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The Power of Inclusion: Celebrating Local Individuals with Down Syndrome in Swimming

By Sara Van Deurzen | September 22, 2023 | 0

At first glance, swimming may seem like a simple recreational activity or sport, but for individuals with Down syndrome, there is more to it than that. The joys and challenges…

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Participant Best of All: Luke

By Sara Van Deurzen | January 27, 2023 | 0

Luke has been making strides in his sight-word reading with his tutor Marissa over the past two sessions of 1:1 Literacy Tutoring. Marissa collaborated with our Program and Volunteer Coordinator…

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Participant Best of All:  Beatrix

By Sara Van Deurzen | January 20, 2023 | 0

Beatrix attended the Noon Year’s Eve Party with her family. When Lauren said hello to her, she looked her in the eyes and said ‘hi’ back right away. This special…

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Parent Perspective, What does GiGi’s mean to me?

By Sara Van Deurzen | December 20, 2022 | 0

Hi, my name is Becky Archibald. My husband Dave and I have a daughter named Caroline who is almost 2 1/2 years old. The first time that we went to…

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We Make the Change Together!

By Sara Van Deurzen | December 13, 2022 | 0

“When there is something you enjoy doing there is nothing more fun than sharing that love with others!” -GiGi’s Playhouse belief This is why we share GiGi’s mission to build…

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Sara was presented with the Generation G Award!

By Sara Van Deurzen | December 1, 2022 | 0

The Generation G Award is given to an individual or Playhouse who leverages Generation G to change the way the world views Down syndrome! Congrats Sara!!! These people are generous…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Danielle

By Sara Van Deurzen | November 28, 2022 | 0

Volunteer Spotlight: Danielle is one of our Teen Tastic leaders who has taken charge of coordinating the weekly program. She comes prepared to each program and collaborates with other leaders…

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GiGi’s Playhouse National Leadership Conference

By Sara Van Deurzen | November 21, 2022 | 0

Earlier this month our Milwaukee team attended the Annual GiGi’s Playhouse National Leadership Conference, and we are motivated, excited, and equipped to CELEBRATE in 2023!! Get ready, Milwaukee!! Board member…

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Down Syndrome Awareness Month

By Sara Van Deurzen | October 31, 2022 | 0

As we close out October, we also come to the end of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This month can be complicated for many. Especially those that are down in the…

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Why does Aniya like GiGiFIT?

By Sara Van Deurzen | September 12, 2022 | 0

“I like GiGiFit Adult because it is fun and challenges me,” said Anaiya. She worked her way through an obstacle course while trying new movements and challenges. When she finished,…

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Recent Posts

  • The Power of Inclusion: Celebrating Local Individuals with Down Syndrome in Swimming
  • Partnership: Roschambo Eyewear & GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee
  • GiGi’s Goes to Rainbow Day Camp, 2023
  • Tutoring – A Volunteer’s Perspective
  • Participant Best of All: Baz – How his focus grew this summer.

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8685 N. Port Washington Road
Fox Point, WI 53217
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milwaukee@gigisplayhouse.org

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