Bo is in Our Arms Where He Will Stay!
Our path to adopting Bo has been full of twists and turns, but has led us to an amazing, sweet, perfect son. On July 28, 2014, we finally had Bo in our arms where he will stay! GiGi's Playhouse Des Moines has been a huge part of our story. We...
Callen’s Super Buddy
In all of his four years, Callen has never met a stranger. He greets everyone he passes with an enthusiastic “Hi!” He gets handed from adult to adult in pretty much every social situation he’s in. He high fives kids at the baseball fields and playgrounds. It is truly amazing...
Carsten’s Super Buddy
Meet Carsten. Who knew that eight years ago one little person could make such a difference in a family and community's life. And even though the blue eyes, requests for cookies, or Scooby Doo might grab your attention - if you take the time to get to know Carsten you'll...
MCC Tigers to host Down syndrome awareness night on Jan. 25 against No. 5 Indian Hills
On Saturday, January 25, the Marshalltown Community College men’s basketball team will help raise awareness for Down Syndrome as the Tigers host No. 5 Indian Hills Community College at 7:00 PM at the Student Activity Center. Head coach Brynjar Brynjarrson and the Tigers will team up with Roger Brown, the...
Thank You to our Volunteers
Des Moines volunteers make a difference every day at GiGi’s Playhouse. GiGi’s Playhouse recently honored its volunteers with a Volunteer Appreciation Dinner hosted by its Board of Directors at Mama LaCona’s Restaurant. In 2013, GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines is thankful to have received over 1,467 hours of volunteer service...
Stars Shine Bright in Des Moines
November 25, 2013 (URBANDALE, IA): GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers announced 4 prestigious awards at its 10th Anniversary International Conference in Schaumburg, Illinois on Saturday, November 9. The “Super Star” award is given to a Playhouse that continually displays excellence in all aspects of mission readiness, programming, business operations...
Shop ‘Til You Drop!
Need some help with holiday shopping, & want to help out an organization at the same time? - Please join us for stress free holiday shopping at GiGi's Playhouse-Des Moines!! - Bring your friends & have fun purchasing gifts, laughing & socializing! We will have something for everyone with candles,...
Join Us for Pizza & Open Play
Join us November 13th from 5:30- 6:30pm for Open Play and Pizza! Students from Upper Iowa University will be hosting a special Open Play for all ages! We hope you can join us for karaoke, Wii, dressing up, playing Uno, the Therapeutic Playcenter, and more on November 13th! Please RSVP...
Pumpkin Patch Party
Thank You to everyone who came out for the GiGi's Playhouse Des Moines Pumpkin Patch Fall Party! All over Howell's Tree Farm you could see families and kids laughing, playing and loads of smiles! From horse back riding (fake or real) to the corn box, haybale maze and on the...
GiGi’s 5k & Buddy Walk
Carsten's Crusaders Carsten's Crusaders will be participating in our 8th Buddy Walk on August 24th! Year after year we have had family, friends, and teachers rally together to show their love and support of Carsten, and financially support Up with Down, GiGi's Playhouse and NDSA. It feels great to be...