The T'Oakland Senior Canna Club, founded by Melodye Montgomery, serves as a vibrant community hub for seniors in North Oakland, meeting monthly at the Root'd dispensary. With attendees growing from 20 to 200, the club promotes socialization through cannabis, food, and entertainment. Montgomery reflects on past stigmas and the ongoing effects of the War on Drugs on minority communities, emphasizing the necessity for safe, accepting spaces in society. New legislation, AB 1775, may allow the club to evolve into an Amsterdam-style cannabis cafe, enhancing its offerings further.
Montgomery emphasized the need for community spaces: "People need other spaces. There’s no place for people to go to for community," reflecting on the isolation many seniors feel.
Reflecting on her experiences with cannabis, Montgomery stated, "I remember having to hide smoking cannabis in alleyways or basements for fear of the police" illustrating the ongoing stigma.
The T'Oakland Senior Canna Club has significantly grown, now hosting 200 attendees, showcasing a shift in cultural acceptance of cannabis within the senior community.
Under AB 1775, the potential for full-blown cannabis cafes could change the landscape for cannabis consumption in California, illustrating a shift toward more inclusive spaces.
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