Monday, May 6, 2013
Dr. Eric Greenspan of the Chiropractic Health Group specializes in auto, work and athletic injuries.
Dr. Eric Greenspan of the Chiropractic Health Group in Cobbs Corner specializes in auto, work and athletic injuries. Greenspan, a Sharon native and now Canton resident, helps patients with back and neck pain by making a few adjustments and manipulation to unlock a binding spinal joint. Patch sat down with Greenspan to find out more about the conditions that can be treated from seeing a chiropractor and also a common concern of how safe is it to have your back and neck cracked. Patch: What conditions do you treat? Greenspan: I treat a variety of issues for a variety of different people of all ages. Most commonly, I treat back pain, neck pain and headaches. Additionally, due to my background as an athlete and an avid runner, I treat a lot of…
Monday, April 8, 2013
A place for all your pets needs in the Sharon area . . . and also a place to find a variety of pets up for adoption.
Coolen's Pet Supply, located right in the heart of Cobbs Corner, is more than just a pet food store. There are also small animals looking to be adopted, and others who are visiting for a small fee while their families are away. Patch recently spoke with owner Guy Coolen as he handled an albino red tail boa constrictor, which can reach a length of anywhere from three to 13 feet. Coolen is active in animal adoption. He has many small animals who have been brought in by owners who can no longer care for them and who are looking for forever homes. Patch: How long have you been in business? Coolen: I opened this store in July of 2005. It's been almost eight years. Patch: Can you tell our readers a little bit about the store and what you carry…
Monday, March 11, 2013
Find out what specials are being held this St. Patrick's Day at the local restaurant.
The Halfway Cafe, located at in the Cobbs Corner Shopping Plaza right across the border in Canton, usually has some new great deal up its sleeve. Whether the "8 Meals for $8", Tasting Tuesdays or another 5K Road Race in June, the Halfway Cafe always comes up with something new and fun for customers. Sharon Patch sat down with Tom Cahillane, manager of the restaurant's nearby Cobbs Corner location to find out more about the restaurant and what the eatery was planning for St. Patrick's Day festivities this year. Patch: St. Patrick's Day is coming up. Do you anything special planned? Tom Cahillane: Yes we do. As many of you may know we have live music every weekend. On St. Patrick's Day we will be having the live music of Max Courtney most of…
Monday, February 25, 2013
Get an inside look at the local women's boutique located right around the corner at the Village Shoppes in Cobbs Corner.
Mission Clothing, a unique and intimate boutique located in Canton, offers residents from the area contemporary women's clothing and accessories. "The goal of Mission is to give every customer who walks through the door, a personalized shopping experience," Owner Shoshanah Graupen said. "We are stylists and will help our customers put together the whole outfit from clothing to accessories." Patch sat down with Graupen to find out more about her store and background in the fashion business. Patch: How did you find this prime location in Cobbs Corner? Shoshanah Graupen: About three months after I had my son, my father told me about a boutique in Canton that was for sale. To be honest, I was not really excited about the prospect of starting a…
Friday, January 25, 2013
The event will take place this Saturday and will be sponsored by FOG Academy.
On Saturday, Jan. 26, FOG Academy will host a free "Family Fun Day" at 427 Turnpike Street in Canton. FOG Academy is new Canton-based biblical and education childcare center, currently caring for children 6 weeks to 5 years. "It is the lowest costing group childcare center in Canton and hosting a Family Fun Day and getting Canton businesses involved was a way to give back to the community," said Kay Garber, Director of the Fountain of Grace Academy. The event will run from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday. "We here are FOG Academy really feel that the community of Canton and the town around us need a fun day in these cold winter months where children can play in our indoor bounce house or even get their face painted," Garber said. "We're …
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
The Village Shoppes celebrated the holiday season with a holiday stroll.
On Saturday, Dec. 15 and Sunday De. 16 the Village Shoppes in Cobbs Corner, right on the border of Sharon, was the hub of a holiday stroll. The two-day event featured a hay ride, holiday songs by the Canton Community Theatre Group, steel drums provided by "The Xisles Drums", a hayride around the Cobbs Corner parking lot with Pat Mann and two large horses from the "Whispering Wind Farm" in Chepachet, Rhode Island and Santa Claus posing for photos with the kids. The stroll kept the parking lot filled and the stores over flowing with shoppers. The holiday spirit was truly in the air. Here are some photos from the event. If you have any pictures that you would like to add, then just upload them here to this gallery.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Your Pets Paws in Pottery.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Especially for Pets at the Village Shoppes in Cobbs Corner will be hosting 'Paws for Pets', on Wednesday, Nov 14. They've partnered with their Village Shoppes neighbor, Ceramics a la Carte ('a paint your own pottery' and custom design studio) to create for you a keepsake of your cat or dog's paw print. Your $25 fee will buy you one four to five inch round color paw print hanging of your cat or dog's paw print, complete with their name and the year. Your print will come with a ribbon so you can easily display it in your home or workplace. It also makes a great gift! Visit us or Ceramics a la Carte to see a sample. Ten percent of your purchase will be donated directly to Amazing Greyz Greyhound Adoption. Located in Franklin, Amazing Greyz…
Saturday, October 13, 2012
How are you decorating and what will you be wearing this Halloween?
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
Halloween is just a few weeks away. How are you decorating for the holiday in Sharon? The Hidden Hotel, at the Village Shoppes in Cobbs Corner opened for guests over the weekend. It's said to be the scariest house experience in Massachusetts. It will be open every weekend through October. Have you picked up your pumpkins yet? How about corn stalks? Ward's Berry Farm in Sharon still has lots of pumpkins and fall flowering plants available. And what about a costume? Even if you're just opening the door for your trick-o-treaters, it makes it all the more fun to dress up yourself. Don't forget about your pets, there are lots of costumes to choose from for your dogs and cats. Here are some pictures from around town, and be sure to upload your …
By the way, your room is ready on the 13th Floor.
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
The Hidden Hotel at 95 Washington Street in the Village Shoppes at Cobbs Corner where Sharon and Canton meet is now ready and open for business. Don't be frightened by the childrens screams as they exit the back door of the house. This isn't for the timid and shy. Bob Ward, of Ward Communications has put together a large pool of actors to resemble the ghosts and goblins of our past. The Hidden Hotel will be open on weekends through the end of October. Here are a few photos from this evening.
Friday, October 5, 2012
An evening of acoustic guitar music
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Friday, October 5, 2012
Randy Davis started performing at the Halfway Cafe Restaurant at the Village Shoppes in 2008 where he performs twice a month. He doesn't have to walk far from his day job as the Store Manager of Rockys Ace Hardware also in Cobbs Corner. Davis started playing guitar at the age of 10. His influences include Elvis Presley, KISS, Jimi Hendrix and the Kinks. He's played in many garage bands throughout High School and into college. In 2008 Davis went to see Ray Davies from the Kinks perform at Lupo's in Providence, Rhode Island. Davies brought Davis up on stage where they shared vocals in an encore performance of "Low Budget" a Kinks hit. He performs 4 to 6 shows per month in restaurants and Pubs all over the South Shore and Boston. …
Kim Salem
4:33 pm on Monday, February 25, 2013
Mission is my favorite store. I don't like to look ordinary and Mission has something for everyone. The staff has dressed me for countless occasions right down to me texting them pics of my shoes in my closet so they could tell me which looks best! They have amazing style and personality. If you haven't already been there I suggest you check it out... You won't be disappointed! more ›