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GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego is One Year Old!
A snapshot of our first year! 3,000+ Hours of programs offered 139 families being served with new ones joining every month 100+ Volunteers helping out 12 programs rolled out with more coming within the next months including our Literacy Program that includes one on one tutoring …All for FREE! No insurance, no qualifiers, just RSVP…
Read MoreNovember Programs
Open Play is Back! During Open Play hours, you can bring your children for unstructured play time…perfect for play dates! Tuesday Nov. 13th 12-2pm Thursday Nov. 15th 9:30-11:30am Tuesday Nov. 20th 12-2pm Wednesday Nov. 21st 10:00-12:00pm Tuesday Nov. 27th 12-2pm ***For the most up to date information, please view our calendar *** Music Therapy (Ages 0-5) North County & GiGi’s Playhouse …
Read More2018 Award Winners – ‘I Have A Voice’ Gala
We had such an amazing time at the Gala! It was a night of celebration and joy. We were accompanied by peers, parents and supporters of GiGi’s. Not only did we get the chance to fundraise to continue offering free programs and keep the Playhouse running, but we also got a chance to thank everyone…
Read MoreOctober is Down Syndrome Awareness Month!
Let’s celebrate over dinner this Saturday, Oct. 6th! This October, we have been selected by Tacos Libertad in Hillcrest (part of the Cohn Restaurant Group) as their charity of the month! We’re having a kick off celebration this Saturday October 6th from 4pm-7pm. Please join us by inviting your friends and family to dine with us.…
Read More‘I Have a Voice’ Gala – Meet Brian Donovan!
On October 13th, GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego, a Down Syndrome Achievement Center, will gather in an Enchanted Forest, right here in downtown San Diego! Surrounded by a beautiful setting, we will wine and dine, have some laughs, hear amazing stories and hopefully walk away with a prize or two from the auctions or raffles. However,…
Read MorePlease Welcome Jillean!
Please join us in welcoming the newest addition to our GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego team, Jillean, as our Site Coordinator! Jillean graduated from Roger Williams University in Rhode Island with a BS in Psychology and Biology. She has worked as a behavioral therapist and neurofeedback technician, as well as teaching. Jillean is originally from Boston…
Read MoreThe San Diego Zoo stopped by for a visit!
We had such an amazing time this month with the San Diego Zoo at the Playhouse! The volunteer team and their animal buddies were amazing. We also loved seeing all the families coming together and sharing this unique experience. We look forward to having more fun experiences like these. Currently, we’re putting the finalizing touches…
Read MoreMay Programs
We are very excited that our San Diego Donut Run is 20 days away! May 20th from 9:00-12:00pm. Don’t forget to sign up and invite your friends and family! You can choose to participate in the 5K Fun Run or the 1 Mile Donut Dash! It will be an amazing event with lots of fun surprises. Every…
Read MoreWhy I Run by Elizabeth Camp
From one of our Board Members… Why do I run? Well, I don’t. And, I’m sorry to say that I don’t even walk on a regular basis. However, I am making an exception and participating in the San Diego Donut Run. I’m putting my time and energy into GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego because I believe…
Read MoreFREE Programs Offered at GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego
We are very excited that our Grand Opening is less than two weeks away. Saturday April 7th from 1:00-3:00pm. Remember to RSVP! It will be an amazing event with fun surprises. All ages are welcome and like our programs, it’s FREE!! Programs We are even more excited to announce our first programs! We will have something…
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