Parks & Recreation

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Mixed Martial Arts, a six week youth program.

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

• Who: Ages 5 through 17. Classes are grouped by age range, ages 5 through 10, and ages 11 through 17.
• What: Mixed Martial Arts, an effective form of self defense. Marital Arts is an art form that tests not only physical strength and endurance, but mental perseverance, determination and patience. This is all through a positive attitude, discipline, and respect towards others and ourselves.
• Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
• When: Six week program. Every Wednesday from July 12 through August 16.
  • Ages 5 through 10, from 5:45pm until 7pm.
  • Ages 11 through 17, from 7pm until 8:15pm.
• 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 908-474-8600 or 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 the Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program.

• Who: Open to all incoming Linden High School students, freshman through seniors.
• What: Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program. The focus of this program is to begin conditioning for the upcoming athletic year. There will be a docus on drills, stretches, training and running. Be sure to bring sneakers, athletic clothing and water!
• When: 8am until 10am, Monday through Thursday (weather permitting) from July 12 through July 31.
• Where: Linden Field House at Tiger Stadium, which is located at 700 West Curtis Street.
• How: 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, call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce the 2023 Linden Cheer and Mentor Program directed by Coach Colvin.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the 2023 Linden Cheer and Mentor Program.

• Who: Ages 5 through 17.
• What: Linden Cheer and Mentor Program directed by Coach Colvin.
• When: Every Monday and Wednesday from July 5 through August 16, from 5pm until 7pm.
• Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
• How: $50 registration fee, plus a $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. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8627.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, the Linden Education Association, your teachers, and educational support professionals invite you to attend a Juneteenth celebration: The Parade.

• What: To start off our Juneteenth celebration, we will be having a caravan parade! Come watch the parade and be a part of Linden’s history as we celebrate freedom. The Parade will be followed by another Juneteenth celebration: The Cookout, which will be held at the Promenade.
• Where: The lineup will be on East Gibbons Street (next to School #1), and will proceed down North Wood Avenue (straight to the Promenade).
• When: Saturday, June 17, at 10:30am.
  • Rain Date: Sunday, June 18, at 11:30am.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, the Linden Education Association, your teachers, and educational support professionals invite you to attend a Juneteenth celebration: The Cookout.

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

• What: A Juneteenth celebration: The Cookout, a day of culture, sharing and learning. The Cookout is an engaging showcase that connects the past to the present. We promote connections through storytelling, music, dance and food. We invite you to attend and interact with all participants! Each participant is partnering with our community and schools to increase awareness of what they do best. This day will be filled with learning experiences that will capture the heart of black history and unify the community.
• Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
• When: Saturday, June 17, from 12pm until 4pm.
  • Rain Date: Sunday, June 18, from 1pm until 5pm.
• How: Free event. For more details, contact Eric Stanley by email here, or call 908-474-8600.

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Linden Board of Health, and Attitudes in Reverse invite you to attend a free mental health public assembly.

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

• Who: All members of our community are invited.
• What: A free mental health public assembly featuring an exhibit “In Their Shoes”, followed by a presentation “Coming Up For Air”.
  • The “In Their Shoes” exhibit lets everyone, especially young people, know that they are not alone in their struggles, and encourages them to seek help. The exhibit helps to increase understanding, empathy, and kindness towards those who might be struggling in silence.
  • The “Coming Up For Air” presentation is a 60-minute honest conversation by Attitudes in Reverse (AIR) founder Tricia Baker about mental health disorders, stigma associated with mental health disorders, warning signs of suicide, and guidance for those looking to help themselves and others. Certified therapy dogs from AIR will also be present.
• When: Monday, May 1, 2023
  • 5:30pm until 6:30pm – “In Their Shoes” Exhibit.
  • 6:30pm until 7:30pm – “Coming Up For Air” Presentation.
• Where: Gymnasium at School #1, which is located at 728 North Wood Avenue.
• How: For more information, please call the Linden Health Department at 908-474-8409

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce Kids to Parks Day! Come and join the free, fun-filled day of outdoor play and events for your family!

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

• Who: For ages Pre-K through 8th grade.
• What: A fun-filled day of family friendly outdoor play and events. Come and enjoy: carnival games, inflatables, fishing, live entertainment, free haircuts, caricature artists, inflatable/keepsake balloon designs, and more! Remember to bring your fishing pole and a chair!
• When: Due to inclement weather, this event will be held on the Rain Date noted on the flyer: Sunday, May 21, 2023 from 12pm until 4pm.
• Where: Wilson Park, which is located at 1100 Summit Terrace.
• How: With questions, please call the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8639 or 908-474-8600

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2024 Fishing Season for all Linden children ages 5 through 18! Registration deadline is Thursday, April 18, 2024. All children ages 5 through 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license.

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

• Who: Linden children ages 5 through 18.
• What: Hooked on Fishing. This program will teach children basic fishing skills, including how to string and bait a pole, how to cast a line and about local fishing regulations. We encourage you to bring your chair and snacks. Let’s enjoy the fishing season!
• When: Thursdays, from 5:30pm until 7pm.
  • April 11 and 25
  • May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
  • June 6 and 13.
  • **Fishing Derby is on Saturday, June 1, from 10am until 2pm, in honor of Butchie Scoles (awards to follow)**
• Where: Wilson Park, which is located at 1113 Summit Terrace.
• How: Registration deadline is Thursday, April 18, 2024. $10 program fee, plus $6 insurance fee for first-time registrants. All children ages 5 through 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 16 and older will need to purchase a fishing license. 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 908-474-8639. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. Please note: all new “first time” participants must bring the following original documents at the time of registration:
  • Parent ID (i.e. driver’s license).
  • Proof of Linden residency (i.e. utility bill).
  • Birth certificate of child.