About
Cobblestone is changing arts education
The Cobblestone Arts Center is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization providing day programs for adults with disabilities. We believe that everybody has an inner artist, and it is our mission to bring out the inner light of each one of our students through visual art, dance, and musical instruction. All ages, cultures, and abilities have always been welcome at Cobblestone.
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We are proud to host theater performances, cultural events, and musical performances at our theater in beautiful Farmington, NY.
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We are also the home of the Cobblestone Players, a nonprofit theater organization that provides community outreach in rural areas, showcasing the arts and art productions.
History:
Cobblestone began as a wheelchair dance company, Wheels In Motion, in 1986 and gave inspiration to form an all day arts classes for adults with disabilities. Through music, dance, visual arts, and theater, students gained a great sense of value and accomplishment connecting with each other and the community. We are proud to bring all the arts to the community, a unique after school program, and a new theatre space for the whole area to enjoy live performances.
Mission Statement:
It is our unique mission to use the Arts as the common denominator in our vastly diverse community, to let Art be that unspoken language of the heart that breaks through prejudices and stereotypes, that nurtures the soul and brings every member of the community together to appreciate each other's gifts. We can accomplish this by hiring and retaining first class employees, maintains skilled construction professionals and by approaching the growth of our organization with honesty and integrity.
Vision:
Cobblestone Arts and Educational Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of the community for all ages and abilities through Art, Education, and Participation. Our classes in Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Public Speaking, and Media Studies are aimed to help students achieve a higher potential while developing a sense of involvement in the community.



Our Team
Administration
Supervisors
Teachers, Aides, and Drivers

Jacob Brown
Theater Teacher

Spencer Hunter
Wild Life Teacher

Abby Sheahen
Music Teacher

Sue Benson
Paraprofessional

Makayla Knights
Paraprofessional

Larry Decarolis
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Jaylin Green
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Madison Royal
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Esmay Davenport
Art Teacher

Josue Lopez
Art Teacher

Naomi Sprague
Art Teacher

Louise Foley
Paraprofessional

Karima Ramirez
Paraprofessional

Tom Denninger
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Maggie Hallinan
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Dean McLaughlin
Maintenance & Mechanic Specialist

Jacob Faunce
Media Teacher

Paul McArdle
Music Teacher

Tess Stiffler
Art Teacher

Lily Hoefler
Paraprofessional

Abbie Sandburg
Paraprofessional

Bill Evancho
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Ryan Henkel
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Melissa Yonker
Building Sanitation
Specialist

Bethany Good
Dance Teacher

Dana McLaughlin
Art/Theater Teacher

Bernie VanEpps
Movement Teacher

Melanie Johnson
Paraprofessional

Brent Siwak
Paraprofessional

Dan Foley
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Tim Partington
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Carissa Henkel
Theatre Teacher

Sara Palmisano
Movement Teacher

Dylaina Young
Movement Teacher

Julia Keener
Paraprofessional

Robert Burrows
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Dave Fulmer
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David Quigley
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Board of Directors
Madelaine Baader, President
Jan Veomett, Secretary
Adam Bull, Treasurer
Aaron Outlaw-White
Diane Sandburg
Gaetan Wyman
Shaun Speicher
Kim Voss















