Five Great Parks in the Westwood Area

As evident on Independence Day Weekend, a great park can make any hometown event that much better.

This week, is saluting the baseball diamonds, playgrounds, soccer fields and other parks in the Westwood area.

School Street Playground: A perfect spot to enjoy a summer afternoon with the kids. While the little ones play around for a bit in the morning, relax on a nearby bench with a book, and finish the trip off with a packed lunch.

The pond itself features a grassy area that's perfect for a summer afternoon of Frisbee or a game of catch. Either enjoy relaxing on the small field that lies adjacent to Pond Street, or head closer to the waterside and eat on the shore of the pond itself.

This nearby park features two baseball diamonds, as well as the multi-use synthetic field, all of which are lit up at night. During warmer months, live music is played at the park's gazebo, and a spectacular fireworks display is held during the Fourth of July weekend.

 Right around the corner along Rte. 109, Dedham Common is one of many parks operated by the town's Park and Recreation Department. A wooden fence surrounds the four acres of open grass, which are landscaped with trees around the outside.

Bird Park in Walpole: Designed for "active play," this nearby park has a number of grassy field-like areas to hang out and relax, especially after enjoying a bike ride or morning of activity at the tot lot.