Spreading Happiness One M&M Cookie at a Time!
April’s Best of All This month, we’re thrilled to recognize John Stapleton as our April Best of All! Many of you know John for his friendly smile and playful sense of humor—but did you know he’s also an amazing baker? John’s love for baking started when he was young, learning...
Livia’s independence Journey
One of the most rewarding parts of GiGi’s Playhouse Twin Cities is watching participants grow and gain confidence over time. Livia is a perfect example! For the past two years, Livia has been a dedicated participant, working hard in programs like Music Therapy and LMNOP. Recently, she’s been gaining independence—and...
Celebrating Tony’s Hard-Earned Victory!
If you attended The Best of Us Gala, you may have spotted Tony greeting guests with a warm smile as he handed out nametags. But what you might not know is that Tony has been working hard toward a major personal goal—earning a Nintendo Switch! Over the past two months,...
Mary Swanson – Volunteer Spotlight
This month, we are thrilled to shine a well-deserved spotlight on Mary Swanson, a dedicated volunteer who embodies the true spirit of generosity and service. Mary has been an incredible asset to GiGi’s Playhouse Twin Cities, always ready to step in and lend a hand whenever needed. Whether it’s assisting...
Jackie and Courtney Turnquist – Volunteer Spotlight
For November’s Volunteer Spotlight, we are excited to recognize Jackie and Courtney Turnquist! These incredible sisters bring warmth, enthusiasm, and positivity to every program they’re part of. Whether it’s through their work with our Drama Troupe, GiGi Kitchen Kids, Fantastic Friends On the Go, or Social Skills programs, their dedication...
Shining in the Spotlight
November's Best of All Jordan at a Teen Beach Movie Drama Troupe Rehearsal For November’s Best of All Moment, we are excited to highlight Jordan Moore and her amazing work in our Drama Troupe program! Jordan is now in her fourth year with Drama Troupe and has truly emerged as...
Celebrating Our Participants
Recognizing Our Participants in October’s Best of All For October’s Best of All, we want to acknowledge the hard work of our participants. Many wonderful moments happen both in and outside of the Playhouse, whether it’s gaining new skills in tutoring, building confidence on stage with the Drama Troupe, trying...
Peter and Griffin – Volunteer Spotlight
In our October Volunteer Spotlight, we’re excited to recognize two familiar faces you may see at LMNOP—Peter and Griffin! Both are adult ambassadors who have been volunteering with LMNOP for the past few months. Peter and Griffin work alongside our Speech and Language Pathologist, Rae, supporting the program by setting...
The Houseman’s – Volunteer Spotlight
Meet the Houseman Family! In our September Volunteer Spotlight, we are thrilled to recognize the Houseman Family: Arron ("Big Guy"), Nancy, Taylor, and Danny, who have been an integral part of GiGi’s Playhouse Twin Cities community since 2013. From DJing our dances, MCing our Gala, driving our van, leading our...
A Place for Friends
September's Best of All best of all (noun) \best of all\ is continual, measurable, celebrated and it never ends. It is a daily challenge to do a little better than you did the day before and it’s always celebrated. Possible manifestations: standing just one second longer, reading just one more...
Jean’s Thrilling Day Out: Catching the Action at the Twins Game!
This was my first time ever attending a baseball game, and I was filled with excitement and anticipation as I made my way to the stadium. On the baseball field, he was an exceptional and talented player, demonstrating remarkable skills and deep knowledge of the game. As the baseball soared...
Ava’s Dance Party Fundraising Tool Kit and Resources
Fundraising Tool Kit Media Tools for Families and Fundraising Teams Social graphics to promote your Ava's Dance Party Team! Customize your own template in canva! How to use Canva to edit your own design. Create a free Canva account Start by clicking on one of our predesigned templates below Customize...