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DURHAM, NC · FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Youth Open Gym - Basketball

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A wooden gym floor with a basketball and hoop, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Holton Career and Resource Ctr

About the event

You got game? Bring it to open gym basketball! A facility attendant will be present to organize the games. Everyone must bring a valid photo ID in order to participate. A multi-visit pass is available for purchase on a Play More Card at a discounted rate per class. In order to participate, registrants must have completed 1st grade by the start of the program.

Ages: Age at least 7 yrs but less than 13 yrs,

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Zoomies: Stories & Sketch Comedy about People and their Pets

A one-hour comedy extravaganza celebrating the pets who rule our lives. This show is a fundraiser for the Urban Tails Compassion Fund.