Events
Dance-A-Thon Registration – Step by Step
Still unsure on how to register for the GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago 6th Annual Get Down with Down Syndrome Dance-A-Thon?… Follow the step by step instructions below and register HERE Purchase raffle tickets HERE For any further questions, please email us at chicago@gigisplayhouse.org
Read MoreGiGi’s Summer of Art
This summer, GiGi’ Playhouse Chicago is collaborating with artists within the Midwest and Texas to create art with GiGi’s Playhouse heart in mind. Through this collaboration, we are able to continue to provide support to our amazing families with the resources GiGi’s Playhouse Chicago provides. With that, we have been privileged to work with…
Read MoreRibFest 2019 – Grab Your Friends and Volunteer!
RibFest 2019: Volunteer for GiGi’s Don’t miss this annual street party celebrating Ribs and Rock & Roll. Kick off summer at Ribfest Chicago! Voted Chicago’s Best Food Fest, Ribfest Chicago is also nationally recognized for its music. Fest goers can enjoy 25 hours of original music, from honky tonk to indie and rock, performed by premier…
Read MoreElks Lodge Chicago Northshore and Lane Tech Hockey Support GiGi’s Chicago
Amazing Easter Celebration at GiGi’s Chicago thanks to the Elks Lodge and the Lane Tech Hockey Team! The wonderful volunteers from the Elks approached us about having an Easter event. We had never had the Easter Bunny visit our playhouse but we loved the idea. The wonderful volunteers from the Elks, Sandy, Brian and Avis…
Read MoreWorld Down Syndrome Day Full Recap
World Down Syndrome Day Full Recap: A Record Breaking Day World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is March 21. It is a day of global awareness which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012. The 21st day of the 3rd month was selected to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the…
Read MoreOgden Elementary School Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day
Kenny, the celebrity at Ogden Kenny is in the 1st grade at Ogden Elementary School. It didn’t take long before he won the hearts of the student body and faculty members. As he walked down the hall, the other students greet him with high-fives or fist bumps and call him by name. Kim, Kenny’s mom,…
Read MoreTaking a Break from the 5K in 2019 to Focus on Dance-A-Thon
To All Our Chicago Playhouse Families and Friends, We wanted to let you know about a change we are making at the Chicago playhouse. We have decided to not participate in the Regional 5K this year. As most of you are aware, the Chicago playhouse has its own Chicago centric event called Get Down with…
Read MoreWorld Down Syndrome Day 2019
Mission: Include Everyone! This year’s tag like #LeaveNoOneBehind and our constant strive to live a #GenerationG life have one major theme in common: inclusion. We all have an individual with Down syndrome in our life who has improved who we are in many ways. When he is included on the playground, in the classroom, or…
Read Morei have a Voice Gala, Nothing Short of Spectacular!
Great Times at the Gala! The doors open to the banquet hall and immediately you’re greeted by the biggest smiles and high fives. Individuals with Down syndrome have lined the red carpet to greet all the guests as they make their way into the ballroom. A welcome like that is sure to remind you of…
Read MoreBid From Your Couch!
2019 i have a Voice Gala is Here! We are truly disappointed that you weren’t able to join us at the big event tonight but you can still participate in the fun! You can lend your support from the comfort of your own home by bidding on any of these awesome items and packages. Below…
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