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Parks & Recreation

Beginners Woodshop Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a beginners Woodshop Program.

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

  • Who: Children must be between the ages of 8 through 12 to participate.
  • What: Beginners Woodshop Program. The instructor will guide participants step-by-step to create a Bird House.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Mondays, October 2, 16, 23, and 30, from 6pm until 7:30pm.
  • How: Fee for the program is $25. Click here to register. If you have any questions or are a first time registrant, please 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, an eight (8) week youth program.

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

  • Who: Ages 6 and up.
  • What: 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: Eight (8) week program on the first and third Thursday of the month, from 3:30pm until 5pm.
    • September 7 and 21.
    • October 5 and 19.
    • November 2 and 16.
    • December 7 and 21.
  • How: Free program. For more information, call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8600.

2023 Fall Little Kickers Clinic

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2023 Fall Little Kickers Clinic.

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

  • Who: Open to all children ages 4 and 5.
  • What: Little Kickers Clinic. All participants must have their own shin guards.
  • Where: Soccer field at Wheeler Park, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue.
  • When: The Clinic will run for eight (8) weeks beginning on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Arrive at the park at 9am.
  • How: Registration deadline is September 1, 2023. Registration fee is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents. The registration fee includes a one-time annual $6 insurance fee (if this fee has not already been paid with another program). All participants must have their own shin guards. Register online here. For more information and/or to register, call 908-474-8600, Monday through Friday between 8:30am until 4:30pm. 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.

2023 Fall Soccer League

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2023 Fall Soccer League. Instruction and coaching by licensed certified coaches from NASA F.C. affiliated with N.Y. Red Bulls.

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

  • Who: Open to all children ages 6 through 12.
  • What: Fall Soccer League. All players must have their own shin guards to play. Instruction and coaching by licensed certified coaches from NASA F.C. affiliated with N.Y. Red Bulls.
  • Where: All League games are played at the Wheeler Park Turf Field, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue.
  • When: The League begins on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Games will be played on Saturdays according to team schedule.
  • How: Registration deadline is September 1, 2023. Registration fee is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents. The registration fee includes a one-time annual $6 insurance fee per child, if this has not been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. Register online 24/7 here and log into your existing Community Pass account, or you may call 908-474-8600 Monday through Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. First time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up.

Community Impact Festival

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Communities In Cooperation Inc. present the Community Impact Festival!

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

  • Who: Fun for all ages!
  • What: Community Impact Festival with music acts including featured artist Nisa F. (the “Janet Jackson of Rap”), a car show, free food, career fair workshops, mind-body wellness activities, community resources, games and prizes, face painting and convenient DMV services (from 10am until 2pm).
  • Where: Woodrow Wilson Memorial Pond Park (1100-1198 Summit Terrace).
  • When: Saturday, September 9, from 11am until 4pm.
    • Rain Date: September 10, 2023.
    • Please note: DMV services will proceed as scheduled on September 9, from 10am until 2pm, rain or shine.
  • How: Free event. Bring your own chairs. No drugs or alcohol permitted! Click here to register. For further information call 908-445-4745 or 908-290-2107, or email here.

Backpack Bonanza – Linden Library Card Extravaganza

Mayor Derek Armstead and the Mayor’s Youth Commission, in conjuction with the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation, the Linden Free Public Library and the Linden Public Schools present Backpack Bonanza! Linden Library Card Extravaganza!

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  • Who: For Linden residents only (proof required or current library card accepted).
  • What: Backpack Bonanza! Linden Library Card Extravaganza! Get your free Linden Library Card and receive a backpack and supplies. Enjoy face painting, magicians, balloon art, stilt walkers and more!
  • When: August 28, 2023 from 5pm until 8pm.
  • Where: School #1, which is located at 729 North Wood Avenue. Enter parking lot on Gibbons Street.
  • How: For Linden residents only (proof required or current library card accepted). Child must be present, while supplies last.

Self Defense Clinic

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Optimum Human Performance are pleased to offer a six-week Women’s Self Defense Clinic with Shihan Rasheed.

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  • Who: Linden residents only.
  • What: Six-week Women’s Self Defense Clinic with Shihan Rasheed. The Self Defense Clinic will empower participants with self-confidence and a positive attitude. Participants will learn how to protect themselves and how to avoid panic attacks, all while learning how to become stronger, increase fitness, flexibility and focus.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Six-week program. Every Monday, from September 11 through October 23, 2023. The Clinic will meet from 6pm until 7:30pm.
  • How: Program cost is $25. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8600, or 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.

Tennis Clinic

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro tennis instructor Tony Labonte invite Linden residents of all age levels to take part in the free Tennis Clinic.

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  • Who: Linden residents of all age levels.
  • What: Tennis Clinic.
  • When & Where: 12:30pm until 2:30pm
  • How: Free program. Attendees must be Linden residents. Please contact Tony Labonte with any questions at 908-229-9438.

Old School Reunion & Car Show Extravaganza

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, Councilman Alfred Mohammed and the Old School Reunion Committee present the Old School Reunion & Car Show Extravaganza!

  • Who: All welcome.
  • What: Old School Reunion and Car Show Extravaganza, a community event! Enjoy live bands and entertainment, food, music, vendors, raffles, prizes, and more! Celebrity artists and groups including R&B sensations BTS Brothers that Sing, and special guest DJ, CBlaze. Old School Basketball Foul Contest for ages 30-40, 40-50 and 50+.
  • Where: Fourth Ward Park, which is located at 701 McCandless Street.
  • When: August 5, from 11:30am until 7:30pm.
    • Rain Date: August 6, 2023.
  • How: Free event.
    • Vendor price per space is $40. For vendor related information, contact Leonard Hopkins at 877-657-2275.
    • For Car Show information, contact Mark Mannuzza at 908-494-7644.

5th Annual 8th Ward Reunion

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Union County in conjunction with Kyle “Small” Smith and Family present the 5th Annual 8th Ward Reunion at Dorothy Ford Park. Come and enjoy this free community event featuring live entertainment, games, food and fun.

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  • Who: All ages welcome. Welcoming all fraternities and sororities.
  • What: Reunion, a community event! Enjoy entertainment by Gotta Go Gaming Game Truck, games for the youth, face painting, caricatures by Akbar, food vendors, guest community speakers, and music by artists Marley Marl, Donna Edwards and Lil Ray, Kris Flowers and Tru Sol.
  • Where: Dorothy Ford Park (Formerly St. Marks Park), which is located at 1298 Hussa Street.
  • When: August 19, from 12pm until 9pm.
  • How: Free event.
    • Vendors, call 908-474-8493.