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. Legalized Cannabis, AKA Marijuana: What does it mean for you and your community?  Learn the truth behind this ancient plant. Many find relief from pain and inflammation, but what about “recreational” use? Get Read more…

The Cannabis Cultivation Overview class was developed to increase the novice grower’s knowledge and comfort level to start his or her own ho About this Event As of January 1, 2020, patients in the IL Medical Cannabis program can grow up to five cannabis plants per household. In this class you will learn fundamentals like buying seeds, selecting the right Read more…

Learn how to: choose the best materials and ingredients, calculate serving size dosages, and apply basic cooking/food chemistry techniques About this Event Green Cuisine is designed to help you make your own infused edible treats and dishes. Participants will learn about choosing the best materials and ingredients for infused cooking, calculating serving size dosages, and applying basic cooking/food chemistry and Read more…

Learn about the cannabis plant, its effects on the body, and opportunities for licensed and ancillary businesses in the state of IL. About this Event This class introduces the cannabis plant and its effects on the body, including the roles of the Endocannabinoid System, cannabinoids and terpenes. Participants will also learn about the history of cannabis legalization in the US Read more…

Learn how to make cannabinoid-infused topicals and tinctures to treat and manage various conditions. About this Event Infused Home Remedies is designed to teach participants how to make cannabinoid-infused topicals and tinctures to treat and manage various conditions, including various skin conditions, chronic pain, arthritis, and muscle spasms. Attendees will learn basic information about the cannabis plant, how to make Read more…

Description ATTENTION HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Changes to the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program allow Advance Practice Nurses (APN) and Physician Assistants (PA) to complete a certification for a debilitating medical condition for qualifying patients. In this workshop, APN’s and PA’s will learn from experienced medical cannabis physicians how to legally and ethically certify patients for the Medical Cannabis Patient Program Read more…