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Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway for 200 Linden Families in Need

Mayor Derek Armstead and the Mayor’s Office of Constituent Services is proudly hosting a Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway for 200 Linden families in need. Complete the form below to register for the 2025 Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway. Supplies are given on a first come, first serve basis.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway.

Pickup

  • Proof of Linden Residency is Required.
  • Registration deadline is November 14, 2025.
  • Pickup is on Monday, November 24, 2025 from 12pm until 6pm.
  • Pickup is at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.

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Weather Advisory: Severe weather expected in our area Saturday through Monday; 3″- 5″ of rain, with winds up to 50mph, and possible flooding. 

A State of Emergency has been declared state-wide ahead of the northeastern that will impact our area.

Forecasts are calling for 3 to 5 inches of rain in some areas, beginning with showers this afternoon. Rain will become more steady overnight and is expected to continue through Sunday into Monday morning. 

Strong winds, with gusts of 40 to 50mph, are also expected. Downed trees and power outages are possible. 

This system brings a serious threat of coastal flooding. A coastal flood watch has been issued for several counties, including for our area. Tidal surge may extend through four consecutive tide cycles, with high tides at 12:32 a.m. and 12:58 p.m. on Sunday and 1:39 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Monday.

More severe conditions are expected south of us, and variations in the storm track could bring stronger rain and stronger winds to our area. Residents are encouraged to monitor weather conditions throughout the storm. Please sign up for Emergency Alerts by following the instructions here and continue to follow the Linden Police Department on social media for important updates. 

Non-emergency utility problems or outages should be reported directly using the contact points below: 

PSE&G 1-800-436-7734
Elizabethtown Gas 1-800-242-5830
New Jersey American water 1-800-272-1325
Comcast 1-800-266-2278
Verizon FiOS 1-888-438-3467
Verizon 1-800-827-4966 

As always, please reserve 9-1-1 for EMERGENCIES ONLY.

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 25, 2025 from 11am 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.

The Gary Letizia Memorial Blood Drive

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Fire Department, and New York Blood Services invite you to donate blood to save a life. In honor of the late Gary Letizia. Be the reason for someone’s tomorrow.

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

  • What: Blood drive. Gary Letizia was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 68. If not for the countless gallons of donated blood that kept him valiantly battling cancer, we wouldn’t have been able to create those extra memories that final year. Please consider donating so that someone else’s loved one may receive that same precious gift of time. – Dr. Matt Letizia. Giving is a slam dunk. Swish! When you come in to donate, you’ll be entered to win Nets vs Knicks tickets. October 1 through 31, 2025. Click here to learn more.
  • Where: 7th Ward Recreation Center, which is located at 2897 Tremeley Point Road.
  • When: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 1pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to make an appointment. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins welcome!

Basketball Game: New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend the New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz Basketball Game.

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

  • Who: Parents and children.
  • What: New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz Basketball game.
  • Where: Madison Square Garden, located on 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10001.
    • Transportation will not be provided for this trip.
  • When: December 5, 2025, the game with be at 7:30pm.
  • How: Tickets will be sold to families who are interested in attending the game. Limited spots available. Registration deadline is October 31, 2025. Two partial payments are offered & will be collected on October 10, 2025 and October 31, 2025. If you have any questions, please call 908-474-8639.

Youth Leadership Summit

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Raritan Valley Chapter of the Links, Incorporated Presents Youth Leadership Summit.

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

  • What: Youth Leadership Summit. “Empowering the next generation of leaders.” Breakfast and lunch will be provided, and there will be workshops, networking and giveaways!
  • When: Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 9am until 4:30pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Click here to register, registration ends October 13, 2025. For more information click here.

Fire Prevention Night

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Fire Department invite you to attend Fire Prevention Night. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety.”

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

  • What: Fire Prevention Night. This year’s theme is “Charge into Fire Safety” Lithium-Ion Batteries in your home.
  • Where: In front of Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
  • When: October 3, 2025 from 5pm until 7pm.
  • How: For more information click here.

2025 Linden Tigers – Fall Baseball Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2025 Linden Tigers – Fall Baseball Camp.

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

  • Who: For boys ages 5 through 14.
  • What: Baseball Camp for boys, with instructors Craig Goldberg (LHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach), Xavier Krok (LHS Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach), Dan O’Lear (LHS Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach) and the Linden High School Varsity Baseball Players.
  • Where: Memorial Field (next to the P.A.L. Fields), which is located at 55 Lower Road.
  • When: Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
    • 9am until 11am for grades 3 through 5.
    • 11:30am until 1:30 pm for grades 6 through 8.
  • How: Free program. 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 9am until 7pm at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. Community Center Building is the only center to accept exact cash. Make checks payable to: Linden Recreation Baseball. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. Birth certificate and proof of residency is required if new to our programs. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or email here.
  • What to bring to camp: Water, baseball glove, baseball bat, baseball cleats, hat, lunch.