Registration for the 2024 Law Enforcement Entry Exam opened on Friday, March 1, and Linden is testing during this cycle! We encourage Linden residents who may be interested in joining the Linden Police Department to visit the new recruiting page by clicking here. The recruiting page contains pertinent information about the test, the hiring process and the Linden Police Department.
Click here to view and/or download the Join Our Team flyer.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Who: Open to all children ages 6 through 12.
What: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
Where: Wheeler Park Turf Field, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. The League will be held on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
When: The League begins on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
How: Registration deadline is April 3, 2024. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. 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 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No refunds once the League 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.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Who: Open to all children ages 4 and 5.
What: Outdoor soccer. All participants must have their own shin guards.
Where: Instructional Clinic will be held at Wheeler Park, which is located at 234 West Stimpson Avenue. Clinic located on the Soccer Field, entrance on West Stimpson Avenue.
When: The Little Kickers Clinic begins on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 9am. Clinic will run for eight (8) Saturdays: April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1.
How: Registration deadline is April 3, 2024. After deadline, all registrants must register by calling 908-474-8600, and a waiting list will be established. Registration fee is $50 for residents, and $60 for non-residents. A one-time annual $6 insurance fee will be added to your total registration fee, per child, if this has not already been paid for with another program. All participants must have their own shin guards. 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 7pm. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. No refunds once the Clinic 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.
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 5 and up. Youth and adult classes designated by age range.
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.
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 May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4 and 11.
Saturday classes will meet at Wilson Park (1113 Summit Terrace) on May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1 and 8.
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. The following original documents are required for first-time registrants:
Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and Linden Public Schools announce “Keeping Our Students Safe” Public Service Announcement (PSA) Student Video Contest, as part of the “It Takes a Village” initiative. Students may submit a PSA video focused on ways to positively enhance school safety and security.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer and permission slip for the contest.
Who: All Linden Public School students from elementary to high school.
What: A student video contest focused on ways to positively enhance school safety and security. Prizes will be awarded as follows:
$500 Elementary Level
$750 Middle School Level
$1,000 High School Level
When: The submission deadline is Friday, March 1, 2024 at 4pm. Winners will be announced at the March 21, 2024 at the Board Meeting.
How: Send the video to Mr. Chris Paskewich by email here. Click here for the criteria for submission and permission slip that must be attached. Students can submit their videos individually or with peers from their school-level group. The High School and Middle School submissions should be a minimum of 2 minutes, but not longer than 5 minutes. Elementary submissions should be a minimum of 1 minute, but not more than 3 minutes.
Click here to view and/or download the flyer for the Linden Police Department Youth Academy.
Who: The Linden Police Department Youth Police Academy is available to Linden students graduating 6th, 7th and 8th grades.
What: Linden Police Department Youth Academy. As part of the Academy, you’ll learn about the Linden Police Department and other law enforcement agencies, you’ll receive basic training in police procedures/operations, criminal investigations, drill and ceremony and first aid! You will also benefit from demonstrations including DUI goggles, the effects of drinking and driving, K‐9, SWAT, Bomb Squad, and more! And most of all, you’ll have a lot of fun! The LPD Youth Academy is NOT a “bootcamp” for troubled youth. The Academy is structured to simulate a police academy for those interested in law enforcement.
When: July 15 through July 19, 2024.
How: Application deadline is April 8, 2024 at 3pm. Space is limited to 30 recruits. Enrollment will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. No late applications will be accepted. Click here to download the application for the Linden Police Department Youth Academy. Applications must be dropped off in-person to the front desk of the Linden Police Department, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue. With questions, email here.
