4 Ways to Support GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier!
At GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier, our mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all. Our programs are always free to families, but we rely on the generosity of our community to make that possible. Wondering how you...
Celebrating Grace’s #BestofAll
A Shining Star at the Playhouse: Grace's Tutoring Journey Earlier this year, we had the absolute joy of welcoming a bright light into our Playhouse—Grace! From the very first moment she stepped through our doors, Grace captured our hearts with her vibrant energy, curiosity, and that unforgettable, larger-than-life personality. Her...
5 Exciting GiGiFIT Classes That Build Strength, Stability & Community
GiGiFIT for Adults: Strength, Stability & Routine At GiGi’s Playhouse, we are dedicated to empowering individuals with Down syndrome through purposeful, engaging, and completely FREE programs designed to support their growth and independence. One of our most exciting programs, GiGiFIT, focuses on building strength, endurance, power, joint stability, balance, and...
GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge 2025: Support the Teams!
The Southern Tier Playhouse is excited to be hosting the 4th Annual GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge Competitive 5k & Inspirational 1 Mile Walk on Saturday May 17th! Each year we love seeing the local running community combine with the Down syndrome community in the the competitive run, and stay for the...
Why be Kind? A Call to Action.
GiGi's Playhouse Southern Tier is proud to be a safe and welcoming environment for all the families who walk through our doors! Our foundation is to be inclusive, kind, generous, and accepting in everything we do. GiGi's Playhouse was created to change the way the world views Down syndrome and...
3 Exciting ASL Programs Bringing People Together
Language is more than just words—it’s how we connect, express ourselves, and understand one another. Just like Spanish or French, American Sign Language (ASL) is a full and unique language, completely separate from English. It’s not just a direct translation of spoken words into signs; it has its own grammar,...
GiGi’s Playhouse Welcomes New Binghamton University Intern
Welcoming Our Spring Intern Every semester, GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier has the privilege of welcoming interns from Binghamton University (BU), and we truly cherish the fresh energy, passion, and dedication they bring. Our partnership with BU has connected us with so many incredible volunteers and interns who help make a...
GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier: Our Story
GiGi's Playhouse Southern Tier is approaching six years of providing a permanent brick and mortar location that offers educational, therapeutic, and progressive programming to individuals with Down syndrome! Although we have been open for almost six years, the planning and first ideas of opening a GiGi's Playhouse in the Southern...
A Year in Review!
2024 has been an exciting and busy year for GiGi's Playhouse Southern Tier! Take a look at the highlights from over this year, and see how we've grown and served more families than ever before! January- Grand Re-opening! We shut down our Vestal Parkway space at the end of 2023,...
Building Skills and Cooking Meals: GiGi’s Kitchen Fall Spotlight
Time really does fly when you’re having fun, and these past few months in our fall cooking class were no exception! As we wrap up the season, we’re looking back on the delicious dishes we’ve cooked up and the amazing progress our participants have made. From hearty breakfast sandwiches to...
6th Annual ‘i have a Voice’ Gala!
Another amazing 'i have a Voice' Gala event has come and gone for the Southern Tier GiGi's Playhouse! Every year we are truly blown away and amazed by the impact one evening can have on our non-profit that provides 100% free programs for all ages for the Down syndrome community....
Reflection: Down Syndrome Awareness Month
"Each year, October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. What does that mean here at GiGi’s Playhouse? It means it’s a perfect time to learn about Down syndrome; what it is and what it isn’t, educate ourselves and others, and advocate for our friends with Down syndrome. The writer of...