Dell Avenue Rock consists primarily of a puddingstone ledge arising approximately 40 feet above Hyde Park Avenue. There are some outcrops near the top of the rock. The site is dominated by woodland, comprised of small and medium sized maples, oaks, cherry, and birch with sparse, grassy ground cover. This site provides a pleasant visual buffer along a busy, dense stretch of Hyde Park Avenue. Views from the top of the rock overlook the Stony Brook Reservation and in the winter there are views of the Blue Hills. The open, grassy areas on the lower portion of the site provide a quiet retreat for picnics or reading.

Formerly Twentieth Century Bowling Lanes, an establishment dating back before the 1950s. In more recent years, 20th Century became more known for its ice cream than its bowling. It's been upgraded and modernized a couple of times, and recently they have started to repaint the bowling lane area with some brighter, newer colors, but the lanes are still the same. They do not have a game room or pool tables, but they *DO* have bumper bowling for children. To understand the perfection of Ron’s brownie-nut ice cream, imagine dunking a brownie into a glass of ice-cold milk and then taking a bite. This place alone is worth the trip to Hyde Park.

Stony Brook Reservation contains 475 acres of tree-covered hills, valleys, rock outcroppings, and wetlands, and a variety of recreational facilities. Ten to 12 miles of hiking trails and bicycle paths pass through the forested portion of the reservation. Turtle Pond is an easily accessible spot for fishing. The Reservation also features soccer and baseball fields, tennis courts, picnic areas, an ice skating rink, and a pool.

The marble fireplace, high ceilings, and turn of the century details have charmed patrons for generations. In 1997 ground was broken for a new addition and a renovation of the existing building. The project, which doubled the size of the branch, was designed by Schwartz/Silver Architects. The Hyde Park collection of local history is a distinctive aspect of the collection. In addition there are large collections of Children's picture books, quilting books and golf books. Preschool story hours and films are offered weekly for children. Summer reading activities are an inspirational way to keep kids hooked on books when school's out. Hyde Park recently completed renovations, and added a new glass annex, full of light. The marble fireplace, high ceilings, and turn of the century details have charmed patrons for generations.

Take in the latest production of "Oklahoma!" or "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" at Riverside Theatre Works. Feeling dramatic? Learn stage combat and the skill of improv at Broadway "Bootcamp" or take private lessons in voice, guitar, and piano. This non-profit production company offers lessons starting at age 4. Riverside Theatre Works School of Performing Arts offers exciting programs in all areas of the performing arts (music, dance, and theater) through private lessons and classroom instruction. Programs are designed for all levels of ability and interest. The dedicated staff is made up of professional artists, performers, and teachers. All classes concentrate on the development of technique, creativity, and artistic expression. The goal of the school is to meet the individual needs of each student. During the summer, kids can attend creative drama and Broadway musical camps.

Designed by the famed Donald Ross as a WPA project in the 1930s, George Wright was built on a site unfit for a golf course. There was too much ledge, and what wasn't ledge was hill and wetland. If environmentalists had the say 70 years ago that they do today, this golf course never would have been built. George Wright is at the mercy of the elements. The antiquated drainage system needs work, and since there isn't an irrigation system, the course's conditions are fickle. Too much rain and it becomes a swamp. And when there is a drought, the fairways are burned out. Then again, this is one of the best golf buys in the Boston area. Maybe we have become too accustomed to manicured conditions. Maybe it is more courageous to hit shots from hard-pan lies occasionally. It's the way the game was played a century ago. This is a public golf course that has a large committee called the Friends of George Wright that work with Mayor Menino's office in order to keep Boston's golf courses beautiful.

Hyde Park Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Hyde Park, Massachusetts. It presents talks on Hyde Park’s development, historical events, and noteworthy citizens, and also maintains a large collection of artifacts. It is a non-profit organization with about 30 current members and growing. Currently, Hyde Park Historical Society is working on a number of projects that will help provide insight into Hyde Park’s past, and interest in its future. One significant project currently underway is a joint project with Historic Boston Incorporated and the Boston Public Library to digitize old documents and photographs so they can be featured online. For more information on Hyde Park Historical Society and how you can get involved, please call Rob Villegas at 617-953-5642 or email robvillegas@hotmail.com.

Reclaimed from a brownfield, the 1.8 acre park along the Mother Brook now offers one of Boston's only skateboard parks, and a playing field used for football, soccer, lacrosse, and rugby. Includes a free parking lot.