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LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language based activities.\u00a0 This program is for individuals with Down syndrome ages Birth to 3 years.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Saturday, July 13 , 9:30-10:30.<\/p>\n All those interested in volunteering at the Playhouse should please attend this Volunteer Orientation session. You will learn more about GiGi\u2019s Playhouse, receive important information, and be matched with the volunteer activities that interest you. We have something for everyone!<\/p>\n We appreciate your interest in our mission and look forward to seeing you there!!<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Monday, July 9, 5-6:30.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Thursday, July 25, 5-6:30.<\/p>\n Janis Meredith is a behavioral therapist in South West Florida.<\/p>\n \u00a0Miss Gasdia is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with an extensive background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).\u00a0 She has a Masters degree in Psychology with a concentration in ABA.\u00a0 She has been dedicated to working with individuals with autism, and other developmental disabilities for over 30 years.\u00a0 She began working for Eden Autism Services in Princeton, NJ where she continued providing service for 25 years.\u00a0 Her experience ranges from working with young children, and their families, to adults who live in community group home settings.\u00a0 After 17 years working as a Direct Support Professional, she was promoted to Behavior Specialist where she was responsible for the development, training, and implementation of all Behavior Support Plans.\u00a0 Most of the individuals she has served are on the severe end of the autism spectrum.\u00a0 Miss Gasdia is extremely well-versed in developing comprehensive behavior support plans, and in training staff, parents, care givers, and teachers on its implementation.\u00a0 She currently works for Elite DNA Therapy Services here in Fort Myers as an RBT working with children with autism, ADHD, and Downs Syndrome.\u00a0 Miss Gasdia is in the process of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Dominique Gasdia, Saturday, July 13, 1:30-3:00.<\/p>\n Fantastic Friends is a fun night out to facilitate social interaction between adults with Down syndrome and their peers and the community. This program supports the development of social skills and language through peer to peer interaction in a fun casual setting.<\/p>\n Bring a friend (they don\u2019t have to have Down syndrome).<\/p>\n RSVP below for yourself and a friend (if you are bringing someone).<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Friday, July 19, 7-9.<\/p>\n Destination\u00a0Discovery\u00a0<\/strong>supports the development of fine motor skills, gross motor skills, social skills and\u00a0language\u00a0through purposeful play and peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program also brings families together to share experiences and build relationships. All ages welcome.<\/p>\n Bring a friend (they don\u2019t have to have Down syndrome).<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Saturday, July 20, 9:30-11.<\/p>\n Art Explosion is an art program designed to provide hands on experience with multiple art media and provide an outlet for individuals with Down syndrome to express themselves, build confidence, and socialize with peers.\u00a0Our summer edition will expand to include ages 12+<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n Goals include: Click here to RSVP for Thursday, July 11, 1-3.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Thursday, July 25, 1-3<\/p>\n This program invites families and their friends to the Playhouse for playtime! Open Play helps promote positive beginnings for new families with a child with Down syndrome, creates awareness opportunities for peers and friends, as well as support and networking for current families.Come ready for fun and a crazy good time! Open to families with\u00a0children ages 12 and under<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0and their friends<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Thursday, July 11, 10-11:30<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Thursday, July 18, 10-11:30<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Thursday, July 25, 10-11:30<\/p>\n Please join us\u00a0at HYTE CrossFit<\/strong>\u00a0(a few doors down from the Playhouse) for a fun work out brought to you by Hyte Crossfit and their trained cross-fit instructors. We will be ending the workout at the Playhouse with a healthy snack. This is a program suitable for children with Down syndrome ages 6 to 12.<\/p>\n Please RSVP below for the child attending.<\/p>\n Each class is one hour. A take home snack will be provided at the end of the class.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Saturday, July 13, 11:00-12:00.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Saturday, July 20, 11:00-12:00.<\/p>\n Click here to RSVP for Saturday, July 27, 11:00-12:00.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/h1>\n
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Volunteer Orientation<\/h1>\n
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Family Speaker Series \u2013 Dominique Gasdia<\/h1>\n
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Fantastic Friends ages 18+<\/h1>\n
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Destination Discovery all ages<\/h1>\n
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Art Explosion \u2013 Summer Edition ages 12+<\/h1>\n
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\n*Provide healthy outlet for adults to express themselves
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Open Play ages 12 and under<\/h1>\n
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CrossFit ages 6-12<\/h1>\n
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CrossFit ages 13+<\/h1>\n