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This blog was submitted by Stephanie Gage, Board Member when GIGI U was first opened. The 2026 Spring Session of GIGI U begins in February. “I need to know everything” is what you tell me all the time. I have been watching you move from teen to young woman.I think your transition started when your…

My blog is usually about all the friends I have met on my journey at GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix. Starting this New Year of 2026, I would like to take a moment in my blog to say GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix is indeed a WONDERFUL place to go. We can all agree that the programs and opportunities…

C O M M U N I T Y: sharing common characteristics; living within a larger group; leading a connected life; sharing a similar culture; joint responsibility and respect; a need to be together. Within the walls of GiGi’s Playhouse COMMUNITY is displayed every day.  Our families share their stories with each other, their stumbles,…

Anabel has been eagerly attending literacy tutoring at GiGi’s Playhouse for 9 years.  She began tutoring when she was just 8 years old and is now a junior in high school.  Anabel’s mom, Jilly said she has always enjoyed stories, being read to and was highly motivated to learn to read herself.  Having a tutor…

“Ten years ago, I told Joey the camera on my phone stinks. It makes Ryder’s eye look funny unless I turn the flash off. So, Joey bought me a Nikon camera and gave it to me as an early Christmas present. The photo on the top is one of the first pictures I took with…

I would like you to meet some of my Playhouse friends….. They are so awesome!  Please meet one of my friends, Alex. His favorite program was definitely the Reading Program. He wishes he could have done more, but it was too far from home. Alex’s favorite food is seafood, especially crab legs (yummy choice Alex)!…

“Communication may be key, but it isn’t always easy. At GiGi’s, we make it easier.  Jaquai, a participant at our Virtual Playhouse, is a testament to this. Each week, she attends one-on-one tutoring in Literacy and Math. In her sessions, Jaquai tackles challenging books, masters new concepts, and builds confidence.  But the impact extends far…

Sometimes you have an unexpected experience that takes you back and reminds you of timeless heroes whose missions are always “for the good”! Now to be able to meet Riley, a true Superhero, was POW!  The secret BATMAN Crime Fighting Cave was where we met. When you meet a Superhero face to face, they look…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix, we believe our mission doesn’t stop at our doors. Every day, we work to change perceptions, foster kindness, and build a more accepting world but sometimes, those moments of impact happen in the most unexpected ways. Several months ago, our Program and Volunteer Coordinator, Emily Folk, witnessed a man take a…

“It’s the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey . . . . . .” Please meet one of my new friends, Christopher 💕. His favorite program is LMNOP! Christopher has four brothers and two sisters, which makes for a lively and fun household (sounds like fun💕). His favorite food…