Meet Ana!

We are excited to introduce you to our newest Intern here at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities. Please meet Ana! Ana is from Danville, IL but is currently a senior attending St. Ambrose in Davenport, IA. She is hoping to start the Speech and Language Pathology graduate program next fall and pursue a career as an…

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September 2021 Programs and Events

We’re happy to be holding in-person programs again and hope you’ll join us for your favorite program soon!  Due to the recent mandate in Illinois, all participants over the age of 2 regardless of vaccination status must wear a mask. At this time, second parents and siblings are asked to not attend. We know masks are…

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July 2021 Best of All

Each month we look back on the previous month and choose 3 stories to share with our board and the national office. We also highlight many of them on the Best of All Wall here at the Playhouse! Here’s a look back at June 2021! Participant Best of All Mari had a rough start to…

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August 2021 Programs and Events

We are excited to be transitioning to more in-person programs! A COVID-19 questionnaire will need to be completed at the entrance of the Playhouse. Those over the age of two not vaccinated are asked to please wear a mask. RSVPs are required and we ask that you RSVP for your loved one with Down syndrome and…

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November 2020 Activities

The Playhouse will be closed for Thanksgiving! We will be closed on November 26th and 27th. There will be no virtual programming on the 28th. Happy Thanksgiving! See the Playhouse’s hours of operation here! Local Programs GiGi’s is continuing to offer virtual programs locally and nationally as we work through a detailed plan for reopening…

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June Happenings 2020

GiGi’s is continuing to offer virtual programs locally and nationally as we work through a detailed plan for reopening in staggered stages to ensure we’re following CDC guidelines and taking all precautions necessary to keep our friends and families safe. We encourage you to attend a program virtually! It’s is a great way to see…

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May Happenings 2020

Due to directives from the CDC and/or Illinois Governor, all in-person programs/events are canceled and the Playhouse is closed through May. There are lots of virtual programming taking place each day! Please visit the website calendar and our social media sites for updates and announcements. Local Live Virtual Programs LMNOP (Language, Music N’ Our Peeps…

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February Happenings 2020

Special Events February 12th Learning Through Play GiGi’s is collaborating with the Child Abuse Council and AOK Network to bring you Sweet as Candy Hug-A-Book Event! Play promotes creativity, encourages motor development, and provides the foundation for important skills such as reading and problem-solving. We would love for you and your family to join us…

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October 2019 Happenings

October 2019 GiGi’s 2019 Superhero 5K, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash Ready! Get Set! Run, Walk or Dash! Build more ACCEPTANCE for kids and adults with Down syndrome! We can’t wait to run, walk, dash and celebrate with you! This family-friendly morning brings together new friends, families, community members and HUGE HEARTS! Don’t miss…

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September 2019 Happenings

September 2019 2 & Under (Birth-2 years) 2 and Under is the perfect place for children to meet new friends, learn and grow; while parents have the opportunity to socialize and network with one another! Click here to RSVP for September 12th 9:00 – 10:00 am LMNOP (Birth-5 years) LMNOP is an interactive and engaging…

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