Grover x Birdhouse x Cobblestone Art Auction

Cobblestone Arts Center is proud to partner with Birdhouse Brewing Co. and Grover Financial Services to present this exclusive silent auction featuring four original paintings that celebrate the spirit of human connection.
From the Studio to the Brewery

These vibrant pieces were born from a unique professional collaboration between Cobblestone’s teaching artists, Naomi Sprague and Josue Lopez, and two of our dedicated students, Charlie and Alison.
The quality and energy of these works inspired a special summer project with Birdhouse Brewing Co., proudly presented by Grover Financial Services in honor of their 10th anniversary.   A longtime supporter of Cobblestone, Grover Financial has spent a decade helping families navigate their futures, and we are thrilled to honor their milestone by showcasing the bright creative futures of our students. 

The Kizuna Collection

These four paintings serve as the label artwork for a limited-edition release from Birdhouse Brewing Co.—the brand new Kizuna Japanese Rice Lager. This light-bodied, crisp, and clean beer is brewed with flaked rice, Pilsner malt, and a touch of Nelson Sauvin hops. It was crafted specifically to celebrate the spirit of connection and community. In addition, the original paintings are on display at Birdhouse now through the end of the auction! Stop by to enjoy the Kizuna beer and check out the one-of-a-kind art in person.

Throughout the summer, you can find these special edition 16 oz cans at Birdhouse Brewing Co. in Honeoye and local Canandaigua area restaurants. Not only does this collaboration showcase our students’ talents, but a percentage of all Kizuna sales is donated directly back to Cobblestone. While the beer allows the entire region to toast to our mission, remember: this auction features the only original canvases in existence. Placing a winning bid is the only way to own one of the foundational pieces that inspired this entire community project! 

Why Your Bid Matters

100% of the proceeds from this auction benefit the Cobblestone Foundation, sustaining the life-changing programs that make us the only organization of our kind in New York State. We currently serve over 150 students with disabilities across a six-county region, providing a space where creativity has no limits.

Your winning bid directly funds:

• Specialized Curriculum: Maintaining our unique arts-based Day Habilitation programs.
• Professional Mentorship: Providing students like Charlie and Alison with artistic guidance and supplies.
• Facility Expansion: Helping us grow our one-of-a-kind campus to welcome even more students into our community.

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.​ 
 We are proud to host theater performances, cultural events, and musical performances at our theater in beautiful Farmington, NY.​​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.