Posts Tagged ‘Down syndrome’
A Colorful Life
Our Playhouse has revamped our thank you notes and we wanted to take a second to introduce you to the artist behind the colorful, one-of-a-kind acknowledgements. The following is what he would like to share with you. My name is Joseph and I am 24 going on 25. Before I got started with abstract art, I…
Read MoreJoin the Club!
Did you know that GiGi’s Playhouse Fort Wayne has a unique monthly giving program, Club 21? For only $21 a month, members get several benefits! unlimited coffee, tea and hot chocolate 10% discount on GiGi’s Playhouse merchandise sold in store 5% discount on Group Travel Tours use of the coffee shop to enjoy card games,…
Read MoreWho Ya Gonna Call?
At the beginning of my Senior year, I didn’t know what I wanted to study in college. I found GiGi’s Playhouse in August, began my internship, and I’ve been so changed. I recently submitted all my applications for college under Special Education and I’m very excited for my future. I give all the credit to…
Read MoreCombat Christmas Craziness
The children are on Winter Break, the weather isn’t ideal for playing outside, and did we mention Christmas is in 3 days?! We were filled with Christmas spirit during GiGi University today and to combat our energy, we searched North Pole via Google Maps and found a Santa Tracker! The Tracker lets you explore Santa’s Village! As you…
Read MoreA Week to Remember
To many people, this week will go down in the history books as one of the best weeks EVER! Not only did the Chicago Cubs win the World Series for the first time in 108 years, but it was also the week of the 2016 GiGi’s Playhouse National Conference! 39 Playhouse locations were in attendance…
Read MoreReaching New Heights
Can you believe that GiGi’s Playhouse Fort Wayne has been open less than seven months?! We are reaching new heights and we could not have done it without YOU! On August 12th, we welcomed our 2,000th participant through our doors! Our community has been incredibly generous with their time, talent and donations. Our committed volunteers have donated over…
Read MoreJourney to Health
Losing weight and increasing your level of fitness is not an easy task. Becoming the healthiest version of yourself takes time and dedication. Matt’s journey to health started in March 2016. He had enrolled in GiGi Prep, had limited mobility, sat in a chair while exercising, and had a love for all things unhealthy. Matt made the…
Read MoreTru Kingz of Kindness
On February 21st, GiGi’s Playhouse Fort Wayne received a message from a young man, Will. Will was in the process of becoming a full member of a local motorcycle club, Tru Kingz. To become a full member, the prospects must organize or host an event for charity. What a beautiful idea, right? A few days…
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