March Program Buzz
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.
Art Explosion
March 2, 16 and 30 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
This program provides hands on experience with multiple art media and provides an outlet for individuals with Down syndrome to express themselves, build confidence and socialize with peers.
This program for ages 8 and up will be creating art pieces to auction at our Gala in April. We will meet every other Monday through March.
Please RSVP so we have enough supplies for everyone!
Destination Discovery (all ages)
March 7 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Destination Discovery is an interactive and engaging program for participants of all ages and their families. We support the development of motor skills, social skills, and language through purposeful play and peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program also brings families together to share experiences and build relationships.
Destination Discovery is for all ages!! Invite your friends & please RSVP so we can be prepared for all our friends!
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Music In Motion
March 9 and 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
This program is designed to build self confidence, strengthen social skills, communication and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance.
In this session, ages 8 and up will be learning a song and practicing different handheld instruments in preparation to sing at our Gala in April. We will meet every other Monday through March as well as April 13 and 20.
Please let us know you will be joining in the fun by RSVPing!
Volunteer Orientation
March 11 @ 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, the way GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse is supporting individuals with Down syndrome and how you can use your talents to help the mission of GiGi’s Playhouse!
Volunteer Needs include – Program Leaders, Program helpers, Administrative, Cleaners, Event & Group Volunteering Opportunities!
Please let us know you are coming by signing up HERE!
LMNOP (0-3 years)
March 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Language, Music N’ Our Peeps guides parents and infants/toddlers through learning basic sign language and through incorporating music and dance therapy into daily activities, to stimulate the child. Recommended for children 6-36 months old.
Friends of all abilities are welcome! #inclusion
Please RSVP so we can be properly prepared!
Gratitude Committee (20+ years)
March 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join this core group of adult volunteers (ages 20+) to hand-craft thank you cards for our amazing donors, as well as assist the office with other playhouse projects. We provide the supplies, you provide the gratitude!
Please RSVP here!
Fantastic Friends (17+ years)
March 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us each month as we do something new and fun! We want to hear what you would like to do! So bring your ideas and we will help you host a Fantastic Friends night.
During this program, we aim to promote positive peer relationships, encourage relationships in the community, and develop our social skills!! Invite your friends, everyone is welcome and inclusion is celebrated!
Please RSVP so we know who will be joining us!
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World Down Syndrome Day Celebration
March 21 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
March 21st is recognized each year as World Down Syndrome Day. 3:21 represents the third copy of the 21st chromosome, trisomy 21, Down syndrome. We join our voices and belief with communities all over the world creating awareness and acceptance for people living with Down syndrome. Living big full lives!
Please join us in the Canyon at Destiny USA to celebrate all we love and respect about individuals rocking their extra chromosome!
More info coming very soon! Save the date and invite your friends!!!
Friends, Fun & Fitness (12+ years)
March 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Join us for a fun & exciting time! This one-hour workout session focuses on building muscle tone and endurance, and is open to individuals with Down syndrome & their friends of all abilities (12 & up)! Each week we will encourage each other to give our #bestofall.
Goals:
· Increase knowledge and understanding of the importance of physical activity for teens/ young adults with DS
· Increase physical activity levels through various types of exercise
· Motivate participants to independently practice various physical activities at home/ in the community.
Please RSVP so we know you are joining us!
Gluten Free Cooking (12+ years)
March 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Get cooking with your friends at GiGi’s! This program is geared toward building safety awareness in the kitchen and preparing healthy, gluten-free recipes that taste great. During each program, we will make and eat a gluten-free entree and dessert to enjoy!
Recommended for youth, teens and adults (12 & up).
Please RSVP so we have enough food for everyone!
As we at GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse look to add more and more FREE purposeful programming we need you! Family input, volunteer hosts, family hosts, etc. Always feel free to contact us with questions or suggestions on how we can make your GiGi’s experience the very best! syracuse@gigisplayhouse.org.
