A Toast to Hemp! event set for Feb. 19
The Illinois Hemp Growers Association (IHGA) and Mr .CBD are scheduled to host “A Toast to Hemp!” event for anyone interested in an opportunity to try hemp food and drinks or check out industrial hemp products, such as building materials, plastics, textiles, clothing, and paper.
A Toast to Hemp! is set for 3–9 p.m. February 19. Gotti’s Cucina & Bar, located 1501 Mannheim Road in Stone Park, will host the dual Membership Drive and Celebration of the Illinois hemp community. The event is free and open to the public. To RSVP, click here.
Items to sample include hemp pasta dishes and infused drinks (non-alcoholic options available). Attendees will have the opportunity to network and partake in other educational aspect of the event. A Toast to Hemp! will also offer hempy-raffle prizes for participants, new members, and existing members in attendance.
Founded in 2018, the Illinois Hemp Growers Association is a women-led benefit corporation supported by the sponsorship, donations, and dues of over 1,000 grassroots members. The IHGA educates producers and consumers while representing the industry’s best interests in Springfield and throughout Illinois.
Rachel Berry, founder and CEO, stated on the IHGA website, “Our goal is to build the resources and relationships necessary to grow a sustainable and equitable hemp industry. The IHGA achieves its goal through public education, consultation and service, working with legislators and statewide media on the issues, and volunteerism.” The IHGA works to engage state and federal lawmakers and departments. The IHGA also prepares and distributes educational materials to the public and advocates for industrial hemp in the press, as well as provides affordable services to help people save time and make informed decisions.
“We practice servant leadership, a philosophy built on the belief that the most effective leaders strive to serve others, rather than accrue power or take control,” Berry said. “We volunteer our time to increase our impact on the industry, help build community awareness, and encourage collective stewardship.”
The IHGA can be found on Instagram @illinoishga and Twitter @IllinoisHGA, and Mr. CBD can be found on Instagram @mrcbdchicagollc, Twitter @mrcbdchicago, and Facebook.
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