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This recreational cannabis shop is foregoing the title of “dispensary” for one of luxury.

Gotham, which opened today in the Bowery, is “a new, artfully curated cannabis concept store” selling its products, including “premium cannabis, fashion and lifestyle brands, as well as art exhibitions in a beautifully designed environment.”

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It is one of the first recreational cannabis dispensaries in New York, following the opening of The Housing Works Cannabis Co., Union Square Travel Agency and Smacked. New York recently just released another slew of licenses, so we’ll be seeing even more soon.

Flower, edibles, vaporizers, pre-rolls, and tinctures are on the 2,800-square-foot store’s shelves as well as collaborations with New York-based brands like Edie Parker, Flowerhouse, House of Puff, and Rose New York X David Zilber of Noma.

The store also has an exhibition space that will show rotating art exhibits from New York-based artists seasonally. Its first show is an NFT gallery with Bright Moments. The store also has a permanent installation by NYC-based multimedia artist Molly Lowe.

“We wanted to create a space that was a first of its kind, uniquely downtown and differentiated from the local head shop,” said Gotham Chief Creative Officer Billy Richards, a hospitality veteran and former director of NYC’s famed Boom Boom Room and Rose Bar. “Gotham is a true concept store where visitors can discover something new, browse high-end brands and enjoy incredible art through a distinctive NYC lens. And, of course, we also sell cannabis.”

Oh yeah. 

Gotham isn’t all luxury and no substance, though. The best part is that a portion of its proceeds will go tward STRIVE, a nonprofit that provides jobs, education and opportunities for people who were formerly incarcerated for cannabis infractions.

“Gotham is a reflection of New York’s rich history and influence. We’re proud to be one of the pioneers reimagining what the legalized cannabis market can become in the state,” said founder Joanne Wilson. “As part of that growth, we have an unwavering commitment to social justice which is why STRIVE was the perfect partner for us for our flagship store.”

Gotham, at 3 East Third Street, is now open for in-person shopping and pick-up daily, from 10am to 9pm. Delivery is coming soon! Visit gotham.nyc for more information.

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Block off your calendar and steady your hands–a high stakes Jenga tournament is coming to NYC this June, and the winner will walk home with $10,000 in their pocket!

For one day only, the liveliest blocks in NYC won’t just be the streets.

Hundreds of competitors will battle it out as they work their best to defy gravity in the form of a wooden block tower. $14,000 total in prize money will be awarded for the top teams with the steadiest hands–first place will receive $10,000, $2,500 will go to the runner up, $1,000 to third place, and $500 to fourth place.

Plus, beyond the wad of cash, first place will of course receive a towering gold Jenga trophy and the ultimate bragging rights.

Additional prizes will also be up for grabs for the most creative team names and best costumes, so definitely don’t hold back!

Corey Karibo and Alli Richter, also known as Team Always Bet on Block, came out on top at this past February’s tournament, which was held at the iconic TWA Hotel at JFK Airport.

Though with hundreds of spectators zeroing in on the placement of each and every block, things can get a bit nerve-racking.

Thankfully, for those who aren’t too confident with their block stacking abilities, there will be plenty of low-stakes fun to be had on tournament day. Spectators can try their hand at challenges like Block Against the Clock (a speed-stacking challenge) and the Fuzzy Fingers Challenge (playing Jenga while wearing goofy gloves).

Those who would rather leave their shaky hands out of it can instead just grab The National Blocking Association’s signature cocktail, the Slightly Unstable, check out the merch stand, or simply just spectate.

The epic Jenga tournament will stack up in the heart of NYC at The Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel on Saturday, June 17.

Those interested in wiggling, tapping, and balancing their way to a gravity-defying victory can learn more and sign up here.

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