February 2020 

Violet can’t wait to see you all at the Playhouse this month!

Music and Movement with Chloe

Join us for song, dance and play! Children and their siblings will enjoy a variety of sing-along songs, signing, gross motor activities, bubbles, musical instruments and more!

Visit here for more information about Chloe’s classes.

Click here to RSVP for February 1^st 9:30-10am

3 and Under

Join our Playgroup! We’re moving, grooving and laughing along the way. 3 and Under (recommended age) is the perfect place for children three and under to meet new friends, learn and grow, while parents have the opportunity to socialize, network and make friends with one another. Siblings are welcome!

Click here to RSVP for February 1st 10-11:30am

Teen Tastic (13-18)

Teen Tastic promotes friendship, social interactions, communication through a variety of social activities, outings, exercise activities and games for teens. Participants in Teen Tastic gain confidence, leadership skills, and empowerment while working as part of a team or on individual projects and tasks.

Grab your spot now to exercise with Kelly and for a STEM activity with Abbe, space is limited!

Click her to RSVP for February 7^th 5:30-7:30pm

Destination Discovery (All ages)

Destination Discovery is an interactive and engaging program for participants of all ages and their families. We support the development of motor skills, social skills, and language through purposeful play and peer to peer interaction in a casual and fun setting. This program also brings families together to share experiences and build relationships.

Destination Discovery is for all ages and we will be celebrating Valentine’s Day!

Invite your friends & please RSVP for February 8^th 10:00-11:15am,  so we can be prepared for all our friends!

GiGi’s Kitchen (12-18)

Formerly Cooking Club! Get cooking with your friends at GiGi’s! This program is geared toward creating independence when preparing easy healthy foods that taste great, increasing safety awareness in the kitchen, education on basic nutritional facts, following directions, learning how to use small appliances and cooking tools.

• February Theme:  Chinese New Year!

Registration is required and is limited to 8 participants.

Click here to RSVP for February 14th 5-7pm

Art Explosion (15+)

Provide hands on experience with multiple art media and provide an outlet for individuals with Down syndrome to express themselves, build confidence and socialize with peers. Teens and Adults ages 15 and up.

Goals:

• Provide healthy outlet for teens/adults to express themselves
• Build self-confidence
• Promote positive peer interactions and socialization
• Gain experience with multiple art projects

Registration is required as space is limited to 10 teens/adults. RSVP below!

Click here to RSVP for February 21st 5:30-6:30pm

Fantastic Friends

A fun night out to facilitate social interactions between adults with Down syndrome, their peers, and the community. All adults welcome from ages 18 and up. This month we are hoping to go out into our community – more details to follow!

Click here to RSVP for February 21st 7-9pm

EPIC (18+) – Empowerment, Participation, Involvement and Community

The EPIC adult program provides opportunities for socialization and community involvement, while creating a fun and memorable experience for its participants. Participants work on vocational, communication and social skills to boost confidence and encourage independence through goal orientated objectives.

For program goals please refer to our calendar post

Click here to RSVP for February 28^th 5:30-7:00pm

Open Play (all ages)

Open Play invites families and their friends to the Playhouse for playtime! Open Play helps promote positive beginnings for new families with a child with Down syndrome, creates awareness opportunities for peers and friends, as well as support and networking for current families. Come ready for fun and a crazy good time! Open to families with children of all ages and their friends during office hours.

Playdate at the Playhouse (all ages)

During Winter Break, we will have some volunteers to engage with your children on February 19^th3-5pm

Click here to RSVP for February 19^th 3-5pm

GiGiFIT Teen

The GiGiFIT Program is designed to empower individuals with Down syndrome through independence and confidence in their abilities with an ultimate goal of mastering everyday tasks with less effort and minimal assistance. GiGiFIT will enhance a person’s quality of life through teaching healthy exercise habits and movements. Like many GiGi’s programs, GiGiFIT is designed to motivate and teach individuals with Down syndrome to achieve their highest potential in a goal-oriented environment. GiGiFIT is for individuals of all ages with Down syndrome. This session will be specific for the teens.

We will open registration for the next session later this month

Literacy Tutoring/Math Tutoring

Registration for the Spring Session will open on February 7^th. Look out for an email!

Volunteer Orientation

Are you interested in learning more about volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse Westchester? Please join us for an hour of information. You will learn a bit about Down syndrome, the way GiGi’s Playhouse Westchester is supporting individuals with Down syndrome and how you can use your talents to help the mission of GiGi’s Playhouse!

This month we are looking to fill the following opportunities:

• Yoga Instructor for school aged children on a Saturday morning/lunchtime
• Zumba Instructor for the occasional program
• Program Manager, to assist and support the Program Director at weekend programs
• Grant writers

Please let us know you’re interested by completing this form or contacting Tracy

Next orientation is February 5^th 6:30-7:30pm

Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.