On December 1st 2020, SF Board of Supervisors will vote to ban cannabis smoking & vaping in apartments and condos.
This policy is classist and neglects Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion frameworks. 
Please help spread the word to preserve the right to consume and consume safely. Share this post in your stories and send to all your weed smoking friends and family in apartments and condos.
Because the Board of Supervisors President Norman Yee waived the 30 day review period on this ordinance we were not given enough time for public discourse and public comment, we are requesting that the SF Board of Supervisors amend this ordinance to exclude cannabis and to send the ordinance to committee. 
Contact your supervisor and tell them that you do not support the at-home smoking and vaping ban today! Not sure who your supervisor is or how to contact them? Find out here: https://sfplanninggis.org/sffind

#420athome #oppose201265 #NoSFSmokingBan 

November 2020 will be one of the most anxious months, in one of the most angst-ridden years, in recent memory. It began with a highly-charged U.S. presidential election. Meanwhile, health experts are already warning about a possible COVID-19 spike. And though Thanksgiving is known for large gatherings of friends and family, this year’s celebration will be scaled down and socially distanced. 
For such a stress-filled month this year, it's only appropriate that we celebrate anything that gives us a little relief.
For the first time, the third Thursday in November—Nov. 19—will be designated as National Cannabis Gummie Day, a red-letter occasion to give particular attention and thanks to an increasingly popular form of cannabis consumption.
A playful and amusing calendar designation? Absolutely. But it is also a recognition of why this form of consumption is so popular now, and why analysts project gummies' popularity to expand even more given current consumer trends and possible product innovations.



Why gummies, why now?Today, cannabis gummies are part of the booming infused-edibles space, which is expected to see legal retail sales exceed an astounding $21.5 billion in the next five years. The global CBD gummie market size alone is forecast to post a CAGR of 31.9 percent by 2025. The North American market is the largest one for cannabis edibles overall, and forecasters predict it to remain that way in the future.
According to BSDA, cannabis gummies command 84 percent of the cannabis candy market—the largest category by far within today’s edibles space, including baked goods, beverages, chocolate treats, and even lozenges. More consumers choose gummies as their preferred way to consume cannabis in light of different health issues every year. The consumption of cannabis gummies today has become particularly robust, given how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed so much of daily life, including cannabis use.
Reasons for gummies' popularityThe growing popularity of cannabis gummies is easy to understand when you look at just a few of the key reasons consumers use them.
They're small in size; big in results. Cannabis gummies fit in your hand or pocket as easily as they do in purses or backpacks, making them convenient to carry practically anywhere and discreet to consume. And because manufacturers make cannabis gummies in such precise dosages, they can deliver more consistent results and make it easier for consumers who may not be experienced in smoking cannabis. Plus, they have far less sugar than other edible forms, such as baked goods and chocolate.



They don’t harm the lungs. Unlike smoking and vaping, consuming cannabis gummies doesn't present a health risk to the lungs because they utilize the digestive system. This is an especially important aspect of their use in the wake of last year’s deadly vaping pandemic and today’s current COVID-19 respiratory concerns.
Versatile products with versatile effects If consumers want strong, long-lasting effects, there’s a traditional cannabis gummie for that. If they’re looking for a more fast-acting gummie with a quick onset and offset more akin to inhalation methods, there’s a gummie for that, too. And there are a multitude of new ratio gummies for consumers looking to fine-tune the ways they might address specific health issues in their lives as they turn to CBD for pain relief, help with sleep, or efforts to reduce anxiety. And all of this comes at a time when the popularity of cannabis gummies is driving new flavors and ingredients to market, presenting an ever-widening array of healthy consumption options, many consist of all-natural, vegan, and gluten-free ingredients.
It was against this backdrop that we at Wana Brands and Three Wells decided to create a holiday dedicated to gummies - the most popular cannabis edible.
And though no one really foresees a day when a holiday for fruit-flavored cannabis gummies will rival the popularity of one that includes a finely roasted turkey and all the servings, there’s still reason to think the importance of the new National Cannabis Gummie Day might grow as more Americans turn to these edibles for a host of reasons.
How cannabis gummies will continue to evolveThere's little reason to think the current upward consumer trends on cannabis gummies will change, especially as U.S. legalization of adult-use and medical cannabis will inevitably expand to more states and markets. That market expansion could bring innovative changes to cannabis gummies soon. Many of those changes might come from production advances gained by new scientific and technical applications. For example:
Minor cannabinoids Researchers are experimenting in earnest with many cannabinoids, other than THC and CBD. Already, many of these compounds show potential for benefits ranging from addressing bacterial infections (CBN, cannabinol); cancers and glaucoma (CBG, cannabigerol); osteoarthritis and neurological diseases (CBD, cannabichromene); seizures and nausea (CBD-V, cannabidivarin); and Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, PTSD and anxiety (THC-V, tetrahydrocannabivarin). As we learn more about these cannabinoids, expect to see them utilized by many consumption forms, including edible gummies.



Nutraceuticals are already popular additions to many different kinds of cannabis gummies, particularly CBD-focused. Even before the current pandemic and its health considerations, these health supplements were gaining in popularity, and their use in cannabis gummies of any kind probably will advance along with research – as well as the duration of the ongoing global health crisis presented by COVID-19.
Flavor varieties will undoubtedly grow as cannabis makers explore new technologies and cooking methodologies. Right now, most cannabis gummies are marked by bold fruit flavors, which are perfect for masking much of the unpleasant taste that can come from the cannabis plant. New production advances, though, could change that and bring entirely new flavor alternatives.
Aside from these scientific innovations and other R & D already being conducted today, tomorrow's cannabis gummies will also be affected by the trends we see in place today.
Consumers are learning more about ratios. This will make a difference for cannabis users in the future, especially those who turn to edibles such as gummies for help with specific health issues or as part of medical-program protocols. 
Researchers are focusing more on terpenes and how they can be uniquely responsible for the positive health outcomes and effects associated with the entourage effect of cannabis use.
Consumers want a range of onset options because of the versatility of cannabis gummies. Many of the biggest fans of cannabis gummies use them because of the robust, long-lasting 11-hydroxy-THC effects offered by traditional gummies. Others, though, want to consume cannabis gummies that will provide faster onset and offset times and more similar in effect to what delta-9-THC provides through smoking or vaping.
COVID-19 has changed many aspects of cannabis consumption, and gummies offer an adaptability to the New Normal that other forms of consumption do not. More people are working from home because of the pandemic, and a great many cannabis users today are avoiding the kinds of social gatherings where they may have smoked or vaped before. Regardless, cannabis gummies provide consumers with an enjoyable experience that is discreet as it is reliable.

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​Outside Lands is proud to present Inside Lands, a free virtual festival featuring two days of music and never before seen footage to celebrate the past 12 years of our festival’s history and everything we love about the Bay Area.


On August 28 & 29 at 4pm PT, tune in for iconic archival sets, exclusive live performances, interviews with artists, plus features with the festival curators, small businesses and community that make Outside Lands truly one of a kind.

It will be exclusively on Twitch.

Follow the twitch.tv/sfoutsidelands channel for updates on all things Inside Lands. See you inside!

Stop by our cannabis dispensary to pick up some goods for the concert!

When browsing cannabis strains, you may notice strains are commonly broken up into three distinct groups: indica, sativa, and hybrid.

Most consumers have used two of these three cannabis types (indica and sativa) as a standard for predicting effects.

• Indica strains are believed to be physically sedating, which make them perfect for relaxing with a movie or as a nightcap before bed.
• Sativa strains are said to provide invigorating, uplifting cerebral effects that pair well with physical activity, social gatherings, and creative projects.
• Hybrid strains are thought to fall somewhere in between, offering a balance of indica and sativa effects.

To find a strain that will provide the desired effect, your best bet is to understand which chemical ingredients make up that strain. 

When you use the chemical ingredients of a strain to guide your purchasing decision, you’re more likely to find the types of strains that agree with your body. 

To help, Leafly has put together a cannabis purchasing guide which you can download here:

CLICK HERE

And our friendly budtenders at our San Francisco Cannabis Dispensary are here to help you find exactly what you're looking for! Come by the shop!  We're open!

Have you ever left your THC gummies in a hot car or in the sun only to come back and find them melted together and impossible to dose?

It's the worst!!

Gummies start to melt at 90 degrees F and are very sensitive to extreme heat.  So, it's important to keep them cool, preferably refrigerated.

But what if you want to take your gummies with you?

Enter the TERP CHILLER.  

The Term Chiller is a convenient case made to keep your edibles, concentrates and terps cold.

This helps preserve them and make them easier to handle, making less of a sticky mess!

It comes with a cooling pack and is completely insulated, ensuring chilled terps every time!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

You can order stuff for your terp chiller on our San Francisco Dispensary Menu

Dear Medical Cannabis Dispensaries:

We hope that you and your loved ones continue to be resilient and healthy.  As of May 17, 2020, the “Shelter in Place” Order is in effect until it is extended, rescinded, superseded, or amended in writing by the Health Officer.  Thank you in advance for continuing to observe the Order.  The Office of Cannabis (OOC) continues to operate under reduced capacity with some staff working remotely and some staff being summoned to serve as Disaster Service Workers.  For our most recent newsletter, click here; to receive ongoing updates, sign-up here.

Updates below:

• Orders and a Directive of the Health Officer
  • Order No. C19-07d (most recent Order) provides guidance to businesses broadly including Social Distancing Protocols.
  • Order No. C19-08b provides cannabis-specific guidance including the encouragement of delivery.
  • Directive No. 2020-06 discusses best practices for conducting deliveries such as social distancing and sanitation measures.
  • Prior targeted guidance can be found here and here. 

• Free COVID-19 Testing for Essential Workers
  • As a reminder, essential workers serving the San Francisco community can get tested at any time and at no cost. 
  • Navigate here to schedule a test.

• Cannabis-Specific State Resources
  • As of May 14, 2020, the three state cannabis licensing authorities announced that businesses with state commercial cannabis licenses expiring between then and the end of June 30, 2020 may request 60-day deferrals of their license fee payment.  Licensees must submit a written request for regulatory relief to be considered for a license fee deferral, steps include:
    1. Submit a complete renewal application to the Bureau.
    2. Complete the Bureau Notification and Request Form (Form 27), Section A, and note the details of your specific request in the comments section.
    3. Email your completed Bureau Notification and Request Form to BCC@dca.ca.gov. This request must be submitted by an owner of the business, who is currently listed on the license record.
  • As discussed in the OOC’s recent webinar with Treasurer Ma, the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) is offering immediate interest-free payment plans for qualifying small businesses. 
    • Press Release
    • CDTFA Offices
  • As of May 19, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order N-65-20.  Of particular relevance, item #5 discusses that medical marijuana identification cards “that would otherwise have expired between March 4, 2020 and any day within 60 days from the date of this Order shall remain valid [until July 18, 2020].”  Please feel free to circulate this recent development to those who may benefit from this extension.

• San Francisco Planning Department
  • The Planning Department is open for business during the “Shelter in Place” Order. Most of the Planning staff are working from home and available by e-mail. Planning’s Public Portal, where you can file new applications, and the Property Information Map are available 24/7. The Planning and Historic Preservation Commissions are convening remotely and the public is encouraged to participate.
  • The Planning Department recently updated their Guide to Cannabis Permitting.  This is a thoughtful and informative resource which many of our Applicants will enjoy.  To obtain this resource navigate here and select “General Planning Information Handout.”

The City’s response to COVID-19 is ongoing and the OOC will continue to stay in touch with its stakeholders.  Please direct your inquires to officeofcannabis@sfgov.org.

Sincerely,

San Francisco Office of Cannabis

If progress continues on reducing the spread of COVID-19, the City anticipates allowing some businesses to do storefront pickup as soon as Monday, May 18thSan Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed and the Director of Health Dr. Grant Colfax today announced that San Francisco plans to allow some businesses to resume operating, with modifications. As long San Francisco continues making progress on reducing the spread of COVID-19, the City anticipates allowing some businesses to resume operations with storefront pickup as soon as Monday, May 18th. Retailers such as bookstores, florists, and music stores will be the first stores allowed to operate storefront pickup. This follows today’s announcement by Governor Newsom regarding modified statewide guidelines that allow certain retailers to begin curbside pickup as soon as tomorrow, May 8th.
San Francisco will issue details on this phased business reopening next week. Key requirements of the current Health Order remain in place, including requirements to stay home except for essential needs and certain permitted activities, including outdoor businesses and activities. Additionally, San Franciscans must continue to follow social distance requirements and wear face coverings when waiting in line for pickup or inside of businesses.
“We have been hard at work to find ways to reopen more businesses and activities safely and responsibly,” said Mayor Breed. “Giving businesses the option to reopen and provide storefront pickup will provide some relief for everyone in our city—allowing some people to get back to work, while still protecting public health. The last thing we want is to see a spike in the number of cases or hospitalizations, so we’re going to be keeping close track of our key COVID-19 indicators and will be ready to make any adjustment needed to keep our community healthy.”
“San Franciscans have done a tremendous job to flatten the curve and protect community health,” said Dr. Colfax. “We will continue to study the indicators that tell us how the coronavirus is affecting our communities and amend the health orders as warranted in the best interest of community health. We share the urgency to reopen and restore our economies and our normal activities, and the equal importance of doing so in a way that is safe, responsible and does not erode the progress we have made together.”
“Our residents and businesses have made tremendous sacrifices for the greater health and safety of our community,” said Joaquín Torres, Director of the Office of Economic and Workforce Development. “As we reopen, the focus has to be on doing so smartly. We’re all anxious to get back to work and restart our economy, but the right way to do this for now is in phases. We can’t jeopardize all the sacrifices and progress San Francisco has made by rushing in too far, too fast. We want to reopen, and stay open.”
The categories of businesses that would be eligible to operate storefront pickup were determined in collaboration with business leaders, and based on state and local public health guidance and may be expanded over the coming weeks as conditions allow. This announcement builds on the April 29th extension of the Stay Home Order, which allows additional businesses, including construction and outdoor businesses, to resume safely, with health and safety precautions in place.
As long as San Francisco continues making progress on reducing the spread of COVID-19, consistent with the amended State Order, the first round of businesses that will be allowed to operate with storefront pickup as soon as May 18th include:

• Bookstores,
• Florists,
• Music and record stores,
• Hobby, toy, and game stores,
• Home furnishings and home goods,
• Cosmetics and beauty supply,
• Arts supplies stores,
• Musical instrument and supplies stores,
• Sewing, needlework, and piece goods stores.

The Department of Public Health (DPH) will be developing guidelines for businesses that are consistent with the statewide guidelines. The San Francisco Health Officer will continually review whether modifications to the Order are justified and will adjust the Order as needed.
The Office of Economic and Workforce Development will be working closely with DPH and the Economic Recovery Task Force to develop best practices for facilitating safe pickups at these businesses. As guidelines become available, the City will post the information on the SF.gov website in addition to partnering with business stakeholders to distribute in multiple languages. Businesses will also be able to call 3-1-1 or the Small Business hotline at 415-554-6134 for more information.
The coronavirus pandemic is still ongoing. San Francisco communities will be dealing with it for a long time to come. The City expects outbreaks to continue, especially among vulnerable populations. That is why the City is building strong systems to protect our communities into the future. DPH will continue to watch the indicators with regard to sufficient testing, contact tracing and personal protective equipment. DPH will monitor new cases, hospitalizations and the health care system’s capacity to handle a surge of patients. The City will continue to work with community and business leaders to accomplish careful, measured progress and move forward to further reopening.
“Providing the option for curbside and storefront pick-up is a great and responsible step to re-opening our local economy and supporting our neighborhood businesses,” said Rodney Fong, President and CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce. “These new guidelines will keep our merchant corridors active, while also establishing important public health protocols to keep our residents safe. The entire San Francisco business community appreciates Mayor London Breed’s leadership and thoughtfulness throughout this crisis.”