Lindon Parks & Recreation APR 2024 Newsletter
Spring is finally here! As the temperatures ramp up, so does Lindon Parks & Rec! We are making sure the parks are ready to go, the pool is filled and balanced, and classes are ready for registrations. Check out the list of programs and events and reach out by emailing at recreation@lindoncity.org or by calling 801-769-8625 if you have any questions.
SPORTS
BASEBALL
Lindon City’s Baseball league will be starting in June! We are providing a small-sized, recreation league to focus on skill development and sportsmanship. The league is based on helping the players develop knowledge of the game, and to help focus on fundamentals of baseball. This will provide an opportunity to learn the basics skills. All leagues are recreation, scores and standings will not be kept.
Register at LindonRecreation.org/sports
Registration: Jan 1-Apr 27
Season: Jun 4-27
Fee: $40
FLAG FOOTBALL
Lindon City’s flag football league will be starting in August! We are providing a small-sized, recreation league to focus on skill development and sportsmanship. Field and team sizes are based on helping the players develop knowledge of the game, and to help focus on fundamentals of football.
All games will be played at Pioneer Park. NEW THIS YEARGames are played either on a Tuesday/Thursday evening between 4-6 PM to avoid conflict with Fall Soccer which happens on Saturdays. Games will be one hour, starting on the hour. Practice length and time will be at the coaches discretion.
Registration: Jan 1-July 5
Season: Aug 13-Sept 19
Fee: $40
Utah Elite Soccer Camp
Have your young athlete trained by college soccer players this summer! Whether your child is just staring out, or looking to improve on existing skills, Utah Elite Soccer will help your child achieve their goal while having a blast, making friends, and learning life lessons.
Register at LindonRecreation.org/clinics
Camp 1: June 10-14
Camp 2: July 15-19
Ages 4-12
Fee: $60*
*$10 discount for those who register before April 1
CLASSES
CHESS CLUB
The Lindon Community Chess Club will be held every Wednesday evening from 6:00-9:00 PM at the Lindon Community Center and is FREE! There will be an hour of instruction and two hours of game play. First time? No problem! Come learn how to play chess or improve your skill with others. All ages are welcome. Bring your friends and come enjoy and evening of chess!
Dates/Time: Every Wednesday, 6:00-9:00 PM
Ages: ALL ages
Fee: FREE
Location: Lindon Community Center
WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMS
Need a break from the kids? The Rec classes are a great way to get kids out of the house and engaging in fun and creative programs. Head to LindonRecreation.org/classes to see more information and to register. See below for available classes.
Kids in the Kitchen DIY Club
Theater Camp Space Camp
Survivor Camp
Wild West Camp
Fairy Garden And MUCH more!
For more info and to register, head to LindonRecreation.org/classes.
EVENTS
Healthy Lindon Family Health Fair
Join Lindon Parks & Rec as we kickoff our Healthy Lindon initiative at a Community Family Health Fair in partnership with the Iron Cowboy! There will be lots of information booths, snacks, classes, and swag!! Check out more information for this free event at LindonRecreation.org/events.
Community Health Fair
Lindon Community Center Saturday, April 13 9:00-11:00 AM
CENTENNIAL ARBOR DAY
Lindon City will be celebrating Arbor Day on May 3 with the planting of the Centennial Tree and commemorating a Centennial Bench. Join us to help plant this centennial tree and unveil the commemorative bench. There will be lots of Arbor Day prizes and food so don’t miss out!
Centennial Arbor Day
City Park Upper Octagon Pavilion
150 N State (behind City Hall) Friday, May 3 6:30 PM
MISC
PARKS & REC TEXTING SERVICE
Lindon Parks & Recreation has many fun and engaging programs and events to offer to the community! If you are interested in getting text notifications, please join our texting service. This is a great way to stay connected to all the programs, events, and activities Lindon has to offer!
To opt-in, please text 801-769-8625 with a keyword from the list below.
Text ALL to be placed in all text groups
Text EVENT for event information
Text POOL for Aquatics Center info
Text REC for rec programming
Text SPORTS for sports info
LINDON DAYS JR RODEO ROYALTY
Applications are now open for the 2024 Lindon Days Jr Rodeo Royalty! Check out LindonRecreation.org/rodeo for the application and more information about the competition. Applicants need to turn in their application to Shawnee Rasmussen before Saturday, April 27. There will be a Queen Clinic on April 6 for info and coaching for the pageant. See LindonRecreation.org/rodeo for more info.
POOL PUNCH PASS SALE
All Aquatics Center punch passes will be on sale starting April 1 and will be discounted 20% off for the entire month! Make sure you purchase your passes before the pool opens on May 25 at 11:00 AM. Check out our new 3 Punch FlowRider pass! Head to LindonRecreation.org to buy passes today!
AQUATICS CENTER REGISTRATIONS
All Aquatics Center swim lessons and programs will open for registration on May 1 at 9:00 AM. Check out updated information on classes and swim team by going to our new website LindonRecreation.org/pool.
CENTENNIAL
CENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS
This year, Lindon City celebrates its 100th year as a city! There will be MANY fun events and programs to participate in throughout the year as we celebrate our centennial celebration! Make sure you follow LindonRecreation.org/centennial for all the programs and events. You can also text “100” to 801-769-8625 to get updates on all the Centennial events and activities happening this year.
PURCHASE DOWDLE PUZZLE AND PRINTS!
Order your puzzles and framed giclée prints today! We are out of 1,000 piece puzzles but still have 300 and 500 piece puzzles. All framed giclée prints are pre-sale only. You can order your puzzles and prints Online or at the front desk of the Community Center.
All puzzles can be picked up at the Community Center MondayFriday from 9:00-6:00 PM. Print orders will be notified when their order has arrived. Head to LindonRecreation.org/centennial to purchase your puzzle or giclée prints today!
CENTENNIAL TREE PLANTING
In preparation of Lindon’s 100-year centennial celebration in 2024, the Lindon City Mayor and Council members have issued a challenge to see if the city can plant 1,000 new trees or woody shrubs staring in March of 2023 until October 2024. Trees planted on private and public property count towards this goal. Go to LindonRecreation.org/trees or scan the QR code to report your tree planting today!
SENIORS
SENIOR CALENDAR
Check out the calendar for the Lindon Senior Center. If you want more info on our Senior Services including daily lunch, stop by the Lindon Community Center or reach out to Jamie Jensen at jjensen@lindoncity.org. You can also find all updates at LindonRecreation.org/senior-center.
Bingo 12:30 PM Every Friday (no Bingo on 4/5) Community Center
Cardio Drumming 11:15 AM Every Thursday (no class on 3/7) Community Center Blood Pressure Clinic 11:30 AM Tuesday, April 16
LINDON CARES
COMMUNITIES THAT CARE
Lindon Cares is an evidence-based prevention coalition working to strengthen families, build community resilience, and reduce the risk of addiction, substance misuse, abuse, and suicide. Gather more information, sign up for free classes, or search local resources at lindonrecreation.org/lindoncares.
Creating a Tech-Healthy Family
Come listen to Andrea Davis as she covers what every parent needs to know to reduce screen time, restore family connection, and raise kids who thrive in a digital world. Andrea is the founder of Better Screen Time, an author, a youth advocate, and a mom of five. This event is free and will have dinner starting at 6 PM.
Timpanogos High School Auditorium Monday, April 15 Event starts at 7 PM