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GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis is excited to introduce you to Leaps & Bounds, a play-based program designed to help children ages 3-5 build essential skills for preschool and kindergarten success. This engaging program encourages small group participation, movement, and interactive learning, all while following structured routines. Family members play an active role in each session, supporting their…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis, we are incredibly fortunate to have dedicated volunteers who bring passion, creativity, and commitment to our mission. This month, we are thrilled to spotlight Ann Wallop, whose contributions have been invaluable since the opening of our Annapolis location. Ann is one of our program leads for Friends, Fun, and Fitness LaBlast…

To all those who volunteered to work at the Navy Concessions this fall, Christine and Mary Lee want to express their deep thanks and gratitude for your time, your enthusiasm, and your hard work.  Special shout out to hardworking adult participants: Olivia A, Olivia C, Eric, Hannah, Alyssa, Nick, Brandon, Joey, Emily, Emma ~ you…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis, creativity and self-expression are at the heart of our programming, and Arts Explosion is the perfect example. Led by the talented Audrey Lee of Annapolis Pearl Gallery at 32 West Street, Annapolis, this program brings art to life in meaningful and exciting ways. Audrey’s dedication ensures that there is always a…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support we received during our Taylor Swift Guitar Raffle fundraiser. This special event brought together Swifties and supporters alike, all united by a shared commitment to making a difference in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome. Your generosity and enthusiasm helped make…

Join a team of experienced educators and therapists from the GiGi’s Playhouse Network for an engaging and informative session on how to teach individuals with Down syndrome in the way they learn best. 📅 Date: Saturday, March 8th⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:45 PM EST🌐 Format: Virtual or In-Person Watch & Networking Session at the GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis location Don’t miss…

Thirteen-year-old Eliana Musser certainly did not have a Taylor Swift autographed guitar on her Christmas list, so you can imagine her delight when that’s exactly what she found under the tree at her grandmother Carol Musser’s home.  Carol had purchased the maximum five tickets for the guitar raffle after her long-time friend Donaileen Dondero alerted…

Mary Lee Walls, Speech Language Pathologist The Hanen It Takes Two to Talk® parent guidebook provides many practical ideas and strategies for supporting your child’s communication skills at each developmental stage, and for helping them progress to the next stage. The Hanen stages are as follows: Discoverer Stage, Communicator Stage, First Word Stage, and Combiner…

Cary’s Contributions Shine Bright at GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis At GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis, we are proud to celebrate Cary, one of our incredible participants who goes above and beyond to give back! Cary is an active participant in several GiGi’s signature and one-on-one programs, embracing opportunities to grow, learn, and connect with others. But her involvement…