Queer Cannabis: How LGBTQ+ Activism Paved the Road to Legalization
Sat, Aug 20
|The Academy SF
Join us for an engaging evening benefitting the Brownie Mary Democratic Club, as we explore the history and lasting contributions made by our neighbors in the LGBTQ+ community towards the legalization of cannabis. Food, fun & zero-proof cocktails by Miss Kanjie sponsored by Monday.
Time & Location
Aug 20, 2022, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Academy SF, 2166 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
Guests
About the Event
Join us for an engaging evening as we explore the history and lasting contributions made by our neighbors in the LGBTQ+ community towards the legalization of cannabis. Enjoy a special screening of the documentary short "The Secret Story: How Medical Cannabis Was Re-Legalized in the US," by Brian Applegarth.
Garden reception to follow, presented by Miss Kanjie, CG, including delicious hors d'oeuvres and ZERO-PROOF cocktails sponsored by Monday.
With Special Guests:
- Brian Applegarth — Moderator; Beacon of Cannabis, Culture, History, Travel, Award-Winning Documentary Producer
- David Goldman — President, Brownie Mary Democratic Club
- Alia Volz — Author, Golden Poppy Award recipient Home Baked
- Terrance Alan — Proprietor, Flore Dispensary
- Kevin Burke — WARD 86, Co-worker (Brownie Mary)
Meet author Alia Volz, purchase a personalized, autographed copy of "Home Baked."
Portion of proceeds to be donated to the Brownie Mary Democratic Club.
TO ATTEND
This limited-capacity indoor-outdoor event is available for Academy Members and invited guests in our greater LGBTQ+ and cannabis enthusiast community.Â
TICKETS
$95 General Admission; Academy Members Discounted
MEMBERSHIP
The Academy is currently accepting new memberships. If you are interested in becoming a Member and enjoying all of the associated perks and benefits, please click here to learn more.
CLUB INFORMATION (FOR MEMBERS)
The Club will also be open during regular hours (Saturdays 6pm-12am) for Members and their guests not attending this event. Regular Club guest policy applies.
SAFE SPACE
The Academy is a safe space for all—in particular members of our LGBTQ+ community. We encourage you to learn more about our safe space principles & policies by clicking here.
COVID-19 SAFETY
This event will take place in accordance with all currently applicable health guidelines per the City of San Francisco and SFDPH. Our full safety information can be found here. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Tickets
General Admission
Includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres and zero-proof cocktails sponsored by Monday (drinkmonday.co)
$95.00+$2.38 service feeSale ended
Total
$0.00