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Our Culture of Generosity
At GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee, we are dedicated to changing the way the world views Down syndrome and empowering individuals to achieve their greatest potential. Our mission is fueled by a culture of generosity that brings together community support and transformative programs. Here’s how you can be a part of our impactful journey. Your Impact Your…
Read MoreProgram Highlight: GiGi Kitchen
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. Participants will learn about and progress through skills including measurements, food handling, knife skills, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will be introduced to various cooking techniques and will…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Katie – GiGi Kitchen Program Leader
Katie – GiGi Kitchen Program Leader Hello! My name is Katie Vitalbo and I lead the summer virtual GiGi Kitchen program. I am a born and raised Wisconsin girl. My husband, Dave, and I have been married for 21 years and have three beautiful daughters. We also have a dog named Max, a cat named Jambalaya,…
Read MoreBest of All – Najebah!
Najebah enjoys attending many of our programs and we love that she is able to join in so often on our virtual programs. Najebah is a kind and caring friend who is ready to share and connect with other participants. This week she demonstrated her Best Of All while gathering all the supplies needed, following along with the…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight – Becky!
Have a few hours that you want to spend volunteering? Make a difference in the lives of others and make friends while you’re here! Becky first volunteered at GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee in 2017. She has taught cooking classes with both Fantastic Friends and Teen Tastic. She is super excited to cook with friends for GiGi’s…
Read MoreProgram Highlight – GiGi Kitchen – Coming Soon!
GiGi’s Kitchen emphasizes the importance of health and wellness through nutrition education, kitchen safety, food preparation, social activities, and a shared meal/snack. Participants will learn about and progress through kitchen independence skills including measurements, food handling, knife skills, ingredient identification, palette expansion, and nutrition. Participants will be introduced to various cooking techniques and will increase…
Read MoreProgram Highlight – GiGi’s at Home Live and On Demand Programs!
Greetings Friends and Families, We are so thankful for your ongoing support! We are lonesome for our families and want to make sure that each of you is aware of how we want to continue to be a part of your daily and weekly activities. During these uncertain times, GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee is working on…
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