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Cannabis Access in Illinois

2020-02-04 19:00:00 2020-02-04 20:30:00 America/Chicago Cannabis Access in Illinois Legalized cannabis, also known as marijuana: What does it mean for you and your community? Learn the truth behind this ancient plant. Wilmette Public Library - Auditorium

Tuesday, February 04
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2020-02-04 19:00:00 2020-02-04 20:30:00 America/Chicago Cannabis Access in Illinois Legalized cannabis, also known as marijuana: What does it mean for you and your community? Learn the truth behind this ancient plant. Wilmette Public Library - Auditorium

Legalized cannabis, also known as marijuana: What does it mean for you and your community? Learn the truth behind this ancient plant.

Many people find relief from pain and inflammation, but what about recreational use? Get answers to your questions and concerns. Kirsten Velasco, Board Member of Illinois Women in Cannabis and Outreach Manager with The Medical Cannabis Community will cover the history, medical options, safe use and risks. She'll also explain hemp, CBD, THC and the new laws in Illinois.

Ms. Velasco created the first and second volunteer cannabis education campaign in Illinois and is regularly invited to present seminars throughout the state. She has given over 150 cannabis education programs, assisted over 150 medical cannabis application submissions, worked outreach and patient care at a local dispensary.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentation |

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Wilmette Public Library

Phone: 847-256-5025

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From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building. 

From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.

From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. 


Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.

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