Summer Camp> a parent’s perspective
This week I have had the privilege of helping at the Summer Camp at Gigi's Playhouse. What an amazing experience Alita and Jennifer created for all the kids. Along with Fred, Gretchen, and countless others, careful planning was done to ensure all the campers were paired with a "Buddy" to...
A Morning with Intown Community School 5th grade class
It was wonderful speaking to youngsters who were attentive, interactive, and who were willing to help. We talked a lot about Down syndrome and what it means to individuals that have that extra chromosome and how they can help make our community a better place for people of all stripes....
Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day with our T21 Run Atlanta
Join us for our First ever 5k road race. This will be a Peachtree road race qualifier.. open to avid racers and to those who would like to have their voice heard and provide a positive community image. Run individually, run as team, run remotely, or stroll with the family...We...
Our kids make good citizens as well.
Just because we have a diagnosis does not mean that we can not make a difference in our community. We do not have to rely on volunteers and others to help us do things. We can accomplish a lot on our own and and we can be volunteers and help...
It’s new, it’s never been done in Atlanta!
GiGi's Playhouse Atlanta is having its first ever T21 Run on World Down syndrome Day, Saturday 3/21/15, 9am here at Piedmont Park and we want you, we need you. You can run, you can walk, you can line the raceway and cheer, but we need you to help show the...
We welcome our new parents and our new families!
We recently conducted a new parent/new family introduction to GiGi’s Playhouse this month. As we welcome new parents and their families we are grateful that you chose GiGi's Playhouse to help you navigate your new journey. It is always inspirational to recognize the love exhibited and have you tell your...
A parents open letter to their school regarding Down syndrome Awareness Month
We all can use the letter below as teaching opportunity within the community as the situation calls for! Happy fall safari parents I am reaching out to all of you in celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. As you know, our daughter and your child's classmate, Kennedy, has an extra...
A heartwarming story from another Playhouse: My Uncle Mikey
We all have our heartwarming stories of acceptance, perseverance, and triumph. Here is one such story shared by another Playhouse, do you care to share your story? My Uncle Mikey… I struggle to think of the perfect way to start this as there are so many things I could say....
‘i have a voice’ Gala Photos
Photos from the 'i have a voice' Gala 2012 are available online at: http:// photosbyjen.zenfolio.com/p36104901 100% of the proceeds will be donated to GiGi's Playhouse Atlanta
104.7 The Fish
Adrienne and Elyse with Taylor Austin ( from on-air radio personality 104.7 The Fish) in the booth at the Radio Station Today! I will be announcing soon when they will be on air :)
Interested In Golfing For A Good Cause?
GIGI’S PLAYHOUSE ATLANTA INAUGURAL GOLF TOURNAMENT MAY 15, 2012 10:00 SHOTGUN START TPC SUGARLOAF Level Description Value Presenting Sponsor Four- 4 player teams Four hole sponsor signs Company Logo on all printed material Recognition at reception and company speaker $10,000 Platinum Sponsor Three- 4 player teams Three hole sponsor signs...
