Parks & Recreation

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Youth Arts & Crafts.

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• Who: Ages 6 and up.
• What: Youth Arts and Crafts. Have your child enjoy a free art-filled program! Each session will be focused on unique and enjoyable crafts. Let their creativity blossom.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: April through June on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, from 3:30pm until 5pm.
  • September 5 and 19.
  • October 3 and 17.
  • November 7 and 21.
  • December 5 and 19
• How: Free program. For more information, call the Recreation department at 908-474-8639.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Adult Pilates.

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• Who: 21 and older.
• What: Adult Pilates. Provides stability, mobility, and flexibility through concentrated movements. Improves postural alignment and helps correct muscular imbalances.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Wednesdays, September 4 through November 20, from 6:30pm until 7:30pm.
• How: $45 plus $6 insurance fee. 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. For more information, call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Project Healthy Bones.

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• Who: For older adults.
• What: An osteoporosis prevention, exercise, and education program for older adults. Balance and strength to stand tall.
• When: Mondays, November 4, 2024 through March 31, 2025 from 10:30am until 12pm.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: 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.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Zumba Gold.

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• Who: For Linden senior residents. Participants should consult with a physician prior to participation.
• What: Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity, with easy-to-follow Zumba choreography. The main focus is on balance, range of motion and coordination.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Fridays, September 13 through November 22, 2024 from 9:30am until 10:30am.
  • No class on October 25, 2024.
• How: Free program. Participants should consult with a physician prior to participation. 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. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a Smartphone Training Workshop. This program is made possible in part by a 2024 HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of Commissioners.

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• Who: Linden Senior Residents.
• What: Smartphone Training Workshop hosted by Valerie Porter. Attendees will learn how to become more independent with their smartphones.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: 1pm until 2pm
  • September 13 for Android.
  • September 20 for iPhone.
• How: Free workshop. 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. For more information, call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Fit 4 Life. Sign up today!

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• Who: For Linden senior residents.
• What: Fit 4 Life; a program to promote a healthy lifestyle within our senior citizen community. This program includes a focus on warm-ups, balance, strength training and stretching exercises.
• When:
  • Fridays: September 6, 13, 20 and 27, from 8:15am until 9:15am.
  • Mondays: October 7, 21, 28 and November 4, 18 and 25, from 9am until 10am.
    • No class: October 14 and November 11.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• How: Free program for all Linden senior residents. To register or if you have questions, please call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2024 Summer Playgrounds. Keep your kids active and engaged at one of our playground sites!

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• What: 2024 Summer Playgrounds. Keep your kids active and engaged at one of our playground sites! We will be offering a variety of activities including fitness, sports and games.
• Where: Click here to view the full list of participating parks in Linden.
• When: Monday through Friday from 3pm until 7pm.
• How: If you have any questions, please call the Department of Recreation at 908-474-8639.

The Blossoming Bowling 2 event that was scheduled for June 29, 2024 at Jersey Lanes has been postponed until further notice.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Big Brother Program.

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• Who: Grades 6 through 12.
• What: Big Brother Program. Big Brother helps children achieve success in school, helps them avoid risky behaviors (e.g. physical altercations, drugs and alcohol, etc.), and helps them improve their self-confidence. Their unique brand of one-to-one mentoring involves matching a child with a caring adult mentor. The support provided by a professional Big Brother staff member can change a child’s life for the better, forever.
• Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• When: Fridays, from 5pm until 5:45pm beginning June 21, 2024. Eight (8) week program.
• How: $6 insurance fee. If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Recreation at 908-474-8639.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Expressive Movement Dance Class.

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• What: Expressive Movement Dance Class. These classes are designed to show all participants that movement has the power to stir the senses and emotions. It can also convey a message that words alone cannot express. Telling a story through music will offer participants an opportunity to be creative and synchronized while improving strength and flexibility.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Mondays from 1pm until 2:15pm, on June 10, 17 and 24.
• How: Free program. If you have any questions, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 908-474-8600.