About Us
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:
The Cobblestone Arts Center prioritizes opportunities for all individuals, especially historically marginalized communities of all ages, abilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds, to thrive through exposure to arts and culture. Our programs supporting community artists and arts education are designed with accessibility and inclusion at their core promoting connection, expression, and overall well-being. We celebrate art as the unspoken language of the heart that breaks through prejudices, nurtures the soul, and brings together community members to appreciate each other’s gifts. The Cobblestone Arts Center embraces the way in which art and culture can open minds, stimulate curiosity, and celebrate diversity.


Vision:
A community where arts and culture are accessible and inclusive to all people.

Our Team
Administration
Supervisors
Teachers, Aides, and Drivers

Jacob Brown
Theater Teacher

Josue Lopez
Art Teacher

Naomi Sprague
Art Teacher

Emily Edwards
Art Teacher

Louise Foley
Paraprofessional

Abbie Sandburg
Paraprofessional

Madeline Watson
Paraprofessional

Bill Evancho
Transportation

Tim Partington
Transportation

Cathy McCullough
Transportation

Barbara Flora
Fiscal Assistant

Esmay Davenport
Art Teacher

Paul McArdle
Music Teacher

Chloe Kunes
Dance Teacher

Kathleen Fenton
Art Teacher

Lily Hoefler
Paraprofessional

Brent Siwak
Paraprofessional

Lisa Bump
Paraprofessional

Dan Foley
Transportation

David Quigley
Transportation

Bob Nantais
Transportation

Scott Benson
Maintenence

Jacob Faunce
Media Teacher

Dana McLaughlin
Art/Theater Teacher

Bernie VanEpps
Movement Teacher

Riley Donahue
Art Teacher

Julia Keener
Paraprofessional

Sparrow Constantino
Paraprofessional

Jamie Colf
CNA

Dave Fulmer
Transportation

Madison Royal
Transportation

Lou Arena
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Dean McLaughlin
Maintenance & Mechanic Specialist

Carissa Henkel
Theatre Teacher

Sara Palmisano
Movement Teacher

Drew Bellavia
Music Teacher

Eric Russell
Music Teacher

Makayla Knights
Paraprofessional

McKenzie Fackelman
Paraprofessional

Larry Decarolis
Transportation

Maggie Hallinan
Transportation

John Drennan
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Thane Jenkins
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Melissa Yonker
Building Sanitation
Specialist

Spencer Hunter
Wild Life Teacher

Abby Sheahen
Music Teacher

Matthew Drooby
Teacher

Sue Benson
Paraprofessional

Karima Ramirez
Paraprofessional

Amy Hunter
Paraprofessional

Tom Denninger
Transportation

Ryan Henkel
Transportation

Mark Gedek
Transportation

Robert Morales
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Board of Directors
Ellen Edler, President
Diane Sandburg, Vice President
Jan Veomett, Secretary
Bill Kocher, Attorney
Adam Bull, Treasurer
Kathleen Houser
Shaun Speicher
Aaron Outlaw-White
Gaetan Wyman
Mary Zuege





















