GiGi's Playhouse Quad Cities

09/11/2025

🌟 Thank you to SSAB for sponsoring our upcoming Gala! We are so grateful for their continued support of GiGi’s and our mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome. 💛

✨ Don’t forget—Gala registration prices increase this Sunday! We’d love to see you and your family join us for this incredible night of celebration.

09/11/2025

Our friend Gavin is still in the running for Youth Athlete of the Year. Can you help him out by casting a vote? There's still time to get double votes in for today.

Gavin Bates Leads With Heart, Hustle, And Hope—on The Field, In Class, And In Life. A True Role Model. I’m Very Proud To Nominate Him!

09/11/2025

🌟 Last Call to Register! 🌟
Our Parent Program on Guardianship & Decision-Making is happening this Friday at 6 pm!

Join attorney Tim Gulbranson for an important conversation on:
Guardianship
Power of Attorney
Supported Decision-Making

Tim brings years of experience guiding families through these legal processes. Whether your loved one is a child, teen, or adult, this session will help you better understand the options available to support your loved one with Down syndrome throughout their life.

Don’t miss this opportunity to have your questions answered and learn about the path that may be best for your family.

📅 Friday, 6:00 pm
📍 [Insert location or “at GiGi’s Playhouse”]

👉 Register NOW - registration closes at noon tomorrow! https://ow.ly/VL4q50WUSvg

09/10/2025

💪 Get FIT with us at GiGi’s!
Two great fitness programs are starting soon—don’t miss out!

✨ GiGiFIT (18+)
Wednesdays at 5:30 PM • Begins next week

🧘 GiGiMOVE: YOGA (13+)
Tuesdays at 5:30 PM • Begins 9/23

Join us for fun, movement, and community while building strength and confidence! Visit the calendar to learn more and register to attend.

09/10/2025

🎶✨ Calling all of GiGi’s youngest friends! ✨🎶
Join us this Saturday for a morning full of singing, laughter, and parent connections at the Playhouse!

👶 LMNOP (Language, Music N’ Our Peeps) – 9:30 AM
🎉 Open Play – 10:30 AM

Let’s pack the Playhouse with fun and friendships—you won’t want to miss it! 💜 Register TODAY!

09/09/2025

Dance begins next Tuesday! Recommended for ages 5-12 years old.
Tuesdays at 5:30 pm for 5 weeks with Ms Maddie!
Here at GiGi's, dance introduces basic dance styles, techniques, and movements to participants while improving gross motor skills, increasing mental and muscle memory, and increasing cardiovascular conditioning, strength, flexibility, and coordination.
Registration closes at noon on 9/15.

09/09/2025

Thank you to the Scottish Rite Cathedral Association out of Milan, IL, for the generous donation at their meeting tonight. $1000 to help offset the costs for the free purposeful programs GiGi's offers. We appreciate your belief in our mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome.

09/08/2025

There's still time to register for this week's Art Explosion (Ages 5-12 years)! Art Explosion provides hands-on experience with multiple art media and an outlet for individuals with Down syndrome to express themselves, build confidence, and socialize with peers.
https://ow.ly/woZ450WTwjh

09/08/2025

Whoops, we forgot to post our weekly happenings yesterday!
This week at GiGi's Playhouse Quad Cities:
Tues- Board Meeting
Wed - Family Speaker: When Abuse is Suspected, What Can I Do?
Thurs - Art Explosion and Rock Band
Fri - Teen Tastic, Fantastic Friends and Family Speaker: Guardianship
Sat - LMNOP and Open Play
Visit the website calendar to learn more and register!

09/06/2025

📚✨ Happy Read a Book Day! 🎉 Dive into a world of imagination today—grab your favorite blanket, a warm cup of tea, and get lost in the pages of your chosen book. Let’s celebrate stories that inspire us and characters that stay with us forever! Share your reading pics below! 💖📖
*This photo is an oldie but goodie!

09/06/2025

No matter which team you're cheering for tomorrow — Cyclones or Hawkeyes — keep it kind! 💛❤️🖤
Kindness > Rivalry. Always.
🏈

09/05/2025

Just a reminder! The more you come to the playhouse this year, the more times you can put your name into the drawing to have your loved one on a window! Additionally, you receive an extra entry when you pre-register using your My GiGi's Account! We will draw at our holiday party on December 13th!