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Fall Tutoring
September 6 - December 19 Fall Literacy and Math Tutoring Fall session: September 6, 2021 – December 19, 2021 Fall registration open July 25, 2021 – August 22, 2021 Fall literacy and math tutoring is available in-person and virtual. All participants must register and all sessions are by appointment.
Family Fun @ Keller’s Farmstand
Family Fun @ Keller’s Farmstand
Family Fun Day @ Keller's Farm Karen Larson has generously donated 11 tickets to Keller's Farmstand to be used on Sunday, September 26th at 9am. Please indicate the number of tickets you will need when making your RSVP. This will be first come first serve for the free tickets, but everyone is welcome. HOURS: 9am-6pm…
Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive- VOLUNTEER EVENT
Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive- VOLUNTEER EVENT
Looking for Volunteers for the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Events Everyone can participate. Enthusiasm for this worthwhile cause is the only qualification to volunteer. We only ask volunteers to greet and thank donors with a SMILE. Volunteers for street corner locations should be able-bodied with good vision and reactions, due to traffic danger. Due…
Dance Little Lights 11-11:30am (ages 6 and under) HYBRID
Dance Little Lights 11-11:30am (ages 6 and under) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
Dance Dazzle 11:30am-12:15pm (ages 7-12) HYBRID
Dance Dazzle 11:30am-12:15pm (ages 7-12) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
Dance Radiance 12:15-1pm (ages 13+) HYBRID
Dance Radiance 12:15-1pm (ages 13+) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
2 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
2 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
5 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi's Kitchen Adult GiGi's Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through kitchen safety, food preparation, nutrition education, social activities and a shared meal. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will earn about and practice topics including knife skills, measurements, food handling, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
Destination Discovery with Elmhurst University IN PERSON (all ages)
Destination Discovery with Elmhurst University IN PERSON (all ages)
Destination Discovery with Elmhurst University OT- Session 3 Destination Discovery supports the development of motor skills, social skills and language through 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. Goals: Increase social skills, with focus on group participation…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Drama Troupe w/ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Drama Troupe w/ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Program Description: Confidence, communication and cooperation will be practiced through a variety of drama and improvisational techniques and games. A theatrical production will be re-created to learn to express ourselves with physical and vocal freedom. Goals: Empower the performer Highlight student actors' to discover their natural creativity and individuality Enhance speech, communication and social skills…
4 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
Tennis IN PERSON (ages 5+)
Tennis IN PERSON (ages 5+)
Tennis Program Description: promote physical fitness and facilitate social interaction and positive peer relationships such as team work through beginner tennis drills, which will include footwork, strengthing and racquet skills. Recommended for ages 5+ Goals: increase physical activity levels help promote the sport tennis motivate participants to independently become involved in the sport and physical…
2 events,
LMNOP (ages 0-36 months) IN PERSON
LMNOP (ages 0-36 months) IN PERSON
Monthly Program Program Description: LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program for children age newborn to 36 months old. It guides parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language based activities. Goals introducing and practicing the use of basic sign/gestures/pictures to support language development Increase…
4 events,
Dance Little Lights 11-11:30am (ages 6 and under) HYBRID
Dance Little Lights 11-11:30am (ages 6 and under) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
Dance Dazzle 11:30am-12:15pm (ages 7-12) HYBRID
Dance Dazzle 11:30am-12:15pm (ages 7-12) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
Dance Radiance 12:15-1pm (ages 13+) HYBRID
Dance Radiance 12:15-1pm (ages 13+) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
4 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Fox Valley Volunteer Orientation IN PERSON
Fox Valley Volunteer Orientation IN PERSON
Volunteer Orientation Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer. GiGi’s Playhouse is a volunteer run organization, and we rely on the skill and dedication of volunteers of various levels of expertise to keep our programs vibrant, educational, fun and free. Since the first Playhouse opened in 2003, GiGi’s Playhouse programs have always been…
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
This program is for all ages! This October GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers will be celebrating Down Syndrome Acceptance Month. The goal being to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all! Join us each week in October for a Family Fun Night! We will…
2 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
4 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi's Kitchen Adult GiGi's Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through kitchen safety, food preparation, nutrition education, social activities and a shared meal. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will earn about and practice topics including knife skills, measurements, food handling, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Program Description: Confidence, communication and cooperation will be practiced through a variety of drama and improvisational techniques and games. A theatrical production will be re-created to learn to express ourselves with physical and vocal freedom. Goals: Empower the performer Highlight student actors' to discover their natural creativity and individuality Enhance speech, communication and social skills…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
1 event,
3 events,
Buddy Walk IN PERSON
Chicagoland Buddy Walk The Chicagoland Buddy Walk is run by parents and families of individuals with Down syndrome. Once a year we have a 1-mile walk to support local individuals and groups involved with making a better life in the Down syndrome world. Not only do we have a beautiful walk, we also have many other…
Dance PERFORMANCE @ Buddy Walk
Dance PERFORMANCE @ Buddy Walk
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Little Lights, Dazzle and Radiance will be performing on stage at the Buddy Walk. GiGi's Playhouse Fox Valley will have a tent set up at the Buddy Walk for families to gather. Feel free to…
3 events,
Family Fun IN PERSON @ Abbey Farms 11:30am-2:30pm
Family Fun IN PERSON @ Abbey Farms 11:30am-2:30pm
Family Fun @ Abbey Farms Program Description: Support the development of social skills and language through peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program also supports gross motor skills through active games, as well as fine motor skills & self-help skills Family Fun supports the therapeutic-based development of individuals with Down…
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Board Meeting 7pm IN PERSON
Board Meeting 7pm IN PERSON
GiGi's Playhouse Fox Valley Board of Managers If you would like to be considered as a board member please submit your resume and the Application for Board of Managers to foxvalley@gigisplayhouse.org Not sure if you would like to be on the board, but still want to be involved? Join one of our committees! Send a letter…
5 events,
Little Pops Pizza Fundraiser
Little Pops Pizza Fundraiser
A Pizza Party for a Cause A fundraising effort for GiGi's Playhouse Fox Valley January 7, 2021 11AM-9PM Aurora Location 3015 E. New York Street Suite A-13 Aurora, IL 60502 630-687-9400 Naperville Location 1819 Wehrli Road Naperville, IL 60565 630-210-8084 Join…
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi's Kitchen Adult GiGi's Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through kitchen safety, food preparation, nutrition education, social activities and a shared meal. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will earn about and practice topics including knife skills, measurements, food handling, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
5 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Program Description: Confidence, communication and cooperation will be practiced through a variety of drama and improvisational techniques and games. A theatrical production will be re-created to learn to express ourselves with physical and vocal freedom. Goals: Empower the performer Highlight student actors' to discover their natural creativity and individuality Enhance speech, communication and social skills…
Fantastic Friends with Rising Adults VIRTUAL (ages 13+)
Fantastic Friends with Rising Adults VIRTUAL (ages 13+)
Virtual Fantastic Friends with Rising Adults Fantastic Friends is joining Rising Adults in a fantastic night of VIRTUAL friends and fun! This monthly program supports the development of social skills and language through peer to peer interaction in a fun and casual setting. All teens and adults are welcome. Program Leader: Jaimie Valentini September Feature:…
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
This program is for all ages! This October GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers will be celebrating Down Syndrome Acceptance Month. The goal being to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all! Join us each week in October for a Family Fun Night! We will…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
1 event,
2 events,
Naperville Half Marathon & 5k
Naperville Half Marathon & 5k
Naperville Half Marathon & 5k A vital part of the impact of the Naperville Half Marathon & 5k is the associated charity program. Each year, to help our neighbors in need, Naperville Half Marathon Races works with local, regional and national charities to help raise awareness, facilitate donations, and provide surplus race supplies to charities…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
This program is for all ages! This October GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers will be celebrating Down Syndrome Acceptance Month. The goal being to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all! Join us each week in October for a Family Fun Night! We will…
2 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
4 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi's Kitchen Adult GiGi's Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through kitchen safety, food preparation, nutrition education, social activities and a shared meal. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will earn about and practice topics including knife skills, measurements, food handling, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
5 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Teen Tastic (ages 13-17) In-Person
Teen Tastic (ages 13-17) In-Person
Teen Tastic Program Leader: Tanya and Jim Jarvis Program Description: Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem-solving abilities. Goals: Increase social skills, with a focus on group participation and increasing leisure activity options Increase…
Family Speaker: Special Needs Planning & Wealth Management VIRTUAL 6-7pm
Family Speaker: Special Needs Planning & Wealth Management VIRTUAL 6-7pm
This program is for parents and caregivers. In conjunction with Morgan Stanley we are hosting a Family Speaker evening on Special Needs Planning and Wealth Management. When you have a child or other family member with special needs, you face unique wealth planning challenges that other families don’t. You’re concerned about the future security of…
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Program Description: Confidence, communication and cooperation will be practiced through a variety of drama and improvisational techniques and games. A theatrical production will be re-created to learn to express ourselves with physical and vocal freedom. Goals: Empower the performer Highlight student actors' to discover their natural creativity and individuality Enhance speech, communication and social skills…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
1 event,
5 events,
Dance Little Lights 11-11:30am (ages 6 and under) HYBRID
Dance Little Lights 11-11:30am (ages 6 and under) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
Dance Dazzle 11:30am-12:15pm (ages 7-12) HYBRID
Dance Dazzle 11:30am-12:15pm (ages 7-12) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
RESCHEDULED Hispanic Playgroup (all ages) IN PERSON 11:30am-1pm
RESCHEDULED Hispanic Playgroup (all ages) IN PERSON 11:30am-1pm
Hispanic Playgroup Program Description: this program provides support, friendship, networking and socialization for Spanish-speaking families. Open to families with children of all ages. Program Leader: Mayfe Zurita Goals: Helping new parents/family members to embrace the diagnosis Provide a positive setting for parents to share experiences and learn from each other Foster relationships within the family Support…
Dance Radiance 12:15-1pm (ages 13+) HYBRID
Dance Radiance 12:15-1pm (ages 13+) HYBRID
Light Up the World with Dance 2021-2022 Steps Dance Center is pairing up with GiGi's Playhouse for its 6th year! Dance program is available IN PERSON at Steps Dance Center or VIRTUALLY. Please indicate your method of attendance in your RSVP. All participants who plan on being in the Holiday Show on December 12 must…
2 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
3 events,
Super Sibs Parent Workshop VIRTUAL 6-8pm
Super Sibs Parent Workshop VIRTUAL 6-8pm
Super Sibs Parent Workshop Parents of children with special needs often face a unique set of circumstances due to the academic, behavioral, and medical components of each child’s care. Join other parents in our workshop to process emotions and experiences while gaining peer support, learning positive approaches to life’s difficult situations, and increasing self-care practice.…
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
5 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi's Kitchen Adult GiGi's Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through kitchen safety, food preparation, nutrition education, social activities and a shared meal. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will earn about and practice topics including knife skills, measurements, food handling, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month Family Fun Night VIRTUAL 7-8pm
This program is for all ages! This October GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers will be celebrating Down Syndrome Acceptance Month. The goal being to change the way the world views Down syndrome and send a global message of acceptance for all! Join us each week in October for a Family Fun Night! We will…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Program Description: Confidence, communication and cooperation will be practiced through a variety of drama and improvisational techniques and games. A theatrical production will be re-created to learn to express ourselves with physical and vocal freedom. Goals: Empower the performer Highlight student actors' to discover their natural creativity and individuality Enhance speech, communication and social skills…
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
2 events,
Halloween Experience
Halloween Experience
Halloween Experience GiGi's Playhouse Fox Valley is participating in the Trunk-or-Treat with Rising Lights Project and My Recess Therapy. 25+ local organizations and PICs will join for a spooktacular time with allergy friendly treats! There will also be a classic car show, local author readings, therapy animal experiences, and a sensory tent. Join us!
1 event,
3 events,
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Fox Valley Volunteer Orientation IN PERSON
Fox Valley Volunteer Orientation IN PERSON
Volunteer Orientation Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer. GiGi’s Playhouse is a volunteer run organization, and we rely on the skill and dedication of volunteers of various levels of expertise to keep our programs vibrant, educational, fun and free. Since the first Playhouse opened in 2003, GiGi’s Playhouse programs have always been…
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Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
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Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult IN PERSON 11am-12:30pm
GiGi's Kitchen Adult GiGi's Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through kitchen safety, food preparation, nutrition education, social activities and a shared meal. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will earn about and practice topics including knife skills, measurements, food handling, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will…
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult IN PERSON 1-2pm
GiGiFIT Adult (ages 18+) GiGiFIT is for individuals ages 18+. The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome to independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT focuses on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, balance, mobility,…
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National Leadership Conference
Quick View of our 5 Day Conference Wed 11/3: All new staff since 11/2020 Thu 11/4: All staff Fri 11/5: All staff, boards, startup teams, and key volunteers; Networking reception at the GiGi's National Office and Hoffman Estates Playhouse Sat 11/6: All staff, boards, startup teams, and key volunteers; Banquet, award ceremony and dancing in…
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Drama Troupe w/ ASP Buddy Theater (ages 10+) IN PERSON
Program Description: Confidence, communication and cooperation will be practiced through a variety of drama and improvisational techniques and games. A theatrical production will be re-created to learn to express ourselves with physical and vocal freedom. Goals: Empower the performer Highlight student actors' to discover their natural creativity and individuality Enhance speech, communication and social skills…
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Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours
Playhouse Hours Monday- 12pm - 6pm Tuesday- 9am - 3pm Wednesday- 9am - 3pm Thursday- 9am - 3pm Friday- 9am - 3pm Saturday- by appointment Sunday- by appointment To ensure the safety of everyone all visitors must have an appointment or RSVP to attend programs. Appointments may be made outside the typical Playhouse hours. One…
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LMNOP (ages 0-36 months) IN PERSON
LMNOP (ages 0-36 months) IN PERSON
Monthly Program Program Description: LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program for children age newborn to 36 months old. It guides parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language based activities. Goals: introducing and practicing the use of basic sign/gestures/pictures to support language development Increase…