{"id":141672,"date":"2024-07-05T21:28:59","date_gmt":"2024-07-06T02:28:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/?p=141672"},"modified":"2024-07-08T10:57:13","modified_gmt":"2024-07-08T15:57:13","slug":"june-volunteer-spotlight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/uncategorized\/june-volunteer-spotlight","title":{"rendered":"Peter &amp; Chris &#8211; Volunteer Spotlight"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Celebrating Peter Rebstock and Chris Wexler<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Chris and Peter with Programs and Marketing Manager Gabby at the Summer Picnic.\" class=\"wp-image-141678\" style=\"width:585px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peterchris-and-gabby-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our June Volunteer Spotlight, we are thrilled to recognize two exceptional volunteers who contribute significantly to our community while often staying out of the spotlight. Peter Rebstock and Chris Wexler are our go-to handymen, event helpers, van cleaners, and overall &#8220;get it done&#8221; guys. Whenever a task arises, the common response is, \u201cChris or Peter can do it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Peter Rebstock<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/Peter3.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"141683\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/Peter3-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Peter building shelves at GiGi's Playhouse Twin Cities!\" class=\"wp-image-141683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/Peter3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/Peter3-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/Peter3-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/Peter3.jpg 1512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Peter building shelves!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peter2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"141673\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peter2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Peter washing the GIGi's On The Go Van with a powerwasher.\" class=\"wp-image-141673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peter2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peter2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peter2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/peter2.jpg 1537w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Peter washing the GiGi&#8217;s On The Go Van!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Peter Rebstock, the husband of our Executive Director Katherine Rebstock, has been a steadfast volunteer since she joined GiGi&#8217;s Playhouse Twin Cities in 2021. Peter consistently steps up, especially in last-minute situations. Whether it&#8217;s steaming banners and loading trucks the morning before our gala or building shelves to accommodate our growing storage needs, Peter is always there to lend a helping hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Chris Wexler<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"141677\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Chris with a GiGi's participant posing together at the Playhouse.\" class=\"wp-image-141677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chris and Landon tutoring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"141676\" src=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Chris dressed as Santa at the GiGi's Playhouse Twin Cities Holiday Party.\" class=\"wp-image-141676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/files\/2024\/07\/chris2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chris Wexler aka Santa Clause<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chris Wexler, the husband of our Operations Manager Amy Wexler, is another invaluable member of our volunteer team. Chris serves as a Math &amp; Literacy Tutor and is a beloved Playhouse Santa. Since he began tutoring this past spring, he has made a significant impact. Recently, Chris\u2019s handy work has been indispensable: installing doorstops, locks, yoga mat holders and even a ballet bar in our new fitness room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>A Heartfelt Thank You<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Peter and Chris for their unwavering dedication and unique contributions to the Playhouse. Their efforts have been instrumental in upgrading our facilities and ensuring that everything runs smoothly. We couldn&#8217;t have achieved these improvements without their support and hard work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you, Peter, and Chris, for everything you do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help us provide free programs that are educational and therapeutic in nature to individuals with Down syndrome from birth through adulthood, their families and the community donate&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.clickandpledge.com\/w\/Form\/6df7a4b9-f3e3-49fe-9904-813720ef529f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To volunteer at GiGi\u2019s Playhouse Twin Cities:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/volunteer\">HERE<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In our June Volunteer Spotlight, we are thrilled to recognize two exceptional volunteers who contribute significantly to our community while often staying out of the spotlight. Peter Rebstock and Chris Wexler are our go-to handymen, event helpers, van cleaners, and overall &#8220;get it done&#8221; guys. Whenever a task arises, the common response is, \u201cChris or Peter can do it.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16099,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[988],"class_list":["post-141672","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-volunteerspotlight"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141672","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16099"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=141672"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141672\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=141672"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=141672"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/twincities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=141672"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}