Pocket Rock-it!
August 8, 2021
Who says you can’t have a festival in Toronto this summer? Not the PCA! We’re excited to announce that the PCA will be hosting a music festival in the Pocket: The Pocket Rock-It! On August 8, 2021, come out to listen to some great tunes, hang out with neighbours and strengthen our community. We are lucky to have so many amazing musicians who live in our neighbourhood and have offered to perform for us on their porches, lawns, driveways and back decks.
The festival will start at 2pm and run til just after 5:30pm. Take a look at our route map and schedule to find out who will be performing, where and at what time. We’ll have popcorn and drinks for sale as well as a donation box available to contribute to the PCA.
Looking forward to seeing everyone out and about in our special neighbourhood!
Schedule
2:00PM -Scott Pietrangelo and Alison Eastwood-118 Earl Grey Rd, 45 mins
3:00PM-Michael Brosman-493 Jones, 35 mins (alley access off Jones Ave.)
3:50PM-Michael Verba, 2 Seymour, 30 mins
4:35pm-The Lesters, 23 Seymour, 1 hr
Pocket Pride Celebration!
June 27, 2020
Unleash your creativity and bring a smile to your friends and neighbours. Decorate your front space or apartment window with a colourful display to celebrate Pocket Pride. Hang a colourful flag, cover your sidewalk in chalk art, create a lawn or porch display. The sky’s the limit.
**Awards will be given for some of the fabulous displays**
We also want musicians to play on their porches. We will post the parade route on Facebook and will also post a few paper copies around the ‘hood.
See poster below for more details.
~Please celebrate Pride in a safe physically distant way!~
Spring Fling!
April 11th and 12th, 2020
COVID-19 Response Team
Coronavirus Fact Sheet and Volunteer/Assistance Information
Saturday, February 22nd, 2020
Pocket Skating Party
Location: Phin Park
Date and time: Saturday, February 22nd, 2020: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
C’mon out and have some fun on the ice!! Huge thanks to John Koufis for creating the rink!!
January 27th, 2020
Danforth Avenue Study
Location: Monarch Park Collegiate
Date: Monday, January 27th: 6:30 PM
Danforth Avenue is a truly key street in the City of Toronto, as both the heart of the community for many of us who live near The Danforth and as a destination and thoroughfare for people who live in all parts of the city.
The City of Toronto is undertaking a study of Danforth Avenue to help support future decisions about this important “corridor”. The first of its kind for Toronto, the study of Danforth between Broadview and Coxwell has three integrated components:
1. Planning and development framework
2. Economic development and retail study
3. Complete street design and implementation plan – how should Danforth be designed to support all uses of the street and road, including pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and transit.
The Pocket Community Association is pleased to share this information with you in case you would like to provide input on the project. Toronto’s next community consultation takes place on Monday, January 27th at Monarch Park Collegiate (1 Hanson Street). All are welcome to participate in the Open House that will run from 6:30 to 9:00 pm.
For more information about the study, copy this link into your browser: https://bit.ly/2NYKap2
16th Annual Pocket Community Party
Date: Saturday, September 28th 2:00-9pm
Location: Phin Park
Here’s the Pocket Party Schedule:
WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
We need lots of volunteers!
We can’t pull off this event without your help.
For more information and to sign up, see information in the flyer above, or email our Volunteer Coordinator:
Nina Littman-Sharp: n.littmansharp@rogers.com
2019 — Art in the Park in July & August
June 20th, 2019
Jiingtamok – All Nations Community Pow Wow
Location: Wandering Spirit School (16 Phin Ave) Athletic Field
Date: Thursday, June 20th: Grand Entry – 12pm; Feast – 5pm Onwards
ALL WELCOME!
The Urban Indigenous Education Centre and Wandering Spirit School have invited the Pocket Community Association to be a co-sponsor for the second year, and it promises to be a wonderful and welcoming event.
There will be drummers, dancing, singing, an indigenous vendor market & lots of delicious food. Come by and immerse yourself in this wonderful event that is happening right here in The Pocket!
June 16th, 2019
Pocket Newsletter Pub Night
Location: The One at the Only @ 972 Danforth Avenue at Donlands
Date: Sunday, June 16th from 5-7pm
The Pocket Newsletter continues its old tradition – Sunday pub night at The One – except for an earlier start time at 5pm.
Join us to meet new neighbours or good friends and catch up on what’s been happening in the neighbourhood. The One offers coffee, tea, beer and other beverages and light snacks. If you’re new, just look for signs of The Pocket!
May 25th, 2019
Pocket Street(s) Sale
Location: Phin Park
Dates: May 25th – 9am-1pm (Rain Date Sunday)
Put out a table to sell your unwanted treasures and make a little cash.
Or wander the Pocket to find that item you’ve always wanted!
Ad contributions can be dropped off at 81 Ravina Cres.
(Coffee & baked goods will be for sale there on the day too!)
May 20th, 2019
Victoria Day Fireworks
Dates: Monday May 20th – Dusk (9:15pm)
Phin Park will be ablaze with pyrotechnics, the concession stand will be popping and the music playing.
Bring the family out to enjoy the spectacle.
Monetary donations will be collected door to door, at the
park and accepted at 19 or 81 Ravina Crescent.
This night can’t happen without your participation!
May 11th, 2019
Pocket Party #2
Dates: Saturday May 11th 10-11:30am
One of the Pocket’s Green Gurus, Paul Dowsett, Principal Architect at Sustainable – Architecture for a Healthy Planet, is hosting a Pocket Change Party.
He will lead a tour of his NET ZERO home, and field questions about the latest innovations in sustainable home building practice and what he has learned over the years.
April 27th, 2019
Phin Park Clean-up
Location: Phin Park
Dates: Saturday April 27th 10am
Bring your work gloves and tools and help clean the park.
We will be cleaning the Pocket Herb Garden too!
Feel free to take compost for your garden.
Coffee & baked goods & Firetruck too (Feel free to contribute goodies).
April 25th, 2019
Pocket Change Party #1
Location: 513 Jones Ave
Dates: Thursday, April 25th, 7-8:30pm
Your lovely neighbours on Jones, Lori and Michael, are hosting a Pocket Change Party.
Folks from the City will be giving a presentation there called: Energy Retrofit 101.
A detailed look at the types of retrofits available (from heating and cooling to renewables) for residential homes, general costs and their impact on your home and the environment. This will also include the importance of getting an EnerGuide energy assessment.
April 20th, 2019
“Easter Egg Hunt
Location: Phin Park
Dates: Saturday April 20th 10am-12pm
Our annual Easter Egg Hunt in Phin Park is on its way!
~ Sat April 20th – 10am-noon ~
Bring your little ones out to join the festivities!
See poster below for more details:
November 1st, 2018
Pumpkin Parade
Location: Phin Park
Dates: Thursday November 1st @ 7pm
Our annual post-Halloween Pocket tradition.
Show off your beautifully carved pumpkin in Phin Park and enjoy some hot chocolate with your neighbours!
October 2nd, 2018
Sip & Chat
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: October 2nd from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday October 2nd from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little bored or simply in the mood for conversation. Everyone is welcome!
August 10th, 2018
Phin Park Philms
Date: Friday, August 10th at 9pm (Dusk)
Location: Phin Park
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy some popcorn and candy while watching this throwback fantasy!
*Bug spray recommended.
**No smoking in the theatre please.
Labyrinth – 125 mins runtime
August 7th, 2018
Sip & Chat
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: August 7th from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday August 7th, and September 4th from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little bored or simply in the mood for conversation. Everyone is welcome!
July 28th, 2018
Pocket Signs Unveiling
Location: Phin Ave Parkette soon to be Phin Park & the TTC Greenspace
Date: Saturday, July 28th from 11:30am-noon
We’re getting a pair of new signs! One for the newly renamed Phin Park and the other for the Pocket Dog Off Leash park (in the TTC Greenspace). Councillor Paula Fletcher will be there to unveil the new signs Saturday.
Join us for the unveiling!
July 22nd, 2018
Pocket Newsletter Pub Night
Location: The One at the Only @ 972 Danforth Avenue at Donlands
Date: Sunday, July 22nd from 4-6pm
The Pocket Newsletter continues its old tradition – Sunday pub night at The One – except for an earlier start time at 4 pm.
Join us to meet new neighbours or good friends and catch up on what’s been happening in the neighbourhood. The One offers coffee, tea, beer and other beverages and light snacks. If you’re new, just look for signs of The Pocket!
July 20th, 2018
Phin Park Philms
Date: Friday, July 20th at 9:15pm (Dusk)
Location: Phin Park
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy some popcorn and candy while watching this heartfelt comedy!
*Bug spray recommended.
**No smoking in the theatre please.
Toy Story – 81 mins runtime
July 3rd, 2018
“Sip & Chat”: A Fresh & Friendly Way to Meet Your Pocket Neighbours
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: July 3rd from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday, July 3rd, August 7th, and September 4th from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little bored or simply in the mood for conversation. Everyone is welcome!
June 23rd, 2018
Eid Carnival
Location: Phin Park
Dates: June 23rd – Starts @11am.
Eid Carnival – Pocket residents invited! — Our neighbours who attend the Madinah Mosque are organizing a fun family event in Phin Park on Sunday, July 9th.
Eid is an important holiday, marking the end of Ramadan. This year — the fifth year that “Toronto Danforth Multicultural Community Services” is holding a post-Eid carnival and basketball tournament — the event has been moved from Monarch Park to Phin Park.
The organizers invite all Pocket community members to join them – $10 per person covers food and games! Please see the attached flyer for more information about timing of the tournament, the carnival and contact info if you have any questions.
June 22nd, 2018
All Nations Community Pow Wow
Location: First Nations School of Toronto (16 Phin Ave) Athletic Field
Dates: June 22nd – Grand Entry 12pm. Feast – 5pm Onwards
ALL WELCOME!
This event is being co-sponsored by The Pocket Community Association, and it promises to be their biggest event yet.
There will be drummers, dancing, singing, an indigenous vendor market & lots of delicious food. Come by and immerse yourself in this wonderful event that is happening right here in The Pocket!
June 9th, 2018
Eco Fun Fair
Location: Phin Park
Dates: June 9th – 2-5pm *Official program begins at 3pm
It’s the Pocket Change Projects launch!
Learn about Toronto’s Greenest Neighbourhoods, a new project in The Pocket that allows you to see your home’s heat loss and tap into thousands of dollars in energy incentives.
See poster below for more info:
June 5th, 2018
“Sip & Chat”: A Fresh & Friendly Way to Meet Your Pocket Neighbours
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: June 5th from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday, June 5th from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little lonely or bored or simply looking for something different–everyone is welcome!
May 26th, 2018
Pocket Street(s) Sale
Location: Phin Park
Dates: May 26th – 9am-1pm (Rain Date Sunday)
Put out a table to sell your unwanted treasures and make a little cash.
Or wander the Pocket to find that item you’ve always wanted!
Ad contributions can be dropped off at 81 Ravina Cres.
(Coffee & baked goods will be for sale there on the day too!)
May 1st, 2018
“Sip & Chat”: A Fresh & Friendly Way to Meet Your Pocket Neighbours
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: May 1st from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday, May 1st from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little lonely or bored or simply looking for something different–everyone is welcome!
April 21st, 2018
“Phin Park Clean-up
Location: Phin Park
Dates: April 21st 10am
Bring your work gloves and tools and help clean the park.
We will be cleaning the Pocket Herb Garden too!
Feel free to take compost for your garden.
Coffee & baked goods & Firetruck too (Feel free to contribute goodies).
April 3rd, 2018
“Sip & Chat”: A Fresh & Friendly Way to Meet Your Pocket Neighbours
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: April 3rd from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday, April 3rd from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little lonely or bored or simply looking for something different–everyone is welcome!
March 6th, 2018
“Sip & Chat”: A Fresh & Friendly Way to Meet Your Pocket Neighbours
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: March 6th from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to host a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We organize a “Sip & Chat”, a coffee/tea social, on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
On Tuesday, March 6th from 9:30 to 11 am, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or anything from the menu) to enjoy as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend, feeling a little lonely or bored or simply looking for something different–everyone is welcome!
February 4th, 2018
Pocket Newsletter Pub Night
Location: The One at the Only @ 972 Danforth Avenue at Donlands
Date: Sunday, February 4th from 3-5pm
The Pocket Newsletter is pleased to reinstate an old tradition – Sunday pub night at The One – except we’re starting earlier (3pm).
Join us to meet new neighbours or good friends and catch up on what’s been happening in the neighbourhood. The One offers coffee, tea, beer and other beverages and light snacks. If you’re new, just look for signs of The Pocket!
December 9th, 2017
Santa’s Frozen Festival
Location: Phin Park (115 Condor Ave)
Dates: December 9th – 1-3pm
Come on out and meet Santa and get a picture with the old guy.
We are accepting donations in support of Eastview Community Centre and the Toronto Humane Society. Please bring unwrapped toys, canned/boxed food or monetary donations on the day.
There will be free hot chocolate, coffee and baked goods as well as several tables of local crafts to peruse for possible Xmas gifts.
See you there!
September 23rd, 2017
14th Annual Pocket Party
Date: Saturday, September 23rd from 2:30 – 9pm
Location: Phin Park
September 8th, 2017
Phin Park Philms
Date: Friday, September 8th at 8pm (Dusk)
Location: Phin Park
Our final film this year. Come out and enjoy a family friendly frolic when it gets dark.
Popcorn and candy available as usual. Bring a chair and a blanket and someone to cuddle with.
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
September 5th, 2017
“Sip & Chat”: A Fresh & Friendly Way to Meet Your Pocket Neighbours
Location: Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue)
Dates: September 5th from 9:30am-11am
Hello Pocket People!
The PCA Neighbourhood Support Committee is happy to announce a fresh and friendly way to meet your neighbours, whether you’re young, older or in-between…
We’re organizing a “Sip & Chat”: a coffee/tea social on the first Tuesday of each month at Motorama (862 Danforth Avenue), our friendly local diner!
Starting on Tuesday, June 6th from 9:30am to 11am, and continuing on July 4th, August 1st and September 5th, at least one very friendly member of the Neighbourhood Support Committee will be at Motorama to welcome you. Look for a bag with the Pocket logo on a table and then buy a coffee or tea (or whatever you wish) to sip as we chat.
We hope you’ll join us if you’re new to the neighbourhood, looking to make a new friend or feeling a little lonely or bored–everyone is welcome!
August 18th, 2017
Phin Park Philms
Date: Friday, August 18th at 9pm
Location: Phin Park
*Re-scheduled due to August 11th rain out!
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy some popcorn and candy while watching this family friendly fantasy frolic!
The Neverending Story
July 21st, 2017
Phin Park Philms
Date: Friday, July 21st at 9pm (Dusk)
Location: Phin Park
Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy some popcorn and candy while watching this family friendly futuristic frolic!
Spy Kids
July 9th, 2017
Eid Carnival – Pocket residents invited!
Location: Phin Park
Dates: Sunday, July 9th begins at 11am
Our neighbours who attend the Madinah Mosque are organizing this fun family event. Eid is an important holiday, marking the end of Ramadan.
This year – the fifth year that Toronto Danforth Multicultural Community Services is holding a post-Eid carnival and basketball tournament – the event has been moved from Monarch Park to Phin Park.
The organizers invite all Pocket community members to join them – $10 per person covers food and games!
Please click here for more information about the carnival, a basketball tournament that is part of the event, and contact info for any questions you may have.
June 17th, 2017
Pocket Street Sale
Location: Pocket Streets!
Date: Saturday June 17th at 9am-1pm
Put out a table to sell your unwanted treasures and make a little cash.
Or wander the Pocket to find that item you’ve always wanted!
Ad contributions can be dropped off at 81 Ravina Cres.
(Coffee and baked goods will be for sale there on the day too!)
May 22, 2017
Victoria Day Fireworks
Location: Phin Park
Date: Saturday, May 22nd at 9:15pm
Phin Park will be ablaze with pyrotechnics, the concession stand will be popping and the music playing.
Bring the family out to enjoy the spectacle.
Monetary donations will be collected door to door, at the
park and accepted at 19 or 81 Ravina Crescent.
This night can’t happen without your participation!
Feb 3rd, 2017
Pocket Community Vigil at Madinah Masjid
Friday, February 3rd 2017 @ 7:45pm
Residents in the Danforth-Donlands area invite you to a candlelight walk this Friday night, encircling the mosque – the Madinah Masjid – to honour the victims of the horrific mass shooting in Quebec. Demonstrate your support for and solidarity with the mosque and its community. Stand together in our mutual call for peace and unity, and against intolerance and bigotry.
Please meet up at 7:45 pm in front of the mosque at 1015 Danforth Avenue for a prayer and welcoming remarks. Bring your candles for a walk around the block to encircle the mosque with an outpouring of community support.
All welcome!
Questions – contact Susan at speaking@web.ca or Rob at kaufmannard@gmail.com
#EastEndLove #LoveisbetterthanAnger
The PCA took a condolence note to the Mosque on Monday afternoon to convey the community’s support. Please see a copy of the note here.
