Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources — Attraction in Cary

I would like to highlight my recent experience with Cary Parks and Recreation’s Specialized Programs. I encountered unprofessional and dismissive communication from staff member Laura Morton regarding my son’s participation in the basketball program. She implied that he wasn't a "good fit" due to the coach's "high expectations"—a statement I found discriminatory and completely inappropriate in a program that’s supposed to be inclusive and supportive of all children. Note she had not seen him, knew nothing of his ability, etc.

This kind of language reflects a gross lack of understanding and professionalism, especially when working with diverse participants and their families. I expected better communication, refined leadership skills, and a willingness to work constructively—not to be met with exclusionary comments.

Families deserve respect and thoughtful engagement, not judgments about their child's potential based on arbitrary standards. I sincerely hope the department takes this seriously and strives to ensure all children are welcomed and supported in...

Here to complain again about the lack of volleyball open gym for youth. The last time I complained, one location did a mid afternoon youth open gym at like 2:30 pm on a Thursday and surprise, surprise it’s now gone. Working parents are not able to make those times. You have several volleyball open gyms for adult volleyball, SEVERAL pickleball, and youth basketball - what is the issue in spreading it equally and at a...

This was the first place I visited in my trip to North Carolina, just by chance. It was a great place to introduce the beauty of this state. We walked around the park and looked at the good selection of well-manicured herbs, flowers, and trees. What a great place for a stroll. We only saw the...