Programs
Volunteer Spotlight…Meet Lauren!
Hi Everyone! I’m Lauren and I’m a student at UW-Whitewater currently studying music education. I’ve been playing the saxophone for around eight years now. I play piano as well, but I’ve only been playing for a few years. I’ve been give nmany opportunities to travel because o music. I’ve traveled to Europe multiple times, marched…
Read MoreWhat is Purposeful Programming?
At GiGi’s Playhouse all our programs are FREE, therapeutic and purposeful. We know what free and therapeutic is but what exactly is purposeful when we talk about programming? Per the Oxford dictionary, purposeful is doing something with intention. When you enter the Playhouse and see our Language, Music, N’ Our Peeps (LMNOP) group sitting in…
Read MoreAlways Set High Expectations! Braxton’s Best of All
Hello all! As the Playhouse Manager I try to know as much about all aspects of Playhouse operations and this includes programming goals. While I may know the goals and encourage other parents to follow, sometimes I admit I do not! Shame on me, right?! One of those goals is to instill high expectations for…
Read MoreExciting News…We are Expanding Outdoors!
We frequently talk about the continued growth in participation at the Playhouse and with this growth comes exciting news…we are expanding at the Playhouse! Permits have been approved and by this time next year we will have a beautiful outdoor learning environment behind the Playhouse. The new area will enable us to continue providing purposeful…
Read MoreBest of All – Brad
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 word, learning just one new number, taking just one…
Read MoreThe ABC’s of Volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse Wausau!
GiGi’s Playhouse Wausau is not your typical non-profit when it comes to volunteering. From the colors on the walls to the fun purposeful programming, GiGi’s provides an unique place to make a difference! So, lets have a fun literacy lesson on the ABC’s of volunteering! A Appreciation! At GiGi’s we appreciate every volunteer. It doesn’t…
Read MoreTeddy Bear Clinic
Helping Kids Overcome Fear of the Doctor/Dentist/Eye Doctor through Play! A teddy bear clinic is a fun way for children to reduce their fears by giving their stuffed animals the care they have had, or will receive, from their healthcare team. Typically, best for ages 1-12, teddy bear clinics empower a child to take control…
Read MoreStepping Up to Make an Impact
We Need You! Two of GiGi’s Playhouse core values are Enthusiastic and Get it Done. In 2023, we showed our small but mighty Playhouse could Get it Done, through increased programming and community awareness initiatives. While we try to be Enthusiastic showcasing the amazing things our participants are achieving and the fun things we are…
Read MoreNew Program…Kids Club
We are excited to bring another new program for Spring 2024 session. Kids Club is an interactive and engaging program for participants ages 8 through 12 and their families. Ages are recommended and if you have questions about your child participating please ask staff. The main goals of the program include: 1. Increasing social skills, focusing…
Read MoreLet’s Talk Sensory Play!
The Pyramid of Learning (seen to the left) begins the conversation of how foundational sensory systems are for all other learning and development. How can we tap into these sensory systems? We can do that through Sensory Play. Sensory play can be any activity that stimulates the senses. It is beneficial to all age groups!…
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