420
4/20 is right around the corner. Dispensaries and smoke shops can be found in South Park to obtain the essentials for celebrating the holiday of cannabis culture.
April 20th, also known as 4/20 or 420, refers to the day dedicated to marijuana. Originating in the 1970s, in Marin County, California, a group of friends at San Rafael High School had a tradition to gather and smoke marijuana at 4:20pm. Their code was “420”. Later, one of the brothers of the friends helped him get work with Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh. The band is said to have helped popularize the term “420.” Then in 1990, a group of fans handed out flyers at a concert that invited people to smoke “420” on April 20 at 4:20 p.m. One ended up with Steve Bloom, a former reporter for High Times magazine. The magazine printed the flyer in 1991 and continued to reference the number. Soon, it became known worldwide as code for marijuana and April 20th as a holiday to the green community.
First stop: the necessities. Green Qween provides cannabis for the community. Their flower menu includes chill mode Indicas to brain sparking Sativas and hybrids that don’t choose sides and meet in the middle. Additionally, they are stocked with vape pens and concentrates like wax, shatter, live resin, and other powerhouse extracts. Want to skip the smoke? They have a variety of edibles including gummies, cookies, and drinks all crafted for micro and macro doses. Cannabidiol (CBD) oil can be found in their inventory as well in the form of tinctures, balms, and capsules to calm the chaos while soothing the body. If you need help figuring out what works for your body, lifestyle, and goals, their budtenders are connoisseurs who are there to guide you. The store will be offering special deals for the special day. The address is 1051 S. Broadway.
Second stop: the accessories. Smoke World supplies paraphernalia for the recent Green Qween purchase. Their most popular sales are rolling products. For joints (weed rolled in paper), RAW is their bestselling brand. Their products are made with unbleached natural fibers and come in a variety like cones and tips. For blunts (weed rolled in tobacco leaf), Loose Leaf brand takes the lead. Backwoods is also a popular option. Their other inventory includes grinders, bongs, ash trays, and a whole snack section dedicated to the munchies. Owned by two brothers, Aryan and Pranam, they value their customers and their needs. If there is a special product request, they will make their best effort to get it stocked in the store. They also have a rewards program andhave extended their hours to being open 24 hours a day on Thursdays through Sundays. The address is 1113 S. Hope St.
After your trip to these local shops is complete, you will be equipped with what you need for a lit day of celebration. Have a happy and high 4/20!
By: Gena Toretti