420 Events from LA to NYC

Plus, a few of my favorite things

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there normalizing parents who consume cannabis. I’m not a mom to human children, just a chicken and cat momma, and I think you’re all superheroes. Follow a few of my favorite canna moms for great content and advice: Shonitria @BluntBlowinMama, Tammy @theCannabisCutie, Amber @fromcarpools2cocktails, Sandie @raging_asian_cannamom, Wulan @wulanrussell, Kim @thehemphousewife, and Rachel @smokesipsavor. 

My parent friends who consume cannabis have said that it helps them be more patient, have more fun, and play with their kids. I find this to be true in the other direction too. Consuming cannabis helps me be more patient with my parents and unfold a more open and honest relationship. As we navigate this new modern world of cannabis, teaching our kids and parents about responsible cannabis use is key to changing opinions and undoing the harmful stigmas from the war on drugs. 

Surprise Giveaway! I’m giving away my Tulip lockable stash box, plus goodies from my stash. Since I don’t have anyone to keep out of my stash, I thought someone else might enjoy this more than me. If you’re a subscriber and receiving this newsletter, you’re automatically entered to win. One lucky person will be chosen at random and notified via email Sunday night. 

Vol. 22 // In This Issue: 

• 420 Events

• Favorite Things from LA to NYC

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ICYMI

A new episode of the Fruit + Flower podcast was released last week. Listen to the the Weed Coffee episode on Substack, Apple, and Spotify. This catchy song was too perfect and I made this video about tips for how to come down when you’re too high. I was a guest on The Dime podcast with hosts Bryan and Kellan talking about cooking with cannabis at home and accurate dosing. Apologies in advance for the shouting, I am very passionate about accurate dosing. I wrote my first article “Drink Your Weed” for High Times about the importance of cannabis consumption lounges as a third place and Oakland’s first woman-owned social equity cannabis bar and lounge, Rose Mary Jane. 

420 Events

A roundup of cannabis events with good vibes that caught my attention this month. 

• May - The Studio Lounge | Artist Tree (West Hollywood)

• 5/15 - One-Year Anniversary Party, with a guest appearance by Woody Harrelson, craft cannabis, vegan snacks and champagne | theWoods (West Hollywood)

• 5/19 - Dolo Opening Art Show | Rose Mary Jane (Oakland)

• 5/21 - Little City Farm Experience, an urban outdoor pop-up infused dining experience  | Cannabis Supper Club (Los Angeles) Save 20% with code ROYAL.

• 5/20 - The Infused Experience China Latino edition, a home infusion class with and four-course infused dinner with chef Manny, plus live comedy | Farechild (New York City)

• 5/21 - Farm to Table, a culinary cannabis farmer’s market | Puffdao (Los Angeles)

• 5/27 - Four 2 Zero Food Fest & Market, an elevated shopping experience | Babinka Treats (Los Angeles)

• 5/28 - Infused Wellness Brunch celebrating and elevating motherhood and entrepreneurship | Down the Rabbit Hole (Los Angeles)

• 5/31 - Canna Burlesque, an elevated burlesque show at a members-only social club  | HighGarden (New York City) 

• 6/3 to 6/4 - California Psychedelics Conference, bringing together the best in the psychedelic movement | Oakland Hyphae (Los Angeles)

• 6/10 - Hummus & Hashish, a celebration of hash culture and middle eastern food and live music | Grassfed LA (Los Angeles)

• 6/14 - Magu Magic, a salon + conversation about Magu, the ancient Cannabis Goddess of Longevity | Mogu Magu (Los Angeles)

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A Few of My Favorite Things This Month

Sessions Glow Bong

My favorite bong maker Sessions released a Glow in Dark collection and I am obsessed. The way the glass is designed is comfortable to hold, easy to clean, and a joy to smoke out of. I recently met founder Esther Lenoir at an event, which only made me love Sessions even more. It’s also a woman-founded and led company!

photo courtesy of Sessions Goods

Trippy Mushroom Bong

I’ve been enjoying this adorable piece from Hemper Co. all week that makes me feel like I’m seshing with forest spirits in a Miyazaki movie. 

photo courtesy of Hemper Co.

Vintage Ikea PS 2014 side table

Spotted someone selling the same stash table I have on FB Marketplace for $225! For sale in West Hollywood, California. Go get it.

Mushroom Mug

Since ya’ll are asking, this cute mushroom mug in my Weed Coffee episode promo is from World Market. There’s a whole collection of mushroom themed everything including a soup tureen, soup crocks, tea rests, cookie jar, sponges, and coasters. Mushroom madness!  

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That’s it for this post. Short and sweet, gotta run and go bring flowers to my momma! 

XOXO, Christina W.