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Under state law, using cannabis is prohibited in any public place, so the gathering is not a smoke fest — but, ironically, drinking is allowed at such events, and Lagunitas Waldos Triple IPA will be sold. The event is for those 21 and older, and is free, with a suggested donation to the Cannabis Equity Coalition Illinois.

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