The ‘Friends of GiGi’s’ Golf Outing was a Blast!
On Saturday, June 18th we had our annual ‘Friends of GiGi’s’ Golf Outing. It was a great event full of golf, laughter, and friendly competition. We want to say many thanks to the golf committee, to our sponsors and all of the golfers for making this event be a success!...
Friday Friends Planting Night
friday friends had more than 40 participants enjoying a little karaoke fun, playing basketball, boogying down, and planting flowers! ????? planting is the perfect spring activity to welcome the warmer weather, learn about nature, and it’s also fun to get a little dirty! flowers are beautiful and bring happiness wherever...
Kristina Conner, wife, mother, volunteer, self advocate with Down syndrome
Since we met Kristina a little over a year ago, she has made a huge impact on the lives of so many at GiGi's Playhouse Des Moines! Kristina currently volunteers three times a week as the GiGi Academy Fitness Instructor. Kristina's passion for dance lends itself perfectly to put the...
Have You Heard about Generation “G”????
generation g is a movement – Standing for people of all different abilities and their rights to dignity, opportunity, and global acceptance. generation g is a mindset – Finding the inner strength to harness the good and take action. generation g is an action plan – Engaging families, volunteers, donors,...
The Kiwanis Basketball Jamboree is this Saturday!!
GiGi’s Playhouse is honored to be the 2015 Beneficiary of the Kiwanis Basketball Jamboree! The Des Moines metro area Kiwanis Clubs work together to host the annual Kiwanis Basketball Jamboree, a fun event that brings together 16 of the Central Iowa Metro League basketball teams (boys & girls) in one...
Art Explosion Starts in November!
We are so excited to announce that starting in November GiGi's will offer Art Explosion on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 3:45 to 5:00pm! Art Explosion provides a hands on experience with multiple art media and provides an outlet for individuals with Down syndrome to express themselves, build...
Calling all Actors & Actresses
Drama Troupe was such a success over the summer that Annie & Joe have agreed to do a 2015-16 school year. Drama Troupe program here at GiGi's for individuals with Down syndrome 11 years old and up! The Goals of Drama Troupe using Role-play Theatre Analysis (RTA) is to establish healthy, meaningful relationships and achieve...
And the Winner is….
We had a great turn out of local artists for our 'Be A Star' 5k & Inspirational Walk Coloring Contest held this summer! Thank you to all who participated and allowed us to display your artwork at GiGi's Playhouse! And now it is time to announce our WINNERS! In the...
A Daily Stand for Global Acceptance
Friends: today we come to you with troubling news – news that demonstrates why GiGi’s Playhouse fights so hard every day for Global Acceptance. We BELIEVE that people of all abilities should be treated with dignity. Not everyone does. We believe people of all abilities should be included. Not everyone...
Hop, Skip & Jumpers starts in September
Our Hop, Skip and Jumpers program is designed for 3-6 year olds and their families to help promote social, emotional and gross motor development through a variety of activities, including interactive play, sharing, cooperative games and physical activity. Creativity and movement will be incorporated throughout the program. Goals: · Increase...
Des Moines GiGi’s Gift Shoppe Interns Are Making a Difference a State Away!
Our Gift Shoppe interns worked very hard in June to make inspirational American art for the 4th of July. They created and sold three pallet flags! Michael, Trinity, and Joel sanded, painted, modge-podged, and antiqued all three pieces! They also put their sales and social media skills to work in...
Friends Fun & Fitness is #BestOfAll
We are off to an AWESOME start. Having an AMAZING time encouraging and praising the effort of each friend. The teamwork, sense of accomplishment, and nonstop smiles are truly priceless! So far we have experienced beach ball soccer, balloon sports, our version of cross fit, how yummy healthy snacks can...