Posts Tagged ‘GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough’
Why I Tutor
by Kathy Fulham My introduction to GiGi’s was definitely different than many other volunteers, who oftentimes are relatives or friends of participants. Although I live in a different town and had never heard of GiGi’s back then, there was a precious part of my family history that, unbeknownst to me, connected me to it. I…
Read MoreFebruary 2020 Programs & Events
The February calendar at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough is packed with special events and purposeful programming! Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. We continue to ask program participants to RSVP for all programs so that program leaders can accurately prepare. Special Events Valentine’s Day…
Read MoreGiGi’s Asks: What’s Your Why?
Why I Serve as a Program Leader by Virginia Abubakr How exciting it is to be able to share how I became connected to GiGi’s Playhouse and, as a result, currently serve as Program Leader of the Friends, Fun, and Fitness Program, which runs the second Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to noon.…
Read MoreJanuary 2020 Programs & Events
It’s a new year, and the January calendar at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough is packed with special events and purposeful programming! Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. We continue to ask program participants to RSVP for all programs so that program leaders can accurately…
Read MoreIt happened in 2019 at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough
2019 has been an amazing year at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough. We expanded our programs, made new contacts within the community and continued to make a powerful impact on the lives of individuals with Down syndrome. Programming While we continued to offer the same programs that our participants have come to love, new programs were introduced…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday 2019
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday… But TODAY is Giving Tuesday and all around the world people are encouraged to donate to different organizations. In the spirit of the season of thanks and giving, we would like to share ways you can help at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough. Volunteer– As an organization that is 98%…
Read MoreDecember 2019 Special Events & Purposeful Programs
The December calendar at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough is packed with special events and purposeful programming! Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Special Events & Holiday Celebrations Save the Date and join your friends at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough for some holiday fun! Crafts &…
Read MoreMy Conference 2019 Top 5
GiGi’s Playhouse Leadership Conference is one of my favorite events of the year. It is no secret that, as the Playhouse Manager of GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough, I love my job. And those four days (Nov. 6 – 9) spent with my counterparts from other Playhouses throughout the network only further reinforced my adoration for my…
Read MoreSeptember Program Buzz
September is almost here, and at GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough the calendar is packed with purposeful programming! Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Yoga, Wednesday, September 4, 6- 7PM (ages 13+) Program leader Alison Koblin is an occupational therapist who will lead the gentle…
Read MoreBringing Parents Together at GiGi’s Playhouse
Have you heard about the GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough Parent Group? For our blog this month, we sat down with Parent Group Program Leader Jessica McMullen to learn more about this important forum and what the group hopes to accomplish. Q: What is the purpose of the GiGi’s Playhouse Hillsborough Parent Group? JM: The parents group is a…
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