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GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee is changing the way the world sees Down syndrome. At GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee we are changing the way the world sees Down syndrome.

We do this by offering free educational, therapeutic, & social programming for individuals of all ages, & all abilities. We do this by offering free educational, therapeutic, and social programming for individuals of all ages, and all abilities. GiGi's mission is to promote acceptance for all and change the way the Milwaukee community views Down syndrome, because individuals with Down syndrome are more like their peers than different. GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee does all of this in a warm, supportive, welcoming family environment that is open for all to learn, socialize, and play.

10/29/2026

WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS! And GiGi's - What is the connection?

What an incredible moment for Milwaukee! We’re celebrating this historic and thrilling moment with everyone across our Greater Milwaukee community.

And speaking of the Brewers...

Our Best of All Silent Auction will include some awesome Brewers memorabilia, along with experiences, packages and other items you won’t want to miss.

Watch for auction previews coming soon! LINK IN WEBSITE! Tickets on Sale through NOV 1

10/28/2026

Go BREWERS! From our Adult Speech participants (and Bea) who have been cheering you on all week! This program is made possible by UW-Milwaukee and their students, a partnership that provides FREE programming to our Down syndrome community. We are so grateful for their support and the impact that they help to make on our community is one that ripples on and ebenefits so many beyond the walls of our Playhouse!

10/28/2026

Kohl's | Signature Fashion Partner

The spotlight belongs to our participants. 💙💛

We’re proud to recognize Kohl’s as our Signature Fashion Partner for the Best of All Participant Spotlight.

Best of All isn’t about what our participants are wearing. It’s about who they are, their personalities, accomplishments, friendships, talents and stories.

Kohl’s is helping each participant step into that spotlight feeling confident, celebrated and ready to show our community exactly who they are.

Thank you, Kohl’s, for helping our participants shine.

Now there’s one important deadline we don’t want you to miss.

Best of All is November 14, but tickets, tables and dinner reservations must be finalized by November 1.

Come cheer on our participants, hear their stories and be part of a night celebrating what Best of All really means.
🎟️ Join us - https://ow.ly/vegv50ZV7vf

10/28/2026

💙💛 TONIGHT! You're invited to GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee VIP Open House!

We know there's a big Milwaukee Brewers game tonight, but there's still time to stop by GiGi's before the first pitch! ⚾

Join us as we celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month and the VIPs at the heart of our Playhouse!

💙 Meet our VIP participants
💛 Meet Josh Sova, our new Executive Director
💙 See our NEW front window participant photos unveiled at 6 PM!
💛 Tour the Playhouse and enjoy refreshments

📅 TONIGHT, October 28 | 5–7 PM
📍 GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee
8685 N. Port Washington Rd.

Stop by anytime! We'd love to see you before you cheer on the Brewers! 💙💛

10/27/2026

Sometimes connection begins simply by walking through the door.

TOMORROW, we’re inviting you to do exactly that. 💙

Join us for our VIP Open House & Window Unveiling at GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee.

Come meet Josh Sova, our new Executive Director, see the new participant photos transforming our front windows, tour the Playhouse and,most importantly, meet the people who make this community what it is.

📅 Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM | Come TOMORROW!
📍 8685 N. Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee

Already know GiGi’s?

Bring someone who doesn’t.

A friend. A colleague. A business connection. A neighbor. Someone who might become a volunteer, partner, supporter, or simply leave seeing Down syndrome differently.

No formal program. No need to arrive right at 5:00. Just come in, connect and experience GiGi’s.

RSVP appreciated, but not required.
👉 RSVP + https://ow.ly/iXO350ZR85v

Come inside. Meet our community. See what’s possible.

10/24/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Becky! 🎂

Today we're celebrating Becky Diamond, our incredible Program & Volunteer Coordinator!

Becky brings so much heart, dedication, and care to GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee. From supporting our families and volunteers to creating meaningful opportunities for our participants, she helps make our Playhouse a place where everyone belongs.

We’re grateful for all you do, Becky! Please join us in wishing her a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 💙💛

10/22/2026

Meet Our First Five Best of All Stars!

Ollie, Quinn, Jonah, Mia, and Juliette are taking the spotlight! Meet them in person NOV 14 at the BEST OF ALL - Tickets are going fast.

RSVP for your dinner choice by Nov. 1

Enjoy an elegant dinner, cocktail hour, silent auction (with lots of sports memorabilia), inspiring stories, Best of All Participant Spotlight with Signature Fashion Experience, SPECIAL PERFORMANCE made possible through a community partnership with Milwaukee Ballet, featuring GiGi’s Playhouse dancers alongside retired Milwaukee Ballet Company Artist Janel Hutchinson and Milwaukee Ballet Company Artist Emery Meroni!

Each participant brings something special to GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee. From making friends and learning new skills to building confidence and celebrating achievements, their stories remind us why our community matters.

We're excited for you to get to know ALL 10 incredible participants and hear what they and their families love about GiGi's!

Stay tuned- five more stars are coming next week! Check the newsletter tomorrow for more info!

Tickets and sponsorships - available on our website - link in our in the about/info section: https://ow.ly/XqCz50ZZUB2

10/21/2026

Blue Iris Creative Co. | Founding Photography Partner

Some moments deserve to be captured. 💙💛

We’re grateful to Jessica and Blue Iris Creative Co., our Founding Photography Partner, for helping create a true red-carpet experience for our participants, families, sponsors and guests at Best of All.

Jessica will also help us capture the joy, confidence, connection and stories that make this night about so much more than one event.

We can’t wait to see Best of All through her lens and we hope you’ll be in some of those photos with us.

There are only a few weeks left to make your plans. Join us November 14, but remember: dinner reservations and tickets must be finalized by November 1.

🎟️ Save your seat - find the link on our website!

10/18/2026

👻THAT’S A WRAP ON OUR FIRST BOO-GIE BASH!👻
What an AMAZING time we had celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month with our incredible community! We had OVER 100 people come out to celebrate, connect, dance, and make memories with us, and our hearts are SO full!
And a HUGE shoutout and thank you to:
💙 St. Francis Children's Center - for being an excellent community partner and providing the space and support to make this event happen!
🎶 DJ Ari - for bringing the jams and keeping the party going! 🕺💃
🥪 The Molter Family - for your generous donation that allowed us to provide subs for the entire party!
✔️Our incredible volunteers - for all of the help with set-up, food, check-in and clean up!
💛And last, but certainly NEVER least, THANK YOU to our amazing community! Thank you for showing up, celebrating with us, spreading awareness, and reminding us how powerful inclusion, connection, and community truly are. 🥰
📸 Check out some of the moments from the day and add yours to the comments!

10/14/2026

Down Syndrome Awareness Month is about more than awareness.

It’s about celebrating people with Down syndrome, sharing their stories and achievements, challenging outdated perceptions and creating opportunities for greater acceptance, inclusion and action.

That’s why we’re opening our doors on October 28.

Our VIP Open House & Window Unveiling is a chance to experience GiGi’s for yourself:

💙 Meet participants, families, volunteers and supporters
💛 See our newly unveiled front windows featuring GiGi’s participants
💚 Meet our new Executive Director, Josh Sova
🧡 Tour the Playhouse and learn what happens here every week
💙 Connect with people who care about building a more accepting community

And here’s our challenge:

Bring someone new.

Who in your world should experience GiGi’s?

📅 October 28 | 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee
Come anytime. Appetizers and beverages will be available.

👉 RSVP + https://ow.ly/gBAV50ZR7H6

Address

8685 N Port Washington Road
Milwaukee, WI
53217

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3am
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm
Saturday	9am - 11am

Telephone

+14147970522

Website

http://gigisplayhouse.org/milwaukee/

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