Family Resources
These resources are some of our community partners and resources families have recommended over the years. This list is not inclusive and, except for the GiGi's Playhouse Resources, are independent of GiGi's Playhouse. Please do your own research when finding resources that are best for your family. If you have...
Down but Not Out: The Life of Eric Readinger and His Mother
Down but Not Out: is a beautiful memoir penned by Eric's mother, Julianne Zedalis. This is a guest blog with an introduction by a Madison volunteer, Julia Sullivan, and an essay by Julianne Zedalis. We are proud to help spread this message of connection and inspiration, in partnership with GiGi's...
3 Must-Attend 2025 Fundraisers for Inclusion & Impact
Support GiGi’s Playhouse Madison with 3 Must-Attend 2025 Fundraisers for Inclusion & Impact Dash for Down Syndrome – April 26, 2025 New Theme: Super here's Dash for Down Syndrome! Get ready to don your capes and masks for one of the most impactful, high-energy events of the year! Our Dash...
2025 Friends of GiGi’s: Building Meaningful Partnerships
Friends of GiGi's Partnerships are helping us change the world. At GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, we believe that partnerships are about more than sponsorships—they’re about connection, collaboration, and making a lasting impact. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce our 2025 Friends of GiGi’s partners, a mix of returning champions and...
Gliding into Winter: Our Annual Family Ice Skating Event
Gliding, Giggles and Glowing Fires There’s something special about winter nights—crisp air, twinkling lights, and the sound of skates gliding (or sometimes shuffling) across the ice. This year’s Family & Friends Ice Skating Event, in partnership with Monona Parks and Recreation and DSAW-SC, was another unforgettable evening filled with fun,...
A Magical Movie Day Thanks to Madison4Kids
Magical things happen when we come together! At GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, we are always looking for ways to bring our community together in meaningful and inclusive ways. That’s why when Madison4Kids reached out with a desire to give back, we jumped at the opportunity to collaborate. Their generosity, paired with...
Welcome Nanette Mogensen to the GiGi’s Playhouse Madison Team!
We are thrilled to welcome Nanette Mogensen as our new Part-Time Program Coordinator at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison! Nanette is no stranger to our Playhouse family—she’s a dedicated Playhouse mom who has experienced firsthand the impact of our programs. Now, she’s bringing her passion and perspective to help us elevate our...
Generation G: A Call to Action for a Kinder, More Inclusive World
Visit the Generation G page An inclusive world is possible with your help! Group of adults with Down syndrome showing their support of Generation G. At GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, inclusion is not just a word—it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in a world where kindness, acceptance, and...
Celebrating Courtney Gamer’s Promotion
Celebrating Courtney Gamer’s Promotion to Site Manager at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison Courtney Gamer- Site Manager It is with immense pride and excitement that we announce Courtney Gamer’s promotion from Program and Volunteer Manager to Site Manager at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison! For the past 2 ½ years, Courtney has been a...
New Year, Same FREE Programming!
FREE Programming- What will you choose? GiGi’s Playhouse Madison is gearing up for our Spring 2025 Session – full of FREE Program offerings for ALL ages. Program Calendar ALL Programs, including Speech, Math, Literacy and Group Programming start the week of February 3rd. As always, all of our Programs will run...
Celebrating 9 Years of Free Programs & Events for the Down Syndrome Community in 2025!
Celebrating 9 Years of Free Programs in 2025! 🎉 Welcome, 2025! 🎉 At GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, free programming for all ages is why we do what we do! Here's what we’re looking forward to this year: 📅 Programming Schedule Each session will offer literacy and math tutoring, speech and language...
Inspiration for the New Year
Self-Advocate Inspiration and Reflections on GiGi's Annual Conference This is a blog by Maya Greengus, GiGi’s Playhouse Madison’s first board member with Down syndrome. Check back often to hear more from Maya, as she plans on sharing throughout the year – here and via our social media channels. I had...