by CHOM Blog | Feb 4, 2021 | CHOM, Community, Re-Open
CHOM ANNOUNCEMENT The CHOM board of directors would like to thank Sarah Flashing for her role as executive director over the past couple of years. As CHOM transitions back to a completely volunteer run organization, the days and hours that the museum is open will be...
by CHOM Blog | Apr 6, 2020 | CHOM, Community, News, newsletter, Social Distancing
In our lifetime, few of us imagined we’d experience anything like what is happening today. But like each of you, CHOM is optimistic about the future and about life resuming outside of our homes in the coming weeks. We are getting ready to GO and we hope you are...
by CHOM Blog | Jul 16, 2019 | CHOM, Community, News, Press Release
Freeport, Illinois – July 16, 2019 – A new Sensory Room exhibit will open on Friday, July 26, following a ribbon cutting ceremony facilitated by the Greater Freeport Partnership at noon. “All children need encouragement and support. We at CHOM have created a...
by CHOM Blog | Jul 10, 2019 | CHOM, News, Play. Learn. Grow.
CHOM is dedicated to making sure individuals with disabilities are not overlooked when visiting. Our goal is to provide a place where all individuals feel welcome. We have consulted with therapists and identified what is needed for the inclusion of all children to...
by CHOM Blog | Jun 24, 2019 | CHOM, Community, News, Play. Learn. Grow., volunteer
“Play is an important vehicle for developing self-regulation and promoting language, cognition, and social competence” according to the National Association for the Education of Young Children. But there is growing concern about the reduction in child-directed,...
by CHOM Blog | Jun 4, 2019 | CHOM, Employment
CHOM is now accepting applications for the position of Volunteer Coordinator. The Volunteer Coordinator, recruits volunteers, provides direction, coordination, and consultation for all volunteer functions within CHOM. Must be able to work on site Wednesday through...
