GiGi Fest 2022

Last Sunday the National Playhouse hosted their 19th annual GiGi Fest for everyone to stop by for some popcorn, pony rides, fun, and games! There was something for the whole family to enjoy! Everyone had a smile on their face and a craft to take home. We were so grateful...

GiGi’s Annual Golf Outing

This week GiGi's Playhouse hosted their annual Golf Outing, and we could not be more thankful for everyone attending and coordinating this event. Originally, the golf outing was scheduled for August, but due to weather conditions we had to reschedule for October 10th and what a perfect day it was!...

Grab a Buddy and take a Walk

American Society of Anesthesiologists invited GiGi's Playhouse on a Buddy Walk with their staff members. The day was filled with gelato, games, and a perfect day to be outside. The individuals from GiGi's Playhouse were so incredibly thankful for the chance to spread the word about GiGi's and play so many...

Two Turning ONE

ONE of a Kind Birthday  Today, there is so much to celebrate! One year ago, we had an absolute blessing that two baby boys were born on this day, and no they are not twins! Both boys come from different families, both diagnosed with Down syndrome, and were even born...

Down syndrome Awareness Month

October is right around the corner which means it is almost Down syndrome Awareness Month! To celebrate we are hoping to hear from our families about their story and journey of their child with Down syndrome. We hope to hear everything from the celebration of birth to their Best of...

There’s a Birthday Party in Hugs and Mugs!

You're invited!! Do you have a birthday coming up? Have your party at Hugs & Mugs! We have a wonderful cafe space and a gym to run around and have fun! Everyone is also served a cup of gelato. Our gelato flavors are Birthday Cake, Mint Chip, Lemon, Chocolate, Vanilla,...

Golf “FORE” Steven Wittkowski

This year GiGi's Playhouse was honored to be a part of the Steven Wittkowski Golf Classic. We were able to set up our booth at the first hole and were educating all the golfer's about GiGi's as well as see if they were able to aim their golf ball onto...

Volunteer Spotlight – Jose

GiGi's Playhouse would not function if it were not for our volunteers. Our volunteers are always willing to give a helping hand and give their best efforts to give everyone a positive experience from the moment a family, friend, staff member, donor, or any member of the community walks into...

Get Your Toddler Moving in GiGiFIT

In GiGiFIT Toddler we are make every movement fun! From walking, crawling, rolling, to running, jumping, and bouncing! In a fun environment we are purposefully progressing on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, endurance, and joint stability. Our exercises are created by a physical therapist and are specific...

Lots of Love for Hugs and Mugs

Today we were very lucky to get to know more about our very own Ramsin who interns at Hugs and Mugs. He has been interning for over 4 years. Ramsin earned all of his career skills when he graduated from GiGi Prep and GiGi University. At our GiGi Prep and...

Getting to Know Farzin

Our GiGi's Ambassador Program continues to work on creating their own blog for readers to get to know our participants a little more. Farzin has been a part of GiGi's for over 10 years. He said he has gained a lot from our tutoring program and working with our very...

A Familiar Face at Hugs and Mugs 

For over a year now, GiGi's has been entirely grateful to have an incredible volunteer at our Hugs & Mugs. Miguel is such a hard worker and a great person all around. He is always willing to give a helping hand and has even offered delicious food to some of...