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• What: Linden City Hall Scarecrow Display.
• When: October 21 through November 1, 2024.
• Where: In front of Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Beginners Strength Training Class. Join us for a total body workout! Learn how to utilize weights to build strong bones.

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

• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Senior Citizen Beginners Strength Training Class. Join us for a total body workout! Learn how to utilize weights to build strong bones. Class Benefits: strengthen and build muscles, strengthen core, enhance posture, prevent injuries, increase energy and endurance, boost metabolism, burn fat and calories, strengthen bones, enhance your mental health and improve sleep health.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John St.
• When: Wednesdays, beginning September 25, from 1:30pm until 2:30pm.
• How: To register please call 908-474-8639.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Bowling!

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• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Senior Citizen Bowling!
• Where: Jersey Lanes which is located at 30 Park Avenue. Pick up and drop off will take place at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Wednesdays, October 2 through December 11, from 1pm until 3pm.
• How: Fee for program is $5. Must be a Recreation Senior Citizen Member to register. The fee includes 2 hours of bowling time, transportation and shoes. Pick up and drop off will take place at the JTG center.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Water Aerobics.

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• Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Seniors will enjoy the benefit of low-impact water aerobics led by a certified instructor. Swimwear is required, and swim caps are recommended.
• Where: Rahway YMCA, which is located at 1564 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065. Transportation will be provided, drop off and pick up will be from the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Tuesdays, October 1 through December 17, from 9am until 10am.
• How: Fee $10 (+ $6 insurance fee). To register please call 908-474-8600.

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

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• Who: Ages 5 and up. Youth and adult classes designated by age range.
• What: Fall Tennis Lessons with games, contests and prizes! Classes will run for five (5) weeks. The classes are designated by age range. Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups. Loaner racquets provided.
• When & Where:
  • Click here to view program flyer detailing class times for various age groups.
  • Tuesday classes will meet at Memorial Park (2600 South Wood Avenue) on September 24, October 1, 8, 15, and 22.
  • Saturday classes will meet at Wilson Park (1113 Summit Terrace) on September 21, 28, October 5, 12, and 19.
• How: Youth Session is $80. Adult Session is $90. 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 or 908-474-8639. 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a seven-week STEM program, hosted by Little Ivy Academy.

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• Who: For second through fifth graders.
• What: STEM Program hosted by Little Ivy Academy. The STEM Program is created for elementary school graders of all skill levels! The program opens the door to creating and coding video games. Your child can unlock the secret to fun by joining us to make the most of their Minecraft skills! During each lab, children will use Minecraft Education to code. They’ll discover new concepts and skills they’ll need in their virtual world (and this one)!!
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Tuesdays, September 24 through November 5, from 4pm until 5:30pm.
• How: Free program. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, email here or call 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Martial Arts, an eight (8) week youth program.

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• Who: Ages 5 through 15.
• What: Martial Arts, an effective form of self defense. This program is designed to be a positive way to burn calories and socialize with quality friends in a safe setting. Your child will learn important life skills including confidence, self-discipline, loyalty, respect, perseverance, honor, and self-control.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Eight week program. Every Friday, beginning September 27 through November 15, from 5pm until 6pm.
• How: Program cost is $50. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite third through seventh graders to join Double Dutch.

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• Who: Third through seventh grade.
• What: Double Dutch with instructor DC. Double Dutch is a creative and challenging sport. It’s a great source of exercise using 2-4 ropes. Jumping can improve heart health, balance and rhythm. Individuals will learn basics turning techniques, fancy trick movements and speed jumping. We invite you to have fun and challenge your skill level in competitive competitions. Practice as needed on Saturdays, field trips, and competitions will be notified in advance. No jewelry! Please bring your own water bottle.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Tuesdays, 5:30pm until 7pm, October 1, 2024 through December 17, 2024.
  • No class on November 5, 2024
• How: $25, plus a $6 insurance fee (includes t-shirt and shorts). Click here to register online, or call 908-474-8600. Practice as needed on Saturdays, field trips, and competitions will be notified in advance. No jewelry! Please bring your own water bottle