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Early Closure at the Linden Public Library – July 31, 2025 at 3pm
Due to flash flood warnings in our area, the Linden Public Library will be closing early at 3pm tonight, Thursday, July 31, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage everyone to stay safe.
Thank you for your understanding.
Road Work Notice – Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Although East Henry Street will be closed for construction on Tuesday, July 22, the Linden Public Library will still be open to the public! Please park off-street and follow all posted parking regulations when visiting the library.
We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you soon!
Early Closure at the Linden Public Library – July 14, 2025 at 7pm
Due to flash flood warnings in our area, the Linden Public Library will be closing early at 7pm tonight, Monday, July 14, 2025.
We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage everyone to stay safe.
Thank you for your understanding.
Library Closure on March 26, 2025
The library will be closed on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 due to the water being shut-off for an extended period of time due to the water main construction project on East Henry Street.
Kiwanis and Friends Winter Clothing Drive
Come join us at the Linden Public Library for the Friends and Kawanis Winter Clothing Drive!
- What: Kiwanis and Friends Winter Clothing Drive. New hats, gloves/mittens, jackets, and sock donations! To benefit the Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless and St. Joseph’s Social Services. Both organizations are located in Elizabeth, but also provide services/programs for individuals and families in surrounding Union County communities including Linden.
- When: January 6, 2025 until February 28, 2025.
- Where: Linden Public Library.
- How: Drop off in the Linden Public Library Lobby until February 28, 2025.
Get Sneakers Recycling Program
Support the Friends of the Library in partnership with GotSneakers by donating used/new sneakers. Clean out your closet for a good cause. Recycle. Reuse. Make a difference.
- What: Get Sneakers Recycling Program, in partnership with GotSneakers, a sneaker recycling organization to turn old sneakers into cash and keep them out of landfills.
- Where & How: Drop off at the Linden Public Library.
Raise money for The Friends of Linden Library when you shop online!
Raise money for the Friends of the Linden Library Inc. when you shop online! Over 1,500 of the best stores on the web participate in this free program, and up to 26% of each purchase benefits our cause!
- What: Fundraiser for Friends of the Linden Library.
- How: Search and shop online here. Totally free, no hidden fees, no limits, monthly donation checks.
- Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for the Friends of the Library fundraiser.
Updated Tuesday Hours
The Linden Public Library will be open Tuesday nights until 9pm starting February 6, 2024.
Wrap and Yap
Friends of the Linden Public Library invite you to attend Wrap & Yap.
- Who: Adults only.
- What: Bring your holiday presents and wrap them for free with our supplies (donations appreciated), or have a Friend member wrap them for you for a $5 donation. Enjoy company and wrap away! Hot cocoa and cookies will be available.
- When:
- Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 9am until 2pm.
- Monday, December 9, 2024 from 4:30pm until 8:30pm.
- Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 9am until 2pm.
- Where: Linden Public Library.
- How: Reservations recommended, so that we have enough materials. Donations appreciated. $5 for a Friend member to wrap your holiday gifts.
