CELEBRATE LINDON
A giant tabogan slide, built in the 1920’s, was one of the many lakeside attractions at the Geneva Resort. The rodeo arena in the
Schedule of Events
SATURDAY, AUG 3
Pickleball Mixer Various Times Anderson Farms (1550 W Lancaster Way)
5K and Fun Run 7:00 AM City Park (200 N State Street)
Horse Trail Ride 9:00 AM South Fork Staging Provo Canyon
Stringtown Fair 11:00-8:00 PM City Park (200 N State Street)
SUNDAY, AUG 4
Concert in the Park 7:30 PM City Park (200 N State Street)
MONDAY, AUG 5
Car Show 4:00-9:00 PM Pheasant Brook Park (400 N 800 W)
Cowgirl Clinic 6:30-8:00 PM Horse Arena (200 N Main Street)
TUESDAY, AUG 6
Senior Citizen Bingo 10:00 AM Community Center (25 N Main Street)
Harris Pioneer Home Tour 7:00 PM Pioneer Park (150 S 500 E)
Night Out Against Crime 7:00 PM Pioneer Park (150 S 500 E)
Ice Cream Social 8:00 PM Pioneer Park (150 S 500 E)
Movie in the Park Dusk Pioneer Park (150 S 500 E)
WEDNESDAY, AUG 7
Chess Tournament 10:00 AM Community Center (25 N Main Street)
Huck Finn Fun 6:30 PM Fryer Park (600 N Main Street)
Star Party 9:30 PM Dry Canyon Trailhead
THURSDAY, AUG 8
Centennial Movie 12:30 PM Community Center (25 N Main Street)
Farmers Market 5:00-9:00 PM City Park (200 N State Street)
Jr. Rodeo Pre-Show 6:00 PM Horse Arena (200 N Main Street)
Jr. Rodeo 7:00 PM Horse Arena (200 N Main Street)
Mayor’s Candy Scramble 8:00 PM (approx) Horse Arena (200 N Main Street)
Dirt Dance After Rodeo Horse Arena (200 N Main Street)
FRIDAY, AUG 9
Video Game Tournament 10:00 AM Community Center (25 N Main Street)
Grand Parade 7:00 PM NEW ROUTE - See pg. 36
SATURDAY, AUG 10
Public Safety Breakfast 7:30-9:00 AM Public Safety Bldg (90 N State Street)
Cardboard Regatta 9:00 AM Lindon Aquatics Center (60 W 60 N)
Free Swim Day 11:00-6:00 PM Lindon Aquatics Center (60 W 60 N)
Dime Dive 1:30 PM Lindon Aquatics Center (60 W 60 N)
Belly Flop 2:30 PM Lindon Aquatics Center (60 W 60 N)
KenDucky Derby 3:30 PM Lindon Aquatics Center (60 W 60 N)
Food Vendors 6:30 PM Pheasant Brook Park (400 N 800 W)
Ping-Pong Drop 7:00 PM Pheasant Brook Park (400 N 800 W)
Exit Strategy Concert 8:30 PM Pheasant Brook Park (400 N 800 W)
Fireworks After Concert Pheasant Brook Park (400 N 800 W)
Mayor’s Message
We are delighted to extend our warmest greetings to each of you as we approach a momentous occasion in our city’s history - the Lindon City Centennial Celebration! This milestone marks not only a hundred years of vibrant community life but also a testament to the resilience and spirit of our citizens. Our roots began in 1861 when a few of the families from the Pleasant Grove Fort moved out onto the land south, settling along a wagon route which had once been an Indian trail that is today State Street. At first these settlers lived in dirt dugouts, but later built homes out of logs hauled from the mountains or made from adobe bricks. This string of homes became known as “Stringtown”. As more settlers came, they took up large tracts of land to the east and west and settled on them with big herds of sheep and farms.
Life was rough and full of much hard work, but they still found time to have fun. Dances and parties were held in their homes or at the lakeshore. They produced plays, honored the “old folks” once a year and the children played all sorts of games and sometimes did naughty pranks when the chores were done. When someone was ill, neighbors came together to bring in the harvest. They laughed together, worked together, and shared each other’s dreams and sorrows.
Water was one of the first necessities of life here for livestock and growing food. Wherever a small stream could be found, people used it for drinking and washing clothes. Sometimes they had to haul water from 3-4 miles away. Not a big creek, Curly springs was the main source for the pioneers, (right above Canberra) but they needed to come together to do the back-breaking work with picks, shovels and horses to dig canals and ditches to bring water closer to their homes. So, in 1865 the settlers of Stringtown formed an Irrigation Board. There are stories about the fistfights over water all the way up Provo Canyon to establish Lindon’s right to water down the canal, but this was a serious matter of life and death for them.
As the century turned, eventually the few scattered families of Stringtown had grown to 455 people and they decided a meeting would be held in the church house to discuss whether it was time to build a water system for the health and welfare of the people. A bond election was held to vote for the issuance of $45,000 worth of waterworks bonds for the purpose of acquiring and building a sufficient water supply. 59 total votes were cast – 52 for and 7 against. The bonds couldn’t be issued unless an official local government entity existed, so a petition was sent to the county asking permission and an official name for the community had to be put forward.
In the early years of Stringtown, mail for the settlers was delivered by stagecoach or pony express and dropped off in a mail bag hanging by a nail on an old Linden tree near the present-day Los Hermanos restaurant. In 1889 an application to obtain the town’s first post office was sent to Washington D.C. and a name was needed for it. Because the old Linden tree was a landmark, they decided to use “LINDEN”. But when the official paperwork came back, someone back in Washington had misspelled the postal station name to “LINDON”. Well, that misspelled name must have gained some endearment, because the town voted that was the name and spelling to use in the application to the county to incorporate as a city. Official incorporation was granted on March 24, 1924 with Lindon consisting of 82 families and a total of 458 souls.
City Council
Today we proudly number just under 13,000 residents and boast every kind of business and industry, enjoy beautiful parks and trails with top-notch big-city amenities and services, yet we still treasure our motto of “A Little bit of Country” encouraging animal rights and small pastures or farms amid our urban growth - and most importantly our neighborly small-town feel.
The historic Lindon Book OUR TOWN asks; “Will we follow the many sterling examples of sacrifice, dedication, and cooperation that the early settlers exhibited in leaving for us such gifts as excellent water supplies, roads, schools, and churches? Will we continue to work together so that we can pass this heritage on to others?” Today we answer with a resounding “YES!!” Our Centennial Celebration provides us with a unique opportunity to reflect on our shared heritage, celebrate our achievements, and look forward to a future filled with promise. It is a time to honor those who have contributed to Lindon’s success and to recognize the values of hard work, family and service that bind us together as a community. I encourage all residents, young and old, to join in the festivities and make this year-long centennial celebration a true reflection of Lindon’s spirit and unity.
Thank you for being a part of Lindon’s rich history and bright future.
(From left to right)
Top: Lincoln Jacobs, Steve Stewart, Cole Hooley
Bottom: Van Broderick, Carolyn Lundberg, Jake Hoyt
Lindon Centenarian
The Lindon Amusement Hall. The picture was taken in 1906 on Old Folks’ Day.
“The Amusement Hall was used for all kinds of entertainment by ward and community. One of the most notable events was the Old Folks’ Day and ward reunion. This was held annually, usually on February 22. Those individuals over age sixty-five were honored guests. They were given VIP transportation to the hall in buggies or bob-sleighs, and in later years by automobiles.” - Lindon, Our Town (1983)
William Harris received a Centennial Medallion at his 100th birthday party in April at Spring Gardens. The Orem Chapter of the American Legion also honored him for his service as a soldier. Bill was born right here in Lindon in 1924. The little house he was raised in still stands today! See below.
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Lindon Historic Commission
Want to learn more about the history of Lindon? Visit with our Historic Preservation Commission. The Commission is an advisory board organized to make recommendations to the City Council regarding their various assignments, including educating the public concerning the historic preservation and cultural heritage of Lindon, continuing longstanding community traditions such as the annual Christmas Tree Lighting.
You can also visit their website to see a copy of the Lindon, Our Town history book along with many other great articles of the history of Lindon.
Visit their website today at lindon.gov/historic-preservation-commission
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Centennial Grand Marshals
As a part of our Centennial celebrations, we are pleased to announce that the 2024 Grand Marshals are all of the living past Mayors of Lindon City and their spouse.
Scott & Brenda Cullimore
Scott Cullimore has lived in Lindon most of his life. When he was born, there were two wards in Lindon; the 1st ward was above the highway and the 2nd ward was below the highway. He is still a member of the 2nd ward.
His ancestors were among the first settlers of Lindon and at the time Lindon was called Stringtown. Brenda Cullimore comes from Oasis, Utah where she grew up on her family’s farm. They met at BYU at a Valentine‘s Day dance and have been together ever since. They have three children, Tiffany (Darren Walker), Cindy (David Mishler), and Jordan Cullimore (Natasha). They have fourteen grandchildren and one great grandchild, with one on the way.
Brenda is proud to have served as a mother to her wonderful children, but also taught school at Sego Lilly in Lehi for twenty years. Scott has served as a Justice Court Judge for the past twenty-eight years and is currently a Senior Judge working part time. Brenda and Scott served together for many years on the Historic Committee and loved to help with many historical projects. Scott served two terms on the Lindon City Council and one term as Mayor. They love the open spaces concept of Lindon and hope that we can always have that little bit of country feeling.
Larry & Linda Ellertson
Larry and Linda met at what is now Southern Utah University while attending school. Following school, they moved to Arizona where Larry worked as a CPA for Haskins and Sells, one of the Big 8 Accounting firms, while Linda taught elementary school. When their family started, Linda became a full-time mother.
They moved back to Utah in 1977 where Larry worked for Utah Power and Light. They are the parents of 5 children, 15 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren with another one expected in July. Larry had the opportunity to serve as mayor of Lindon for just over 8 years and as a Utah County Commissioner for 12 years. When the children were older, Linda returned to work as a school teacher. Linda has now retired and Larry is semi-retired while continuing to do some work as an advisor to Congressman John Curtis.
Linda now enjoys her quilting and book club activities and Larry continues to enjoy working outdoors and tending to his horses. In addition, they are members of the Lone Peak 4Wheel Jeep Club and enjoy off-road adventures throughout Utah and some surrounding states. They have and do enjoy living in Lindon with the many good neighbors and friends they have and look forward to the future of our great community.
Lindon Stringtown Days 2024
Jim & Pam Dain
Pam grew up in Sanpete County and later moved to Orem where her family started Corbet Trailer Sales. Jim Grew up in Provo on the Edgemont bench and attended Orem schools. Jim and Pam were Junior High School sweethearts. They met each other when Pam was in the seventh grade, and Jim was in the eighth grade. They dated all through high school and were married on July 21, 1972, 52 years ago.
Jim and Pam always had a dream of finding and fixing up an old home. In 1975 they found that place in Lindon, Utah and started working on it. In 1976, they moved to their home and the work has never stopped. Lindon is their forever home. They raised 5 children, Ryan, Hayden, Zachary, Bridger, and Mckenzie in the foothills of Mount Timpanogos in this beautiful city of Lindon.
Lindon opened its heart and soul to their family and they have worked hard at giving back that love. Jim served in various positions of Lindon City government. Three 4-year terms on City Council and two terms as Lindon Mayor. Jim also served on the Lindon Board of Adjustments and the Lindon Historic Preservation Commission.
Pam and Jim are now retired after long careers at Alpine School District for Pam, and Brigham Young University for Jim. They love this city and the people in it. Their prize possession is a key to the city that they proudly display on the front door of their little fixer upper on the corner of 400 East and 400 North. Jim and Pam want to thank everyone for the opportunity to serve as part of the Grand Marshal team as we celebrate 100 years of the finest city in America.
Jeff & Karen Acerson
Jeff is from Green River, Utah and Karen is from Moab. They built and moved into their home in Lindon in 1992 and have loved living next to the most wonderful people on earth ever since.
After hearing from his church leaders that members should be more involved in their community, Jeff decided to run for a city council seat and served for a couple of terms. Jeff was then appointed as Mayor. A few years into his service as Mayor, Jeff received a mission call to serve as the mission president of the Italy, Rome Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Upon their return, Jeff was elected to the city council and then again as Mayor for two more terms. In 2020, during his final year as mayor, Jeff was appointed by the governor to serve a four-year term as a trustee for the Utah Transit Authority (UTA).
Karen worked as the director of customer support for WordPerfect Corporation. She helped to organize the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival and served as it’s executive director and president for much of that time. Karen has served on the Utah Valley University Board of Trustees, the Mountainland Technical College Board of Trustees, and currently serves as a board member at Brades’ Place, a nonprofit organization.
Jeff and Karen are grateful for their time here in Lindon and for the many wonderful programs and people who have helped them raise their six children (Mark, Kimberly, Lisa, Scott, Marianne, and Stephanie). They currently have eight grandchildren with at least one more on the way. They also have several unofficially-adopted children and grandchildren that have been welcomed into their home over the years.
Youth Council
We have begun our third year of Lindon Youth Council. It has been an amazing experience for a number of our Lindon youth. They have done a wonderful job representing the exceptional young people that live in our community.
The Lindon City Youth Council is an organization that is dedicated to providing leadership training and service opportunities for interested Lindon youth in grades 9-12. Youth Council offers Lindon area teens opportunities to gain a greater understanding and appreciation for their community, its citizens, and elected officials through service and interaction.
The Youth Council helps the elected officials understand the needs of children and youth in the community and works with groups throughout the city to provide service and leadership opportunities.
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Little Miss Lindon
(From left to right)
Whitney Pace, Izzy Slade, Abigail Robertson, Lexi Tremblay, Amelia Ferrin
Abigail Robertson is the daughter of James and Jenny Robertson. She is 11 years old and will be attending Oak Canyon Junior High in the fall. Abby is in the dual-immersion program for Portuguese and would love to visit Brazil one day. Her favorite things to do are reading, arts & crafts, dancing, playing tennis, and skiing. This year Abigail raised funds, purchased supplies and assembled 215 activity kits for Primary Children’s Hospital. She thought kids would enjoy doing something while going through a hard time. She feels blessed to be a part of Little Miss Lindon this centennial year and loves serving at the events. She has a lot of pride in her hometown and has enjoyed working on the parade float that pays tribute to our town. She looks forward to Lindon Days with all the fun events and likes how it brings the community together.
Alexandra Tremblay is the daughter of Bruno and Kimberly Tremblay. She is 13 years old and attends Oak Canyon Jr High School. Alexandra is always singing. Her hobbies include art, writing poetry, dance, drama, baking, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. Alexandra loves to serve and help others. She started a Service Club at Oak Canyon and she was even given a Youth Service Award from Mayor Lundberg for her service at the Lindon Senior Center last year. For her Little Miss Lindon Service Project this year she made snack kits for local refugees. Alexandra has a big heart and doesn’t like to see people suffer. She chose this project because she wanted to make a difference in helping people who have been displaced from their homes, which she felt would be a particularly hard challenge. Alexandra loves Lindon City! She is so happy to be able to do more to serve our community as royalty, and feels it is a privilege, especially with it being the Centennial.
Amelia Ferrin is 12 years old and is the daughter of Thomas and Laura Ferrin. She is the oldest of three kids and will be attending Oak Canyon Junior High in the fall. Amelia loves to crochet, play violin, bake, play with animals, and play sports. Amelia’s service project was working with her family to knit 181 hats for the babies in the NICU at Timpanogos Regional Hospital. Amelia is looking forward to the Free Swim Day during Lindon Days, when she will get to help with the KenDucky Derby and the Cardboard Boat Regatta. She loves being involved in making Lindon City events happen and getting to see what happens “behind the scenes.”
Izzy Slade is the daughter of Ryan & Bryndee Slade. Izzy is 12 years old and is sad to be leaving Lindon Elementary and all of the teachers she has loved so much. Izzy has music in her soul. She can be heard singing non-stop around the house. She loves theater and dance. She enjoyed playing Baloo in the Jungle Book and Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka this last year. She’s very artistic and loves to create. For Izzy’s service project, she organized a musical talent showcase with friends to perform for the residents of Spring Gardens Care Center. Izzy sang a solo, and had friends and family play their respective instruments. She really enjoyed talking with the elderly people there. Izzy is thrilled to serve the city of Lindon this year! She looks forward to every opportunity to engage with the community and is always asking her mom when the next event will be.
Whitney Pace is the daughter of Gene and Neisha Pace. She is 13 and will be starting eighth grade in the fall. Whitney loves to perform, read, and swim. Her favorite subject in school is band and she enjoys getting to improve her skills on her trumpet. Whitney went to Spring Gardens Assisted Living and played games and planned activities for the residents for her service project. She has continued her service monthly for the last year and a half. Whitney is looking forward to Lindon Days, especially the Boat Regatta race and the KenDucky Derby. Whitney has loved serving in the royalty and is excited to continue to bring others joy in the coming months.
Jr Rodeo Royalty
Carlie Nielson, Jane Tanner, Jaina Johnson
Queen Jane Tanner has always been referred to as a “social butterfly” by her family and friends due to her outgoing, energetic, and sweet personality. She is a 15-year-old from Highland city and when she’s not with her heart horse Gypsy she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, singing, reading, trying new things especially different sports, and participating in her schools chamber choir. She has been riding her entire life and began her riding journey in the english world achieving a D3 level in the United States Pony Club, but ultimately found a passion for the western world. She was the 1st attendant for the Highland City Jr. Rodeo Royalty in 2023 and is excited to continue her rodeo queening journey for many years to come and bring her ”little bit of country” to Lindon.
1st Attendant Carlie Nielson is the 3rd child of Carl and Laurie Nielson. Carlie is 16 years old, lives in Lindon and is currently a sophomore attending Pleasant Grove High school. She is very responsible and involved in many different activities while being on High Honor Roll at school. She enjoys playing club soccer for Utah Valley United year round. She also loves horses and has been training a young filly mustang for the past two years. She has gained experience and knowledge while training. Going into the arena with a plan in mind doesn’t always pan out and you have to adjust your lesson plan because every day is different and you need to find the little wins with each step. She feels the lessons she learns while training her horses also apply to her daily life. You have to be comfortable with change and be willing to modify your plans.
2nd Attendant Jaina Johnson is a 13-year-old from Lehi, Utah. She has many hobbies, one of them being all kinds of art from painting and drawing to even crochet. She got the amazing opportunity to represent Highland City as their 2023 Jr rodeo Queen. She’s now so grateful and excited to get the chance to be on the 2024 Lindon Rodeo Royalty. Aside from rodeo queening she has a big passion for barrel racing, and hopes to compete for Miss Teen Rodeo USA. Jaina also hopes to someday pursue a career in movie directing. Jaina and her lovable palomino quarter horse Apollo enjoy competing in Utah county 4H shows every summer. Jaina believes that anyone can reach their dreams in life, and hopes to spread that message as a rodeo queen.
The “South School” (left) was the built in 1900 with the new addition (right) completed in 1949. It was eventually condemned as a fire hazard and torn down in 1966. The current Lindon Elementary school opened in 1967.
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Pickleball Tourney
Saturday, Aug 3
When: Various Times
Where: Anderson Farms 1550 Lancaster Way
Kick off Lindon Days with Lindon’s Pickleball Mixer Tournament! Get ready for a thrilling day of competition and camaraderie at our Mixed Doubles
Pickleball Tournament. Sign up as a single player, and you will play with different players throughout the event. We will play 6 round-robin games followed by a single elimination tournament. Hurry! Spots are limited and will fill up fast. Scan the QR code for more info and to register.
5K and Fun Run
Saturday, Aug 3
When: 5k (7:00 AM)
Kids 1 Mile (8:00 AM)
Where: City Center Park 200 N State Street
Lindon’s 5K and Fun Run will start and end at the City Center Park this year.
Packet pickup will be both Aug 2 at Community Center from 4-6 PM or Aug 3 at 6:30 AM at the City Park.
Scan the QR Code for the race route and to register for the race today!
Horse Trail Ride
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 9:00 AM
Where: South Fork Staging Provo Canyon
Saddle up and join us for a beautiful morning trail ride! The trail ride will start at 9am sharp at the South Fork Transfer Station up Provo Canyon. Please have your horses tacked up and ready to ride by 9 AM. Participants must bring their own horse. After the trail ride a lunch will be provided and we will have a raffle with some great prizes! Participation is free. Scan the QR Code to register.
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Stringtown Fair
Saturday, Aug 3
When: 11:00-8:00 PM
Where: City Center Park 200 N State Street
Coming back for this years Centennial Celebration is Lindon’s Stringtown Fair. To commemorate how this all started, we will have games, rides, Creators Collective Market booths, food vendors, local performers, contests, and more! You do not want to miss out on all the nostalgia of old time Lindon. Bring your family for a fun filled day at the park.
Lindon Fair History
“The Lindon Fair was started in the early days of Lindon. It is one activity which has endured the test of time. It was first started by the boys displaying their choice calves they had raised in 4-H club. Other items were displayed, and it gradually developed into a small fair. The fair was discontinued for many years, and then in March 1940, a committee was organized, and a fair was held in the late summer.
The fair was then held at the old church grounds at 400 N and Main Street. It consisted mainly of displays and a horse pulling contest. A big tent was set up to house the exhibits of fruit and vegetables, bottled goods, handiwork, and other arts and crafts. Winners of the exhibit items were awarded a sack of flour or a sack of sugar.
No fair was held in 1942 because of the war. In 1943, the fair was begun again. The fair then consisted of an animal show, pony races, and games.
The Lindon Community Fair of today has been called the “Biggest Little Fair in Utah.” It is held at the Lindon Park each August and everyone in the community is encouraged to participate. There are exhibits of fruits, vegetables, flowers, home baked goods, pickles, jam, and handiwork. There is always an interesting arts and crafts display.
The day begins with a traditional early-morning flag ceremony, followed by a breakfast which is cooked and served by the Lindon Lion’s Club. Throughout the remainder of the day, the fair features a wide variety of activities and attractions, including a parade, a pet show, games, horse riding events, and a youth show.
The day concludes with an outstanding youth show geared towards youth of all ages. For those who have horses, there are various novelty races. There is also a calf riding. Among the favorite events for children are the animal chases. Rabbits, chickens, ducks, and other small animals are turned loose in the arena. The boys and girls enthusiastically pursue the animals of their choice--and they put their hearts into the chase for a good reason. They get to keep the animals...if they can catch it.
An outstanding feature of the annual Lindon Fair during the 1960s, was the children’s parade with its beautiful children, miniature floats, decorated bicycles, tricycles, etc. Several days prior to the parade time, there was much ado and preparation put into the children’s royalty contest.
Lindon boys and girls were encouraged to contend for one of four positions: King, Queen, Sir Lindon, or Lady Lindon. All unsuccessful candidates were dubbed princes and princesses, so that every child was a winner. The Pleasant Grove Review always featured the parade royalty contestant with an interesting story write-up and special pictures.” - Lindon, Our Town (1983)
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Concert in the Park
Sunday, Aug 4
When: 7:30 PM
Where: City Center Park 200 N State Street
Meet Funeral Potatoes! For the past 22 years they have been captivating Utah County communities with uplifting music, lush harmonies, and thought provoking stories.
Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks and enjoy the evening with us.
Car Show
Monday, Aug 5
When: 4:00-9:00 PM
Where: Pheasant Brook Park
400 N 800 W
Our Centennial Car Show is here! This timeless event is great for the entire family! With countless cars, trucks, motorcycles, tricycles, and more, it is an event you don’t want to miss out on! Come hungry and try some of the food trucks! Food trucks will be listed online.
Interested in showing off your vehicle this year? Registration is FREE! Scan the QR code to register or call into the Community Center at 801-769-8625. You can also sign up at the registration booth before the event.
Cowgirl Clinic
Monday, Aug 5
When: 6:30-8:00 PM
Where: Horse Arena 200 N Main Street
Come learn what it takes to be a cowgirl or cowboy from your 2024 Lindon Days Jr. Rodeo Royalty! There will be free pony rides and roping lessons! This event is for kids and youth.
TUESDAY, AUG 6
Senior Citizen Bingo
Tuesday, Aug 6
When: 10:00 AM
Where: Community Center 25 N Main Street
Grab a grand kiddo, a friend or neighbor and come join us for our Lindon Days Senior Citizen event! Spots are limited, please sign up by scanning the QR code. Come for a treat and BINGO!
BINGO!! BINGO!!! This event is for our Senior Citizens so please bring one with you.
Harris Home History
“This is one of the original ‘Stringtown’ homes built along State Street in 1865. The house was owned by Harriet and Joseph Harris and was often the site of dances and other social events.
Harris Pioneer Home Tour
Tuesday, Aug 6
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Pioneer Park
150 S 500 E
Ever wondered what is inside the old home at Pioneer Park? Come find out and take a tour of the historic Harris Pioneer home! Learn some fun facts about the home and preserved items inside. This is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge of Lindon! Tours of the historic home are available starting at 7:00 PM or throughout the year by contacting the Lindon City Community Development department at (801) 785-7687.
At one time, the house was slated for demolition. The bulldozers were on the site when Pam Dain, a Lindon resident with an interest in historic architecture and antiques, was driving her school bus and saw the demolition crew. She pulled the bus between the house and bulldozers and asked the operators to wait until she could make a few phone calls. Pam single-handedly saved one of Lindon’s few remaining examples of architecture of the earliest period of our history.
The home was eventually moved to the pioneer home that sits at Pioneer Park.”Lindon, Our Town (1983)
Little Bits of Lindon
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The Little Bits of Lindon is a visual treasure hunt that was a staple with every Lindon Days magazine! It was introduced in 2006 and became a huge hit in the community. Bring back great memories or start new ones with your family by participating in the Little Bits of Lindon!
The game is simple; find and identify the larger versions of the little bits of the photographed images - building facades, fragments of signs, and other landmarks in Lindon.
1st Prize will be $500 CASH MONEY Prizes will be given to 2nd and 3rd place winners
Little Bits of Lindon Rules
1. Match the Little Bits of Lindon clues with the real thing. All items can be found within Lindon boundaries. No clues are photographed on individual residence. All are of commercial properties or public property. Everything pictured can be seen from the outside but not necessarily from the road. You may need to get out of your car.
2. Boundaries for the clues are from 600 South to 700 North, and from 200 East to 2000 West.
3. The pictures should be accurately reproduced.
4. Identify each clue with its exact location such as street address, name of building, etc.
5. Include your name, address, and phone number.
6. One entry per family will be allowed. Drop off answers in a sealed envelope to the Lindon Community Center (25 N Main) anytime during open business hours before Wednesday, Aug 7 at 6:00 PM.
7. Winners will be announced Saturday, Aug 10 at the start of the concert at Pheasant Brook Park (400 N 800 W). Winners must be present to win!
8. Copies of the clues can be found at LindonRecreation.org/lindon-days.
9. Good luck finding the Little Bits of Lindon!
Lindon City Employees and their familes are not eligible.
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TUESDAY, AUG 6
Night Out Against Crime
Tuesday, Aug 6
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Pioneer Park
150 S 500 E
Come visit the Officers of the Lindon Police Department for the 2024 National Night Out! This national event is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods a safer and better place to live.
Activities include fingerprinting, hangout with officers, see police gear, UHP wrecked cars, visit with local dispatchers, fun games, and more! Don’t forget to meet the Firefighters from our Lindon Station and mingle with members of BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse)! This will be a fun night for the whole family!
Officer Mike Manning (left) in his Police car serving under Chief of Police, Leon Laws. Approx. May 1981. At the time this picture was taken, the Police Deparmtnet consisted of one Chief, one Sergeant, two Officers, and one Clerk.
TUESDAY, AUG
City Council Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, Aug 6
When: 8:00 PM
Where: Pioneer Park
150 S 500 E
Before the movie in the park, stop by the pavilion and grab some ice cream served by our amazing City Council! We promise they are friendly and don’t bite!! This is a great time to get to know your local elected officials and mingle over some delicious ice cream! And what goes better with ice cream than pizza?? Make sure to grab a slice to dip in your ice cream.
Movie in the Park
Tuesday, Aug 6
When: Dusk
Where: Pioneer Park
150 S 500 E
Join Bank of Utah for another AMAZING Lindon Days Movie in the Park! Enjoy Kung Fu Panda 4 with your family under the stars! The show will begin at dusk. Come with your chairs, blankets, and have a great time!
Bank of Utah has been sponsoring the Movies in the Park for 11 years!! Make sure to visit Lindon’s Bank of Utah and thank them for helping put on the Movies in the Park!
Chess Blitz Tourney
Wednesday, Aug 7
When: 10:00 AM
Where: Community Center 25 N Main Street
Be a part of the Chess Blitz Tournament! The tournament will be fast moving and lots of fun! You do not need to be a pro to play! All skill levels are accepted!
Age groups will be 12 and under, 13-17, 1854, and 55+ years old. Register online for the tournament and get ready to play in our second Chess Blitz Tournament!
Don’t know how to play chess? No worries! This Tournament is for everyone. Come try your skill and be a part of this fun event. Scan QR to register.
Huck Finn Fun
Wednesday, Aug 7
When: 6:30 PM
Where: Fryer Park
600 N Main Street
Fryer Park is the place to be for some good old-fashion fun! The Huck Finn fishing event dates back MANY years in Lindon’s history and was usually done in July at the City Center Park.
Come ready to get wet with your fishing nets and get ready to take home the catch of the day!
Prizes will be awarded for Best Boy Huck Finn, Best Girl Huck Finn, First Fish Caught, Biggest Fish, and Littlest Person to Catch a Fish!
Huck Finn History
“The annual Huck Finn Day Celebration, held in July in the old Hollow, was a big event in the years past. It was originally created for Lindon children up to and including age thirteen. However, it often attracted almost as many adults as youngsters. The parents would show up as spectators or to participate in the competition and have fun.
Qualifications to enter the competition included a Huck Finn-style costume, fishing gear, and p-a-t-i-e-n-c-e.
Prizes were always awarded for best boy Huck Finn costume, best girl Huck Finn costume, first fish caught, first to catch the limit of six fish, the biggest fish, the littlest person to catch a fish.” - Lindon, Our Town (1983)
“The youngest person to catch a fish on Huck Finn Day - Gordon Gillman.”Lindon, Our Town (1983)
WEDNESDAY, AUG 7
Star Party
Wednesday, Aug 7
When: 9:30 PM
Where: Dry Canyon Trailhead
Parking Lot
Join the Utah Valley Astronomy Club for an evening under the stars! Bring your own telescope and receive tips and instructions from Lindon’s best stargazers or use the telescopes provided to view star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies under expert guidance from some amazing telescopes! Small treats will be provided for the best views of our stars.
Join us every Thursday evening at Lindon’s Sunset Farmers Market. Enjoy listening to local musicians as you shop for your favorite essentials! Find local vegetables, fruit, eggs, honey, milk, flowers, artisan baked goods, handcrafted soap, and much more! Grab dinner from one of the many delicious food trucks! THURSDAY,
Farmers Market
Thursday, Aug 8
When: 5:00-9:00 PM
Where: City Center Park 200 N State Street
Centennial Movie
Thursday, Aug 8
When: 12:30 PM
Where: Community Center 25 N Main Street
To celebrate our 100th year, we are throwing it back to 1924 as we watch the silent film Peter Pan! The film follows the original James M. Barrie play from 1904. The film also inspired Walt Disney to create his 1953 animated adaptation of the same name.
Bring your camping chairs, blankets, and join us as we celebrate a silent film that was made the year we became a town! Treats will be provided!!
Jr. Rodeo Pre-Show
Thursday, Aug 8
When: 6:00 PM
Where: Horse Arena 200 N Main Street
Grab your boots and hat and head down to the rodeo arena to experience Lindon’s “little bit of country.”
Pre-rodeo entertainment includes the stick horse race and cash cow starting at 6:00 PM. All pre-rodeo events are free and require no registration.
PRE-RODEO EVENTS
Cash cow: ages 10 & under, and 11 to 17 Stick horse race: ages 3-7, 8-16, 17+
Lindon Rodeo History
“Along with the normal events such as mutton bustin’, calf-riding, stick horse races, etc., the town would put on a horse-pulling contest. The contest took place on the dirt road adjoining the property of the old church grounds at 400 N and Main Street. The objective of the contest was to determine which team of horses could pull the most weight. A stone boat (similar to a wagon box on runners) was brought to the starting line. Weights, such as sacks of sand, were used to prove which team could pull the most weight the greatest distance. To have the best team in town was a great honor. In later years, since the tractor has replaced the horses, a few draft horses remain in Lindon. As a result, the horse pulling contests have been discontinued. But the memories of them still invoke many a story beginning with, ‘Remember the time when...’” - Lindon, Our Town (1983)
Registration for all events is limited and online pre-registration is required! There will be no same day entries for any event that requires registration. Participants must bring their own helmets for mutton bustin and steer riding. No helmet, no riding. Must have your own horse for the horse events.
Pre-registration Events
($10 entry fee per event)
Barrel Racing: any age
Pole Bending: any age
Steer Riding: 12-16 years old
Mutton Busting: 3+ years old, under 60 lbs
Lindon Jr. Rodeo
Thursday, Aug 8
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Horse Arena
200 N Main Street
It’s Jr Rodeo Time! The Jr. Rodeo will start at 7:00 PM sharp and include mutton bustin’, steer riding, pole bending, and barrel racing. Be sure to stay for the whole show for your chance to win some great raffle prizes! This is a classic Little Bit of Country event that is a town favorite! You will not want to miss out on the hometown feeling of a night at the rodeo in Lindon!
THURSDAY, AUG 8
Candy Scramble
Thursday, Aug 8
When: Approx 8:00 PM
Where: Horse Arena
200 N Main Street
At the end of our Jr. Rodeo, make sure to take part in the Mayor’s Candy Scramble. Its FREE!! Search through sawdust for candy galore! The adult group will have some extra prizes hidden throughout the sawdust! Don’t miss out on this popular event! Who doesn’t love candy?!
Dirt Dance
Thursday, Aug 8
When: After Rodeo Where: Horse Arena
200 N Main Street
After the candy scramble, stick around for some good ol’ fashioned country dancing brought to you by the Swingin’ Dance Co. Get your boots ready, bring your cowboy hat, and dance the night away in the rodeo arena!
“One of the favorite gathering places for young and old, from Utah Valley to Salt Lake, was the Dance Hall at the Geneva Bathing Resort. Opened in 1890 by Captain John Dallin, who named the resort after his daughter, Geneva.”Lindon, Our Town (1983)
Video Game Tourney
Friday, Aug 9
When: 10:00 AM
Where: Community Center 25 N Main Street
Are you a Mario Kart master?? Sign up for our double-elimination style tournament this Lindon Days! All equipment will be provided and awesome prizes are up for grabs. Age groups are 8-10, 11-13, and 14 and up. Registration ends Monday, August 5 at 5pm, so sign up online today! (Registration for this event is limited and online preregistration is required! There will be no same day entries for this tournament.) Scan QR Code to register today!
Grand Parade
Friday, Aug 9
When: 7:00 PM
Where: NEW ROUTE: Lindon 400 N (beginning at Canal Drive) traveling West to 200 E, traveling North to 600 N. Ends at Fryer Park.
Grab a seat along our NEW Parade route with your family, friends, and neighbors and watch our Lindon Days Grand Parade. Cheer and wave to the bands, dancers, local business and elected officials. There will be floats, horses, music, and all the things! Collect flyers, coupons, merchandise, and candy galore! Join us at Fryer Park after the parade for a special OSCAR MAYER surprise with the official Wienermobile!
Lindon Stringtown Days 2024
Public Safety Breakfast
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 7:30-9:00 AM
Where: Public Safety Building 90 N State Street
Meet Mayor Lundberg and the Lindon City Council along with the Police and Fire Department as they cook a pancake breakfast for the community. This event is FREE to the community so bring your whole family. We will serve pancakes, sausage, and a variety of fruit. Come eat and have a great time with the Public Safety Department and the Elected Officials.
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Boat Regatta
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 8:00-9:00 (check-in)
9:00 AM (race starts)
Where: Lindon Aquatics Center 60 W 60 N
Participate in our 9th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta! Participation is free. Express your creativity and build a two-man boat solely out of cardboard and duct tape. Race down and back in our lap pool for the fastest time. After the racing, we’ll have a swamping competition. Compete to be the last boat floating! Entry for spectators is free! We welcome everyone to come be involved at this entertaining event! Life jackets are required for all participants.
Scan the QR Code to see the official rules.
Free Swim Day
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 11:00-6:00 PM
Where: Lindon Aquatics Center 60 W 60 N
Lindon residents may swim for free all day at the Lindon Aquatics Center with proof of residency. We will have fun activities provided throughout the day! Entrance is not guaranteed. Non-residents are welcome to use a punch pass or pay for entry during regular business hours.
Don’t forget to stop by and visit with some of our resident mermaids and get your free watermelon!
Belly Flop Comp
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 2:30 PM
Where: Lindon Aquatics Center 60 W 60 N
Join us for our 7th Annual Belly Flop Competition! Competitors will flop into the deep end of the lap pool from starter blocks. Our panel of judges will score the flop based on creativity, belly painting, water splash radius, splash sound, redness, etc. Prizes will be distributed for Best Splash (first, second, third), Most Creative Belly, and of course, Red Belly. Sign up at the tent inside the pool. This competition is for belly floppers of all ages.
Dime Dive
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 1:30 PM
Where: Lindon Aquatics Center 60 W 60 N
Come dive for some dimes! At this event, Bank of Utah and our Little Miss Lindon royalty will be tossing $800 worth of dimes between three of our four age groups. Test your diving ability and snag some free money for spending or saving.
Age Groups: 0-3 (floating toys), 4-6 (dimes and toys), 7-10, & 11-14
KenDucky Derby
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 3:30 PM
Where: Lindon Aquatics Center 60 W 60 N
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Sign up for our 10th Annual KenDucky Derby when you arrive at the pool for Free Swim Day. We provide the numbered ducks, you provide your name. Participation is free and for all ages. The fastest duck down the slide, through the lazy river and to the finish line will be our Grand Prize winner. The 24 ducks following our champion duck will receive grab bags. Participants must be in attendance to win. Come cheer on the ducks and hope that lady luck is on your side.
Food Vendors
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 6:30 PM
Where: Pheasant Brook Park
400 N 800 W
After a week of Lindon Days fun, finish your day off at Pheasant Brook Park. We’ll have a handful of food vendors set up and ready before our evening concert. There will be a variety of vendors to choose from, so bring your family and come hungry!
Ping-Pong Drop
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 7:00 PM
Where: Pheasant Brook Park
400 N 800 W
To help celebrate our Centennial year, we will be droping 10k pingpong’s from the famous Fugal black helicopter! Get ready for the park to be covered in pingpong balls!! The ages will be from 2 (with parents help) to 16 years old. Find the winning balls for a prize!
Don’t forget to pre-game with us by playing fun lawn games before the show. Lots of fun things happening before the concert starts so make sure you are ready!
Exit Strategy Concert
Saturday, Aug 10
When: 8:30 PM
Where: Pheasant Brook Park
400 N 800 W
Can you say fun?! YES! Look no further than Exit Strategy!! These guys have rocked audiences from Vegas to Orlando, Vienna to Barcelona, and Cannes to Malta -- don’t forget LINDON! They know how to move a crowd! They will get the crowd up and on their feet! With a collection of high energy funk, blues, and pop classics, these guys will have you singing, dancing, and laughing all night long!
Fireworks
Saturday, Aug 10
When: After Concert
Where: Pheasant Brook Park
400 N 800 W
Following Exit Strategy, there will be a grand firework show! Don’t miss out on a night of pure fun! Fireworks to follow at approx. 10:00 PM SATURDAY,
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 EVENTS for Event Information
Text POOL for Aquatics Information
Text REC for Recreation Programming
Text SPORTS for Sports Information
Text 100 for Centennial Updates
Lindon Centennial Dowdle Puzzle
Did you know that Lindon City has a Centennial Dowdle Puzzle?? The artwork was commissioned and completed by our very own local Lindon resident, Eric Dowdle in March to celebrate the Centennial anniversary of our town!
There are still 500-piece and 300-piece puzzles left to purchase. Scan the QR code to purchase yours today or go to the Lindon Community Center while supplies last. You can also purchase them at any of the Lindon Days events.
Sports Registrations
Take a peak at the 2025 Lindon Parks & Rec youth sport leagues! Mark on your calendars and don’t miss out!
More info and to register at LindonRecreation.org/sports
Basketball Aug 1-Nov 29 Jan-Feb
Spring Soccer Nov 1-Feb 21 Apr-May
Baseball Jan 1-Apr 25 Jun-Jul
Flag Football Apr 1-Jul 11 Aug-Oct
Fall Soccer Apr 1-Jul 25 Aug-Sept
“Lindon Second Ward softball team in 1963 won the Timpanogos Stake tournament, then the regional competition, and went on to the “All Church” tournament and won the consolation title.” - Lindon, Our Town (1983)
The wonderful community of Lindon is a great place to grow up, raise a family and run a family business. To all our loyal clients, friends & neighbors from Lindon and the surrounding are a for over 50 years.
Upcoming Events
Want to see what events are coming up for the remainder of 2024? Check out the list below and don’t miss out on the fun activities in Lindon!
See more info at LindonRecreation.org/events
EVENT DATE PLACE
Stevens Party Aug 17 City Center Park
Silver City Pink Aug 24 City Center Park
Greg Simpson Band Aug 31 City Center Park
Joshua Creek Sept 7 City Center Park
BBQ Cookoff and Picnic Sept 14 City Center Park
Spooky Movie Sept 27 City Center Park
Halloween Spooktacular Oct 25 Community Center
Turkey Trot/ Bowl Nov 22 Anderson Farms
Tree Lighting Dec 4 Community Center
Museum
Unveiling Dec 4 Community Center
Light Parade Dec 13 Center Street
Birthday Bash Dec 14 Community Center
Christmas Movie Dec 20 Community Center
The Cullimore Mercantile in the 1890’s.
The early settlers could purchase anything they needed at this typical country store.
SPECIAL THANKS
Gary & Christine Walker Family
Dan & Traci Stone Family
Shawnee & Shane Rasmussen
Floyd & Shannon Harward
Little Miss Lindon Royalty & Family
Jr Rodeo Royalty & Family
Mayor Carolyn Lundberg
Lindon City Council Members
Youth Council Members
Parks & Recreation Staff
Lindon Police Department
All Lindon City Staff
To the residents of Lindon for making this town a one of a kind place to live.
The area close to the mountains was called “The Bench.”
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