GiGi's Playhouse Tinley Park • 15954 S Harlem Ave, Tinley Park, IL, 60477
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Open Gym @ UGA Gymnastics in Tinley Park for our families 4:45-5:45pm
Open Gym @ UGA Gymnastics in Tinley Park for our families 4:45-5:45pm
Come utilize the gymnastics equipment; balance beams, trampolines, foam block pit and more while mingling with other families. Parents/guardians are to be present during the entire event and to keep an eye on their loved ones. The whole family is invited to join in on the fun!
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Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Come to the Playhouse to utilize the toys and mingle with other families. Goals: -Build socialization skills playing with others - Build fine and gross motor skills For all ages!.
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Crawlers & Walkers (Ages 6months- 5 years old) 4:30-5:15pm
Crawlers & Walkers (Ages 6months- 5 years old) 4:30-5:15pm
Focuses on the development of gross and fine motor skills through activities that are hands-on and fun! Social skills and language development will also be addressed, with focus on learning new words, following directions and interacting with peers.
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Adult Cooking Club (Ages 18 +) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Adult Cooking Club (Ages 18 +) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Learn how to follow a recipe, cook a meal, and follow food safety procedures.
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Skill Builders/ 2 & Under (Ages 3 & Under) 10:30am-12pm
Skill Builders/ 2 & Under (Ages 3 & Under) 10:30am-12pm
Participate in fun and engaging activities which require movement and interaction
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Leaps & Bounds (Recommended For Ages 3-5) 10:30-11:30am
Leaps & Bounds (Recommended For Ages 3-5) 10:30-11:30am
Children will participate in fun and engaging activities that require movement and interaction with their development. Our Leaps & Bounds program is recommended for ages 3-5 year olds
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2 events,
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Come to the Playhouse to utilize the toys and mingle with other families. Goals: -Build socialization skills playing with others - Build fine and gross motor skills For all ages!
Oak Forest High School Softball GiGi’s Night 4:30pm-7:30pm
Oak Forest High School Softball GiGi’s Night 4:30pm-7:30pm
Did you know that one of our participants, Maddie Crosetto is the Assistant Girls Softball Coach at Oak Forest High School? The Oak Forest High School Girls Softball team will be playing Breman High School on May 6th, the game will be from 4:30pm- about 6:15pm. The team would like to invite all of the…
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Teen Cooking Club (Ages 12-17) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Teen Cooking Club (Ages 12-17) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Learn how to follow a recipe, cook a meal, and follow food safety procedures
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LMNOP/ 2 & Under (Recommended For Ages 3 years & Under) 10:30am- 12pm
LMNOP/ 2 & Under (Recommended For Ages 3 years & Under) 10:30am- 12pm
LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language-based activities.
Fantastic Friends (Ages 18 +) 7pm-9pm
Fantastic Friends (Ages 18 +) 7pm-9pm
A fun night out to facilitate social interactions between adults with Down syndrome, their peers and the community. Supports the development of social skills and language through peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. All adults welcome from ages 18 and up.
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Skill Builders (Ages 5-12 years old) 10:30am-11:30am
Skill Builders (Ages 5-12 years old) 10:30am-11:30am
Participate in fun and engaging activities which require movement and interaction
Music In Motion (Ages 4-10 years old)
Music In Motion (Ages 4-10 years old)
Learn about different music styles and instruments. Music in Motion will build self-confidence, strengthen social skills, communication and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance.
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2 events,
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Come to the Playhouse to utilize the toys and mingle with other families. Goals: -Build socialization skills playing with others - Build fine and gross motor skills For all ages!
Board Of Directors Meeting 7-10pm
Board Of Directors Meeting 7-10pm
Our Board meets to discuss programs and updates in regards to the Playhouse.
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Crawlers & Walkers (Ages 6months- 5 years old) 4:30-5:15pm
Crawlers & Walkers (Ages 6months- 5 years old) 4:30-5:15pm
Focuses on the development of gross and fine motor skills through activities that are hands-on and fun! Social skills and language development will also be addressed, with focus on learning new words, following directions and interacting with peers.
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1 event,
Playhouse Partners (Ages 4-8 years) 5:45pm-6:45pm
Playhouse Partners (Ages 4-8 years) 5:45pm-6:45pm
Support the development of social skills and language through peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program also supports gross motor skills through active games, as well as fine motor skills & self-help skills. Recommended for 4-8 years old.
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Skill Builders/ 2 & Under (Ages 3 & Under) 10:30am-12pm
Skill Builders/ 2 & Under (Ages 3 & Under) 10:30am-12pm
Participate in fun and engaging activities which require movement and interaction
Adult Book Club (Ages 18+)1-2pm
Adult Book Club (Ages 18+)1-2pm
For individuals with Down Syndrome who are 21 years or older. The group reads together, then discusses what they have read. We will be working on social skills and conversational language.
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Nuestros Angeles ( All Ages) 1pm-2pm
Nuestros Angeles ( All Ages) 1pm-2pm
This program provides support, friendship, networking, and socialization for families who speak Spanish.
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2 events,
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Open Play (All Ages) 1-2pm
Come to the Playhouse to utilize the toys and mingle with other families. Goals: -Build socialization skills playing with others - Build fine and gross motor skills For all ages!
Guest Speaker Discussing Feeding and Swallowing Difficultlies 6-7:45pm
Guest Speaker Discussing Feeding and Swallowing Difficultlies 6-7:45pm
Come out for our guest speaker event! Our Guest Speaker, a speech Therapist will be discussing the topic of feeding and swallowing difficulties. We ask that you keep your children at home so the Guest Speaker has your undivided attention since we don’t have too much time with them.
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Teen Cooking Club (Ages 12-17) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Teen Cooking Club (Ages 12-17) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Learn how to follow a recipe, cook a meal, and follow food safety procedures.
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2 events,
Adult Cooking Club (Ages 18 +) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Adult Cooking Club (Ages 18 +) 6pm-7:45pm- Registration Required, only 7 spots available contact the Playhouse
Learn how to follow a recipe, cook a meal, and follow food safety procedures.
3 events,
LMNOP/ 2 & Under (Recommended For Ages 3 years & Under) 10:30am- 12pm
LMNOP/ 2 & Under (Recommended For Ages 3 years & Under) 10:30am- 12pm
LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language-based activities.
Adult Book Club (Ages 18+) 1-2pm
Adult Book Club (Ages 18+) 1-2pm
For individuals with Down Syndrome who are 21 years or older. The group reads together, then discusses what they have read. We will be working on social skills and conversational language.
4 events,
Mother’s Day Brunch 11am-12:15pm
Mother’s Day Brunch 11am-12:15pm
Mothers, it's your day to leave the kids at home to come enjoy a Kid Free Brunch and socialize with other mothers from the Playhouse. It's your day to celebrate! The Playhouse will provide pancakes with your choice of toppings. If you would like to bring something to share with the other mothers we would…
New Volunteer Orientation 1pm-2pm
New Volunteer Orientation 1pm-2pm
Come join our Volunteer Team! We always have leadership roles, special events to be planned, tutoring needs, and more.
Teen Tastic (Ages 13- 18 years old) 6pm-8pm
Teen Tastic (Ages 13- 18 years old) 6pm-8pm
Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem-solving abilities.
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1 event,
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Crawlers & Walkers (Ages 6months- 5 years old) 4:30-5:15pm
Crawlers & Walkers (Ages 6months- 5 years old) 4:30-5:15pm
Focuses on the development of gross and fine motor skills through activities that are hands-on and fun! Social skills and language development will also be addressed, with focus on learning new words, following directions and interacting with peers.
1 event,
2 events,
Volunteer Appreciation Event (Only For Our Active Volunteers) 6pm-7:45pm
Volunteer Appreciation Event (Only For Our Active Volunteers) 6pm-7:45pm
Volunteers, we truly appreciate each and every one of you tremendously! By having volunteers like each and every one of you, you are touching the lives of our families and participants. Our participants learn so much from you and I know that you are learning so much from them! One of the greatest gifts that…
3 events,
Skill Builders/ 2 & Under (Ages 3 & Under) 10:30am-12pm
Skill Builders/ 2 & Under (Ages 3 & Under) 10:30am-12pm
Participate in fun and engaging activities which require movement and interaction
Adult Book Club (Ages 18+) 1-2pm
Adult Book Club (Ages 18+) 1-2pm
For individuals with Down Syndrome who are 18 years of age or older. The group reads together, then discusses what they have read. We will be working on social skills and conversational language.