Posts Tagged ‘#gigisblog’
January 2026 Best of All
The January 2026 Best of All includes a kiss for good luck, Art Explosion leaders, and an inspirational basketball game, too! While last month was brutally cold, we persevered and had some great programming and memorable moments. The highlights below are just a few of the #bestofall moments we witnessed here at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad…
Read MoreWords Matter
We believe words matter in more ways than one. Some words can feel heavy, weighing on your mind and heart, while others can lift you up and brighten your entire day. Recently, we asked our social media followers to share one word that describes GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities. Here’s what we heard: During a recent…
Read More7 Reasons We Like Art
Here at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities, we are gearing up for our second annual Art Show & Auction. This year, we are hosting two nights of art from 5-7 pm. Thursday, February 19th is VIP Night for sponsors, community partners, and those who are looking for a quiet night with appetizers and adult beverages. VIP…
Read MoreA Diagnosis Without Support
A Down syndrome Diagnosis Without Support – Parent Perspective During my recent travels, I had the opportunity to meet a parent and her 24-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. These wonderful ladies are family members of dear friends, and we spent some time together over dinner. It was one of those conversations that stays with…
Read MoreBest of All December 2025
The highlights below are just a few of the #bestofall moments we witnessed here at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities in December 2025. Participant & Program Best of All Earlier this year we launched a second Group Speech program for adults almost on accident. We started scrapbooking during our Achievers program, and the group enjoyed it…
Read MorePowered by You: Thank You to Our 2025 Community
GiGi’s is powered by you – yes, YOU – the Quad Cities community. While we are proudly GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities, the love, support, and impact we feel reach far beyond our local area. Your generosity, encouragement, and belief in our mission fuel everything we do and help us serve individuals with Down syndrome and…
Read More2025 Highlights & 3.21 Club
2025 is coming to a close soon, and here at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities, we have so much to be thankful for this year. We wanted to share some highlights on our blog. Plus, we’re launching an all-new 3.21 Club for monthly donors. 2025 Highlights During 2025, we logged over 5000 hours from participants and…
Read MoreWishing You Holiday Joy 2025
Here at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities, we’re all feeling joyful and full of holiday spirit. Last week, we held our annual holiday party, and although the “🎼weather outside was frightful” in the morning, the skies cleared and so did many of the roads. This allowed us to hold the party as planned. While we did…
Read MoreNovember 2025 Best of All
The highlights below are just a few of the #bestofall moments we witnessed during November. Participant & Program Best of All Our Program Best of All comes from our Music Maker Kids program. Our participants ages 5-12 have been joyfully exploring their voices through various musical avenues—singing, chanting, and creative vocalizing. Sessions in November marked…
Read More4 Program Highlights for Fall 2025
This fall at GiGi’s Playhouse Quad Cities, we’ve had several great programs, but we wanted to take a moment to highlight just a few. One is a returning program with a new twist, the second is an all-new program, and the last two are held frequently but had some special #bestofall takeaways. Achievers (18+) GiGi’s…
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