 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!

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

  • 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.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Due to the popularity of this class, we are offering two dates per month (please choose one or the other), with the exception of September and December where there will be one class each month. Each class is from 6pm until 7:30pm.
    • September 24.
    • October 8 or 22.
    • November 12 or 26.
    • December 10.
  • How: $15 fee per class. Registration is limited to one class 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.

Youth Arts & Crafts

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

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

  • Who: Ages 6 and up.
  • What: Youth Arts and Crafts. Have your child enjoy a free art-filled program! Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let their creativity blossom.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: April through June on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, from 3:30pm until 5pm.
    • September 5 and 19.
    • October 3 and 17.
    • November 7 and 21.
    • December 5 and 19
  • How: Free program. For more information, call the Recreation department at 908-474-8639.

Adult Pilates

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

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  • Who: 21 and older.
  • What: Adult Pilates. Provides stability, mobility, and flexibility through concentrated movements. Improves postural alignment and helps correct muscular imbalances.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Wednesdays, September 4 through November 20, from 6:30pm until 7:30pm.
  • How: $45 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.

Project Healthy Bones

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: An osteoporosis prevention, exercise, and education program for older adults. Balance and strength to stand tall.
  • When: Mondays, November 4, 2024 through March 31, 2025 from 10:30am until 12pm.
  • 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 at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

Senior Zumba Gold

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 that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity, with easy-to-follow Zumba choreography. 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, September 13 through November 22, 2024 from 9:30am until 10:30am.
    • No class on October 25, 2024.
  • 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. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600.

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 2024 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. Attendees will learn how to become more independent with their smartphones.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: 1pm until 2pm
    • September 13 for Android.
    • September 20 for iPhone.
  • 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 908-474-8600.