Posts Tagged ‘StrongerTogether’
GiGi’s, Friends, Connect, and Family
Each month, we host a family group on the first Saturday at 10:00 am. All families are welcome, but we typically welcome families with children under the age of 6. The program is facilitated by two experienced program leaders who encourage discussions, sharing of experiences, and networking while high school or middle school volunteers play…
Read MoreIntroducing – Westchester’s Generation G Youth Board
We love our volunteers! Earlier this year, a sibling of one of our participants approached us and asked if she could start a Youth Board at our Playhouse. Mira was very passionate and quickly recruited her friends to join her. We reached out to other local High Schools and now have 8 members from Hastings…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight – Kelly
“Volunteering is an act of heroism on a grand scale. And it matters profoundly. It does more than help people beat the odds; it changes the odds.” – William J. Clinton GiGi’s Playhouse is 99% volunteer-led. As an organization, we are extremely proud of this. We are beyond grateful for our amazing volunteers’ dedication, motivation, enthusiasm,…
Read MoreVolunteer Appreciation Month
Volunteer Appreciation Month As we wrap up our Volunteer Appreciation Month, we want to highlight even more volunteers that have stood out this month. April may be the month that we show our appreciation, but we never stop being thankful for our dedicated, generous, motivated, enthusiastic volunteer team that grows each month! Volunteer Facts: We…
Read MoreStep To Accept Challenge FAQ’s
Step To Accept Challenge FAQ’s. What is the Step to Accept Challenge? First and foremost, this is a virtual FUNDRAISER for GiGi’s Playhouse Westchester. With the postponement of our fundraisers and continuing uncertainty for 2020 due to COVID-19, we need ALL of our Playhouse families, friends, and supporters to get involved. You can start a…
Read MoreNEW: GiGi’s At Home has launched!
Yesterday, saw the launch of GiGi’s Playhouse GiGi’s At Home. Through this amazing site you are able to access FREE and purposeful programming virtually. There are live programs and on-demand options. These live programs are run from the National Office and other Playhouses across the country and are available to all our families. A calendar…
Read MoreGiGi’s at Home – Math
During our 1-1 Math program we use TouchMath, which is a multi sensory math program. The people at TouchMath have made some of their resources, videos and apps free for us to use while learning at home. Visit their website and sign up for these FREE tools from TouchMath. Free & downloadable workbooks can be found HERE!…
Read MoreGiGi’s Kitchen At Home
Earlier this year, our GiGi’s Kitchen participants learned about Mexico, they then made their own tortilla chips and salsa. What is your favorite Mexican food? Try playing this Mexican Food Bingo Game to test your knowledge of Mexico. Now try these recipes at home: See you tomorrow!
Read MoreGiGi’s at Home #3 – Board Games
Playing board games is a great way to pass some time while we are all stuck inside. Board games are not only fun but they help teach patience & sportsmanship as well as build educational skills. Here is a list of some games as well as the educational skills that they reinforce: Bananagrams: reading, spelling…
Read MoreGiGi’s at Home – Virtual Programs
GiGi’s at Home – bringing some of our programs to you virtually. YOGA Our new program Leader – Carolyn Frost – is offering a FREE family/kids yoga session THIS Friday at 4pm. Click here for details – registration is required. GiGi’s Kitchen Recipes will be posted on Social Media and here on the blog; we…
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