The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

April is a special time for the community. For thousands of people, marijuana can be an aid for patients’ aliments or conditions. Our goal at The Apothecarium is to help patients find relief on their terms. In the latest edition of our retail magazine, we answer some common questions asked by patients, THC-infused cooking recipes with distillate, product and accessory recommendations, and talk about why the number 420 has meaning to the marijuana 420community and its origins. Historical Moments in Medical Marijuana

1936 Reefer Madness is Released

Reefer Madness is a 1936 film that is considered one of the most anti- films to be made. The film revokes around a group of students where after they try cannabis once, their lives begin a spiral downward. Along with Reefer Madness, other anti-cannabis campaigns came out during the 30s that spread misinformation about cannabis.

The full movie can be seen on YouTube.

Weedmaps.com : “‘Reefer Madness’ is Still Dumb, Somehow Cool, and Remains Important, Even Generations Later” 1971 The Origins of 420

The number 420 is synonymous with the medical When somebody passes a or something, marijuana community. But to some people, the origins ‘Hey, 420.’ So, it started spreading through that of 420 are quite cloudy. Some believe it’s the police community,” said Steve in the same interview with code for marijuana smoking (not true). Or it’s the HuffPost. number of chemical compounds in marijuana (also not true). To truly understand the origins of 420, you A culmination of 420 then occurred years later during must go back to San Rafael High School in California the week of Christmas in 1990. Steven Bloom, a in the fall of 1971. reporter for at the time, was wondering in a parking lot when a Deadhead handed him a There was a group of five high school friends who flyer saying, “We are going to meet at 4:20 on 4/20 called themselves The Waldos. According to some for 420-ing in Marin County at the Bolinas Ridge of the members, they got hold of a hand-drawn map sunset spot on Mt. Tamalpais.” Bloom later directly that, supposedly, would lead them to a marijuana quotes the flyer for a feature in High Times, which plant that a Coast Guard member was watching. inaccurately claims 420 started as the police code for Determined to find the plant, the Waldos, who were all marijuana smoking. athletes, decided to meet at the Louis Pasteur statue after practice at 4:20 pm to start the hunt. In 1997, the Waldos reached out to High Times to provide their side of the story and show evidence of “We would remind each other in the hallways we were how they originated the phrase. “No one’s ever been supposed to meet up at 4:20. It originally started out able to come up with any use of 420 that predates 4:20-Louis and we eventually dropped the Louis,” said the 1971 usage, which they had established. So unless by Steve Capper, one of the members of the Waldos somebody can come up with something that predates in an interview with the HuffPost. “We’d meet at 4:20 them, then I don’t think anybody’s going to get credit and get in my old ‘66 Chevy Impala and, of course, for it other than them,” said High Times editor Steve we’d smoke instantly and smoke all the way out to Pt. Hager. Reyes and smoke the entire time we were out there. We did it week after week. We never actually found The next time you check the clock and see it’s 420 or the patch.” have a running joke with your group of friends about 420, you can thank The Waldos for creating a staple The question left is how an inside joke between five in the marijuana community. high school kids become a pop culture phenomenon? Snopes.com : “‘The Origins of 420” | Huffpost.com : “420 Meaning: The Grateful Dead of course. One of the Waldos’ The True Story Of How April 20 Became ‘Weed Day’” fathers managed real estate for the band, and one of the Waldos’ brothers was good friends with the Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh. With the Waldos frequently being around The Grateful Dead for parties and rehearsals, “420 phrases” we used. “We’d always be backstage running around or onstage and, of course, were using those phrases. 4 20 A New Era of Ilera Is Coming Soon What’s New?

420 VAPE BLENDS Acapulco Gold is a historic strain with its roots tying back to 1960s. Originating near Acapulco, Mexico, Acapulco Gold is well sought out due to its rarity and its reputation as a premium .

Banana Runtz gives patients a unique tropical experience. The flavor is sweet and fruity on inhale, while also offering tones of pepper. May the 4th Be With You Vape blends coming this May that are out of this world

This new and improved vape has been specially blended to create a balance between A highly impactful vape stimulation and calmness. blend for both body and mind whose origins are shrouded in mystery, just like its namesake. Accessories Highlights & Recommendations

Available In-Store Now! Puffco Plus + Vision Plus

Vape concentrates on the go. The Plus mouthpiece combines a loading tool, splash guard, and carb cap all in one! The dart can be easily extended by pressing down on the silicone top, allowing you to scoop concentrates with ease. Learn more.

PAX 3

The latest PAX vape allows patients to consume both flower and concentrates. Equipped with a dual-use chamber that allows for both flower and concentrate vaporization and Bluetooth connectivity to a highly versatile mobile app, the PAX 3 gives users full control over the temperature. Learn more. April Product Recommendations

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HOPE Spotlight

Our HOPE tinctures were developed as part of a grassroots partnership with Hope Grows for Autism, a family and patient advocacy non-profit. With two specially blended tinctures, HOPE is here to provide a wide variety of relief that is both impactful and customizable. Try a New Form: Concentrates

Concentrates are a form of medical marijuana created by isolating the and terpenes from the cannabis flower. Differing from flower, concentrates have two distinct advantages: - Stronger percentages - Can have stronger effects on patients

There are several types of non-activated concentrates (ie. need to have heat applied) that come in different forms.

Shatter

Shatter is a hard but smooth form of concentrate that resembles close to translucent glass. This allows the concentrate to be broken and rationed easily.

Sugar

Sugar’s consistency is typically achieved when the starting material has some level of moisture present. The result is a granulated texture.

Budder

Budder, or badder, gets its name from its buttery texture and consistency, allowing easier handling and the ability to be spread. Crumble Wax Crumble stays true to its name with its crumbly texture. Wax has a very similar look and consistency of candle wax It is one of the driest concentrates, making it easy and can be more potent than other concentrate forms. break apart and consume.

Diamonds and Crystals Caviar

Diamonds and Crystals have a similar appearance with their Caviar is when a flower bud is rolled in cannabinoid rock, crystal appearance. The main difference between the distillate oil and then rolled again in (the small two is crystals tend to contain a High Terpene Extract (HTE), sticky crystals on flower buds). Caviar is to be broken meaning they maintain more of natural terpenes found in the up and added with additional flower. strain. How can I consume concentrates? Sand There are a variety of products that make consuming Sand, has the name implies, has the consistency of actual concentrates easy such as Puffco Peak/Peak Pro and sand. Sand tends to be sprinkled on flower to add potency. Plus, PAX 3, or Yocan Evolve XL. What’s the best way to preserve my flower once I buy it?

Always keeping your marijuana in a cool, dark place is a best practice. Products such as Boveda packs can help keep your marijuana at the desired relative humidity range. Lastly, storing in a vacuum seal container like a mason jar also is encouraged. Patient FAQ How can I collect more kief? These are some of the more common questions we get from experienced patients: Kief is tiny, sticky crystals that cover a marijuana bud. When collected, kief can be mixed with flower to increase I feel like ?my tolerance is too high. potency. To collect kief, a multi-compartment grinder with a “kief-catcher” is essential. As weed gets ground up, kief will What can I do? start to gather in the kief catcher, located in the bottom compartment at the grinder. To maximize the amount of Tolerance breaks are frequently referenced as a solution kief in your kief catcher, it’s recommended to shake your for people with a high tolerance. But this can be a grinder side to side to help the kief separate from flower. challenge for patients who need to use marijuana daily. Furthermore, adding a penny or a dime to where your In one study, it is suggested that your CB1 Receptors, grounded flower gets stored in the grinder can help collect a major component of the human body that impacts more kief by further shaking the grounded up flower. the effects of marijuana, only take 48 hours to reset. Lastly, keeping your grinder clean and making sure the kief Additionally, different forms of marijuana and higher screen isn’t clogged will ensure you’re getting the most dosage could also aid with a high tolerance. amount of kief possible.

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French Onion Dip

What You’ll Need: Directions: - 1 c. Sour Cream 1. Mix together the sour cream, - 1 tbsp. Dried Chopped Onion dried chopped onion, onion - 1 tsp. Onion Powder powder, garlic powder, salt and - 1 Pinch Garlic Powder parsley. - 1/4 tsp. Salt 2. Add Your Favorite Kind Tree - 1 tbsp. Finely Chopped Parsley, Distillate. Mix thoroughly. or 1 tsp. Dried Parsley 3. Chill for an hour. - Kind Tree Distillate 4. Enjoy!

Cookies of the Month Grandma’s Peanut Butter Cookies

What You’ll Need: Directions: - All-purpose Flour 1. Set oven to 275 degrees or Flour Substitute 2. Whisk flour, baking soda, baking - Baking Powder powder, cornstarch and salt. - Baking Soda - Cornstarch 3. Beat softened butter, brown - Salt sugar, and granulated sugar until - 2 Sticks Butter (softened) mixture appears fluffy. Proceed - Granulated Sugar to add peanut butter until mixed - Brown Sugar evenly. Add the vanilla and eggs. - Peanut Butter Once all combined, mix in the dry - Vanilla Extract ingredients until the mixture is - 2 Eggs smooth. - Kind Tree Distillate 4. Add your favorite Kind Tree distillate! Mix thoroughly. 5. Shape into small round balls, bake for 15-20 minutes Want to learn more about infused edibles dosage? 6. Cool down and enjoy! Click here.