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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Saturday 8am - 12pm

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Our Down syndrome Achievement Centers provide programming and support to people with Down syndrome and their families.

GiGi's Playhouse of Rochester is one of the nationwide network of Down syndrome achievement centers; changing lives through free, results -driven programs for individuals of all ages, families and communities. Our mission is to change the way the world views Downs syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance to all.

10/15/2026

Introducing our Achievers’ Fall Pumpkins! 🍂🎃

Our Achievers have been working HARD for months on a very special project, and we are so excited to finally share it with you! 🧡

These beautiful wooden pumpkins were made completely from scratch with the help of the Teich family! From gathering the wood and putting the pieces together to sanding, gluing, and decorating, our Achievers put so much time, teamwork, and creativity into bringing these pumpkins to life. We couldn’t be prouder of how they turned out! 🎨🪵

And the best part? These pumpkins will be available for purchase at our Meat Raffle THIS SATURDAY, October 17! 🎟️

Haven’t gotten your tickets yet but still want to join the fun? There’s still time! Come out for an evening of great prizes, fun, and supporting GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester. Be sure to stop by and snag one of these one-of-a-kind pumpkins before they’re gone! 🎃

📅 Saturday, October 17
📍 St. Nicholas Society, East Rochester

We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

10/14/2026

🌟 Participant Best of All: Nick! 🌟

This month, we’re celebrating Nick, one of our amazing adult participants at GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester! 🎉

From being our resident movie expert 🎬 to jumping right into Achievers, making new friends, and embracing opportunities to give back, Nick continues to show us what it means to be a Best of All!

This month, Nick was the FIRST participant to bring in donations for our Achievers collection benefiting patients at Wilmot Cancer Institute! 💙 He brought coloring books and markers to help bring a little creativity and joy to patients during their treatment.

We are so proud of Nick and love seeing his enthusiasm, kindness, and growth in our Playhouse community! 🥰

Want to learn more about Nick and why he is our Participant Best of All? Head over to our latest blog post to read all about him! ✨

10/13/2026

🥩🎉 IT’S MEAT RAFFLE WEEK! 🎉🥩

The countdown is ON! Our annual GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester Meat Raffle is THIS SATURDAY, October 17, and you don’t want to miss it! 🔥

Join us for a fun-filled night of meat raffles, great prizes, amazing people, and an even better cause! Every ticket helps support the FREE purposeful programs we offer to individuals with Down syndrome and their families right here in our community. ❤️💙

📅 Saturday, October 17
📍 St. Nicholas Society | East Rochester
🎟️ Tickets are still available, but they’re going FAST!

Gather your friends, get your tickets, and come ready for a great night supporting GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester! Trust us, you’ll want to be there! 🙌

Interested in volunteering to help make this event a success? We’d love to have you! Email [email protected] to get involved.

⏰ Don’t wait until it’s too late! Grab your tickets today!

10/12/2026

🧪🌈 Science, slime, and a little bit of magic! 🌈🧪

Our Fantastic Friends group had a blast getting hands-on with science! From making their own slime to creating colorful rainbows with Skittles, our friends explored, experimented, and had so much fun learning together. 🌈✨

Who knew science could be this sweet and slimy?! 😆💚 We love seeing our Fantastic Friends try new things, get creative, and make memories with their friends!

10/09/2026

🥩❤️ Our Meat Raffle is NEXT SATURDAY, October 17, and we’re getting ready for an amazing night for GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester!

Last year, we were lucky to have an incredible group of volunteers who helped make this event such a success, and we couldn’t do it without them! 🙌 We’re so grateful for everyone who gives their time and energy to support our Playhouse, and we’re always happy to welcome a few more helping hands! Interested in volunteering this year? We’d love to have you join our team! Reach out to [email protected] to learn more.

🎟️ Haven’t gotten your tickets yet? Now’s the time! Tickets are still available, but they’re going FAST! Join us for a night of great prizes, good company, and lots of fun, all while supporting the free, purposeful programs we offer to individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

📅 Saturday, October 17
📍 St. Nicholas Society, East Rochester

🎟️ Grab your tickets before they’re gone: https://ow.ly/iguA50ZWtUX

Let’s make this year’s Meat Raffle another one to remember! ❤️

10/08/2026

Every Wednesday, our GiGi U crew puts their cooking skills to the test as they work together to make lunch! 🍽️

From problem-solving and teamwork to building confidence and independence, these guys are pros in the kitchen! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

Yesterday, they were feeling all the fall vibes and whipped up a big batch of homemade chili! 🍂🥣 Nothing says fall quite like a warm bowl of chili made with friends. ❤️

10/07/2026

🎃👻 Halloween fun is coming to GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester! 👻🎃

Join us on Tuesday, October 27 from 5:30–6:30 PM for a fun-filled evening with food, dancing, trick-or-treating around the Playhouse with our Youth Board, and plenty of Halloween fun! 🍬🕷️🧡

Come dressed in your favorite costume and celebrate Halloween with your GiGi’s friends! 🎃

✨ Be sure to sign up on our calendar if you plan to join us! Registration helps us make sure we have enough food, treats, and fun for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there! 👻

10/05/2026

Fantastic Friends AM had a fun day out in the community last week! 🎉

The group took their first outing of the session to The Strong National Museum of Play, where they had a blast exploring, spending time with friends, and enjoying everything the museum had to offer. And of course, one of the biggest fan favorites was Mini Wegmans! 🛒 Because isn’t that everyone’s favorite? 😂

We love getting our Fantastic Friends out into the community to practice social skills, build friendships, explore new places, and most importantly, have fun together! 💙💛

We can’t wait to see where their next adventure takes them!

10/02/2026

A BIG thank you to our Sizzle Sponsor, Erin Faville! 🔥

Erin is a longtime supporter of our Meat Raffle and brings so much positive energy and excitement to the event every year. We are so grateful for her continued support of GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester and for helping make this night such a fun one year after year!

Thank you, Erin, for being part of our Meat Raffle family and helping us make this event sizzle!

Want to join the fun? Come out to our Meat Raffle on October 17th at the St. Nicholas Society in East Rochester! It’s going to be a night full of great prizes, good food, and lots of fun, all supporting GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester.

Grab your tickets and come get your sizzle on!

10/01/2026

Happy October! 💙💛

October is Down Syndrome Acceptance Month, and we’re ready to celebrate all month long! 🎉

At GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester, we believe in celebrating the incredible individuals who make our community so special, recognizing their accomplishments, embracing their individuality, and creating a world where everyone belongs.

Here’s to a month full of acceptance, inclusion, accomplishments, and a whole lot of Best of All! 💙💛

Address

372 N Goodman Street
Rochester, NY
14607

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

Telephone

+15855637487

Website

http://www.gigisplayhouse.org/rochester

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