Family events in Durham County, NC

This six-week childbirth class combines self-paced videos to watch at home with in-person group discussions and hands-on practice. Two veteran perinatal professionals lead the small group through current, evidence-based information to support informed decisions. Registration includes the birthing person and a support person, along with three months of access to class videos, bonus newborn care videos, a workbook with information and resources for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, and a PDF and video library covering topics such as eating and drinking during labor, vitamin K, and due dates.

Saturday open play combines jumping, climbing, and exploring in a safe environment with story time and appearances by special animated friends. Children can enjoy a photo opportunity while families bond, make memories, and encourage a love of reading.

Prepare for your newest addition in a fun, interactive class covering parenthood mantras, newborn appearance and behavior, soothing techniques, bathing and diapering, safe sleep, protective factors, and self-care for new parents, with additional topics included. Registration is $150 for a birthing person and partner.

Carolina Boxer Rescue marks the tenth year of its largest annual fundraiser with the Bull City Boxer Bash at Boxyard RTP. Expect raffles with prizes, a 50/50 drawing, boxer themed contests, local vendors, and plenty of food and drinks in a family friendly setting. Attendees can meet adoptable dogs and alumni boxers while connecting with fellow boxer enthusiasts and supporters of the rescue. Proceeds support medical care, shelter, transportation, and second chances for boxers across the Carolinas and beyond. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available, with more details and announcements to come from the organizers.

Alternative Baseball marks the Durham Athletic Park’s 100th anniversary with a nine-inning game featuring athletes with disabilities from across the East Coast, playing alongside or against local community leaders and former professional players to promote disability integration and opportunity. Former Durham Bulls owner Miles Wolff will throw the ceremonial first pitch, and Wool E. Bull will also take part. Admission is free, and donations are encouraged.

A quarter auction benefiting Troop 400, raising funds for a new trailer to help transport Scouts safely to and from camp. With the troop expanding, proceeds will support growing needs. The event takes place at Aldersgate United Methodist Church.

This interactive class, taught by an Infant Feeding Specialist, combines evidence-based information with hands-on practice. Learn about breastfeeding and chestfeeding, pumping techniques, bottle feeding, hand expression, formula use, and timing. Topics include a brief historical introduction, recognizing your baby’s feeding cues, practicing feeding positions, paced bottle feeding, burping, hand expression and pumping, as well as common concerns and where to find support. The class is for a birthing person and support partner.

Experience an after-dark trampoline adventure in a blacklight environment, where neon or white clothing glows as you jump. Cosmic music accompanies the fun, and all attractions are open. Neon or white shirts are required and may be purchased onsite. SkySocks are mandatory and available for purchase if needed. Tickets are essential, and space is limited.