Thanks Mom! | Sara LaValle
“How did you get involved with GiGi’s Playhouse?” “Do you have a child with Down syndrome?” These are questions I am asked all the time. I do not have a child with Down syndrome, but my cousin, Amelia, is one of our rockstar participants and her mom, Janet, was one of the founders of GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse....
GiGi’s At Home Virtual Programming
GiGi’s At Home We are excited to bring you GiGi’s At Home VIRTUAL programming and resources! GiGi’s Playhouse facilitates over 4,400 free therapeutic and educational program hours a week at GiGi’s locations across the United States and Mexico. It is important to know these programs are typically facilitated in...
COVID-19 Update from GiGi’s Syracuse
Hello, GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse Community, Based on the latest information and guidance from our national office and public health officials, we have decided to suspend all programming, events and volunteer orientations at GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse until further notice. We are not aware of any individuals connected to the Playhouse who have had...
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,...
Why GiGi’s? | Heather Rodriguez
Howdy! I get to kick off my week sharing my FAVORITE place, the place the changed my entire life. GiGi's Playhouse. For the past seven years, I have been fully (or as fully as a non-family member can be) engaged in the Down syndrome community. I celebrate and cry over...
What the Gala gives you.
It is a favorite time of year around GiGi's Playhouse. Busy volunteers all coming together to not only deliver FREE purposeful programs but also to assist in the planning for the biggest event of the year! The 'i have a Voice' Gala is a night we gather, get fancy and...
February Program Buzz
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Destination Discovery (all ages) February 1 @ 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...
A sweet month indeed!
Last year our friends at the Speach Family Candy Shoppe decided they wanted to give back to the community that has supported them for the past 100 years. So they started a contest for the community to nominate their favorite non-profit organization. The Speach family would then spotlight each of...
January Program Buzz
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Destination Discovery (all ages) January 4 @ 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...
December Program Buzz
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Karate Kickers (8+ years) December 6 @ 4:30 pm The benefits of karate for people with Down syndrome are endless. Karate focuses on development of balance, coordination, discipline, focus, attention, physical fitness and...
November Program Buzz
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Karate Kickers (8+ years) November 1, 8, 15 and 22 @ 4:30 pm The benefits of karate for people with Down syndrome are endless. Karate focuses on development of balance, coordination, discipline, focus,...
October Program Buzz
Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community. Volunteer Orientation October 2 @ 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...