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Your Summer Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse Start Here ☀️ 

This summer, we’re doing something a little different at GiGi’s Playhouse—and it’s all designed with one goal in mind: giving families more time to connect.  As always, every program is free of charge, and you’ll still see the programs you know and love. But during select weeks, we’re introducing a new, simple way to spend your day at the Playhouse.  What's New...
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Best of All in Action: Celebrating Becky Pribula

At GiGi’s Playhouse, Best of All is more than something we say—it’s something we strive to live out every day. It’s not about being better than someone else. It’s about showing up as your best self. It’s about growth, persistence, and celebrating progress, no matter how big or small. At...
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The Power of Words: A Mother’s Story and the Strength of Community

At our Diamonds + Denim Gala, we talked a lot about brilliance and strength—what they look like, how they show up, and how they shape the GiGi’s Playhouse community. But one of the most powerful moments of the night didn’t come from a program or an award. It came from...
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Getting It Done: Honoring Kristen Peterson

At GiGi’s Playhouse, our core values guide everything we do. One of those values—Get It Done—is all about action. It’s about stepping up, pushing through challenges, and making meaningful progress, even when the path isn’t easy. At this year’s gala, we had the honor of recognizing someone who lives out...
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Celebrating the Best of All: Our First Participant of the Year

At GiGi’s Playhouse, one phrase guides everything we do: Best of All. It’s more than a motto—it’s a mindset. It’s about showing up, growing, and striving to be just a little better than yesterday. Throughout the year, we celebrate this spirit through our Participant and Volunteer of the Month recognitions....

Best of All: Meet Kristin

Some people show up to volunteer. Others help build something from the ground up. Kristin Nelsen is one of those people.Some people show up to volunteer. Others help build something from the ground up. Kristin Nelsen is one of those people. Kristin has been part of GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo-Moorhead for...

Rock Your Socks: Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 

Every year on March 21, communities around the world come together to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day—a day dedicated to recognizing individuals with Down syndrome while promoting inclusion, acceptance, and understanding. At GiGi’s Playhouse, this is a day our community looks forward to all year.  And we want you to celebrate...

Participant Best of All: Avery C.

At GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo, Best of All is about recognizing effort, growth, and the everyday moments that show just how capable our participants are. This month, we are thrilled to celebrate Avery Jo Carlson as our Participant Best of All — a determined, joyful teen who brings confidence, curiosity, and...

Volunteer Best of All: Sydney Grefsheim

At GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo, Best of All is about recognizing growth, connection, and the moments that show what is possible when people are supported, encouraged, and believed in. This month, we are proud to celebrate Sydney Grefsheim as one of our Volunteer Best of All highlights — someone whose heart...

Join our Mission: Volunteers Needed for 2026!

GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo is powered by something truly special — you.Every smile, breakthrough, high five, and “best of all” moment inside our Playhouse happens because volunteers choose to share their time, talent, and heart with our community. As we head into a busy and exciting 2026, we’re looking for amazing...

New 2026 Programs Released- Don’t Miss Out!

A new year means new opportunities to learn, grow, move, and connect at GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo — and 2026 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet! With programs for early learners, school-age participants, teens, and adults, there truly is something for everyone. As always, all programs are purposeful,...

🎶 November Volunteer Best of All: Celebrating Bridgette Bitzegaio of Adapt Music!

At GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo, volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission. With 99% of our programs volunteer-led, every hour of support fuels life-changing, free programming for individuals with Down syndrome. This month, we’re thrilled to honor someone whose impact can be heard and felt the moment she enters the Playhouse....