Volunteer Spotlight: Steven and Aidelni

Meet Steven and Aidelni Martinez Hykes, a dynamic duo whose journey led them from Phoenix, Arizona, to Canton, where they’ve embraced their roles as active members of the GiGi’s Playhouse community. Celebrating nearly a decade of marriage and raising a blended family, including daughters Stephanie, Natalia, and the youngest, Zoë, who was born with Down…

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Not Goodbye but See You Later

Dear Families and Friends, It is with mixed emotions that I share some news with you. Due to unexpected developments in my husband’s job, we find ourselves relocating back to Oklahoma City. While this brings about new opportunities for our family, it also means that I must resign from my role as Program and Volunteer…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Lisa

Name: Lisa Eliopoulos Tell us a little bit about yourself. Hi! I’m a mom of 2 amazing kiddos- Isabelle, 15, and Branson, 7. My husband and I met while I was in high school and have been together for over 20 years! We have 3 dogs and 1 bunny. I am currently working for Direction…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Ava

Name:  Ava Weirtz  Tell us a little bit about yourself.  I am a sophomore at Jackson High School. I’m on the Track team. I also volunteer at the Pregnancy and Parenting Center and with Jackson Bearhugs.  We want to get to know you! What are some of your favorites?   My favorite food is ice cream.…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Jen

Name: Jen Perko Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am a mother of two beautiful children, Sebastian (14) and Madilyn (11). Married for 15 wonderful years to my husband/best friend John. I own Luvih Yoga Studio, in downtown Massillon, where I get to do what I love, teach and practice yoga. Supporting mental…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Angel

Name: Angel Henne Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am stay at home Mom of 2 boys age 18 and 8. I have been married to my husband who is a Police Officer for 22 years. We live in Perry Twp. I homeschool my youngest who has autism, adhd and epilepsy. Most of…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Ryan

Name: Ryan Troyer Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am 22 and have two dogs, Bella and Maggie. Bella is my favorite. I have an older sister, named Abby, and I’m at Siffrin Academy and I love being there. I also love Mardi Gras beads and anything Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles- my favorite…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Melissa

Name: Melissa Quinlan Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am a Marketing Communications Manager at The Timken Company and have had marketing roles over the past 15 years of my career. I am married with two girls (6 and 7) who also love to come to GiGi’s to help out! We want to…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Lori

Name: Lori Hart Tell us a little bit about yourself. I’ve been blessed with a loving family. My husband and I have two sons, a daughter, a daughter-in-law, one grandson, and two granddaughters. I’m a retired teacher who enjoys reading, traveling, and volunteering. In addition, I enjoy substituting. We want to get to know you!…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Sierra

Name: Sierra Crow Tell us a little bit about yourself. A little bit about me…I am a newly-wed with two cats, Daisy & Duke (pun intended) residing here in Jackson Township. I graduated from Kent State University, obtained my CPA and currently work as a senior accountant for Diversified Energy. Recently, I started business as…

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