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Parent University – Helping Cope With Anxiety In Your Child(ren)

Linden Public Schools’ Student Services Department is partnering with Rutgers University to host a virtual “Parent University” on helping your child(ren) cope with anxiety.

  • Who: All parents are welcome.
  • What: In this workshop, parents/guardians will gain a better understanding of adolescent anxiety and depression and learn how to help your child cope with anxiety at school and at home.
  • When: Tuesday, March 1st @ 5:30pm.
  • Where: Virtual, via WebEx.
  • How: Click here to register.

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

COVID-19 Sunday Vaccinations

Mayor Derek Armstead has partnered with St. Georges Family & Specialty Pharmacies to provide COVID-19 vaccinations. Walkups permitted, but you must first fill out the registration form online by clicking here.

Key Dates and Deadlines for the Upcoming General Election

For the first time in New Jersey’s history Early Voting begins this Saturday, October 23rd and runs through Sunday, October 31st; and Election Day is on November 2nd.

  • October 23 through October 31: In-Person Early Voting Period.
  • October 26: Deadline to apply for a Vote-by-Mail Ballot by Mail for General Election.
  • November 1 at 3pm: Deadline to apply for a Vote-by-Mail ballot in person at your County Clerk’s office.
  • November 2: Election Day – Polls are open from 6am – 8pm.

September 11th Remembrance Ceremony

Mayor Derek Armstead, Council President Michele Yamakaitis and The City of Linden invite you to attend the 2021 September 11th Remembrance Ceremony with the Linden Police & Fire Departments.

  • Where: Wanda Green Park (Mack Place, off of Grier Avenue in Linden)
  • When: September 11, 2021, 10am

For more information, please contact Council President Michele Yamakaitis at 908-494-0880, or call Sandy Jackson from the Linden Fire Department at 908-474-4550.

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

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2024 Linden Latin Festival Event Vendor Application – Food

Event Date: Sunday, 09/15/24 – RAIN OR SHINE. Registration deadline in full by: 09/09/2024
Checks payable to: Uptown Linden, Inc. Mail or deliver in-person: Uptown Linden, Inc. 403 N. Wood Ave
For more information call: Mikki at (908) 718-5831 or email to: mikki@uptownlinden.com Health Dept: 908-474-8409 Police/Fire Dept: 908-474-8500
Event will be held outdoors on N. Wood Ave, between E. Elm Street and Elizabeth Avenue. Arrival and check-in 9:00am – 11:00am – Line-up on Knopf Street Food, beverages, and restrooms will be available. For more info call Mikki at (908) 718-5831 or email to: mikki@uptownlinden.com PLEASE OBTAIN THE PROPER PERMITS; FIRE DEPT., BOARD OF HEALTH & INSURANCE ON HAND Civic (non-profit) organizations (no charge – limit one space) If food or snacks, a Health Certificate is needed. Storefronts located on Wood Avenue (no charge for sidewalks or street space) – MUST BE REGISTERED Vendors located elsewhere in the CITY OF LINDEN ($75.00 per space) All other vendors and for-profit organizations ($175.00 per space) Spaces are 18 x 10 feet. No tables, electric or water available. Vendors must bring whatever they need: tenting, tables, quiet generators, etc. to fit and be secured within space contracted. Vehicles must be moved to designated area after unloading.
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For more information call: Mikki at (908) 718-5831 or email to: mikki@uptownlinden.com Health Dept: 908-474-8409 Police/Fire Dept: 908-474-8500

NJ COVID-19 Information Hub

Primary Resource Center

General Questions – Call 211

General information on how to stay safe, test sites, financial assistance, unemployment. donations, food, and other non-medical needs.

Medical Questions – Call 1-800-962-1253

Medical Information from healthcare professionals on symptoms, when to seek medical attention, and proper steps to take if exposed to COVID-19.

Vaccine Appointment Support – Call 1-855-568-0545 (8am – 8pm)

Help with setting up a vaccination appointment.

Additional Information

  • You can text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive alerts.
  • Download the COVID Alert NJ App on Google Play or the App Store.

Union County Program Cancellations Due to Weather

The County of Union has cancelled and adjusted the following programs and services due to the impending winter storm.

  • The COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Center at Kean University will be closed on Thursday, December 17th. All appointments for that day will be held on Friday, December 18th, and the drive-thru test center will be open that day from 8am until 5:30pm. 
  • The Union County COVID-19 Mobile Testing Event scheduled for December 17th in Berkeley Heights from 2pm until 5pm is cancelled and will be rescheduled to a later date.
  • All Union County Paratransit service will not run on Thursday, December 17th. Paratransit service, including the Route 22 shuttle, will run until 6pm. on Wednesday, December 16th and resume Friday, December 18th.
  • The Meals on Wheels program will not deliver meals on Thursday, December 17th. Meal delivery will be doubled on Wednesday, December 16th.

Individuals who are in need of shelter during or just prior to the storm can call the Division of Social Services 908-965-2700 and transportation will be arranged as needed.

The Freeholders urge you to take caution throughout the storm and check on loved ones. For any problems on County roads, please call the County Police at 908-654-9800.

For updates on Union County services and events during the winter storm, please click here.

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