James’ Bond
"See the way his eyes are?.... See the way his nose is?.... These are signs of Down syndrome." I still remember the way my doctor "broke the news." So matter-of-fact.... So nonchalant. My first reaction was "Awww, that's too bad." Then, of course, I cried. I guess everyone does. I...
Seeing is Believing
"Seeing is believing". This is a phrase I often use to describe my journey with my daughter. When she was little, people would tell me she was going to sit up, walk, talk, feed herself, dress herself and play like other kids. I hear them, but I still kept wondering......
New Year’s at Noon Party
Don't Forget to stop by for our New Year's at Noon party on Monday, December 31st from 11am-1pm. Pizza, craft, and balloon drop at Noon. Don't miss out! Can't wait to see you there.
Literacy and Math Registration Due December 10th!
Registration for Math and Literacy is under way here at Hoffman Estates! If you did not receive a form in the mail, please give Ashley a call at or stop by as we have extras ready to go! The program is offered to individuals age 3 and up. If you...
Help Celebrate Our 9th Anniversary – GiGifest 2012!!!
Join us for pony rides, face painting, pumpkin decorating, games, sports clinics, an obstacle course, a bouncy house, and much more!!! Our 2013 Calendar Kids will be introduced and will walk the red carpet!! Join us this Sunday, October 7th from Noon - 3:00 for all the FUN!!! There is...
3-4 Year Old Playgroup Meets This Saturday!!
Our newest playgroup for 3 – 4 years olds (and others that want to join) will meet at 9:00 am this Saturday!! This is a great opportunity for families to participate in an open play atmosphere especially if you cannot stop by the Playhouse during the week! This playgroup promotes...
Tie Your Shoes With Kids Club on Saturday!!!
Kids Club (8-12 year olds) meets this Saturday at 10:30 with a focus on 'Tie Your Shoes'!!! If you can tie your shoes, come and show off your skills and help your friends learn what you have learned! If you are still learning, come and work with one of our...
3 – 4 year old Playgroup Starts!!
This new playgroup for 3 - 4 years olds (and others that want to join) will meet at 9:00 am on the 4th Saturday of the month starting this Saturday, August 25th!! This is a casual environment playgroup that will help promote parent networking and socialization. Melanie will be our program leader...
Kids Club Has Lots of Talent “Talent Show”!!!
Come One, Come All! - Saturday, August 25, 2012 from 10:30 - Noon. The show gives the children (9-13 year olds) an opportunity to showcase their awesome talents in a very relaxed and supportive environment. Each child is welcome to bring one or two acts. Their parents can even join...
Hop, Skip & Jumpers This Saturday (August 4)!!
The Hop, Skip & Jumpers program will be held this Saturday, August 4, 2012 at 11:30 am (instead of the 2nd Saturday - only for August). Come join us and meet our new Program Leader Samantha and Program Host Cody! They have great activities and crafts planned and are very...
With Deep Sadness…
Elijah Daniel Lautenbach Leimberer, age 3, a resident of Warrenville, IL, died Wednesday, August 1, 2012, at the Ann & Robert Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago, IL. He was born February 20, 2009 in Winfield, IL. Elijah could walk into a room and light it up with his infectious smile....
The Chicago Cubs want to take you out to the Ballpark!!
The Chicago Cubs & GiGi's want to take YOU (our GiGi's Playhouse families) out to the ballpark on Wednesday, August 15, 2012. This is a day of Down syndrome awareness when the Chicago Cubs meet the Houston Astros. The Chicago Cubs organization is donating the tickets, so there is no...