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Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan – Public Meetings

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and the Union County Board of County Commissioners invites you, our community, to come out and share your ideas on how the City can improve and conserve its 27 parks and 258 acres of open space for residents to enjoy for years to come.

  • Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan.
  • What: Parks Open Space Conservation Master Plan. The City of Linden invites you, our community, to come out and share your ideas on how the City can improve and conserve its 27 parks and 258 acres of open space for residents to enjoy for years to come. Ward residents of the scheduled meetings are encouraged to attend. During the months of October and November, we will host public meetings to discuss your ward parks and open spaces. Additional ward meetings will be scheduled at later dates.
  • When: All meetings will be from 6pm until 7:30pm
  • How: For more information, call the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600.

2024 Winter Seasonal Employment Opportunities

After school program counselors are needed for Winter 2024! Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have completed high school.

  • Click here to view and/or download the 2024 Winter Seasonal Employment Opportunities flyer with more information.
  • Click here to download an application.
  • Applications will be accepted until all posts are filled.
  • With questions, please call (908) 474-8600.

Linden Health and Wellness Fair

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Health Department are pleased to announce the Linden Health and Wellness Fair.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in English.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Spanish.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Polish.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event in Haitian Creole.

Click here to view and/or download the Health Fair Exhibitor Registration form.

  • Who: Free entry, everyone is welcome!
  • What: Health and Wellness Fair. Free health services will be offered including blood pressure tests, blood sugar tests, DermaView sun damage analyzer, vision tests, hearing tests, dental health screenings, flu vaccinations and more! Free male and female cancer screenings for uninsured/underinsured. Tables with local health and wellness information, products and services. Enjoy prizes and giveaways, including a free six-page budget-friendly recipe booklet available for each attendee.
  • When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 from 10am until 1pm.
  • Where: School #1 Gym, which is located at 720 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free entry! For more information, please call the Linden Health Department at (908) 474-8409.
    • For Exhibitors: Click here to view and/or download the Health Fair Exhibitor Registration form. Please return completed form to the Linden Health Department, which is located at 605 South Wood Avenue. Space is limited, and tables are reserved on a first-register, first-serve basis.

America’s 911 Foundation – Disaster Relief

America’s 911 Foundation is partnering with the City of Linden Fire Department collecting supplies for disaster relief in Southwestern Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.

  • What: America’s 911 Foundation is partnering with the City of Linden Fire Department collecting supplies for disaster relief in Southwestern Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee. We are looking specifically for:
    • Bottled water, by case or pallets.
    • Non perishable food and manual can openers.
    • Toiletries like toothbrushes and paste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, hair brushes, and combs.
    • Diapers, feminine products, depends, baby wipes, first aide items, baby items like bottles, formula and baby food.
    • Pet food and cleaning supplies. Traps, flashlights and batteries. No clothes at this time!
  • Where: Drop off site is located at Linden Fire House #3, 1201 East Elizabeth Avenue.
  • When: Supplies can be dropped off daily from 9am until 7pm through Saturday, October 12, 2024.
  • How: Drop-off supplies at Linden Fire House #3. Click here to donate online. 100% of donation will go directly to relief efforts as Foundation is an all volunteer 501C3 organization. Federal Tax ID is 42 1573312.

Youth Swim Lessons

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation and the Gateway Family YMCA are pleased to offer Youth Swim Lessons, due to a grant received by Phillips 66 and in partnership with the City of Linden.

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

  • Who: Youth. Linden residents.
  • What: Free youth swim lessons. Classes will be held in the Fall at either our Union or Rahway branches.
  • Where: Classes will be held in either of the following branches:
    1. The Gateway Family YMCA Rahway Branch, which is located at 1564 Irving St, Rahway, NJ 07065.
    2. The Gateway Family YMCA Five Points Branch, which is located at 201 Tucker Ave, Union, NJ 07083.
  • When: Fall, 2024.
  • How: Free program. Slots are limited and this program is on a first come, first served basis. Click here to fill out the interest form. Please note that submitting this interest form does not guarantee placement in the program. You will be contacted the week of October 14, 2024 if you are selected.

Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend the Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party.

  • Who: For children 13 and under.
  • What: Pumpkin Painting Pizza Party. Children will receive a pumpkin to paint and pizza to eat.
  • When: Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10am until 1pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center (JTG), which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Click here to register. Fee is $5 per person, limited space is available. No money will be accepted at the door.

Linden Wood Avenue Merchant & Business Storefront Halloween Decoration Contest

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Uptown Linden invite you to participate in the Wood Avenue Merchant and Business Storefront Halloween Decoration Contest. Storefronts must be decorated and registered prior to judging on October 19, 2024.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Linden Wood Avenue Merchant and Business Storefront Halloween Decoration Contest.

  • What: Linden Wood Avenue Merchant and Business Storefront Halloween Decoration Contest. The winning store will receive a first place plaque to be hung in the store, and will be invited to ride of a float at the 71st Linden Halloween Parade on October 27, 2024. The winning Business/Merchant will also be acknowledged at the November City Council Meeting.
  • When & How: Storefronts must be decorated and registered prior to judging on October 18, 2024. Judging will take place on October 19, 2024. Complete the form believe to register your business in the Halloween Decoration Contest.

Halloween Decoration Contest – Merchant & Business Storefront

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      Please upload photo of your decorated storefront to be considered for the Linden Wood Avenue Merchant & Business Halloween Decorating Contest

    Creative Aging Workshop Series

    Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Creative Aging Workshop Series. The Creative Aging Workshop Series was made possible by the Creative Aging Grant from the State of New Jersey’s Council of the Arts, and the City of the Linden. Learn to share your own stories!

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

    • Who: For Linden residents ages 50 and up.
    • What: Creative Aging Workshop series. Learn to share your own stories! Join seasoned-pros from Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with refreshments and an opportunity to win prizes.
    • Where: John T. Gregorio Center (JTG), which is located at 330 Helen Street.
    • When: Come when you can! Multi-session from 10:30am until 12pm.
      • October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30.
        • Free live entertainment on October 9 and 23.
      • Film showing will take place Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
    • How: Free program To sign-up, contact the Linden Department of Parks and Recreation at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street), or call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627.