 Dear Green Cross Members, Friends & Family, With November 6 fast approaching, we want to take a few moments to talk about San Francisco's Proposition D, a measure to create a new local marijuana business tax. Prop D is shortsighted and will harm cannabis-related businesses and consumers with higher costs. This measure has the potential to put cannabis retailers out of business, as well as drive consumers back to purchasing cannabis on the illegal black market where there is reduced product testing and quality control. Proposition D goes directly against why California voters decided to support Proposition 64; to put an end to this black market. This measure would do the complete opposite by rebirthing it. California spent many months determining the appropriate tax rate for our industry. As a cannabis business, we would not oppose a small sensible tax reform, however, Proposition D is anything but. If passed by voters, this additional tax serves no useful public purpose. It’s simply a City Hall greedy money-grab. Tax revenues will go, not to fund education and/or rehabilitation programs, but to the General Fund - the City’s ever-expanding and unaccountable bureaucracy. We ask San Francisco voters to say NO to Proposition D on November 6. Let’s keep consumption safe and legal. For more information on this unnecessary measure, and to read more about why all these major local news publications, local officials and organizations are against it, please continue reading.  Prop D opponents say tax spike for SF cannabis dispensaries leads to more illegal salesSAN FRANCISCO (KTVU) - Now that cannabis is legal San Francisco, voters will be deciding just how much those businesses should be paying in taxes. In a week and a half, San Francisco voters will be deciding on Prop D, whether or not to tax some of the city's largest cannabis businesses in the city, those bringing in more than $500,000 per year on top of the regular 8.75% sales tax. Read more at KTVU.com » Editorial: Vote no on SF Prop. DNow that it’s legal in California, recreational cannabis needs to be tested, regulated and, no surprise, taxed. Proposition D would hit outlets with a new city tax on top of other levies. Cannabis may be a moneymaker for local government, but enacting an extra tax in Prop. D could drive consumers to the black market, which legalization aimed to end. The city controller predicts proceeds of $2 million to $4 million at first, growing to as much as $16 million in three years. Read more at SFChronicle.com » Endorsement: No on DTaxing legalized weed is inevitable, and yes, dispensaries are becoming mainstream and many profitable. But that is not true for all. Let’s give them time to grow, pun intended. Just like the fledgling tech startups that used to dominate the Silicon Valley landscape, some cannabis companies in The City need a break. Challenged by rent increases, legal disputes with their landlords, and concern about federal government intervention, dispensaries need some more time to get their grounding. Read more at SFExaminer.com » Cannabis Tax Opposition MountsWhy are some local officials and organizations eager to see Prop. D go down? As expected, outgoing Supervisor Malia Cohen’s measure to levy a gross-receipts tax on local cannabis businesses comes before San Francisco voters on Nov. 6. Not surprisingly, efforts are already underway to stop Proposition D. Read more at SFWeekly.com »  Here is a letter written by David Goldman on behalf of the Brownie Mary Democratic Club encouraging voters to vote against Proposition D. Thank you for taking the time to read this. We hope you will make the right choice come November 6. Vote no on Prop D!
Sincerely, Kevin Reed Founder & President The Green Cross Dear Green Cross Members, Friends & Family, Halloweed is just around the corner and it's time to get stocked up on your favorite products! Here at The Green Cross, we love this time of year and look forward to seeing all our amazing members get in the Halloweed spirit and dress in your spookiest costumes! Big props if you visit us on Halloweed in costume! Keep reading for more details on spooktacular new products now available at The Green Cross.    Our signature Avocado Body Balm is back and better than ever! Now available in 2 oz. jars for $60 + tax. Each jar contains a total of 270 mg (135 mg of THC and 135 mg of CBD). This body balm is sure to sooth your skin and relieve minor aches and pains. Avocado oil is known to moisturize and nourish skin, relieve inflammation, and reduce signs of aging. Take advantage of the healing effects of both cannabis and avocado oil in this beneficial and balanced body balm by The Green Cross. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  You asked and we delivered - our signature House-Blended Ready-Go Mix and Mix-A-Lot are back! 1/2 oz. jars of Ready-Go Mix are available for $92.17 + tax and Mix-A-Lot for $110.60 + tax while supplies last. There are limited quantities available, so don't miss your chance to snag them up before they sell out! All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Brand new IncrediMeds T-Shirt now available! This vibrant one-of-a-kind t-shirt adorning our signature IncrediMeds logo is sure to draw attention wherever you go, so don't miss your chance to pick one up today! Available in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL and XXL for $20 + tax each. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Just in: Organic Hemp Wrapped Pre-Rolls! Premium hand-rolled pre-rolls, each containing approximately 1.8 grams of cannabis, in a Organic Hemp Wrap rolling paper by High Hemp. Available for $30 + tax each. Only select strains available while supplies last - check back periodically for more strain options. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Temple Extracts Black Juniper Battery - $15 + tax; Manzanita Madrone The Fizz Ginger Root Soda - $8 + tax; Tarukino Velvet Swing Sensual Lubricant - $31 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  IncrediMeds now on Weedmaps! If you've had an opportunity to try our IncrediMeds edible products, we'd be greatly appreciative if you'd take the time to visit our new IncrediMeds Weedmaps page and leave a review. Your feedback is invaluable to us, so we look forward to hearing your thoughts on our new-and-improved line of edible treats. Review IncrediMeds on Yelp! Review IncrediMeds on Google! All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu! Member Weekend and Evening ParkingAs a reminder, The Green Cross offers special member parking at the tire shop across the street, located at 4249 Mission Street, after hours and on weekends. Member Parking Lot Hours: Monday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Tuesday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Thursday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Friday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Saturday: 8:00 am to 10:30 pm Sunday: 8:00 am to 10:30 pm At Harvest Time, Farmers Survey a Changed Emerald Triangle Twelve hundred feet above sea level, 50 miles from the Pacific Ocean, behind the longest continuous mountain ridge in the US, Flowerdaze Farms’ buds bake in the October sun. Staples like Key Lime Pie, Strawberry Cough, and Infinite Euphoria give off waves of aroma so thick you can nearly bite into them. Jacob Johnson, 32, the award-winning biodynamic farmer who oversees production here, breaks into a smile just talking about it. Read more » Trump Team Planning Federal Cannabis Reforms The Trump Administration plans to address federal cannabis reforms after the midterm elections, Sen. Dana Rohrabacher (R-California) told FOX Business this week. Sen. Rohrabacher said the White House gave “a solid commitment” to address the issue. He didn’t specify how far the reforms might go — whether it could be as far as rescheduling or even descheduling the cannabis plant, for example — but, Sen. Rohrabacher noted, President Trump said on the campaign trail that he was in favor of federally legalizing medical cannabis and leaving adult-use legalization up to individual states to decide. Read more » Cannabis In Space Is Just Around The Corner As legal marijuana profits continue to reach stratospheric heights, it appears so too may the cannabis plant itself expand into space — soaring 250 miles above Earth within NASA’s International Space Station (ISS). With plans to test how hemp plants react in the low-gravity setting of space orbit, scientists at bioengineering company Space Tango — specializing in research and manufacturing of microgravity environments — are eager to test the cannabis plant’s response to novel environs like spaceflight. Orbiting Earth in the stress-free atmosphere of space might just provide the pharmacological outcomes scientists are looking for. Read more » Canadians Will Be Allowed to Travel With Up to 30 Grams of Cannabis When federal legalization goes into effect in Canada, citizens will be allowed to travel with their stash. Only four months ago, Canada became the second country in the world to legalize recreational weed. Though the act passed slowly after two years of debate, this change for Canada means a new economy bolstered by marijuana. The Cannabis Act grants anyone over the age of 18 the right to possess up to one ounce of marijuana and grow up to four plants. And though this new bill still has its issues, the change has put forth new regulations for how Canadians can travel with their legal weed from province to province. This means as of October 17, when marijuana will be officially legal across The Great White North, Canadians will be allowed to fly with up to 30 grams of cannabis. Read more » We hope you all enjoy a spooktacular October and Halloween! Don't forget to stop by The Green Crossagain soon!
Sincerely, Kevin Reed Founder & President The Green Cross Dear Green Cross Members, Friends & Family, Summer may be officially over everywhere else in the country, but thankfully the beautiful weather continues here in San Francisco. Let's make the most of these 60 and 70 degree days with new and tried-and-true flower and cannabis products! Keep reading for more details on exciting new products now available at The Green Cross.  The 2018 Best of the Bay polls are now open! Please take a moment to vote for The Green Cross for Best Cannabis Dispensary and IncrediMeds for Best Cannabis Edible! You are not required to vote in every category, so please feel free to vote in whichever categories you like. Polls are open until Sunday, September 30, so don't miss the chance to vote for your local favorites! Our signature IncrediMeds edible line is growing and we'll be releasing many amazing new edible products over the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned! All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!    Our signature IncrediMeds Chocolate Bars are back and better than ever! Now available for $24 + tax in four delicious flavors to please all palates: Milk Chocolate with Toffee Pieces, Dark Chocolate with Almonds & Sea Salt, Dark Chocolate with Raspberries, and Milk Chocolate with Cherries. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: California Dreamin' Pomegranate Sparkling Juice - $8 + tax; California Dreamin' Tangerine Sparkling Juice - $10 + tax; California Dreamin' Cranberry Sparkling Juice - $10 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Locust Gold GSC Shatter - $44 + tax; Locust Gold Raspberry Cookies Shatter - $44 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Select Mimosa Weekender Disposable Vape Pen - $40 + tax; Select Pineapple Jack Weekender Disposable Vape Pen - $40 + tax; Select Granddaddy Purple Weekender Disposable Vape Pen - $40 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Kurvana Northern Lights ASCND Cartridge - $50 + tax; Kurvana Amnesia Haze ASCND Cartridge - $50 + tax; Kurvana Cosmic Glue ASCND Cartridge - $50 + tax; Kurvana GSC KPen Cartridge - $40 + tax; Kurvana Blackberry Kush KPen Cartridge - $40 + tax; Kurvana Jack Herer KPen Cartridge - $40 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu! Member Weekend and Evening ParkingAs a reminder, The Green Cross offers special member parking at the tire shop across the street, located at 4249 Mission Street, after hours and on weekends. Member Parking Lot Hours: Monday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Tuesday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Thursday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Friday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Saturday: 8:00 am to 10:30 pm Sunday: 8:00 am to 10:30 pm Reminder: New Return & Exchange Policy at The Green Cross In light of new state regulations, The Green Cross is required to make modifications to our current Return & Exchange Policy going forward. Please take a moment to review our new policy: All sales are final. If a product is found to be defective, you may return the item back to the The Green Cross for refund, store credit or exchange. All returns and exchanges must be within 30 days of purchase and include the original receipt. All returned products must be in the original packaging. If you are returning cannabis-based products (flower, concentrates, edibles, etc.), the majority of the original purchase amount must be returned in order to qualify for a return or exchange. We are unable to accept refunds or exchanges for PAX brand vaporizers. The manufacturer can be contacted directly for any concerns regarding your purchase. The Green Cross reserves the right to deny a return or exchange that does not meet the above requirements. The Dangers of Smoking Tobacco with CannabisWhile this video of Elon Musk smoking is lighthearted in nature, we want to take a moment to warn our members about the dangers of smoking tobacco with cannabis. It's no secret that smoking tobacco has many harmful effects, so it should be no surprise that cannabis mixed with tobacco products offers similar negative results. Sadly, the phenomenon of smoking tobacco with cannabis has been happening for many years now, and with legalization, the use of these products continues to increase. Cannabis has so many beneficial health properties, but when used in conjunction with tobacco, all the benefits of this amazing plant are thrown out the window. Smoking (combusting) anything is bad for your lungs. Smoking changes the properties of a substance, often forming toxic and carcinogenic compounds. The dangerous effects of smoking tobacco are well known. More than 8 million people die each year as a result of smoking tobacco, regardless of whether cannabis is thrown into the mix. We ask that our members please be mindful of this, and work toward ending the dangerous practice of mixing these two substances. Let's work together to change cultural consumption norms by promoting a tobacco-free approach to cannabis use. Learn more at CDC.gov » Higher prices and barer shelves: California cannabis retailers face frustrated customers Licensed marijuana retailers in California are struggling to cope with customers angry about price hikes and less product choice – a direct result of the state’s new packaging and testing regulations that took effect July 1. Here’s a look at some of the concerns related to the state’s current business environment as well as how some companies are tackling them. Read more » Sen. Dianne Feinstein Signs Onto Marijuana Bill After Decades Of Drug War Advocacy A bill that would amend federal law to give states the autonomy to set their own marijuana policies gained a tenth cosponsor on Thursday, and a somewhat surprising one at that. Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) has long been one of Congress’s most vocal opponents of legalizing cannabis. But now she’s backing legislation to end federal prohibition so that states like hers can implement legalization without interference. Read more » Senate Bill Would Legalize Medical Marijuana For Military Veterans Two Democratic U.S. senators filed legislation on Wednesday that would effectively legalize medical marijuana for military veterans and let government doctors help them access it. Under the Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) physicians would be empowered to issue medical cannabis recommendations in accordance with the laws of a growing number of states. Read more » CBD for CTE is Transforming How Pro-Athletes Recover From Traumatic Brain Injury Former NFL Player Kyle Turley could barely recognize himself amid all the pain and confusion from injuries suffered on the field. Then, he discovered CBD for CTE. Just over five years ago, Kyle Turley was in such bad shape, he considered taking his own life. The retired NFL offensive lineman had a debilitating combination of health conditions that could all be traced back to his eight seasons in the NFL. Read more » We hope you all enjoy a wonderful Fall season! Don't forget to stop by The Green Cross again soon!
Sincerely, Kevin Reed Founder & President The Green Cross Dear Green Cross Members, Friends & Family, Summer is almost over so let's make the most of it! There are many new and returning products now available at The Green Cross, so keep reading for more details. Slowly but surely we're adding more and more products to our shelves as vendors start rolling out newly-compliant products. We know it's been a challenging transition for cannabis users throughout California, and we truly appreciate your patience with us, and our industry as a whole, as we continue to adapt and evolve. Hopefully as time goes on we'll be able to offer the same wide variety of inventory we offered prior to the July 1st regulations. Thank you for continuing to be a part of The Green Cross family. Your support means the world to us!   50% off select Green Cross hoodies! The Green Cross Golden Gate Bridge (available in black and heather gray), Indica and Sativa hoodies are now on sale for $14.99 + tax until they're gone, so don't miss your chance to snatch up one (or more) of these cool designs! All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!   Our signature IncrediMeds Chocolate Bars are back and better than ever! Now available for $24 + tax in four delicious flavors to please all palates: Milk Chocolate with Toffee Pieces, Dark Chocolate with Almonds & Sea Salt, Dark Chocolate with Raspberries, and Milk Chocolate with Cherries. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Temple Pineapple Chemdawg Distillate Cartridge - $50 + tax; Temple Black Lime Sour Diesel Distillate Vape Cartridge - $50 + tax; Temple Blue Dream Distillate Vape Cartridge - $50 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Honeyvape Bubble Vape Cartridge - $50 + tax; Honeyvape Lemon Cookies Disposable Vape Pen - $33 + tax. Not pictured: Honeyvape Blue Dream Vape Cartridge - $50 + tax; Honeyvape GG4 Vape Cartridge - $50 + tax; Honeyvape GSC Vape Cartridge - $50 + tax; Honeyvape Blue Dream Disposable Vape Pen - $33 + tax; Honeyvape Strawberry Kush Disposable Vape Pen - $33 + tax; Honeyvape Tangerine Dream Disposable Vape Pen - $33 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Hapa GG4 Shatter - $62 + tax; Hapa Kosher Kush Shatter - $62 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Mellows Cookies & Cream Infused Marshmallow - $7 + tax; Mellows Strawberry Shortcake Infused Marshmallow - $7 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Venice Cookie Co. Honey Mustard Pretzels - $28 + tax; Venice Cookie Co. 1:1 CBD Churro - $32 + tax; Venice Cookie Co. Classic Pretzel Bite + Sea Salt - $28 + tax; Venice Cookie Co. The Hippie - $28 + tax. Not pictured: Venice Cookie Co. Milk Chocolate + Toffee Minis - $28 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Seasonal Harvest Nug Run Gorilla Glue Shatter - $37 + tax; Seasonal Harvest Nug Run Sour Diesel Shatter - $37 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right: Prana P1 THCa Capsules (10 pack) - $39 + tax; Prana P3 1:1 CBD Roll-on Applicator - $33 + tax. Not pictured: Prana P1 THC Capsules (10 pack) - $35 + tax; Prana P3 1:1 CBD Capsules - $42 + tax; Prana P4 CBD:CBN Capsules - $50 + tax; Prana P1 THC Roll-on Applicator - $33 + tax; Prana P5 CBD Roll-on Applicator - $33 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu!  Left to right (top to bottom): Breez Original Mints - $25 + tax; Absolute Xtracts 1:1 Hi-Fi Hops Sparkling Water - $10 + tax; Dr. Kerklaan 1:1 Natural Pain Stick - $75 + tax; Loudvape Tangie Shatter - $29 + tax. Biscotti Watermelon Rancher Bubble Hash - $31 + tax; DomPen Pineapple Coast Disposable Vape Pen - $44 + tax; Talking Trees GG4 Bubble Hash - $25 + tax; Talking Trees GSC Hash Rosin - $38 + tax. Not pictured: Breez 1:1 CBD Cinnamon Mints - $31 + tax; Absolute Xtracts THC Hi-Fi Hops Sparkling Water - $10 + tax; Loudvape GG#4 Shatter - $29 + tax; Biscotti Royal Salute Bubble Hash - $62 + tax; DomPen Honey Citrus Disposable Vape Pen - $31 + tax; DomPen Leaf Hybrid Disposable Vape Pen - $44 + tax; DomPen Leaf Indica Disposable Vape Pen - $44 + tax; DomPen Leaf Sativa Disposable Vape Pen - $44 + tax; Talking Trees OG Bubble Hash - $25 + tax; Talking Trees Sunset Sherbet Bubble Hash - $25 + tax; Talking Trees Tangie Bubble Hash - $25 + tax; Talking Trees Sour Diesel Hash Rosin - $38 + tax. All products available while supplies last. For a full list of available products and pricing, please visit our Online Store Menu! Member Weekend and Evening ParkingAs a reminder, The Green Cross offers special member parking at the tire shop across the street, located at 4249 Mission Street, after hours and on weekends. Member Parking Lot Hours: Monday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Tuesday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Wednesday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Thursday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Friday: 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm Saturday: 8:00 am to 10:30 pm Sunday: 8:00 am to 10:30 pm New Return & Exchange Policy at The Green CrossIn light of new state regulations, The Green Cross is required to make modifications to our current Return & Exchange Policy going forward. Please take a moment to review our new policy, which goes into effect on September 1, 2018: All sales are final. If a product is found to be defective, you may return the item back to the The Green Cross for refund, store credit or exchange. All returns and exchanges must be within 30 days of purchase and include the original receipt. All returned products must be in the original packaging. If you are returning cannabis-based products (flower, concentrates, edibles, etc.), the majority of the original purchase amount must be returned in order to qualify for a return or exchange. We are unable to accept refunds or exchanges for PAX brand vaporizers. The manufacturer can be contacted directly for any concerns regarding your purchase. The Green Cross reserves the right to deny a return or exchange that does not meet the above requirements. New Marijuana-Based Epilepsy Treatment to Cost $32,500 a YearGW Pharmaceuticals GWPH -0.06% PLC said it plans to charge about $32,500 per patient annually in the U.S. for its new treatment for rare forms of epilepsy, the first prescription drug derived from the marijuana plant. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Epidiolex, also known as cannabidiol, in June to reduce seizures associated with forms of epilepsy known as Lennox-Gastaut syndrome and Dravet syndrome, in patients 2 years of age and older. Read more » Employment Rights For Marijuana Consumers Would Be Protected Under New BillThe federal government won’t be able to fire its employees for marijuana use that is legal under state law if a new bipartisan bill is enacted. Introduced on Thursday by Congressman Charlie Crist (D-FL) and Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-GA), the proposal is titled the “Fairness in Federal Drug Testing Under State Laws Act.” Read more » SF Cannabis Tax Moves Closer to Ballot Despite Industry OppositionDespite criticism from the industry, the Board of Supervisors is poised Tuesday to place a cannabis tax on the November ballot. The measure, proposed by Supervisor Malia Cohen, advanced out of the board’s Budget and Finance Committee Thursday after the third hearing on the proposal. Read more » Researchers Say Cannabis Can Benefit People with Multiple SclerosisA systematic review recently presented at the Consortium of MS Centers in Tennessee has concluded that cannabinoids may have “modest effects in multiple sclerosis for pain or spasticity.” Researchers looked at the safety and effectiveness of cannabis as well as studying its impact on disability and disability progression, pain, spasticity, bladder function, tremor/ataxia, quality of life, and adverse effects. Read more » We hope you all enjoy the rest of the summer! Don't forget to stop by The Green Cross again soon!
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Disclaimer: The Green Cross is a non-profit Public Benefit Corporation. The Green Cross name and logo are California registered trademarks. You must be 21+ years old or be 18+ years old, and possess proof of California residency and a verifiable, written recommendation from a physician for medical cannabis in order to access our products and services.