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Hooked on Fishing

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2024 Fishing Season for all Linden children ages 5 through 18! Registration deadline is Thursday, April 18, 2024. All children ages 5 through 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license.

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

  • Who: Linden children ages 5 through 18.
  • What: Hooked on Fishing. This program will teach children basic fishing skills, including how to string and bait a pole, how to cast a line and about local fishing regulations. We encourage you to bring your chair and snacks. Let’s enjoy the fishing season!
  • When: Thursdays, from 5:30pm until 7pm.
    • April 11 and 25
    • May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
    • June 6 and 13.
    • **Fishing Derby is on Saturday, June 1, from 10am until 2pm, in honor of Butchie Scoles (awards to follow)**
  • Where: Wilson Park, which is located at 1113 Summit Terrace.
  • How: Registration deadline is Thursday, April 18, 2024. $10 program fee, plus $6 insurance fee for first-time registrants. All children ages 5 through 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license. To view full program description and register online, click here. In-person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8639. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. Please note: all new “first time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration:
    • Parent ID (i.e. driver’s license).
    • Proof of Linden residency (i.e. utility bill).
    • Birth certificate of child.

Sewing Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer youth and adult sewing programs.

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

  • What: Youth and adult sewing classes. Classes are grouped by age range.
    • Creative Hand Sewing (ages 8 through 12): learning basic hand-sewing stitches.
    • Machine Sewing (ages 13 through 17): foundational skills of measuring, cutting fabric, pinning, and sewing by machine and by hand. Sewing machines provided for use!
    • Adult Sewing (ages 18 and up): students will choose their own sewing pattern! All details regarding fabric and patterns will be discussed during the first class. Sewing machines provided for use!
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Six week program. Every Tuesday beginning on May 2, 2023 through June 13, 2023.
    • Ages 8 through 12, from 3:30pm until 4:30pm
    • Ages 13 through 17, from 5pm until 6:30pm.
    • Ages 18 and up, from 7pm until 8:30pm.
  • How: $75 for the youth sewing program. $100 for the adult sewing program. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call (908) 474-8600. 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.

Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts. Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!

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

  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Arts and crafts. Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: 10am until 12pm, every other Tuesday beginning on April 25. Program will run through June 20.
    • April 25, May 9, May 23, June 6, and June 20.
  • How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call (908) 474-8600. 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.

2023 Linden Summer Day Camp Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2023 Linden Summer Day Camp Program!

Participants must be a Linden resident, and entering kindergarten through sixth grade as of September 2023. Registration deadline is June 1, 2023.

Click here to view and/or download all the information for the 2023 Linden Summer Day Camp Program.

2023 Linden Special Needs Day Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2023 Linden Special Needs Day Camp!

Mayor’s Youth Commission 2024 2nd Annual Color Run

Mayor Derek Armstead, The City of Linden and the Mayor’s Youth Commission Scholarship Committee invite you to participate in Linden’s Color Run!

Our color walk/run features a designated 2-mile course in which participants are doused with color at various color stations at every half mile interval, ending with one final color celebration at the finish line! Everyone receives an individual color packet, face painting and a picture with color run backdrop (bring your smartphone)! A Food vendor will be there too!!!! PARTICIPANT DROP-OFF FOR THE COLOR RUN WILL BE ON SUMMIT STREET. 

  • Click here to view and/or download the flyer for this event.
  • Click here to view and/or download the Color Run route map for this event.
  • Who – For the whole family!
  • What – Walk or run with us! Also, enjoy face painting, food trucks and incredible music!
  • When
    • Date – Saturday, May 18, 2024. Rain date is May 19th.
    • Time – In-person registration is from from 8:30am – 9:45am. Race starts at 10:30am sharp!
  • Where – Wilson Pond – 1100 Summit Street.
  • Why – All proceeds will be used toward scholarships granted to Linden students!
  • How – Fill out the form below to sign up!
    • The $32 online registration fee is paid through PayPal after you submit this form!
    • A $35 in-person registration fee can be paid if you choose register in person.

Color Run

  • Each registration is $32 and includes a t-shirt!
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    The registration fee is paid online through PayPal after you submit this form. Please make sure to pay the total amount in green.
  • Please select which t-shirt sizes you need. If you require the same size for more than one person, please indicate so in the comments.
  • If you need multiple t-shirt sizes, please indicate so here.

2023 Spring Wrestling Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2023 Winter Wrestling Program. Our program has produced League and State champions! No experience needed. No one is too big or too small to wrestle!

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

  • Who: For children ages 8 through 18.
  • What: Instruction on basic wrestling techniques and skills to improve one’s body awareness and overall confidence. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. No experience needed! No one is too big or too small to wrestle!
  • When & Where: Program runs from April 17, 2023 through June 15, 2023. Practices held from 6:30pm until 8pm.
    • Monday and Wednesday practice will be held at School 4, which is located at 1602 Dill Avenue.
    • Tuesday and Thursday practice will be held at McManus Middle School, which is located at 300 Edgewood Road.
  • How: $25 registration fee, plus a $6 insurance fee. All participants must have their own wrestling shoes. Register online here, or register in-person at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) from 9am until 4pm, or at the Linden Multi Purpose Center (1025 John Street) from 9:30am until 7:30pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No cash. No refunds once the session begins. For more information, call (908) 474-8600. 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.

Linden Fire Department to Host Annual Junior Fire Academy 2023

Registration for the Linden Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy is now open! “The Junior Fire Academy provides an opportunity to educate the recruits about the Linden Fire Department, the services we provide and enlighten them on the possibility of a future career in firefighting,” said Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Brady.

  • Who: Available to Linden students graduating 7th and 8th grades.
  • What: Linden Fire Department Junior Fire Academy. Learn about the Linden Fire Department and explore a future career in Firefighting! Receive basic training in physical fitness, department operations, fire science, HazMat, first-aid and CPR. Demonstrations include Engine and Ladder Truck Operations, Rope Rescue, Car Extrication, HazMat and more!
  • When: June 26 through June 30, 2023 from 8am until 3pm.
  • How: Click here to view and/or download the flyer and application for the Linden Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy. Applications are also available at Fire Headquarters, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 5, 2023 at 3pm. Applications must be dropped off at Linden Fire Headquarters. For more information, contact Deputy Chief Kevin Brady via email, or call (908) 474-4550.

Spring Tennis Lessons

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro tennis instructor Tony Labonte are pleased to present Spring Tennis Lessons. Youth and Adult sessions will be offered.

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

  • Who: Ages 6 and up.
  • What: Spring tennis lessons with games, contests and prizes! Classes will run for six (6) weeks. The classes are designated by age range. Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups. Loaner racquets provided.
  • Where:
    • Tuesday classes will be held at Memorial Park, which is located between South Wood Avenue and Lower Road.
    • Saturday classes will be held at Wilson Park, which is located at 1113 Summit Terrace.
  • When:
    • Tuesday classes: May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 and 13.
    • Saturday classes: May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 and 10.
    • Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups.
  • How: Youth Session is $75. Adult Session is $85. Additional $10 fee for non-residents. Loaner racquets provided. To view full program description and register online, click here. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600. The following original documents are required for first-time registrants:
    • Parent ID (i.e. Drivers License).
    • Proof of Residency (i.e. utility bill).
    • Birth Certificate of child.