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The Pocket — Denver's Neighborhood Newsletter for Montclair and Mayfair
Every Neighborhood Has a Rhythm. Welcome to The Pocket.
Why The Pocket?
"Wait...are we technically Montclair?" "Well...kind of" "Or are we Mayfair?" "Sort of"
We're the little in-between pocket of Denver that's hard to define but easy to love. Tree-lined streets. Diverse homes. Great Neighbors. Hidden Gems. A little quirky, a little evolving, and quietly one of the best places in the city to call home!
So Around Here, We Simply Call It What It Is...
THE POCKET.
Did you know?
Founded in 1885 by Baron Walter von Richtofen (yes, uncle of the Red Baron!). Montclair was designed as an upscale alternative to Denver — it was its own independent town! After WWII, the western portion became Mayfair, named after the shopping center that became the heart of the area.
A little history. A lot of Heart! That's THE POCKET.
Pocket Picks
CLARK'S MARKET
A little upscale. A little neighborhood. Exactly right.
CHOP SHOP
Chef-driven comfort food, crafted daily in Denver.
DENVER BEER CO.
Sunny patio. Good people. Great beer.
🍻 Mention The Pocket — Buy One Get One Beer!
LOGAN HOUSE COFFEE CO.
Neighborhood coffee + community vibes.
THE LOWRY BEER GARDEN
One of the best patios around.
MTN HIGH SIGN + DESIGN LLC
Custom signs and design for your business.
Call or Text us at 866-642-2855
NORTH COUNTY
Tacos + margaritas done right.
RISING PHOENIX AND SOILED DOVE
SCISSORS & SCOTCH
A damn fine haircut and a drink to go with it.
✂️ Mention The Pocket — Receive 10% Off!
TORCHY'S TACOS
Damn good tacos. Every time.
🌮 Mention The Pocket — Free Chips & Salsa!
WALTER'S 303
Neighborhood pizza staple.
✂️ Mention The Pocket in-store — Receive 10% Off! Online & phone orders use code POCKET10.
Clutch's Corner
Hey, two-leggers (I call it like I see it)!
Squirrels are plotting with AI to take over! You already know how we wolves feel about cats!
Pocket Happenings
What's going on this month.
DPL BOOKMOBILE — EVERY MONDAY
Schlessman Family Branch Library closed for renovation
While the Schlessman Family Branch Library remains closed for renovation, the Denver Public Library Bookmobile will be at scheduled stops every Monday to ensure the community continues to have access to library services.
Check schedule at denverlibrary.org/southeast →DPS ENROLLMENT BOUNDARIES CHANGING FOR 2027–28
Community meetings through Sept 24 · School board vote Oct 26
Denver Public Schools is redrawing enrollment boundaries and zones for the first time since the 1990s. If your child already has a seat, they keep it — but boundaries and zones will shift. Community meetings are happening now. The superintendent presents to the school board on October 26.
See meeting dates on the Community page →Stay in the Loop
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About the Founders
Denise Archuleta
Longtime Resident · Community Lover · Connector · And LOCAL REALTOR® who believes our little pocket deserves a name and a place to come together.
Rich Archuleta
Native Coloradan · Forever a Denver Lover · Long Time Resident of The Pocket
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What is The Pocket Denver?
The Pocket is a hyperlocal neighborhood newsletter serving the Montclair and Mayfair neighborhoods of Denver, Colorado (zip code 80220). It connects residents with local businesses, community events, and neighborhood news — the kind of thing you only learn by actually living here.
What neighborhoods does The Pocket cover?
The Pocket covers Montclair and Mayfair — the in-between stretch of Denver that doesn't always show up on the map but is very much a real place. The primary zip code is 80220, east of Colorado Blvd and south of Colfax.
How do I subscribe?
Subscribing is free. Enter your email in the "Stay in the Loop" section above and future editions will arrive directly in your inbox.
Who founded The Pocket?
The Pocket was founded by Denise and Rich Archuleta, longtime residents of the Montclair and Mayfair neighborhoods. Denise is a Denver-area real estate agent; Rich is a native Coloradan and longtime Denver lover.
Is The Pocket free?
Yes — completely free to read and subscribe. The newsletter is supported by local Pocket Partners who believe in the neighborhood.