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2025 Spring Tennis Lessons

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 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 and 10.
    • Saturday classes will meet at Wilson Park (1113 Summit Terrace) on May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and June 7.
  • How: Youth Session is $85. Adult Session is $95. 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 John T. Gregorio 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.

STEM Program – App Makers

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a nine-week STEM program – App Makers: connect and share! Hosted by Little Ivy Academy.

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

  • Who: For third through fifth graders.
  • What: STEM Program hosted by Little Ivy Academy – App Makers: connect and share! The STEM Program is created for elementary school graders of all skill levels! Through this program, your child will get hands-on opportunities to develop their programming skills as they design and code their functional smartphone apps to share with family and friends!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Fridays, March 14 through May 9, from 4pm until 5pm.
  • How: Registration fee is $50. To register, please contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8639. For more information, email here or 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.

2025 Tennis Clinic

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 Clinic.

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

  • Who: All Linden residents youth (5 through 15) and adult.
  • What: Tennis Clinic; We invite all Linden residents of all experience levels to take part in this free clinic!
  • When: Saturday, April 19 and April 26.
    • Youth (ages 5 through 15) from 11am until 12pm.
    • Adults from 12pm until 1pm.
  • Where: Wilson Park Tennis Courts, located at 1100-1198 Summit Terrace.
  • How: Free program. Must be Linden resident. 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.

Covid-19-RSV-Flu Vaccination Clinic

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Linden Board of Health and the John T. Gregorio Center, in partnership with the Union County Immunization Clinic are providing a Covid-19-RSV-Flu Vaccination Clinic.

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

  • Who and What:
    • Covid-19 and Flu vaccinations for ages 6 and up.
    • RSV vaccinations for ages 60 and up.
    • Uninsured and underinsured are welcome.
  • When: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 1pm until 3pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: No appointment necessary. Walk-ins welcome. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Linden Health Department at 908-474-8409.

Black History Month Celebration

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee are pleased to invite the Linden community to join us in recognizing the accomplishments of African Americans in the City of Linden.

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

  • Who: Linden community (children and adults).
  • What: Black History Month Celebration. We invite our Linden community to join us in recognizing the accomplishments of African Americans in the city of Linden. There will be food, fun, music, dancing, theatrical performances, vendors, activities for kids and door prizes.
  • Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Friday, February 21 from 5:30pm until 8:30pm.

Youth Mentoring Sign-Up Meeting

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Communities In Cooperation, Inc invite you and your friends to join the Union County Mentoring Program Pizza Party Enrollment. Enrollment this Tuesday, February 11, from 4:30 pm until 6pm. The enrollment is easy and only takes 10 minutes to complete. 

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

  • Who: Ages 8 and 16.
  • What: Youth Mentoring Sign-Up Meeting. Today, we invite you and your friends to join Communities In Cooperation, Inc. Union County Mentoring Program Pizza Party. Enroll your child to help develop essential life skills, make new friends and connect with peers, engage in fun and interactive activities. and be part of a community committed to making a difference!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 4:30 pm until 6 pm.
  • How: The enrollment is easy and only takes 10 minutes to complete. For more information call 908-290-3107. If you can’t make it, you can schedule a 10 minute appointment during the following time:
    • Monday, February 10 from 10am until 4pm.
    • Tuesday, February 11 from 11am until 5pm.
    • Wednesday, February 12 from 10am until 4pm.
    • Thursday and Friday, February 13 and 14 from 10am until 2pm.

The Linden Recreation Dance Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Linden Recreation Dance Program, directed by Coach Fonda. Unleash your moves!

  • Who: Ages 4 through 18.
  • What: Dance classes, directed by Coach Fonda. Unleash your moves! Classes include Hip-Hop, Jazz and Ballet.
  • Where: Linden High School, which is located at 121 West St. Georges Avenue.
  • When: March 10, 2025 through June 14, 2025.
    • Mondays
      • Ballet – Ages 4 through 7 from 5pm until 5:45pm.
      • Jazz – Ages 8 through 11 from 5:45pm until 6:30pm.
      • Ballet – Ages 12 through 14 from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 15 through 18 from 7:15pm through 8pm.
    • Wednesdays
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 4 through 7 from 5pm until 5:45pm.
      • Ballet – through 11 from 5:45pm until 6:30pm.
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 12 through 14 from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 15 through 18 from 7:15pm until 8pm.
  • How: Register January 10 through March 10, 2025. Click here to register. Cost is a $50 one-time payment fee, plus a $6 insurance fee.

Youth University – Postponed

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

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

  • Who: Children. Must be registered with the Recreation Department.
  • What: A youth program. The purpose of this program is to provide safe constructive environment for students during after school hours. The aim is to extend learning beyond the classroom, promote positive youth development, enhance academic achievement, and keep children engaged in meaningful and productive activities.
  • Where: Wilson Park Recreation Center (1100-1198 Summit Terrace), 8th Ward Building (2100 Bedle Pl), and 7th Ward Building (2907 Tremley Point Rd).
  • When: *This program has been postponed. New dates to be announced.