Stay Warm Out There! We’ve Got the Plans When You’re Ready ❄️

If you’re in the Northeast, this week’s weather is no joke. Snow, ice, and freezing temps are rolling through, so first things first — stay warm, stay safe, and don’t push it if you don’t have to.

This week’s newsletter is here for when you’re ready. Whether you’re cozy at home riding out the storm or starting to look ahead once the roads clear, we’ve pulled together a solid mix of upcoming cannabis events worth bookmarking.

No pressure to be everywhere. Just a reminder that the community is still moving, spring is on the horizon, and better weather (and great events) are ahead.

1. Let's Get to the Root of It!: Women's Weed & Wellness Workshop - New York, NY
   A supportive, educational workshop helping women 40+ explore cannabis and plant medicine as tools for navigating peri-menopause and menopause with intention.

2. Galentine's Day the Herbwell Way! - Cambridge, MA
   A bold, Friday-the-13th Galentine’s celebration featuring exclusive deals, killer vibes, and a playful twist on Valentine’s season.

3. UCANNB2B's Networking Happy Hour - Biddeford, ME

   A laid-back cannabis industry mixer focused on real connections, collaboration, and community over craft beer and pub fare.
   

4. Canna Curious - South Glens Falls, NY

   A relaxed, beginner-friendly cannabis event designed to explore, learn, and connect through conversation, education, and community.

High Functioning Podcast

Now Streaming: What Gets Brands Dropped Fast

In this episode of High Functioning, host Jason Reposa sits down with Cam Nero-Clark, Purchasing Manager for Bud's Goods (MA & NJ) and an OCB Pro Figure Bodybuilder.

Cam shares her incredible journey from battling insomnia as a "washed-up athlete" to earning her Pro Card in under a year. She breaks down her disciplined routine, reveals her controversial pre-workout secret (the "Fat Dab"), and explains why she treats food as fuel.

On the industry side, Cam gives us a masterclass in cannabis retail. She compares the emerging New Jersey market to Massachusetts, discusses the impact of testing regulations on supply, and predicts the biggest trends for 2026—including the rise of bulk "Party Packs" and solventless infused pre-rolls.

Whether you're into fitness, cannabis business, or just want to know how a top-tier buyer selects brands for their shelves, this episode is packed with insights.

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Introducing Good Vibes Sugar Bomb Punch Rosin Syrup, the rarest release we’ve ever dropped. Crafted from a single harvest of fresh-frozen Sugar Bomb Punch ice water hash rosin, this solventless, fast-acting syrup is limited to just 200 bottles total— and once they’re gone, that’s it.

This strain-specific rosin syrup uses water-soluble emulsification for a rapid onset and a true full-spectrum experience, delivering clean, precise effects without solvents. Finished with subtle huckleberry and lychee notes that enhance the strain’s candy-fruit terpene profile, it’s built for connoisseurs who care about purity, flavor, and true-to-plant expression.

One batch. One moment. No reruns.

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Monday, Jan 26 @ 6:00p - MONDAZE canna gathering 420 - Schenectady, NY - FREE

A Monday marketplace with vendors, raffles, and a relaxed 420-friendly community vibe. Event details>

Thursday, Jan 29 @ 5:00p - Cali Sober Sips - New York City, NY - FREE

A Dry January social centered on elevated non-alcoholic drinks, low-dose options, and thoughtful conversations — no booze, no pressure, just good vibes. Event details>

Saturday, Jan 31 @ 2:00p - Canna Farmers Market - Schenectady, NY - FREE

A cannabis-friendly indoor market with rotating vendors, food trucks, music, and chill vibes, free entry, and new 420-friendly vendors each weekend. Event details>

Wednesday, Jan 28 @ 7:30p - Let's Get to the Root of It!: Women's Weed & Wellness Workshop - New York, NY - FREE

A supportive, educational workshop helping women 40+ explore cannabis and plant medicine as tools for navigating peri-menopause and menopause with intention. Event details>

Sunday, Feb 1 @ 4:00p - FreeTheGreen IV: Anniversary Edition - New York, NY -  $12.51

A high-energy collision of cannabis culture, competitive gaming, and hip-hop, celebrating one year of FTG with Redman, DJ Lord Sear, and serious NYC energy. Event details>

Sunday, Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22 @ 3:00p - Canna Gathering - Schenectady, NY - FREE

A weekly chill-out session for the local cannabis community featuring relaxed hangs, friendly faces, and good vibes. Event details>

Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 6:00p - Canna Curious - South Glens Falls, NY - FREE

A relaxed, beginner-friendly cannabis event designed to explore, learn, and connect through conversation, education, and community. Event details>

Monday, Feb 9 @ 6:30p - CB2 Cannabis Licensing Committee Meeting - New York, NY - FREE

A public committee meeting covering cannabis licensing updates and discussions impacting Manhattan’s local cannabis landscape. Event details>

Feb 12 @ 3:00p - NYC LEASE February Workshop - New York, NY - FREE

A resource-driven session connecting provisionally approved cannabis licensees with vacant storefront opportunities, leasing support, and key NYC business resources. Event details>

Feb 13 @ 6:00p - Free Art Show in Astoria: Weed Art Week at Cannavita - Queens, NY - FREE

A community-focused art night spotlighting local creatives and cannabis culture through curated visual art in an open, welcoming space. Event details>

Thursday, Feb 19 @ 6:00p - Third Thursday NYC - Cannabis Community Meet Up - New York, NY - FREE

A monthly Lower East Side hang bringing together entrepreneurs, operators, creatives, and advocates for relaxed networking, real conversations, and community connection. Event details>

Monday, Feb 23 @ 1:00p - IN PERSON: Evaluating Cannabis Dispensaries - Brooklyn, NY - FREE

An educational session helping community board members better understand the dispensary application process, with private consultations available. Event details>

Thursday, Jan 29 @ 6:00p - Bong Painting @ Barewolf Brewing! - Amesbury, MA - $44.52

A creative, 21+ paint-and-sip style night where attendees design custom bongs with guided instruction in a brewery setting. Event details>

Saturday, Jan 31 @ 11:00a - Dry January with a TWIST at Herbwell! - Cambridge, MA - FREE

A wellness-forward Dry January celebration focused on mindful alternatives, elevated vibes, and exclusive in-store savings. Event details>

Feb 8 @ 6:30p - Elevate & Create: a Valentines Color Me Dizzy Experience - New Bedford, MA - $35

A guided paint night designed for beginners, blending creativity, lite bites, pop-up vendors, and an elevated, laid-back atmosphere. Event details>

Friday, Feb 13 @ 11:00a - Galentine's Day the Herbwell Way! - Cambridge, MA

A bold, Friday-the-13th Galentine’s celebration featuring exclusive deals, killer vibes, and a playful twist on Valentine’s season. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14 @ 2:00p - Liberty Cannabis x Dry Humor Parings Event - Easthampton, MA - $25

A Valentine’s Day tasting experience pairing premium non-alcoholic wines and fine chocolates, wrapped in live music and relaxed vibes designed for mindful indulgence. Event details>

Wednesday, Jan 28 @ 5:00p - NJC3 Presents: Secure the Bag 2 - Access to Capital - West Orange, NJ - $75

A focused, NJC3-led event designed to help operators, founders, and investors navigate funding, capital strategy, and real growth opportunities in New Jersey’s cannabis market. Event details>

Saturday, Jan 31 @ 7:00p - Atlantic City Cannabis Lounge Meetup With Relationship Bingo and Games - Atlantic City, NJ - $44.52

A cannabis-friendly game night featuring relationship bingo, laughter, and real conversation at SunnyTien’s dispensary lounge. Event details>

Sunday, Feb 15 from 6:00p - Highheauxx Valentines Sesh - Atlantic City, NJ - $30.41

A love-forward 420 sesh featuring goodie bags, smoke challenges, and a chill, welcoming vibe for solo guests and groups alike. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14-15 @ 12:00p - Puff n Paint at XPOCANNA 2026 - Southington, CT - $44.52

A relaxed paint session during XPOCANNA that blends creativity, cannabis culture, and social vibes perfect for first-timers and seasoned artists alike. Event details>

Friday, Feb 20 @ 3:00p - Frost Fest Vendor - Windsor Locks, CT  - $215.26

A two-day cannabis-friendly festival featuring music, comedy, brands, influencers, and a dedicated consumption lounge—built for vendors ready to show up and stand out. Event details>

Thursday, Jan 29 @ 6:00p - UCANNB2B's Networking Happy Hour - Biddeford, ME

A laid-back cannabis industry mixer focused on real connections, collaboration, and community over craft beer and pub fare. Event details>

Thursday, Feb 5 @ 6:30p - Understanding Cannabis with Dr. Riley Kirk - Rutland, VT - FREE

A science-forward conversation on personalizing your cannabis experience, featuring Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Philip Lamy, plus a Q&A celebrating the release of Reefer Wellness. Event details>

Tuesday, Jan 27 @ 8:00a - Lobby Day with The Cannabis Alliance - Olympia, WA - FREE

Join advocates, operators, and supporters for a day of direct legislative engagement. Learn advocacy skills, meet policymakers, and help shape the future of state cannabis reform. Event details>

Friday, Jan 30 @ 10:00a - 2026 4th Annual South Carolina Cannabis Supporters Capitol Rally - Columbia, SC - FREE

A statewide rally calling for medical legalization, decriminalization, and future adult-use reform in South Carolina. Hear speakers, meet advocates, and stand with the community pushing for policy change. Event details>

Jan 31 @ 4:00p - American Autoflower Cup 2026 - Los Angeles, CA - $20

Celebrate the growers and innovators shaping the future of autoflowers at the 4th Annual American Autoflower Cup Awards Ceremony, featuring networking, live entertainment, and industry recognition. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14 @ 11:00a - Canna Gras - St. Louis, MO - $12.50

A 21+ cannabis trade show packed with exhibitors, product deals, food vendors, and music — perfect for discovering new brands and industry connections. Event details>

Mar 14 @ 12:00p - Groove and Gather: The Great Green Gathering Cannbis Festival (5G) - Wellington, OH - $12.51

A full-day cannabis festival featuring live music, artisan vendors, food trucks, and interactive games designed to bring Ohio’s cannabis community together to chill, connect, and celebrate. Event details>

Mar 14 @ 1:00p - The Hemp & Cannabinoids Revolution featuring Dr. Stuart Titus - Carefree, AZ - $10 – $20

A live, expert-led deep dive into the future of hemp and cannabinoids, featuring industry insights, emerging trends, and scientific breakthroughs. Event details>

Apr 17 @ 8:30a - 6th Denver CBD OutLook - Westminster, CO - $530.05

A deep-dive conference on CBD’s next chapter, covering federal scheduling changes, hemp beverages, cannabinoid research, and emerging healthcare access. Event details>

Apr 25 @ 11:00a - Gulf Coast Festival - Biloxi, MS - $12.51

A Mississippi-grown celebration of plant medicine, culture, and community, blending education, advocacy, and good vibes into one must-attend canna weekend for patients, professionals, and supporters alike. Event details>

Feb 12 @ 5:00p - Flower Expo Local: New York City 2026 - New York, NY - $160.69

One-night B2B cannabis meetup connecting brands and buyers. Feb 12, 5–10 PM at The DL NYC. Fast, focused networking and dealmaking. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14-15 @ 10:00a - XPOCANNA: 5th Annual Connecticut Cannabis Expo - Cheshire, CT- $30

Connecticut’s largest cannabis industry expo, bringing MSO leaders, cultivators, and innovators together under one roof. Expect high-level networking, market insights, and a clear pulse on where the regional industry is headed. Event details>

Wednesday, Feb 25 at 9:00a - 2026 Great Lakes Indigenous Cannabis and Hemp Summit - Lac du Flambeau, WI - $55.20

A community-centered summit bringing together tribal nations, operators, and policymakers to explore wellness, economic growth, and the future of Indigenous cannabis and hemp. Event details>

Sat, March 21-22 @ 10:00a - Morgantown Canna Fair - Morgantown, PA - $17.85

Pennsylvania’s largest indoor cannabis festival, featuring 250+ vendors, food trucks, workshops, speakers, and alternative wellness experiences. Event details>

Apr 11 @ 12:00p - Cleveland Canna Convention 2026 - Cleveland, OH - $12.51

A culture-forward cannabis expo spotlighting solventless rosin, terpene craftsmanship, custom glass, and the creators pushing the plant forward. Event details>

Friday, April 24-25, 2026 - NECANN Boston - Boston, MA - $99

The Northeast’s largest cannabis convention returns with 300+ exhibitors, 9,000+ attendees, expert sessions, and the NECANN Cup, an essential stop for anyone in the industry. Event details>

Tue, May 5-7, 2026 - MJ Unpacked - Atlantic City, NJ

MJ Unpacked is back in AC, bringing together the cannabis leaders shaping what’s next. From the Opening Reception to product slams in the Experience Hall, Cannabis Cup Awards, and the legendary Official Afterparty, every moment moves the industry forward. Event details>

Tue, May 19 @ 8:00a - VIP GROW - May 2026 - Potomac, MD - FREE

A free, three-day training program helping Veteran-owned businesses scale in government contracting, taught by industry experts. Application required. Event details>

June 6-7, 2026 - Lebanon Valley Summer Canna-Fest - Lebanon, PA

A massive summer cannabis festival featuring 175+ vendors, live music, food, art, and certifications—making it one of Pennsylvania’s biggest canna celebrations of the year. Event details>

Wed, Jun 17 @ 10:00a - Flower Expo Massachusetts 2026 - Northampton, MA - $267.09

The Northeast’s leading cannabis trade show returns, connecting brands, buyers, and industry pros from across the region. Event details>

Thursday, June 26-27, 2026 @ 10:00a - Lucky Leaf Expo Dallas, Tx 2026 - Irving, TX - $39.28 – $499

A major cannabis business expo bringing together 100+ exhibitors, expert-led sessions, and serious networking across every corner of the industry. Event details>

Fri, Aug 7-8 - Lucky Leaf Expo Philadelphia, PA 2026 - Oaks, PA - $39.28 – $499

A two-day industry expo offering exhibitors, education, and networking, capped with an official after-party for the full Philadelphia cannabis experience. Event details>

Tue, Aug 18-19 @ 9:30a - Women in Cannabis Expo "POWERHOUSES" 2026 - Reno, NV - $108.55

A two-day expo bringing together women across the cannabis space for high-impact networking, industry insights, and professional growth. Event details>

Sep 9 @ 9:00a - PBC Conference 2026 - Washington, DC - $963.38

A premier two-day conference uniting the cannabis banking ecosystem—regulators, financial institutions, and operators for deep dives into payments, compliance, investing, and the future of cannabis finance. Event details>

Tue, Oct 13-15, 2026 - Kansas City, MO

MJU is coming to Kansas City! Join MJ Unpacked—the national event designed for licensed operators, researchers, and investors to discover fresh insights, make meaningful connections, and spark new opportunities to grow their businesses. Event details>

Oct 19 @ 8:00a - 10th Annual National Cannabis Research Conference - San Diego, CA - $161.90

The most comprehensive interdisciplinary cannabis research conference in the U.S., bringing together scientists, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore cannabis science, policy, and innovation shaping the future. Event details>

December 4-6 - Terp Basel

A three-night collision of cannabis, art, music, fashion, and culture featuring live performances, immersive art, brand activations, and a global crowd shaping what’s next. Event details>

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