Parks & Recreation

Recent News and Updates

Dinsmoor Woods Red Pine Harvest

From April 27 through May 1, 2026, all red pines along Maple Avenue were removed to proactively address red pine scale and eliminate the safety risks posed by declining trees. The area is protected by conservation easements and will be allowed to regenerate naturally with native hardwood species, supporting the development of a healthier and more diverse forest. Red pine processing and hauling should last through mid-May 2026. Learn more by visiting our Red Pine Scale webpage or watch the October 2025 Community Call with professional foresters for a thorough history of red pine plantations and the impact of the red pine scale on this non-native tree species.

Monadnock View Community Gardens

We are thrilled to launch the first season of the Monadnock View Community Gardens in our relocated site, expanding opportunities to plant, harvest, and connect. Our MVCG page outlines everything you need to know; plot rental applications are still being accepted – some with the opportunity to overwinter. Active gardening begins May 6, 2026!

Summer to Remember 2026

Our Summer Guide is Live!

Take a look at all we have to offer our community this summer! From movies under the stars at Fuller Park to pool parties at Wheelock and Robin Hood, summer concerts, park pop-ups, recreational bike races, community events, summer camp snapshots, and so much more, we look forward to seeing you this summer season!

Our Pool Guide is Live!

Looking for swim lessons, water workouts, or toddler splash time? Curious about hours of operation? Our pools have something for everyone this summer. And yes – Friday Pool Parties are back and shaping up to be a highlight of the season!

Spring in Full Swing!

Our field spaces have been activated with KPRD and partner program sports! Our flag football and soccer spring leagues started the week of May 4th and our field spaces have been busy with our youth baseball as well as our youth and adult softball partner programs since mid-April. Catch some of the action at Wheelock Park, Russell Park, and the American Legion each week through the spring season!

Goose Pond Spillway Bridge Donation Program

The Greater Goose Pond Forest is a 1,000+ acre community treasure. Our stewardship community and volunteers built the spillway bridge in November 2025, making Goose Pond Loop Trail a true loop. We plan to celebrate this community endeavor on Saturday June 6th with an official ribbon cutting! Stay tuned for additional information!