Department of Public Property & Community Services
 Adult & Children Activities & Programs


 

SPRING BOAT SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSE

 

Saturday, May 12, 2012.  OPEN TO ALL NJ RESIDENTS AGE 14 AND OVER.

 

A one day Boat Safety Certification Course, approved by the U.S. Coast

Guard will be offered on Saturday, May 12, 2012 beginning at 8:00 AM

at the John T. Gregorio Recreation Center, 330 Helen Street, Linden.

The course takes eight hours to complete. This includes break and exam time;

please bring your lunch. Registration fee is $75.00. You must register for the

course by April 3, 2012 at any one of Linden’s Recreation Centers

or online using CommunityPass.

For further information, call Gary Luciano at The Linden Department of Public Property and Community Services at 908-474-8600 or click here for the full flyer.

 


 

WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUES

 

For Linden residents only

Jr. Girls – Ages -  11 thru 13

Sr. Girls-- Ages -14 thru 18

Jr. Boys – Ages - 11 thru 13

Sr. Boys – Ages 14 thru 18

(Age limit as of Jan. 13, 2012)

Registration ends January 6, 2012

Games will begin week of January 14, 2012 (Saturdays)

Winter League $20.00

Summer League $20.00

Register for Winter and Summer League $35.00 (no refund)

 Register at the:

Community Center Building- 605 So. Wood Ave.
Gregorio Center- 330 Helen St.
Multi-Purpose Center – 1025 John St.
Or  register online using CommunityPass.

If you do not have a community pass account: please visit one of the Recreation Center Centers listed above (exact amount appreciated).

 


 

2012 LITTLE KICKERS INDOOR SOCCER CLINIC

 

For boys and girls 4 & 5.

Dates: Saturdays: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 and Feb 14.

Session starts at 9am at the Multipurpose Center- 1025 John St.

Fee of $25.00 is payable by cash or check to "Linden Youth Soccer Association".  Registration Deadline Dec. 30th.Bring you payment and make out a form at: Community Center Building – 605 So. Wood Ave.  On-line registration not available.  Cal 908-474-8600 for more information.
 


 

TRACK

 

Middle School Girls in grades 6, 7, and 8.

Information and Registration November 21st at the Linden Multipurpose Center- 1025 John St..  The Season starts November 22nd  and continues to February 1st.  A Guardian permission form must be filled out.  For more information call: 908-474-8600.  No fee

 


 

WINTER WRESTLING

 

From Nov. 28, through Feb. 15th

Monday, Wednesday and Friday nights from 6:30-8:30pm

At the Beriont Field House – Locker Room – 700 W. Curtis St.

Instructors, Joe Kilburg Sr. and Jr.

Fee: $10.00

 

Register online using CommunityPass or in person at 605 So. Wood Ave., 330 Helen St. or 1025 John St.. Call 908-474-8600 for more information.
 


 

INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE

 

For boys and girls ages:

6-7 for minor division
8-10 for Junior Division
11-14 Senior Division

Held at Linden Multi Purpose Center- 1025 John St.

Start date is Sept. January 7, 2012

$25.00 per youngster payable by check, money order, cash
(exact amount appreciate)

 

Registration Deadline: December 12, 2011

Waiting list will commence after Dec.12, 2011

Register at:

Community Center Building – 605 So. Wood Ave.
Gregorio Center: 330 Helen St.
Multi-purpose Center- 1025 John St.
Or online using CommunityPass.

 

For more information call 908-474-8600

 


 

ZUMBA

 

For adults 18 and older

10 weeks

Friday Evenings 6:30-7:30

February 10th to April 20th

Fee:$61.00

For more information call: 908-474-8627

Held at Gregorio Recreation Center- 330 Helen St.

Register at any Recreation Center or online by using CommunityPass.

 


 

YOUTH TENNIS INSTRUCTIONS

 

Watch for new dates in spring 2012

 


 

YOGA/TAI-CHI/QI GONG

 

Classes will be held on Thursday evenings starting January 5, 2012 for 7:30-9:00pm and continue through March 8th

 

Held at the John T. Gregorio Center- 330 Helen Street.--908-474-8627.

 

Register on line using CommunityPass or call 908-474-8627.

 


 

KARATE CLASSES

 

Jan.11th – Feb. 29th, 2012

March 21st – May 9th , 2012

 

For Students ages 5 thru 15. Held at the Gregorio Recreation Center, 330 Helen St. from 4-5pm. Fee: 55.00 no refund. For more information call: 908-474-8627. Register online using CommunityPass. You may also register at a Recreation Center: The Gregorio Center at 330 Helen St., Community Center and 605 So. Wood Ave. or The Multi-Purpose Center at 1025 John St.

 


 

SENIOR LINE DANCE

 

Jan. 6th – March 9, 2012

March 23rd – June 8th, 2012

 

Free classes held at the Gregorio Center, 330 Helen St. from 10am – 11am on Fridays. Call 908-474-8627 for more information.

 


 

COMPLETE FITNESS

 

Jan. 5th – March 13th 2012

March 27th – June 5th 2012

 

For Adults 18 and over.Fee:$75.00. Held at the Gregorio Center 330 Helen St.. This is a 10 week program every Tuesday and Thursday Evening. . For more information call: 908-474-8627. Register online using CommunityPass. You may also register at a Recreation Center: The Gregorio Center at 330 Helen St., Community Center and 605 So. Wood Ave. or The Multi-Purpose Center at 1025 John St.

 

Deadline for registration is September 12th.

 


 

CHILDREN’S CERAMIC CLASSES

 

For Students grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. Class: 6:00-7:30pm, Fee: $10.00( no refund).  Held at the Gregorio Center, 330 Helen St. For more information call: 908-474-8627. Register online using CommunityPass. You may also register at a Recreation Center: The Gregorio Center at 330 Helen St., Community Center and 605 So. Wood Ave. or The Multi-Purpose Center at 1025 John St.

 

Valentine’s Day: Feb. 2nd-- Reg. deadline Feb 1st, 2012

Easter: March 8th- Reg. deadline: March 7th

Surprise: April 19th-- Reg. deadline: April 18th

Mother’s Day: May 3rd—Reg. Deadline: May 2nd.

Father’s Day: June 7th – Reg. deadline: June 6th

 


ADULT CERAMIC CLASSES

The Department of Public Property and Community Services has added 2 new Adult Ceramic Classes. These are both Large Projects. The Cost is $20.00 each. St. Patrick’s Day class will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 and the Spring Class will be held on March 21, 2012 from 7:30pm – 9:00pm at the Gregorio Recreation Center, 330 Helen St. Pre-registration is required. Call 908-474-8627 for registration and more information.

For Linden Adults 18 years and older. Fee: $10.00 (no refund) Classes held at the Gregorio Recreation Center, 330 Helen st. from 6-7:30pm. . For more information call: 908-474-8627. Register online using CommunityPass. You may also register at a Recreation Center: The Gregorio Center at 330 Helen St., Community Center and 605 So. Wood Ave. or The Multi-Purpose Center at 1025 John St.

 

Valentine’s Day: Feb. 2nd-- Reg. deadline Feb 1st, 2012

Easter: March 8th- --Reg. deadline: March 7th

Surprise: April 19th-- Reg. deadline: April 18th

Garden: May 3rd – Reg. deadline May 2nd

Fun in the Sun: June 7th- Reg. deadline: June 6th

 



SOCCER CHAMPIONS

 

Click here for a complete list of the Soccer Champions and runners up including team pictures and photo captions.

 


 

EXERCISE ROOM

 

The Exercise Room at the Gregorio Center is open to Linden adults, Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 4:30pm.  All participants should consult with a physician prior to use and are required to complete a waiver form.  Residents must be 18 years of age or older.  Call the Center at 474-8627 for further information.   There is a $10.00 fee. Senior Citizens are free.
 


 

BASEBALL SIGN-UPS & TRYOUTS

 

Watch for PAL, American Legion and Tri-County 2010 Sign-up and tryout dates.

 


 

COMPLETE FITNESS EXERCISE PROGRAM

 

$75.00 for 10 weeks Tuesday & Thursday Evenings

 

January 5, 2012 – March 13, 2012

March 27, 2012 – June 5, 2012


Registration Deadline March 28th

 

Register online using CommunityPass.

John T. Gregorio Recreation Center – 330 Helen St.

For more information call: 908-474-8627.

Towels, Water and Exercise Mat required.

Location: Gregorio Recreation Center- 330 Helen St. Linden.

 


 

HYPERTENSION SCREENING


Sponsored by the Linden Board of Health

 

Blood Pressure programs will be held on the following dates from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 301 North Wood Avenue.

 

Call the Health Dept. at 474-8411.
 


  
WOODSHOP STUDIO

A fully equipped woodshop is available to Linden senior citizens on Monday and Tuesday mornings from 9:00am to 12:00 noon, at the Gregorio Recreation Center. Safety instructions will be given on the proper use of various machinery, such as table saw, drill press, jigsaw, etc. Class size is limited. Call the Gregorio Center at 474-8627 to register.

Woodcarving is taught on Wednesday mornings from 9:00am to 12:00 noon. Participants learn woodcarving, whittling, and wood chipping techniques. Class size is limited.


ICE SKATING

Weather permitting, ice skating will be held at the following locations: Wilson Park and Andrew Beno's Pond at Veterans Memorial Park.


 
KNITTING/CROCHETING  FOR A CAUSE

Do you have free time that you would like to donate to a worthy cause?  Would you like to meet new friends?  All ages – young adults through senior citizens.  We have formed a group with a basic knowledge of knitting and crocheting, to make lap blankets for veteran and nursing homes. 

Feel free to stop in any Tuesday – 10:00am – 12:00 noon.


SOCIAL CLUBS

S
ocial Clubs begin meeting monthly in September to plan socials, holiday parties and trips to points of interest.

Ceramic Club - meets every other month September through May, 1st Thursday at 7:00pm. Workshop meets every 3rd Thursday at the John T. Gregorio Recreation Center, 330 Helen Street.

Wdnesday Social Club - meets 2nd Wednesday at 12:45pm at Gregorio Recreation Center 330 Helen St.

Fun & Friendship Club - meets 2nd Tuesday at 1:00pm at Wilson Park Recreation Center.

Art Association - Painting workshops are held on Thursdays, 7:30 pm, at the Sunnyside Recreation Center. Open to all interested painters. Call Tony Bastardi at 908-862-8714 for more information.

Retired Men's Club - meets at the Gregorio Center on Tuesdays at 1:00pm.

For more information about these social clubs, sponsored by the Linden Department of Public Property & Community Services, call the Department of Public Property & Community Services at 474-8600.


JUNIOR & SENIOR GIRL SCOUT TROOP MEETINGS

JUNIORS meet every other Monday evening, 6:30pm – 8:00pm


SENIOR Troop 628 meet one Thursday a month 6pm-7pm

 
Meetings are held at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center, 1025 John Street, Linden. If interested, please call 474-8639. We need volunteers too!

 


DR. KING COMMEMORATIVE MEETINGS

The Dr. King Commemorative meetings will be held at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center, at 7:00pm, on the third Thursday of each month.


LINDEN MULTI-PURPOSE CENTER - Hours of Operation

Linden Multi-Purpose Center

1025 John Street, Linden, N.J.

(908) 474-8639

HOURS OF OPERATION

September 6, 2011 to June 22, 2012
 

Monday 9:00am – 12:00pm Fitness, Exercise Adults 50 years & over
  1:00pm – 3:00pm

Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility

  3:30pm – 5:30pm 3rd thru 5th Grade
  5:30pm – 7:30pm 6th thru 8th Grade
  7:30pm – 10:00pm

9th thru 12th Grade

  7:00pm – 10:00pm Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility
     
Tuesday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Fitness, Exercise Adults 50 years & over

  1:00pm – 3:00pm Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility
  3:30pm – 6:00pm

3rd thru 5th Grade

  7:00pm – 10:00pm

High School Graduates and/or 18 & over

     
Wednesday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Fitness, Exercise Adults 50 years & over

  1:00pm – 3:00pm Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility
  3:30pm – 7:00pm

6th thru 8th Grade

  7:00pm – 10:00pm

9th thru 12th Grade

  7:00pm – 10:00pm Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility
     
Thursday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Fitness, Exercise Adults 50 years & over

  1:00pm – 3:00pm Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility
  3:30pm – 6:00pm 3rd thru 5th Grade
  7:00pm – 10:00pm High School Graduates and/or 18 & over
     
Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Fitness, Exercise Adults 50 years & over

  1:00pm – 3:00pm

Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility

  3:30pm – 7:00pm 6th thru 8th Grade
  7:00pm – 10:00pm 9th thru 12th Grade
  7:00pm – 10:00pm

Adult Fitness, Exercise Facility

     
Saturday Scheduled programs/activities
Sunday

Scheduled programs/activities

 

All new participants are required to purchase registration cards,

Present photo I.D and must reside in Linden.

Proof of Linden residency will be required.

Registration card rates for 2011-2012

 

3rd thru 5th Grades $1.00 annual
6th thru 8th Grades $1.00 annual
9th thru 12th Grades $1.00 annual
H. S. Graduates and Adults $10.00 annual

 

High Tech Fitness & Exercise Facility - $10.00 annual

Registration for High School Students through Adults

Senior Citizens Over 50 years of age will be exempt

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST ATTEND AT THEIR DESIGNATED TIMES
 


 

ADULT SOFTBALL


The Department of Public Property and Community Services sponsors two slow pitch leagues, one summer and one fall league for adults 18 yrs of age and older.  If interested call 908-474-8600 for more information.
 


 

FIELD RESERVATIONS

 

Linden clubs, organizations, industries, and baseball/softball teams can contact the Department of Public Property & Community Services for field permits beginning March 21st if fields are in playable condition.  Reservations will be taken for the following areas:  Memorial #1, Memorial #2, Memorial #3, Tremley, 8th Ward, McManus, Milkosky Park, Deerfield, St. Marks Park, and 5th Ward Park.
 


 

PICNIC AREAS

 

Picnic facilities are located in Memorial, Al Kalla, St. Marks, and James Iozzi Peach Orchard Parks.  Reservations are required.

 


 

 A WEALTH OF LINDEN INFORMATION ONLINE

The next time you need to know what’s going on in town, or to look for a municipal phone number, or who to speak to regarding city services…check Linden’s website. You’ll find Linden resources and information including Linden’s history, demographics, and recreation offerings for city youth, adults, and senior citizens, current city projects and community life.

 


 

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