Math and Literacy Tutoring – WE NEED YOU!

Our Math and Literacy one-on-on programs have become high demand. We need volunteers to TUTOR! Please note: tutors must be ages 16 or older. The Summer session will run June 16th – August 9th. Tutors and students meet the same day and time each week. Tutor Applications for Summer 2025 are OPEN until May 12th!…

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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 resources you would like to…

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Down but Not Out: The Life of Eric Readinger and His Mother

Eric, the focus of the Down but Not Out essay

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 Playhouse San Diego and GiGi’s…

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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 for Down Syndrome is a…

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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, laughter, and determination! About 50…

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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 programming even further. In her…

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