We would love to have you visit the Playhouse but please schedule and confirm your visit by calling 608-709-1411 or emailing madison@gigisplayhouse.org before coming by.
Our group programming is still virtual and you can RSVP in the calendar below.
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GiGi's Playhouse Madison • 4104 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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GiGiFIT Teen @ 5 pm CT
GiGiFIT Teen @ 5 pm CT
This program is for teens ages 13 to 17. RSVP HERE GiGiFIT Teen is back with Coach Jennifer from GiGi’s Playhouse NYC! Join us every Monday at 5 pm central! GiGiFIT Teen – Introduces the key movements of foundational, hip strengthening and vestibular/balance exercises, we focus on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, endurance, joint…
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Virtual: Family Speaker: Promoting Positive Behavior @ 7pm CST
Virtual: Family Speaker: Promoting Positive Behavior @ 7pm CST
RSVP HERE to let us know you will be joining us for Family Speaker night with the topic-Promoting Positive Behavior! At GiGi’s Playhouse we see potential, ability, and possibility. We educate, inspire, and believe. Teaching our loved ones with Down syndrome positive behavior strategies will support success in all areas of their lives. This session will…
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LMNOP @ 10 am CT
LMNOP @ 10 am CT
This program is for children infancy through 3 years old. RSVP HERE Join Emily at our virtual playhouse for some LMNOP fun every Wednesday this fall! LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication while using music and language-based…
Destination Discovery @2 pm CT
Destination Discovery @2 pm CT
This program is recommended for all ages. RSVP HERE Join Abby in our virtual Playhouse for Destination Discovery! Each week will bring on new themes full of fun that support the development of fine motor sills, gross motor skills, social skills and language through purposeful play and peer to peer interaction a casual virtual setting!…
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 4 pm CT
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 4 pm CT
GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 4 pm CT This program serves adults 18+ RSVP HERE The GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis cooking team are excited to see you all! Today we will be working on our food prep skills while preparing a * Recipe Coming Soon*. YUM! *Ingredients List Coming Soon* GiGi’s Kitchen is designed to emphasize…
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VIRTUAL GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 11 am CT
VIRTUAL GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 11 am CT
This program is recommended for ages all ages. RSVP HERE Shari and Heather from GiGi’s Playhouse Hoffman Estates are excited to see you all! GiGi’s Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education, kitchen safety, food preparation, social activities and a shared meal/snack. Under the guidance of program leaders,…
VIRTUAL GiGiFIT Kids @ 3:30 pm CT
VIRTUAL GiGiFIT Kids @ 3:30 pm CT
This program is for ages 5-12 years old. RSVP HERE Although moderate physical activity is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you consult your physician prior to beginning an exercise program. Please use caution to ensure proper movement to ensure safety and to maximize impact of these purposeful programs. GiGiFIT Kids – GiGiFIT Kids…
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VIRTUAL GiGiFIT Adult @ 10 am CT
VIRTUAL GiGiFIT Adult @ 10 am CT
This program is for ages 18+. RSVP HERE GiGiFIT Adult is an enrollment based program, we ask that all participants complete the Enrollment Form HERE! If you have any questions please contact us at programs2@gigisplayhouse.org. GiGiFIT Adult– Introduces the key movements of foundational, hip strengthening and vestibular/balance exercises, we focus on improving areas of fitness through activities in strength, endurance, joint stability,…
Volunteer Orientation @ 5 CT
Volunteer Orientation @ 5 CT
Interested in becoming a volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse? As we work behind the scenes to build virtual programming and prepare for upcoming programs and events for when we re-open, we rely on our volunteers to make this possible. Join us for this virtual and interactive volunteer orientation to learn about the GiGi’s Playhouse organization and…
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VIRTUAL LMNOP @ 10 am CT
VIRTUAL LMNOP @ 10 am CT
This program is for children infancy through 3 years old RSVP HERE Join Emily at our virtual playhouse for some LMNOP fun every Wednesday this fall! LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication while using music and language-based…
VIRTUAL Destination Discovery @ 2 pm CT
VIRTUAL Destination Discovery @ 2 pm CT
This program is recommended for all ages. RSVP HERE Join Abby in our virtual Playhouse for Destination Discovery! Each week will bring on new themes full of fun that support the development of fine motor sills, gross motor skills, social skills and language through purposeful play and peer to peer interaction a casual virtual setting!…
VIRTUAL GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 4 pm CT
VIRTUAL GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 4 pm CT
This program serves adults 18+ RSVP HERE The GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis cooking team are excited to see you all! Today we will be working on our food prep skills while preparing Sausage and Tortellini Soup. YUM! Ingredients: 1-pound mild Italian sausage, ground 1 onion, minced 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 quart chicken stock 1 (14…
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VIRTUAL GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 11 am CT
VIRTUAL GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 11 am CT
This program is recommended for ages all ages. RSVP HERE Shari and Heather from GiGi’s Playhouse Hoffman Estates are excited to see you all! GiGi’s Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education, kitchen safety, food preparation, social activities and a shared meal/snack. Under the guidance of program leaders,…
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In-Person Seahorse Healing Small Group Event Ages 8+
In-Person Seahorse Healing Small Group Event Ages 8+
Horses + Horsemanship - Meet and Greet at Seahorse Healing Ages 8+ This event will take place at Imagine Farm in Belleville, WI Come meet Magic the Gypsy Horse for a morning of activities, learning, and hands on horse time. Participants will learn about being around and working with horses from the ground up (which is naturally…
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VIRTUAL Fantastic Friends – World Skills
VIRTUAL Fantastic Friends – World Skills
Recommended for ages 18+ Join us virtually for Fantastic Friends and get to know some new friends! RSVP: Here We will socialize in the first 15 minutes with friends and then jump into some discussions around world skills needed to navigate as an adult in 2021. We will talk about money and shopping, being with…
IN PERSON – Teen Tastic
IN PERSON – Teen Tastic
Join us in-person at the Playhouse for Teen Tastic and get to know some new friends! Teen Tastic – Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem solving abilities. Space is limited and RSVP's…
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IN PERSON – Open Play
IN PERSON – Open Play
In Person - Open Play All Ages Open Play promotes positive beginnings for new families, creates awareness opportunities for peers and friends while allowing families to network and support one another. Come ready for fun but unstructured time! Open to all families of all ages. Open Play means that during opening hours families can come…
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VIRTUAL – Art Explosion @ 7 pm ET/6 pm CT/4 pm PT
VIRTUAL – Art Explosion @ 7 pm ET/6 pm CT/4 pm PT
September 22 @ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm RSVP: Here This program is recommended for all ages. Jack and Kristan are so excited to bring Art Explosion to GiGi’s At Home! Art Explosion will provide a hands-on experience with multiple art media and provide an outlet for self-expression, confidence building, and socialization. Projects and materials needed will…
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VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Teen @ 6 pm ET/5 pm CT/3 pm PT
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Teen @ 6 pm ET/5 pm CT/3 pm PT
September 20 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm RSVP: Here This program is for teens ages 13 to 17. GiGiFIT Teen is back with Coach Jennifer from GiGi’s Playhouse NYC! Join us every Monday at 5 pm central! GiGiFIT Teen – Introduces the key movements of foundational, hip strengthening and vestibular/balance exercises, we focus on improving areas of fitness…
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VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Adult @ 11 am ET/10 am CT/8 am PT
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Adult @ 11 am ET/10 am CT/8 am PT
September 21 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am RSVP: Here This program is for ages 18+. GiGiFIT Adult is an enrollment based program, we ask that all participants complete the Enrollment Form HERE! If you have any questions please contact us at programs2@gigisplayhouse.org. GiGiFIT Adult– Introduces the key movements of foundational, hip strengthening and vestibular/balance exercises, we focus on improving areas of fitness through…
VIRTUAL Fantastic Friends – World Skills
VIRTUAL Fantastic Friends – World Skills
Recommended for ages 18+ Join us virtually for Fantastic Friends and get to know some new friends! RSVP: Here We will socialize in the first 15 minutes with friends and then jump into some discussions around world skills needed to navigate as an adult in 2021. We will talk about money and shopping, being with…
Family Speaker Series: How I Learn @ 7 pm CT
Family Speaker Series: How I Learn @ 7 pm CT
September 21 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm RSVP: Here Family Speaker: How I Learn Information is perfect for Caregivers, Educators & Healthcare workers. Maybe you know a family member, a student, a neighbor, a classmate with Down syndrome, or maybe you have Down syndrome yourself, we want to share some of our tools for learning and…
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IN PERSON – Open Play
IN PERSON – Open Play
In Person - Open Play All Ages Open Play promotes positive beginnings for new families, creates awareness opportunities for peers and friends while allowing families to network and support one another. Come ready for fun but unstructured time! Open to all families of all ages. Open Play means that during opening hours families can come…
VIRTUAL – Destination Discovery @ 3 pm ET/2 pm CT/ 12 pm PT
VIRTUAL – Destination Discovery @ 3 pm ET/2 pm CT/ 12 pm PT
September 22 @ 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm RSVP: Here This program is recommended for all ages Join Abby in our virtual Playhouse for Destination Discovery! Each week will bring on new themes full of fun that support the development of fine motor skills, gross motor skills, social skills and language through purposeful play and peer to…
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 2 pm PT
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 2 pm PT
September 22 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm RSVP: Here This program serves adults 18+ The GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis cooking team are excited to see you all! Today we will be working on our food prep skills while preparing *Coming Soon*. YUM! GiGi’s Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education,…
VIRTUAL – LMNOP @ 6:30 pm ET/ 5:30 pm CT/4:30 pm MT/3:30 pm PT
VIRTUAL – LMNOP @ 6:30 pm ET/ 5:30 pm CT/4:30 pm MT/3:30 pm PT
September 22 @ 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm RSVP: Here This program is for children infancy through 3 years old Join Emily at our virtual playhouse for some LMNOP fun every Wednesday this fall! This week we are at special time with a special theme all about Weather! LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to…
IN PERSON – Fantastic Friends
IN PERSON – Fantastic Friends
Recommended for ages 18+ Join us at the Playhouse for Fantastic Friends and get to know some new friends! Space is limited and RSVP's are required. RSVP limit needs to be at 10
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VIRTUAL – Volunteer Orientation @ 6pm ET/5CT/4MT/3PT
VIRTUAL – Volunteer Orientation @ 6pm ET/5CT/4MT/3PT
September 23 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm RSVP: Here Interested in becoming a volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse? As we work behind the scenes to build virtual programming and prepare for upcoming programs and events for when we re-open, we rely on our volunteers to make this possible. Join us for this virtual and interactive volunteer orientation…
VIRTUAL Teen Tastic
VIRTUAL Teen Tastic
Recommended for ages 13-17 Join us virtually for Teen Tastic and get to know some new friends! RSVP: Here Teen Tastic – Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem-solving abilities.
VIRTUAL – Family Speaker: Person-Centered Planning & Transitions
VIRTUAL – Family Speaker: Person-Centered Planning & Transitions
September 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm RSVP: Here At Able Transition we work with individuals and families to build a path forward. We focus on the individuals strengths, abilities, preferences, desires and dreams and turn it into a life-long plan. The adult’s ideal lifelong plan is done building out a visual and written plan for every area of…
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VIRTUAL – Teen and Adult Dance Party
VIRTUAL – Teen and Adult Dance Party
VIRTUAL Teen and Adult Dance Party Recommended for ages 13+ Get ready to bring your best dances moves and dance to a fun playlist with our volunteers and your friends! RSVP:HERE
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IN PERSON – Destination Discovery
IN PERSON – Destination Discovery
Recommended for ages 0-12 Join us in-person at the Playhouse for Destination Discovery Play = Fun + Learning - Destination Discovery supports the development of fine motor skills, gross motor skills, social skills and language through purposeful play and peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program also brings families together…
In-Person: Dynamic Duals
In-Person: Dynamic Duals
Country Creek Learning Center, 6187 Portage Rd, DeForest This Dynamic Duals class will be an in-person session for both Parents/Caregivers and their Playhouse Participant! Dynamic Duals, a GiGi's Playhouse Madison piloted program, is a monthly program designed specifically for families & individuals with a dual diagnosis of DS-ASD and/or sensory or behavioral challenges. Parents meet…
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VIRTUAL YOGA 4pm CT
VIRTUAL YOGA 4pm CT
This program is for all ages. RSVP HERE Today’s Yoga is brought to us by Coach Julia from GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, this program is designed for all abilities and is low-medium intensity. Although moderate physical activity is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you consult your physician prior to beginning an exercise program. …
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Teen @ 6 pm ET/5 pm CT/3 pm PT
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Teen @ 6 pm ET/5 pm CT/3 pm PT
September 27 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm RSVP: Here This program is for teens ages 13 to 17. GiGiFIT Teen is back with Coach Jennifer from GiGi’s Playhouse NYC! Join us every Monday at 5 pm central! GiGiFIT Teen – Introduces the key movements of foundational, hip strengthening and vestibular/balance exercises, we focus on improving areas of fitness…
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VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Adult @ 11 am ET/10 am CT/8 am PT
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Adult @ 11 am ET/10 am CT/8 am PT
September 28 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am RSVP: Here This program is for ages 18+. GiGiFIT Adult is an enrollment based program, we ask that all participants complete the Enrollment Form HERE! If you have any questions please contact us at programs2@gigisplayhouse.org. GiGiFIT Adult– Introduces the key movements of foundational, hip strengthening and vestibular/balance exercises, we focus on improving areas of fitness through…
VIRTUAL Fantastic Friends – World Skills
VIRTUAL Fantastic Friends – World Skills
Recommended for ages 18+ Join us virtually for Fantastic Friends and get to know some new friends! RSVP: Here We will socialize in the first 15 minutes with friends and then jump into some discussions around world skills needed to navigate as an adult in 2021. We will talk about money and shopping, being with…
IN PERSON – Teen Tastic
IN PERSON – Teen Tastic
Join us in-person at the Playhouse for Teen Tastic and get to know some new friends! Teen Tastic – Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem solving abilities. Space is limited and RSVP's…
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VIRTUAL – LMNOP @ 11 am ET/10 am CT/8 am PT
VIRTUAL – LMNOP @ 11 am ET/10 am CT/8 am PT
September 29 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am RSVP: Here This program is for children infancy through 3 years old Join Emily at our virtual playhouse for some LMNOP fun every Wednesday this fall! LMNOP is an interactive and engaging program designed to guide parents and young children through learning basic sign language and other forms of…
IN PERSON – Open Play
IN PERSON – Open Play
In Person - Open Play All Ages Open Play promotes positive beginnings for new families, creates awareness opportunities for peers and friends while allowing families to network and support one another. Come ready for fun but unstructured time! Open to all families of all ages. Open Play means that during opening hours families can come…
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 12 pm ET/11 am CT/9 am PT
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 12 pm ET/11 am CT/9 am PT
RSVP: Here This program is recommended for ages all ages. Shari and Heather from GiGi’s Playhouse Hoffman Estates are excited to see you all! GiGi’s Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education, kitchen safety, food preparation, social activities and a shared meal/snack. Under the guidance of program leaders,…
VIRTUAL – Destination Discovery @ 3 pm ET/2 pm CT/ 12 pm PT
VIRTUAL – Destination Discovery @ 3 pm ET/2 pm CT/ 12 pm PT
September 29 @ 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm RSVP: Here This program is recommended for all ages. Join Abby in our virtual Playhouse for Destination Discovery! Each week will bring on new themes full of fun that support the development of fine motor skills, gross motor skills, social skills and language through purposeful play and peer to…
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 2 pm PT
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen Adult @ 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 2 pm PT
September 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm RSVP: Here This program serves adults 18+ The GiGi’s Playhouse Annapolis cooking team are excited to see you all! Today we will be working on our food prep skills while preparing *Coming Soon*. YUM! GiGi’s Kitchen is designed to emphasize the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education,…
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VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 12 pm ET/11 am CT/9 am PT
VIRTUAL – GiGi’s Kitchen – Cooking @ 12 pm ET/11 am CT/9 am PT
October 1 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am RSVP: Here This program is recommended for ages all ages. Shari and Heather from GiGi’s Playhouse Hoffman Estates are excited to see you all! This week we are making Cinnamon Muffins! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs…
IN PERSON – Club GiGi
IN PERSON – Club GiGi
Recommended for ages 13+ Club GiGi is fun and casual hangout time for our participants and volunteers and a great time to meet new friends! We will meet once a month for a relaxed and fun evening of fun. Please eat dinner before or after coming to this program. Space is limited and RSVP's are…
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IN PERSON – Special Olympics Young Athletes
IN PERSON – Special Olympics Young Athletes
AGES 5-12 years old only Please read this important information: Pre Registration is Required prior to the session starting. You must commit to attending all 8 sessions (8 consecutive Saturday's) We will be masking in the Playhouse and will be required for families and participants to participate in this session. Space is VERY limited so…
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Infant @ 12 ET/11 am CT/10am MT/9am PT
VIRTUAL – GiGiFIT Infant @ 12 ET/11 am CT/10am MT/9am PT
October 2 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am RSVP: Here Recommended for infant to pre-walking. GiGiFIT Infant – Introduces the concepts of foundational movements, mobility activities, visual-vestibular activities, and reflex integration. Physical Therapy Goals: Strength, Endurance, Joint Stability, Balance, Coordination, Sequencing, Motor Imitation, Gross Motor Milestone Achievement Balance & Coordination: Joint Stability, Posture, Movement Control Primitive Reflex Integration: Fluid ease of…
Down Syndrome Awareness Month Fall Festival with Olympic Curlers!
Down Syndrome Awareness Month Fall Festival with Olympic Curlers!
You are invited to an afternoon of fun as we kick off Down Syndrome Awareness Month! This fun event will take place at Ahuska Park in Monona from 12:00-2:30pm. 400 East Broadway Monona, WI 53716 We are thrilled to have partnered with members of the US Olympic Curling Team, Becca Hamilton and Nina Roth, to…
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