Posts by Heather Rodriguez
2019 CNY Buddy Walk Registration is LIVE!
You asked & we answered! GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse is thrilled to be the new host of the annual NDSS Buddy Walk! This year’s 25th Anniversary Buddy Walk (21st year in Syracuse) will take place on Sunday, September 29, 2019, at Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Parkway in Liverpool, NY. You can register TODAY! Click HERE to get started!…
Read MoreA peek inside GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse
GiGi’s Playhouse exists to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all. GiGi’s Playhouse is the ONLY international network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers created to provide FREE life-changing therapeutic and educational programs for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. There are now 46 GiGi’s Playhouse locations across the US and Mexico. From prenatal diagnosis…
Read MoreThe Antidote
We weren’t going to go to the Gala this year. I wasn’t speaking in front of the hundreds of people supporting GiGi’s. Judah’s picture wasn’t there welcoming guests. I wasn’t on the volunteer committee. I had no hand in the preparation pot what-so-ever and so this year we were going to skip it. Am I…
Read MoreApril Program Buzz!
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Volunteer Orientation April 3 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Are you interested in learning more about volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse? Please join us for an hour of information. You will learn a bit about Down syndrome,…
Read More#theluckyfew | GiGi’s Playhouse ‘i have a Voice” Gala
Today we welcome one of our favorite bloggers and moms Beth to share why everyone should join us on April 7, 2018, for the ‘i have a Voice’ annual gala! Favored, blessed, fortunate, charmed and prosperous…. all synonyms for lucky, all synonyms for how I feel about a life with Down syndrome. While there are…
Read MoreLiteracy, a gift for everyone.
2017 Winter Literacy Tutoring is Open for Registration! Students & tutors can visit our Literacy page today to register for tutoring. GiGi’s Playhouse One on One Literacy tutoring is for individuals with Down syndrome of any age and any skill level. Trained tutors work at the level of the individual, continually challenging and encouraging them to…
Read MoreSara & Jill go to Conference & wow did it have some impact!
The 2017 Bigger Better Stronger Together International Conference is over! WOWZA! It was a jam packed 5 days, we got inspired, we got trained and we meet our peers from aroudn the country and in Mexico who work so hard in their communites to change the way the world sees Down syndrome! 260 attendees, 47…
Read MoreBack to School | The importance of talking about Special Needs
Tis the season! New backpacks, lunch pals, cute outfits & shoes! The kiddos are heading back (or already have) to school! Most parents are filled with all the feelings. Pride & nerves swirling together. I wanted to pop in and share with you all today a little snippet of my school aged days…..way back yonder.…
Read MoreWhy I Run, Walk & Dash | Team Mikey
We are 5 Days away from the 2017 GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse 5k, 1 Mile Inspiration Walk & Kids Dash for Down Syndrome! We have our friend Amy Cavallaro on the #gigisblog today sharing why she is participating once again! What is your Team name? – Team Mikey Are you honoring anyone with your team, if…
Read MoreWhy I Run, Walk & Dash | Team You do You JuJu
On August 12th, we join with families and our community of supported to Run, Walk & Dash for Down syndrome. You still have time to join you favorite team, we want you & we need you! Please visit our 5K Page to learn all the great details! Today we welcome back…
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