Corbyn’s Colorful Adventure: The Day Creativity Took Flight
Once upon a time in a land where creativity flowed like paint and laughter echoed like a joyous melody, there lived a spirited young artist named Corbyn. Known for his boundless imagination and occasional grumpiness, Corbyn had one of those days where the clouds of fatigue hung over him like...
Volunteer Spotlight…Olivia!
While all our volunteers are special, we do like to take the time to recognize individuals throughout the year. This month, we are recognizing Olivia M. In the last year, she has put in over 110 hours at the Wausau Playhouse, volunteering for Kids Club and GiGi’s Kitchen Teen &...
Anna’s Music Best of All!
Anna has been a dedicated participant in the Music Makers program since it began in January 2024. While she typically enjoys grooving in her preferred seat, it often takes a bit of encouragement from volunteers to get her to try an instrument. However, during our last session, something remarkable happened....
Dani’s Community Quest…Stable Hands!
Welcome to the second edition of Dani's Community Quest for GiGi's Playhouse Wausau! We're not horsing around with this blog—let's trot on and learn more about Stable Hands. Giddy up! I recently had the privilege of touring the beautiful Stable Hands Equine Therapy Center in Wausau, WI, and meeting some...
Meet Nicole Stangl, GiGi’s Playhouse Wausau’s Board President!
Join us as we have a question and answer with Nicole and explore the "why" behind her dedication, thoughts on being a new parent in relation to Generation G, and more! Let's get started... Why Did You Join GiGi's Playhouse Wausau? I joined GiGi's Playhouse Wausau after hearing about the...
Quilting for a Cause: Teresa Minder’s Heartfelt Contribution to GiGi’s Playhouse
In the town of Rhinelander, WI, lives a talented quilter named Teresa Minder. Known for her intricate designs and dedication to her craft, Teresa recently found a new purpose for her quilting skills. Inspired by Sue Kirby's story about GiGi's Playhouse Wausau, fellow quilter Teresa felt a deep calling to...
Meet Kristen…Capstone Student for Spring!
Hi there!My name is Kristen, and I am currently pursuing my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at ConcordiaUniversity, Wisconsin. I am thrilled to be joining GiGi’s Playhouse for a 14-week capstone experience,where I will have the opportunity to learn about the incredible programs and participants that make thePlayhouse such a special...
Big News at GiGi’s Playhouse Wausau: Meet Our New Volunteer Coordinator, Lizzy!
As we step into 2025 with fresh goals and innovative programs, we are thrilled to introduce a new, yet familiar, face to our team. Many of you have already been greeted by Lizzy’s radiant smile as she led various programs as a dedicated volunteer. Now, we are delighted to announce...
Dani’s Community Quest…Good News Project!
Welcome to Dani's Community Quests! We're thrilled to introduce this exciting new blog series from GiGi's Playhouse Wausau. Join Dani as she embarks on a journey to uncover amazing community resources that can make a real difference for our Playhouse families. Each blog will spotlight a unique resource, highlighting how it...
Henry’s Best of All: Celebrating Milestones with LMNOP
At GiGi's Playhouse Wausau, we believe in the power of early childhood education to shape the future of our little ones. One of our standout programs, LMNOP (Language, Music N' Our Peeps), is designed to do just that. This interactive and engaging program guides parents and young children through learning...
Family, Community, and Giving Back: Volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse!
At GiGi's Playhouse Wausau, we are incredibly fortunate to have families who dedicate their time and energy to our mission of supporting individuals with Down syndrome. One such family has become an integral part of our community, bringing warmth, enthusiasm, and a genuine spirit of giving to everything they do....
I Can Barely Spell and Count: There’s No Way I Can Be a Tutor for GiGi’s Playhouse Wausau!
When many of our volunteers first heard about the opportunity to volunteer as a tutor at GiGi's Playhouse Wausau, their immediate reaction was, "There's no way I can do this. I can barely spell and count!" But as they learned more about the program, they realized that their initial fears...