cobblestonearts

There are supporters who give, and others who truly invest in the spirit of a community. Last week, the Cobblestone Arts Center stage was the setting for a very special surprise as we gathered to honor one of our most dedicated advocates, Robert Marvin. Surrounded by the very students whose lives he has touched, Robert was presented with a commemorative plaque by our Executive Director, Lorene Benson, and Director of Development, Shane Fackelman. It was a touching moment that reminded us all...

The story of Cobblestone Arts Center began with a simple yet radical belief: that the joy of the arts and performance belongs to everyone. Long before we were a multidisciplinary center, Cobblestone began as Wheels in Motion, a wheelchair dance company dedicated to carving out space for artists of all abilities. Central to that history, and to the heart of our Executive Director, Lorene Benson, was a man whose spirit was as extraordinary as his performance. Recently, we said goodbye to Miguel...

Kathy Houser AKA Grandma Hattie, photographed at her tea room, shows how every day is a special occasion worth celebrating. To many at Cobblestone Arts Center, Kathy Houser is lovingly known as Grandma Hattie, a name that reflects her lasting influence on the community. This fall, Kathy was featured on the Snazzy & Sage podcast, hosted by Dr. Kerry Szymanski, a former second-grade student of Kathy’s. Their conversation, “Art, Entrepreneurship & Aging with Joy”, highlighted Kathy’s journey...