Lindon Parks & Recreation JUNE 2024 Newsletter
SUMMER IS HERE! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, there are 98 days of summer. With the pool open, beautiful parks, and lots of fun programs and events, there is no better palce to spend your summer than with LindonCheck 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
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*
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
SUMMER 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.
YOUTH RIDING CLUB
Come improve your riding abilities through training in various events such as barrel racing, roping, reining, western pleasure, trail, keyhole, poles, carrying flags, and rodeo queening. Contact Shawnee Rasmussen if you have any questions at 385-535-7719.
Session 2: July 11-Aug 8 ($105)
Club meets Thursdays from 9:30-11:00 AM in the arena. For more info or to register, head to LindonRecreation.org/ ridingclub.
EVENTS
CENTENNIAL SUMMER KICKOFF
Join Lindon Parks & Rec as we kick off summer in a historic way! The Centennial Summer Kickoff will be an event you do not want to miss! There will be foam machines, shave ice, dunk tanks, lawn games, and much more! Don’t forget to stop by the pavilion and check out our Centennial TIME CAPSULE!
We are bringing back our historic WATERMELON BUST that the residents of Lindon used to play back in the early 1900’s! Signups will be available at the event for the main watermelon bust and age divisions will be open for the watermelon seed spitting competition! See more info on this event at LindonRecreation.org/events.
Centennial Summer Kickoff
Fryer Park (600 N Main) Wednesday, June 5 1:00-3:00 PM
LINDON CENTENNIAL HISTORIC ADVENTURE
As a part of the Centennial Celebrations, the Lindon Historic Commission is hosting a city-wide Historic Adventure!
Travel through the town to learn about the great history of Lindon City and have a chance to win big along the way!!
The Adventure will start at the beginning of July. Make sure to follow Lindon City social media and the website for updates on the scavenger hunt.
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Who is ready for another great summer of Movies in the Park sponsored by Bank of Utah! All movies are free and will start at dusk unless otherwise specified! A small treat and drink will be provided. Make sure to bring your chair, blanked, and get ready for summer of fun!! Head to LindonRecreation.org/events for see a full lineup of movies.
Trolls Anderson Farms June 14
Wonka City Center July 19
Kung Fu Panda 4 Pioneer Park Aug 6
Peter Pan (1924) Community Center Aug 8
Haunted Mansion City Center Sept 27
Muppet Christmas Community Center Dec 20
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
AQUTAICS CENTER HOLIDAY DATES
The Lindon Aquatics Center will be open during Holiday Hours (11:00-6:00 PM) on the following dates.
May 27 Memorial Day 11:00-6:00 PM
June 19 Juneteenth 11:00-6:00 PM
July 4 Independence Day 11:00-6:00 PM
July 24 Pioneer Day 11:00-6:00 PM
Sept 2 Labor Day 11:00-6:00 PM
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 6/7 or 6/21) Community Center
Cardio Drumming 11:15 AM Every Thursday Community Center
Senior Family BBQ 5:00 PM Monday, June 17 Pioneer Park
Fraud/Medicare Updates - MAG 12:15 PM Thursday, June 27 Community Center
Senior Family BBQ will be on Monday, June 17 at 5:00 PM. There will be a musical performance so don’t miss out! The dinner is $5.00 per person and you can sign up at the Community Center to sign-up. Don’t miss out on this Hawaiian BBQ!
SUMMER SENIOR WATER AEROBICS
Start your day with a SPLASH! This class is designed for seniors, all are welcome! The class promotes flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, and an increase in laugh lines!
Classes will be held Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from June 3-Aug 8 from 7:30-8:30 AM at the Lindon Aquatics Center. Water is 3-3.5ft deep and heated. Swim belts, dumbbells, and pool noodles provided. Senior price $2.00, general admission $3.00. No registration required. Show up and swim!
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.
