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  • Dorothy Ford Park – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

    October 27, 2026 in Parks & Recreation

    Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to the ribbon cutting ceremony at Dorothy Ford Park, celebrating new playgrounds, fitness equipment and baseball field.

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

    • What: Ribbon cutting ceremony at Dorothy Ford Park, celebrating new playgrounds, fitness equipment and baseball field. Special guest speakers O.J. Anderson and Dwight “Doc” Gooden. Come celebrate with us!
    • When: Friday, October 30, 2026 at 4pm.
    • Where: Dorothy Ford Park, which is located at 1298 Hussa Street.
    • How: For more information, call the Linden Department of Recreation at 908-474-8600.

  • Linden Mayor Derek Armstead Raises Serious Public Safety Concerns Over Phillips 66 Refinery Lockout, Stands with Union Workers.

    October 22, 2026 in Community

    Mayor says protecting Linden residents is his number one responsibility and demands assurances that emergency response capabilities remain fully operational at one of the Northeast’s largest refineries.

    LINDEN, NJ — Linden Mayor Derek Armstead is raising serious concerns about the safety of Linden residents following the lockout of nearly 400 union workers at the Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery and Linden Terminal, including employees responsible for emergency response operations inside the facility.

    While expressing his strong support for the workers represented by Teamsters Local 877, Armstead emphasized that the dispute raises an even larger concern: the safety and well being of the thousands of residents who live and work near one of the Northeast’s largest petroleum refineries.

    Click here to view and/or download the full press release.

  • Breast & Prostate Cancer Awareness Dance

    October 20, 2026 in Community

    Mayor Derek Armstead, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and the City of Linden invite you to attend the Breast & Prostate Cancer Awareness Dance.

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

    • What: Breast & Prostate Cancer Awareness Dance. Music Conductors are Tamir Familysoul, Dee Boyd, Kyle Small Smith and Flash. Wear your pink in support.
    • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
    • When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 6pm to midnight.
    • How: Free admission.

  • First-Time Homebuyer Workshop

    October 19, 2026 in Community

    Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Linden City Council President and Neighborhoods for a Sustainable Future* invite you to attend the First-Time Homebuyer Workshop.

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

    • What: First-time homebuyer workshop. Meet the professionals who guide your purchase; realtor, real estate attorney, mortgage lender and home inspector. Refreshments will be served.
    • When: Saturday, December 5, from 11am until 1pm.
    • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
    • How: Click here* to reserve your seat, or call 908-808-4035.

    * External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

  • Mental Health First Aid Training

    October 16, 2026 in Mayors Wellness Campaign

    Mayor Derek Armstead, the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign, Linden Police Department , and the Linden Opioid Ad Hoc Committee invite you to attend a free mental health first aid training.

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

    • Who: Open to all.
    • What: Mental Health First Aid Training. Why mental health first aid? Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.
    • When and Where: Saturday, October 24, from 8am until 4pm at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
      • Saturday, November 21, from 8am until 4pm at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
      • Saturday, December 05, from 8am until 4pm at the Linden Public Library, which is located at 31 East Henry Street.
    • How: Free event, to register for the event click here. For more information, please contact Captain Abdul Williams at 908 474 4554.

    * External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.