Time to dust off those tutus and baker hats.. it’s Donut Run time!
It’s Donut Time! Join us for our second annual San Diego Donut Run! Not sure you want to Run/Walk in the 5K? Donut worry! You can sign up for our 1 mile Donut Dash and for those who can’t make it that day, you can still be part of the fun by registering as a virtual…
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Open Play is Back! Open Play is a great opportunity for a fun place for a play date, or to come get some energy out! This program invites families and their friends to the Playhouse for playtime! Open Play helps promote positive beginnings for new families with a child with Down syndrome, creates awareness opportunities…
Read MoreFebruary Programs
Music is Back! Music Therapy (Birth-5 years) North County & GiGi’s Playhouse GiGi’s Playhouse and Resounding Joy will be offering another FREE Music Therapy for children 0 – 5. The session will run from February 20th- April 25th. Siblings of any age are welcome! To register please email jveroneau@gigisplayhouse.org Every Wednesday starting February 20th from 10:00- 11:00…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight
Mary Compton is our amazing Leaps and Bounds volunteer program lead. She has been with GiGi’s since opening, and has made such an impact on the success of our first year in San Diego. Mary is a pediatric physical therapist at Therapy Specialists in Liberty Station. She has had the opportunity to work in several…
Read MoreJanuary Programs
Open Play This month we will have a morning music themed Open Play on Wednesday January 16th from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. This program invites families and their friends to the Playhouse for playtime! Open play helps promote positive beginnings for new families with a child with Down syndrome, creates awareness opportunities for peers and friends, as well as…
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 MoreFree Programs to Celebrate Fall!
Join us for Free Programs and Fun to celebrate the start of a new season! Our playhouse is welcoming the fall season with pumpkin painting, a Halloween party with Legoland, and a spooky spaghetti sensory bin. Fantastic Friends (18+) will be having a Halloween dance and costume contest. We also will be starting Playhouse Pals…
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,…
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