February 2022 Programs

The February 2022 program schedule and registration is available on online at gigisplayhouse.org/hillsborough/calendar.

Karate Kickers, Wednesday, February 2, 6- 6:45 PM (ages 10+)
Karate Kickers is now a weekly hybrid program- attend in person at the Playhouse or online through GiGi’s at Home! The benefits of karate for people with Down syndrome are endless.  Karate focuses on development of balance, coordination, discipline, focus, attention, physical fitness, and confidence. There will be no physical contact between peers.

Volunteer Orientation, Wednesday, February 2, 6- 7PM (all ages)
Are you interested in volunteering with GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough? Come join us for volunteer orientation and learn about the various ways you can donate your time and talents to the playhouse.

Fantastic Friends, Friday, February 4, 7- 9PM (ages 18+)
A fun purposeful & social gathering for adults with Down syndrome, their peers and the community. Supports the development of social skills and language through peer-to-peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. Recommended for Adults 18+.

Friends, Fun, & Fitness, Saturday, February 5, 10- 11AM (ages 10+)
Join Miss Virginia for Drums Alive!

Art Explosion, Saturday, February 5, 11AM- 12PM (ages 10+)
Creative, play-based, arts and crafts activities, will be offered with the goal of helping them to learn skills to manage their emotions. The activities offered will be used to engage otherwise reluctant children, adolescents or young adults, and help them express their thoughts and feelings in a pleasurable, relaxed and creative environment.

Volunteer Orientation, Saturday, February 5, 1:00- 2:00PM (all ages)
Are you interested in volunteering with GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough? Come join us for volunteer orientation and learn about the various ways you can donate your time and talents to the playhouse.

Karate Kickers, Wednesday, February 9, 6- 6:45 PM (ages 10+)
Karate Kickers is now a weekly hybrid program- attend in person at the Playhouse or online through GiGi’s at Home! The benefits of karate for people with Down syndrome are endless.  Karate focuses on development of balance, coordination, discipline, focus, attention, physical fitness, and confidence. There will be no physical contact between peers.

Fantastic Friends, Friday, February 11, 7- 9PM (ages 18+)
A fun purposeful & social gathering for adults with Down syndrome, their peers and the community. Supports the development of social skills and language through peer-to-peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. Recommended for Adults 18+.

Destination Discovery, Saturday, February 12, 10AM- 12PM (all ages)
This is an interactive and engaging program for participants of all ages and their families. It supports the development of motor skills, social skills and language through purposeful play and peer-to-peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. In this all-ages program, participants progress from needing assistance, to working independently, to serving in the role of helper and partner to younger participants! This program also brings families together to share experiences and build relationships.

Karate Kickers, Wednesday, February 16, 6- 6:45 PM (ages 10+)
Karate Kickers is now a weekly hybrid program- attend in person at the Playhouse or online through GiGi’s at Home! The benefits of karate for people with Down syndrome are endless.  Karate focuses on development of balance, coordination, discipline, focus, attention, physical fitness, and confidence. There will be no physical contact between peers.

Teen Tastic & Fantastic Friends, Friday, February 18, 7- 8PM (ages 13+)
Join us for our monthly VIRTUAL dance with Count Graham! A fun purposeful & social gathering for teens & adults with Down syndrome, their peers and the community. Supports the development of social skills and language through peer-to-peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. Recommended for Adults 13+.

Cooking Club, Saturday, February 19, 12- 1PM (ages 10+)
Get cooking with your friends at GiGi’s!  This program is geared toward building safety awareness in the kitchen and preparing healthy recipes that taste great. This month we are making the participant-selected dish tacos!

As space is limited for health and safety reasons, each program will have a pre-determined attendance limit. The same policy will also apply to program volunteers; there will be limited capacity for volunteers at each program. Should a participant or volunteer arrive for a program without having registered and the Playhouse is at capacity, he/she will be turned away at the door.