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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.

Important Reminder from Linden DPW

The Department of Public Works will be closed on Monday, September 4th, in observance of Labor Day. There will be NO trash collection or grass collection this week!

This closure will affect the following schedule changes for the rest of the week:

  • Brown cart – paper & cardboard materials will be collected on Tuesday, September 5th in Districts 1, 2, 3, 9 and 10.
  • Brown cart – paper & cardboard materials will be collected on Wednesday, September 6th in Districts 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.    
  • All Business garbage collection will also be on Wednesday, September 6th.
  • Garbage collection for Districts 1, 2, 3, 9 and 10 will be on Thursday, September 7th.
  • Garbage collection for Districts 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 will be on Friday, September 8th.
  • There will be NO trash collection or grass collection this week.

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.

Your Motor Vehicle Commission is Coming to You!

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and Communities In Cooperation Inc. present the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) on wheels! Don’t miss this opportunity to streamline your DMV needs and make the most out of the Communities in Cooperation Community Impact Festival!

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

  • Who: Anyone that wants to streamline their DMV needs.
  • What: MVC on wheels! Providing a range of convenient DMV services: Driver’s License Renewal, Registration Renewal (please note, no title work available at the mobile unit), Initial Exam Permit (no testing conducted at the mobile unit), Disability Placard, Boat Stickers, add Veteran designation to license, Non-Driver ID, and name change.
  • When: September 9, from 10am until 2pm (rain or shine).
  • Where: Wilson Pond Park, which is located at 1100-1198 Summit Terrace.
  • How: Click here to register and secure your appointment.

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!

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

  • 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.

Access Link Customer Forum

Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden invite you to attend the Access Link Customer Forum. Come meet the people behind the service and let us access your feedback.

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

  • What: Access Link Customer Forum. Come meet the people behind the service and let us access your feedback.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street), or click here to join the meeting virtually.
  • When: Two sessions on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.
    • 10am until 12pm
    • 5pm until 7pm

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.

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

  • 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.

Backpack Giveaway 2024 Signup Form

Backpack Giveaway 2024

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