GiGi’s Playhouse Denver Celebrated Its 2nd Anniversary!
On Saturday, October 14, families, friends, volunteers, and community members gathered at GiGi’s Playhouse Denver to celebrate two years of the Playhouse serving those you have Down syndrome, and their families. Thank you to all our generous sponsors for contributing to the success of this special event! Because of their...
Third Times a Charm for GiGiFIT Teen Participant
As the GiGiFIT Teen and Adult Fall Session kicks off, we're excited to introduce one of our most dedicated participants. Meet Lydia! Lydia is no stranger to the GiGiFIT program. She has attended the last two GiGiFIT sessions offered at the Denver Playhouse and is excited to return for a...
GiGi’s Playhouse Denver Receives City of Lakewood, Mayor’s Inspiration Award 2023
During the City of Lakewood’s September 25 City Council meeting, GiGi’s Playhouse Denver received an award in recognition of “A Reflection of Growth.” Accepting the award on behalf of the Denver Playhouse board of managers, volunteers, donors, sponsors and funding foundations was Executive Director Leslie Klane. “It is an honor...
Express Yourself at Art Explosion
Check out this dynamic team bringing the Art Explosion program back to the Denver Playhouse. These four are eager to help participants get creative, build self-conference, and dive into exploring different art mediums – all while incorporating social interactions and socialization with their peers. The Art Explosion team, Julie, Ella,...
Inspiration Award Recipient!
GiGi’s Playhouse Denver is honored to announce that we were selected as one of the Award Recipients for the City of Lakewood’s 2023 Mayor’s Inspiration Award! This special award will be presented to the Denver Playhouse during the September 25 City Council Meeting. We are sending a heartfelt thank you...
Thank You Colorado Rockies Baseball Club!
On July 30, 2023, GiGi’s Playhouse Denver was showcased on the Jumbotron during the pre-game ceremonies of a Rockies baseball game. "The Colorado Rockies Baseball Club is proud to support and honor all of the great work being done at GiGi's Playhouse. They are making such a difference in the...
Thank you Barre Forte
"A huge thanks is owed to Andrea de la Garza of Barre Forte. She held an amazing fundraiser at the studio in early June, and generously donated 100% of the proceeds to our Denver Playhouse, raised over $900! We are so grateful Andrea! I was honored to be a part...
Volunteer Spotlight: Jerrianne West
This month we're shining a bright spotlight on one of the skill and dedicated volunteers that provide fun, educational, and free programs to our wonderful participants. Introducing Jerrianne West. Read on to learn more about Jerrianne and how fortunate we are to have her talented, generous spirit supporting the Denver...
A Grand Traverse in Support of Down Syndrome
Earlier this Spring, Derek Rejimer set off on an epic backcountry ski challenge that would push him beyond his physical and mental limits. Why? He was on a mission to create awareness and opportunities for the Down syndrome community. The Grand Traverse is a point-to-point ski race from Crested Butte...
Volunteer Spotlight: Lauren Dunn
GiGi's Playhouse is a volunteer-run organization. We rely on the skill and dedication of volunteers of various levels of expertise to keep our organization and our programs vibrant, educational, fun and free. Each month we work to highlight one of the skilled volunteers who generously dedicates time to making our Denver...
GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge Team Spotlights
Our second annual GiGiFit Acceptance Challenge 5K Glow Run will take place on April 29, 2023, at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. We will be highlighting some of our amazing teams in the weeks leading up to our fantastic event! Keep reading to learn about each featured team. Fighter Jett! Are...
Meet the Denver Playhouse’s First Intern
We are so excited to welcome our first intern to help spread the word about GiGi's Playhouse Denver to our community. Introducing Anneke: Hello everyone! My name is Anneke Carlo, and I am in the last semester of my Master of Occupational therapy program at D'Youville University in Buffalo, NY....