A Message To Our #GiGiPHNYC Community
We are at a pivotal time in our country. We want everyone in our community to know that we applaud the peaceful protests for social justice. We cannot sit on the sidelines while racial injustices continue to plague our society. Down syndrome knows no race. We are an organically diverse community, and we stand together and...
1,000 Participants Reached! – A Blog from Our Founders
Tracy and her daughter Laura at our 2018 First annual Fashion Show Sponsored by Bloomingdales. It's time to celebrate! We are thrilled to announce the achievement of GiGi's Playhouse NYC reaching the milestone of having over 1,000 participants with Down syndrome join our family! There...
Healthy Tips for Staying at Home – Keeping your Mouth Healthy!
AS WE HUNKER DOWN AT HOME TO DO OUR PART IN STOPPING COVID-19, WE STILL NEED TO BE PROACTIVE ABOUT OUR HEALTH. OUR TEETH WILL CONTINUE TO DEVELOP PLAQUE AND BEING HOME ALL DAY RAISES SPECIAL DENTAL CONCERNS, ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS. BRUSH YOUR TEETH AT LEAST 2 TIMES PER...
Playhouse Updates on COVID-19
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION Frank Sawyer, Board President We are grateful for this opportunity for us to come together as a community and to support each other during this trying time. COVID-19 has had a devastating impact in our world, our country and city. It has also had a devastating impact on our finances since...
Volunteer Spotlight: Reed Nerlino
Meet Reed Nerlino, a volunteer who has gone above and beyond year round for GiGi's Playhouse NYC. Reed first heard of GiGi's Playhouse NYC through a family friend and has had a close connection to their son with Down syndrome for many years. "Walking in for the first time I...
Participant Spotlight: Troy Providenti
Our participant spotlight this week is Troy Providenti, a participant of 8 years at GiGi's Playhouse NYC. GiGi's NYC has known Troy since the beginning and we have been so amazed by his commitment to our programs and how much a true friend he is to everyone who steps foot on the playhouse. One...
A Message Regarding COVID-19
Dear Families and Volunteers, In light of the Mayor’s decision to close NYC public schools until April 20, we have decided to pause all of GiGi’s Playhouse NYC programs until May 1. We will monitor the situation closely, communicating updates via email and social media. A limited staff will be...
Participant Spotlight: Sable Williams
This week we are spotlighting a GiGi’s NYC program participant who is near and dear to our hearts - Sable Williams! Sable lives in NYC and is a very loyal friend. She attends programs weekly at GiGi's Playhouse NYC! Sable will tell you "My favorite program is the Gratitude Art...
Volunteer Spotlight: Jane Cohen
Meet Jane, our wonderful volunteer Intern here at GiGi’s Playhouse NYC! Having recently moved to NY, Jane wanted to find a way to contribute a few hours of her time per week in a way that would make a positive impact in the community. She began helping out a...
Un Mensaje De Safia
Donen Hoy! Me llamo Safia estoy muy orgulloso de ser embajador y tutor en GiGi’s Playhouse NYC. Tengo Síndrome de Down. ¡Gracias a socios generosos como ustedes, GiGi me abrió un mundo completamente nuevo y me enseñó las habilidades necesarias para conseguir y mantener un trabajo y desarrollar amistades!...
