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Food

🥨 Expert-approved munchies for 4/20

Presented by Hometown Hero

Hometown Hero is spilling the beans on the best snacks to pair with 4/20 festivities. | Photo provided by Hometown Hero

If you’re partaking in 4/20 festivities today (safely, of course), here are five expert-approved snacks to make (or to order on your fave food delivery app… because, let’s be honest, we’re not leaving the couch today), courtesy of the pros at Hometown Hero CBD.

🍣 Omega-3s

Omega-3s are a type of acid found in fats and oils that offer all sorts of benefits. They’re a great energy source that helps keep your cardiovascular, respiratory, and immune systems functioning.

Additionally, research shows that a whole bunch of chemical reactions in your body convert omega-3 fatty acids into endocannabinoids. The endocannabinoid system helps regulate vital functions such as memory, appetite, sleep, temperature, emotional processing, and much more. (More on the science around that here.)

Foods rich in Omega-3s include:

Salmon, oysters, mackerel, and anchovies (sushi, anyone?)
Walnuts
Peanut butter
Soybeans
Flaxseed and chia seeds (hello, smoothie bowl)

🍫 Chocolate

Before gummies came into the spotlight, the humble brownie was the most iconic cannabis edible — and for a good reason too. With its sweetness and deep earthy undertones, chocolate does a spot-on job of covering up any “meh” grassy aftertaste.

But there’s another benefit: Chocolate (particularly dark chocolate) is rich in anandamide, an endocannabinoid that gets its name from the Sanskrit word “Anada,” which means “happiness” or “bliss.”

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Photo by Christian Kaye Photography via Hometown Hero

🥭 Mangoes

Ever wonder where plants get their smell? (Stay with us here.) Through naturally occurring compounds called terpenes.

Mangoes are rich in a terpene called myrcene, which may help transport cannabinoids into the brain. Plus, this terpene may help the transdermal absorption of cannabinoids too — aka help topical Delta-8 products absorb through the skin.

Keep reading for two more ideal munchies — and snag Hometown Hero’s bonus offer of a free sample, offered today only for our readers.*

2 more ideal munchies

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Asked

What’s the origin of the “4/20" holiday?

A. 420 is the number of active chemical compounds in marijuana.
B. 420 is police code for marijuana violations.
C. The location of Denver Interstate mile marker 420.
D. 420 is what you get if you multiply 12 by 35, the numbers from the title of the Bob Dylan song “Rainy Day Woman no. 12 and no. 35.”
E. 4:20 is the time when a group of teens from California would search for a legendary lost marijuana crop near the Point Reyes Coast Guard Station.

Puff, puff, guess

See the correct answer in The Wrap.

Events

Thursday, April 20

SJSU Earth Day Resource Fair | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | San Jose State University, 1 Washington Sq., San Jose | Free | All San Joseans are welcome to enjoy vegan food samples, a sustainable fashion show, Indigenous dance group performances, and a petting zoo at SJSU’s annual festival.
The Muwekma Ohlone Past and Present: Heritage Sites of Significance | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 5-6 p.m. | New Museum Los Gatos, 106 E. Main St., Los Gatos | Free | Hear from members of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribal Council and faculty + staff from SJSU’s Department of Anthropology about the newest exhibit, “Reclamation.”
Open Mic | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Fox Tale Fermentation Project, 30 E. Santa Clara St., Ste. 120, San Jose | Free | Every first and third Thursday of the month, step up to the mic and share your poetry, songs, journal entries, stories, and more.
“Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812" | Thursday, Apr. 20 + Friday, Apr. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | 3 Below Theaters and Lounge, 288 S. Second St., San Jose | $55-$60 | Follow Natasha, a beautiful ingenue visiting Moscow, while she waits for her beloved fiance to return from the war — until she is seduced by the dashing, but already married Anatole.
Chingo Bling | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose | $25 | This funnyman is known for his unapologetic Latino stand-up comedy in feature films, musical parodies, and sold out live stand-up comedy shows all over the USA.

Friday, April 21

Luenell | Friday, Apr. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose | $30 | Best known for her breakthrough role in the 2006 blockbuster comedy, “Borat,” and appearances in “Katt Williams American Hustle,” this comic has earned a cult-like following.
Joe Warner Trio | Friday, Apr. 21 | 8 p.m. | Tabard Theatre, 29 N. San Pedro St., Ste. 200, San Jose | $22 | Join this multi-generational group for jazz, blues, funk, and beyond — featuring legendary San Jose drummer and vocalist Ron E. Beck.

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News Notes

Community

Just under two years after City Council voted for its removal, the Thomas Fallon statue at Julian and St. James streets is being put in storage. The structure is expected to be taken down by Thursday, May 4, and the city plans to restore the site as a traffic median. (San José Spotlight/ABC 7 News)

Civic

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $11.1 million to the Santa Clara County Continuum Care coalition that is dedicated to ending + preventing homelessness. In 2022, the county housed 18% more residents than in 2021. Access the city’s Homelessness Program Dashboard for live progress updates. (San José Spotlight)

Transit

As the Caltrain Electrification project nears its final phase, note that weekday service is impacted through Friday, April 28. Check out more details on reduced hours, platform closures, and available bus bridges at Caltrain’s website.

Legacy

In the wake of recent news about endangered California condors dying from avian flu, it was found that San Jose’s beloved peregrine falcon Shasta — who sat atop City Hall with her mate Sequoia — died from the virus late last month. You will be dearly missed, Shasta. (Berkeley Side)

Ranked

We’re the toke of the town. San Jose recently ranked No. 13 of 105 best cities to get stoned. Our ranking was based upon six factors: access (which we scored very high on), consumer satisfaction, convenience, lounging, entertainment, and of course, munchie relief. (LawnStarter)

Fun Fact

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Finance

Many Americans worry they’re not saving enough for retirement — and rightfully so. Find out if your savings meet the recommended amount by age, and how a financial advisor could help.*

Travel

What trip would be worth leaving San Jose? For City Editor Alyson, it’s Iceland — to relax in the hot springs. Sign up for Going to get notified when flight prices drop, like a $100 flight to Reykjavík (a real deal booked by a member at 88% off). Join for free.

Kids

The perfect family-friendly activity does exist, and you can even do it all spring and summer long, rain or shine. We’re talking about Kids Bowl Free — a national program that connects you with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling each day. Learn more + sign up.

Shop

This wedding season make sure to shower the happy couple with the perfect gift. Our online store (Six & Main) features presents such as dinner napkins by Willow Ship and celebratory cards by Joy Paper Co. Start shopping.

Transit

Riding into the future

San Jose to move forward with constructing a Diridon-airport connector

A cut out of the Glydways pod prototype, superimposed on top of a Google Earth map of San Jose above Mineta Airport.

Introducing: Glydways’ autonomous vehicle | Photo via Glydways

As the Capital of Silicon Valley, we’re privy to announcements of shiny new technology that’s never been released anywhere else — and the City of San Jose’s newest project is no different.

This week, City Council unanimously voted to consider partnering with South SF-based company Glydways to connect Diridon Station with Mineta Airport — via autonomous shuttle pod.

In June 2021, city council gave the Department of Transportation approval to move forward with developing plans for a connector that would provide seamless transit between Diridon Station and SJC. Since then, ~20 companies pitched proposals, but Glydways’ idea made the final cut.

Step inside the pod

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Alyson

Answered: E. According to several sources, 4:20 is the time when a group of teens in Marin County, California, would search for a legendary lost marijuana crop near the Point Reyes Coast Guard Station in the 1970s.

An older brother of one of the kids was friends with Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead, who co-opted and popularized the now-iconic association between the number and the recreational activity (and, ultimately, the celebration of both on April 20 — aka 4/20 — each year).

From the editor
Happy 4/20 folks, isn’t that so on-brand for “420" to derive from NorCal? But aside from all the greens you’ll be hearing about today, how much green are you getting into on Earth Day this Saturday? I’m thinking about taking a hike at Alum Rock Park now that it has partially reopened.

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