Dreams & Goals made into Success
2012 Dreams and Goals What a FANTASTIC year that will shortly be behind us, but looking back we can say, “GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines DID THAT!” We are very THANKFUL that each of you helped us obtain our goals and dreams for the year, without your support we would have...
Our World Turned Right-Side Up
I did not realize our lives were being lived upside down until shortly after my daughter McKenna arrived in 2004. Seven weeks premature, McKenna was a shock to our collective ‘systems’ the day she arrived; unexpected would be a HUGE understatement. For the first couple of months our lives were...
A Note from a Parent
Friends, As I look at the list of accomplishments for 2012 at GiGi's Playhouse Des Moines I can’t help but smile. As I remember some of the key events and the specifics about some of those times this past year again I can not help but smile! Perhaps that is...
3rd Annual International ‘i have a voice’ Gala
Sponsorship Opportunities Unique from other national fundraisers, GiGi’s Playhouse “i have a voice” Gala will offer sponsors visibility in not one city, but thirteen! This spectacular evening of celebration engages corporate and community leaders, noteworthy celebrities and an evening of heartwarming inspiration to all. As sponsor of the Gala your...
Therapeutic Play Center Idea Board
We have created a monthly "Idea Board" to be used with the new Therapeutic Play Center. Each month a different theme will be posted which will give everyone different ideas/suggestions of how they can use this amazing play area. Our main emphasis will give suggestions to enhance speech and/or...
‘i have a voice’ Traveling Galleries in Fort Dodge!
‘one million voices’ and counting Have you seen the ‘i have a voice’ traveling galleries? Have you become a part of our ‘one million voices’ in action? You can take part now!! Go to: gigismillionvoices.org and let your voice be heard! For the month of December you can see the...
Happy Birthday to our Superman!
I was introduced to GiGi’s Playhouse by chance almost 2 years ago when I heard Megan speak at a chamber lunch. I knew immediately that it was a place that I wanted to be a part of. I was greeted with open arms by all and felt like I was...
The Miss Amazing Pageant
One of our parents contacted us about "The Miss Amazing Pageant". her daughter is already registered and she wanted to share the information with eveyone! Contact Maddie Lorenzen, who is helping coordinate The Miss Amazing Pageant for our area (Council Bluffs, IA). Follow this link for more information and registration:...
Thankful for GiGi’s
Hello GiGi’s friends and families! My name is Jessica, and I am proud to introduce myself as the new Site Coordinator for GiGi’s Playhouse-Des Moines. I started in September, and I already feel like I’m part of the GiGi’s family! At the Therapeutic Play Center Celebration GiGi literally welcomed me...
Ladies Night Out Vendor Fair
Ladies Night Out Vendor Fair! November 17, 2012 5-9 pm Need some help with holiday shopping, & want to help out an organization at the same time? - Come enjoy some stress free holiday shopping at GiGi's Playhouse- Des Moines!! - Bring your friends & have fun purchasing gifts, laughing...
Health Professional Profile: Advocate for Down’s awareness; Bargstadt has stake as mom, president of GiGi’s Playhouse
On October 24 the Des Moines Register ran a story about GiGi's Playhouse and the 'i have a voice' Traveling Galleries! Health Professional Profile: Advocate for Down's awareness Bargstadt has stake as mom, president of GiGi's Playhouse Daniell Bargstadt had sought a place to gather socially and learn from...
‘i have a voice’ Traveling Galleries featured on ABC
GiGi's Playhouse 'i have a voice' Traveling Galleries in the Media! Please watch this video that aired on ABC on Sunday, October 21, 2012! Then go to: gigismillionvoices.org to find out where you can see the GiGi's Playhouse Traveling Galleries next!