Missed it? View recording of the first “DECA Discussions: Anti- Racism in Danforth East”

Thank you to those who joined us on Monday July 27 for our first in a series of DECA Discussions – Anti-Racism in Danforth East.

A special thanks to our moderator Lanrick Bennett Jr and our featured speakers Dr. Notisha Massaquoi and Cheryll Case.

Thank you also to Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Rima Berns-McGown, Councillor Brad Bradford and Trustee Michelle Aarts for joining and listening.

Please join us on the last Monday of each month as we continue our DECA Discussions.

WATCH THIS MONTH’S DISCUSSION HERE

What’s NEW at the Market this week? Maple Syrup and Peaches!

Orders are now open for this Thursday, July 30th’s East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market deliveries.

Check out what our vendors are offering online this week:
 
 
Pure, certified organic, Ontario  Maple Syrup – 3 bottle sizes
 
 
 
Cinnamon Rolls, Donuts Holes, Corn Biscuits, Fruit Danishes, Vegetable Danishes, Fruit Turnovers and Vegan Donuts.
 
 
 
Sweet Corn, New Potatoes (Red, White and Yellow flesh), Raspberries, Yellow Wax Beans and Zucchini
 
AND 
 
Farm Fresh Veggie Boxes – 2 sizes (for families of 1-2 or 2-4) This week’s boxes contain Sweet Corn, New Potatoes, Yellow/Green Beans and Zucchini. (Items may vary due to crop availability) 
 
 
 
Peaches, Golden Plums, Cherries, Strawberries, Fingerling Potatoes, Garlic Scapes, Butter Tarts, Muffins, Apple Cider, Homemade Jam, Fruit Scones, Tarts and Pies
 
 
 
Assortments of Goat, Cow and Buffalo Cheeses
 
 
 
Pea, Radish and Sunflower Shoots
 

Online orders can be placed Friday noon through Tuesday noon on Open Food Network . All orders are delivered Thursday by Danforth East Community Association – DECA volunteers. Proceeds from the “Pay What You Can” delivery and Masks Sales go to help seniors in need through The Neighbourhood Group and to DECA.


A HUGE thank you to our team of amazing volunteers who have made the first 6 weeks of the new virtual market a success. Each Thursday we have a team of folks who unload farm produce, sort the orders into deliver quadrants and then deliver over 100 orders each week! As we grow each week, we need more help! If you can help for a few hours on a Thursday, please check out our market volunteer SIGN UP SITE

Questions about how to place online market orders and pay what you can delivery? We made a VIDEO:

Still have questions? You can also email us at market@deca.to

DECA Discussions – Anti-Racism in Danforth East – July 27, 7 to 9 p.m.

Are you interested in building an actively anti-racist neighbourhood in Danforth East?

Join DECA on Monday, July 27th for the first of its monthly “DECA Discussions” focusing on anti-racism in Danforth East.  You can sign up hereregistration is required to attend. You will be sent a Zoom invite closer to the date of the event.

The focus of the first meeting will be to try to understand issues affecting the experience of racialized members of our community.  DECA is pleased to announce the following two featured speakers:

Cheryll Case
  • CHERYLL CASE  Cheryll is the founding principal of CP Planning, a groundbreaking urban planning firm that digs deep into addressing the urban conditions that affect access to housing, work and play. 
Notisha Massaquoi
  • NOTISHA MASSAQUOI  Notisha has been an enthusiastic advocate for advancements in women’s healthcare globally for more than three decades.  Notisha recently retired as the Executive Director of Women’s Health in Women’s Hands Community Health Centre – the only Community Health Centre in North America, which provides specialized primary healthcare for Black and racialized women.  More information about Notisha can be found here

Several members of government will also be in attendance and available to answer questions:

  • Brad Bradford, Toronto City Councillor
  • Rima Berns-McGown, MPP
  • Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, MP
  • Michelle Aarts, TDSB Trustee

Moderator: Lanrick Bennet Jr., Danforth East neighbour and Managing Director at 8-80 Cities.

Why is DECA hosting these monthly meetings?

  • to allow members of our community to listen, learn and come together to actively build an actively anti-racist neighbourhood.  
  • to encourage respectful and open discussion during these meetings
  • to invite you to join us as we work to make real changes in our community.
  • to continue our mission to build a stronger, more vibrant, safe and walkable community for everyone.

Questions for members of government, our guest speakers, or DECA? Submit in advance to info@deca.to or at time of meeting in the Zoom Chat

What’s NEW at the Market this Week? Veggie Boxes!

Orders are now open for this Thursday, July 23rd’s East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market deliveries.
 
Check out what our vendors are offering online this week:
 
 
Cinnamon Rolls, Cheese Biscuits, Donuts Holes (word on the street is – these are THE BEST), Corn Muffins, Fruit Danishes, Fruit Turnovers, Vegan Donuts, Vegetable Danishes
 
(Note: Oy’s Joys orders close Mondays at 12 noon)
 
 
 
Sweet Corn, Beets, New Potatoes (Red, White and Yellow flesh), Raspberries and Zucchini
 
AND new this week:
 
Farm Fresh Veggie Boxes – 2 sizes (for families of 1-2 or 2-4) details online
 
 
 
 
Cherries, Honey Crisp Apples, Fingerling Potatoes, Garlic Scapes, Butter Tarts, Muffins, Apple Cider, Homemade Jam, Fruit Scones, Tarts and Pies
 
 
 
 
Assortments of Goat, Cow and Buffalo Cheeses
 
 
 
Pea, Radish and Sunflower Shoots
 
 
 
(Note: Sun Ray, Godelie/Son in Law, Cedar Hedge and Fifthtown’s orders close Tuesdays at 12 noon)
 

Online orders can be placed Friday noon through Tuesday noon each week. All orders are delivered Thursday by Danforth East Community Association – DECA volunteers. Proceeds from the “Pay What You Can” delivery and Masks Sales go to help seniors in need through The Neighbourhood Group and to DECA.

A HUGE thank you to our team of amazing volunteers who have made the first 5 weeks of the new virtual market a success. Each Thursday we have a team of folks who unload farm produce, sort the orders into deliver quadrants and then deliver over 100 orders each week! As we grow each week, we need more help! If you can help for a few hours on a Thursday, please check out our market volunteer SIGN UP SITE

Questions about how to place online market orders and pay what you can delivery? We made a VIDEO:

Still have questions? You can also email us at market@deca.to

What’s the plan for East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market?

With the reopening of some other in-person farmers’ markets in the city, many are asking about East Lynn Farmers’ Market’s plans.

For the moment, Farmers Market Ontario, who manage the market and Danforth East Community Association – DECA volunteers are opting to continue with the online ordering and delivery model for now. An “in the park” market would require a significant financial commitment to uphold current health regulations required to keep farmers and customers safe.

Although we are all missing the physical market, we are pleased to be able to continue to make the market food more accessible during this time of social distancing.

Weekly order sorting by our amazing volunteers!

We fully hope to return to the park for the 2021 Market Season. Online orders can be placed Friday noon through Tuesday noon each week. All orders are delivered Thursday by Danforth East Community Association – DECA volunteers. Proceeds from the “pay what you can” delivery and masks sales go to help seniors in need through The Neighbourhood Group and to DECA.

A HUGE thank you to our team of amazing volunteers who have made the first 4 weeks of the new virtual market a success. Each Thursday we have a team of folks who unload farm produce, sort the orders into deliver quadrants and then deliver over 120 orders each week! As we grow each week, we need more help! If you can help for a few hours on a Thursday, please check out our market volunteer SIGN UP SITE

Questions about how to place online market orders and pay what you can delivery? We made a VIDEO:

Precision packed trunk!
Committed drivers
Fantastic team of teens and tweens
Teamwork!
Market manager extraordinaire