A Day in Linden
Communities Unlimited (CU), in partnership with community leaders and the T.L.L. Temple Foundation, will host A Day in Linden on Friday, August 29, bringing together residents, partners, and organizations to celebrate community progress and plan for the future of Linden. The event is free and open to the public.
This event is designed for residents, business owners, and community partners who want to have a voice in shaping housing solutions and community growth in Linden. Attendees will take part in conversations, tours, and workshops that highlight opportunities for stronger neighborhoods, thriving small businesses, and long-term development.
The daylong event will spotlight housing, entrepreneurship, and community development through interactive activities, local tours, and workshops designed to strengthen connections and lay the foundation for growth.
Event Schedule - Community Partners Brunch 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Linden Public Library, 220 S. Main Street - Introduction of the Community Housing Taskforce Review of housing needs in Linden Entrepreneurship & Lending Workshop 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Linden Public Library - Learn how CU supports local small businesses with one-on-one consulting and access to capital.
Homebuyer Readiness Workshop: Are You Ready to Buy a Home? 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Linden Public Library Guidance on finances, credit, and preparing for homeownership About Communities Unlimited: Communities Unlimited, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with 110 employees, leveraging $45.6 million in assets to deliver programs and services that impact 1.4 million people across more than 1,000 rural communities in the South. Founded in 1975, CU operates in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. The organization connects rural Americans to solutions that foster healthy businesses, thriving communities, and an improved quality of life. Through a holistic approach that integrates human connection, technology, and expertise, CU supports small businesses, sustainable water systems, rural housing, and economic development.