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Toys for Tots

The Linden Fire Department in conjunction with the Linden FMBA Local# 34 and 234 are holding a Toy Drive with the US Marines Toys for Tots Program. Accepting donations now through December 17, 2025.

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

  • What: Toys for Tots. The Linden Fire Department in conjunction with the Linden FMBA Local# 34 and 234 are holding a Toy Drive with the US Marines Toys for Tots Program.
  • Contact: FMBA Representative John Fisher at (908) 548-2071 or Chief Hasko’s Secretary Kimmie Sasarak at (908) 474-4550.
  • When: Accepting donations now through December 17, 2025.
  • Where & How: All contributions should be unwrapped and can be dropped off at any of our four Firehouses listed below:
    • Fire House #1 – 302 South Wood Avenue (corner of West Mussell or West Stimpson Avenue)
    • Fire House #2 – 302 West St. Georges Avenue (corner of Dewitt Terrace)
    • Fire House #3 – 1205 East Elizabeth Avenue (corner of Chandler Avenue)
    • Fire House #4 – 2400 South Wood Avenue (next to P.A.L. Fields)

Road Closure on November 20, 2025

Due to work occurring at 17 North Wood Avenue, a road closure will be in effect on the corner of Wood Avenue and Elizabeth Avenue on Thursday, November 20 from 9am until 5pm. Please plan accordingly. All schedules are weather permitting.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the road closure.

Virtual Community Meeting

We want to hear from you!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the virtual community meeting.

  • What: Join us for a Virtual Community Meeting to discuss high-crash locations in Union County and the City of Elizabeth, and provide feedback on recommended design solutions, policies, and operational strategies to enhance safety. Your feedback will help us refine the final draft recommendations to make Union County and Elizabeth streets safer for all!
  • When: City of Elizabeth Meeting: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 from 6:30pm until 8pm.
    • Union County Meeting: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 from 6:30pm until 8pm.
  • How: Presentation to learn about Safe Streets for All recommendations will begin promptly at 6:30pm. After the presentation, participants will have a chance to provide feedback in small group breakout rooms.
    • Click here to register for City of Elizabeth Meeting.
    • Click here to register for Union County Meeting.

November 10, 2025 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting CANCELLATION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of Linden, Zoning Board of Adjustment’s scheduled meeting on Monday, November 10, 2025 has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. All business scheduled for this meeting will be conducted at the next scheduled meeting without further notice. The next Zoning Board meeting will be held on December 8, 2025. With any questions, contact Board Secretary Daniel Sobolewski at zoningboard@linden-nj.gov.

Union County SNAP Benefits Update for November 2025 – Update as of November 7th

Post for November 7th

Update – New Jersey issued full November 2025 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to eligible households on the morning of Friday, November 7, 2025 following a federal court ruling.

SNAP recipients are encouraged to check their Families First EBT cards at NJFamiliesFirst.com or by calling (800) 997-3333 to confirm their balances and use their benefits as needed.

SNAP benefits loaded on your Families First EBT card prior to October 31 remain available for use as well.

New Jersey continues to monitor developments and will continue to provide updates at NJSNAP.gov as needed. Additional assistance for SNAP households during the ongoing federal shutdown is available at NJ.gov/SNAPshutdown.

Previous information below was posted on November 2nd.

Update – Please remember that while new funds will not be made available on November 1, 2025, SNAP recipients will be able to access any funds in their account that have carried over from October 2025 or previous months. SNAP recipients are encouraged to check their balances online here.

Governor Murphy has called on the federal government to release federal SNAP funds, and New Jersey joined a multi-state lawsuit against the USDA and Secretary Brooke Rollins for unlawfully suspending SNAP funding despite the availability of contingency funding during the ongoing federal government shutdown.

A number of pantries offer fresh produce in addition to stable, non-perishable foods, shopping appointments, and information about additional services. Residents can locate food pantries and community kitchens via NJ 211 here.

“Nobody deserves to go hungry, and it is unacceptable for our federal government to put essential nutrition programs in such a precarious position. SNAP and WIC are lifelines to our most vulnerable neighbors – babies and children, seniors and hard-working families – and we cannot let them down,” said Acting New Jersey Health Commissioner Jeff Brown. “New Jersey did not create this crisis, but we will do everything we can to help ensure New Jerseyans don’t miss meals.”

Previous information below was posted on October 31st.

Due to the federal government shutdown, November SNAP benefits will not be available on November 1 if the shutdown continues.

Click here to view and/or download the NJ SNAP benefits infographic.

Click here to view and/or download the NJ SNAP benefits infographic in Spanish.

  • Before shopping in November, please check your EBT card balance.
  • To check your EBT card balance, click here to visit the website or call 1-800-997-3333.

If your balance shows SNAP benefits, you can use them. If your balance does not show SNAP benefits, benefits have not been added yet.

You may still receive letters or see messages online saying you are eligible for November benefits. However, eligibility notices do not mean benefits were added to your card.

November Benefits will only be available once federal funding resumes.

You should continue submitting any documents or recertifications so your benefits can restart as soon as funding is restored.

Contact the Human Services Action Line at 908-677-5405.

The Linden Family Holiday Skate Party

Mayor Derek Armstead and the Department of Parks & Recreation in conjunction with DWill’s Skate Academy invites you to the Linden Family Holiday Skate Party. Join us in celebrating the community’s first roller skating event!

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

  • Who: Parents and children.
  • What: The Linden Family Holiday Skating Party.
  • When: Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 5pm until 8pm.
  • Where: Branch Brook Park, Roller Skating Center, Clifton Avenue & 7th Avenue, Newark, NJ (Transportation will be provided).
  • How: Registration required. Click here to register. The registration deadline is December 5, 2025, and there are just a few sports available. $35 per person. Ticket price includes skate rentals, 2 slices of pizza, unlimited soft drinks, glow sticks, and transportation (outside food is allowed). For further information, please contact Linden Multi-Purpose Center at 908-474-8639.

9th Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Mayor’s Youth Commission and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite Linden families to the 9th Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa. Seating limited to 180 families. Register now to secure your spot!

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

  • Who: Linden residents only.
  • What: Holiday breakfast with Santa! Kids eat free under age 16. Everyone 17 and over must pay a $5 entry donation, cash or check only made out to the Mayors Youth Commission. Toys will be gifted to children 10 years old and under. Take pictures with Santa. Seats limited to 180 people.
  • When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 8am until 11:30am.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Registration required. Proof of Linden residency is required at event, bring your ID. Registration ends December 7, 2025. Kids eat free under age 16. Everyone 17 and over must pay a $5 entry donation, cash or check only made out to the Mayors Youth Commission. For more information, please call 908-474-8600.

Sorry! Maximum capacity for this event has been reached.

Girls Open Gym

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Girls Open Gym, Linden Tiger Cub youth organization.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Girls Open Gym.

  • Who: All girls, grades 6 through 8, who plan to tryout for their school team.
  • What: Girls Open Gym. Get ready for the 2026 basketball season! Come out and play some pickup basketball to sharpen your skills before tryouts!
  • When/Where: Monday, November 10, 2025 from 6:30pm until 8:30pm at McManus Middle School, which is located at 300 Edgewood Road (enter through gym door 16 of Edgewood Road and Dewitt Terrace).
    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025 from 6:30pm until 8:30pm at Soehl Middle School, which is located at 300 East Henry Street (enter through doors by orange rock).

Building Closures

The following buildings will be closed to all activities from Monday November 3, 2025 until the morning of Wednesday November 5, 2025…

  • P.A.L. Building
  • 7th Ward Building
  • 8th Ward Building

Linden Opioid Eradication Initiative

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation presents the Linden Opioid Eradication Intiative.

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