Posts by Pauline Markward
Volunteer Spotlight: Kathy Roche
This month, we are thrilled to shine our Volunteer Spotlight on Kathy Roche, a dedicated member of the GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis family! Kathy has generously contributed over 188 volunteer hours to our Adult Career Programs over the past two years. Her commitment, warmth, and patience have made her an invaluable part of the team, and…
Read MoreGiGi Prep Drive Gathers 260 lbs. of Food
Food Drive signs and collection boxes throughout the building where GiGi’s Annapolis is housed drew attention to the increasing need for sharing with our county residents who face food insecurity. GiGi Prep students Hayley Chapin, Madeline Mykins, John Kelly, Doc Strong, Laila Brown, and Emily Tuttle took on the project spearheaded by GiGi Prep co-lead,…
Read MoreFantastic Friends Lunch Bunch🎃Halloween Edition!🎃
Get ready for a spook-tacular time at our October 31st Fantastic Friends Lunch Bunch where costumes are optional, but fun is guaranteed Fantastic Friends Lunch Bunch is one of our most loved programs at GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis. Designed for adults with Down syndrome, their peers, and community friends, this twice monthly gathering offers more than…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight
This month, we are thrilled to shine the spotlight on one of our most dedicated and versatile volunteers, Joan Blum! Joan has been an integral part of GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis since 2019, giving over 500 hours of her time, energy, and heart to our community. Her commitment runs deep, from Math Tutoring and Leaps &…
Read MoreJoin Us for Butterfly Café & Volunteer Orientation! 🦋
Sip on coffee or tea, enjoy delicious baked goods, and connect with our community on October 16 from 9:00–11:00 AM at GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis. From 10:00–11:00 AM, we’ll give out volunteer information, answer questions and give Playhouse Tours. It’s a perfect opportunity to learn how you can get involved and make a difference. We’re also…
Read MoreBest of All
This month, we’re celebrating Riley for giving her Best of All! Riley brings so much joy and energy to GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis. She loves being read to, dancing to music, painting colorful masterpieces, and spending time swimming. Lately, she’s been working especially hard in her One-on-One program, showing focus, determination, and a positive attitude in…
Read MoreDown Syndrome ACCEPTANCE Month
October is Down Syndrome ACCEPTANCE Month, an entire month dedicated to shouting our friends’ and children’s worth from the rooftops! You might be wondering why we say ACCEPTANCE versus awareness. Saying “acceptance” versus “awareness” shifts the focus from simply knowing that individuals with Down syndrome exist, to actively embracing and including them. Awareness is about…
Read MoreBest of All
This month, we are excited to celebrate Huda in our Best of All Spotlight! Huda has been actively participating in both our One-on-One and Group Programs, always bringing her energy and enthusiasm to every session. Her dedication and joy inspire everyone around her. Outside of the Playhouse, Huda loves cats, and just like her favorite furry friends,…
Read MoreGiGi’s Joins the Annapolis First Sunday Arts Festival
Live entertainment, artists galore, food trucks and more line West Street and Calvert Street in downtown Annapolis, the first Sunday of each month from May through November for a festival that draws both locals and out-of-towners for a day of fun. September 7th, GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis joined the event to bring information about its free purposeful programming. Volunteers…
Read MoreWe are grateful to Mary Tundo…
A graduate student clinician from Loyola University Maryland, for her incredible work at GiGi’s this summer. Mary provided individualized speech and language therapy to Participants ranging in age from 2 to 43 years old, meeting each person with compassion, skill, and enthusiasm. In addition to her 1:1 sessions, Mary led our Adult Social Skills group…
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