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Linden Tigers Pop Warner Football & Cheer

Registration is now open for the Linden Tigers Pop Warner Football and Cheer.

  • What: Linden Tigers Pop Warner Football and Cheer.
  • Where: Dorothy Ford Park, which is located at 1298 Essex Avenue.
  • When: Monday through Thursday from 6pm until 8pm. Program runs through December 12, 2024.
  • How: Registration is open through September 18, 2024. For more information, call 908-718-1820, email here or visit the Linden Tigers Pop Warner website.

Blossoming Bowlers 2

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Blossoming Bowlers 2, in cooperation with the Linden Police Department. Let’s “strike up some fun,” and celebrate family bowling at Jersey Lanes! Registration required.

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

  • Who: Free bowling outing for all Union County special needs families.
  • What: Blossoming Bowlers 2, Let’s “strike up some fun,” and celebrate family bowling at Jersey Lanes! This program is funded by the NJ Department of Community Affairs ROID Grant (Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities). Each participant can bring family members for music, food, and fun. Students that are sensitive to noise, please bring headsets as there will be a DJ present.
  • Where: Jersey Lanes, which is located at 30 Park Avenue.
  • When: Saturday, August 24 from 12pm until 2pm.
  • How: Registration required. Click here to register. Each participant can bring family members for music, food, and fun. Students that are sensitive to noise, please bring headsets as there will be a DJ present. For more information, email here or call (908) 474-8600.

Knitting for a Cause

Knitting and crocheting classes available to all Linden senior citizens. A basic knowledge of knitting or crocheting is required. The club will teach you the rest! Majority of items that are created are distributed to local hospitals and nursing homes.

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

  • Who: Linden senior citizens.
  • What: Knitting and Crocheting classes. A basic knowledge of knitting or crocheting is required. The club will teach you the rest! Majority of items that are created are distributed to local hospitals and nursing homes.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center which is located at 330 Helen Street, location of class in activity room #1.
  • When: Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm starting September 3, 2024 through December 17, 2024
    • Please note: No class on November 5, 2024 and December 24, 2024.
  • How: Free. Registration is required upon joining. To register please speak with Evelyn Marchione in the main office at the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street) or call 908-474-8627

Beginners Woodshop Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a beginners Woodshop Program.

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

  • Who: Children must be between the ages of 6 through 10 to participate.
  • What: Beginners Woodshop Program. The instructor will be guiding all students to execute their make-and-take-home project!
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Tuesdays, September 3 though October 29, from 6pm until 8pm.
  • How: Fee for the program is $40. Click here to register. If you have any questions or are a first time registrant, please call 908-474-8600.

Senior Citizen Arts & Crafts (JTG)

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: Come along and enjoy an art-filled program. Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let your creativity blossom!
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Tuesdays, from 10am until 12pm, and Monday December 23, from 10am until 12pm.
    • September 10 and 24.
    • October 8 and 22.
    • November 12 and 26.
    • December 10 (Tuesday) and 23 (Monday).
  • How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, 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 (LMPC)

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: 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: Tuesdays from 10am until 12pm except for November 6, 2024 which will take place on Wednesday.
    • September 3 and 17.
    • October 1 and 15.
    • November 6 (Wednesday) and 19.
    • December 3 and 17.
  • How: Free program for all Linden Senior Residents. To view full class description and register online, click here. For more information, 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.

Senior Citizen Line Dancing

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

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

  • Who: For Linden senior residents.
  • What: Senior line dancing classes. Line dancing for seniors is a fun, healthy and rewarding activity and exercise. Dancing styles incorporated into the class include salsa, ballroom and country western.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Every Thursday starting on September 12, 2024 from 10:30am until 11:30am.
  • 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 at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration is available 24/7.

2024 Tennis Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and USTA Certified Pro Tennis Instructor Tony Labonte invite Linden residents to this year’s Tennis Camp.

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

  • Who: Ages from 6 through 15.
  • What: Tennis Camp; drills, games and an optional tournament. Contests with prizes awarded. Refreshments and loaner racquets provided.
  • Where: Wilson Park Tennis Courts, located at 1100-1198 Summit Terrace.
  • When: Monday through Thursday, August 19 through August 22 from 9:15am until 12:15pm.
    • Rain date: Friday, August 23, 2024.
  • How: $200 per person. Non-residents pay an additional $20. 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.
  • Please contact Tony Labonte with any questions at 908-229-9438.

2024 John T. Gregorio Basketball Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2024 John T. Gregorio Basketball Camp.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer and permission slip for the 2024 John T. Gregorio Basketball Camp.

  • Who: For 3rd through 8th grade, Linden residents only.
  • What: Basketball Camp. Campers with learn basketball fundamentals, ball handling skills, footwork techniques, rebounding, shooting skills, dribbling skills, and offensive and defensive strategies.
  • Where: Linden High School Gymnasium, which is located at 121 West St. Georges Avenue.
  • When: August 5 through August 8, from 9am until 2pm (bring lunch).
  • How: Free program, registration required. Registration deadline is August 4, 2024. To view full program description and register online, click here. Please return the permission slip with your child on the first day of camp. Bring lunch for camp dates August 5 through August 8. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street), or at 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 and provider the following:
    • Birth certificate for child
    • Household bill showing proof of residency
    • Driver’s license or photo I.D. for parent/guardian signing up their child.
  • For more information, call the 908-474-8600 or email here.

Kids Canvas Paint!

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Kids Canvas Paint. Due to the popularity of this class, we are offering two dates per month in October and November to register your child for the class. Please choose one or the other. There are 15 slots per class and the classes fill quickly. Don’t be left out, register today!

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

  • Who: For kids ages 5 through 12.
  • What: Kids canvas paint classes. All supplies included. The painting classes are guided with the instructor showing every step. Small color copies of the painting will be handed out to the children for reference. Background music will be available to create a more creative and tranquil atmosphere for the young artists.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Due to the popularity of this class, we are offering two dates per month (please choose one or the other), with the exception of September and December where there will be one class each month. Each class is from 6pm until 7:30pm.
    • September 24.
    • October 8 or 22.
    • November 12 or 26.
    • December 10.
  • How: $15 fee per class. Registration is limited to one class per month. To view full class 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.