Oakland to host nation's 1st marijuana street fair

[ed the head]

Oakland to host nation's 1st marijuana street fair

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.c ... 1KRCA5.DTL



"A cannabis street fair touted as the first in the nation is set for this weekend, featuring speakers, music, booths and vendors. But perhaps the most unusual attraction will be the "215 area," a designated spot directly in front of City Hall where those with a valid medical cannabis card will be able to ingest, smoke or vaporize their pot. There will be devices to help folks make their own hash, a marijuana derivative. The open-air lounge, so to speak, is believed to be the first of its kind in the country. "

[Arsonist]

one day notice? this isn't fair!

[Willjay]

Hope it becomes a annual event

[redeyezman]

FTA:"Oakland needs to be the tourist destination for cannabis," said Salwa Ibrahim, who handles government relations for Oaksterdam University, which trains students for the industry. "We felt like a street fair for the cannabis industry would help solidify that."

So I'm supposed to go and ask sick people for their medicine? Is this common side traffic for card holders? As long as you're holding cash or something? Seems like they'd fear getting busted for re-sale?