Kalkushka Cannabis Lounge opening June 1st

Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker writes that the Kalkushka cannabis consumption lounge will open in downtown Kalkaska next Wednesday, June 1:

The Kalkushka Cannabis Lounge will be located in a revitalized historic building at 302 South Cedar Street next to The Botanical Co. dispensary. The 3,000-square-foot venue will be open to customers 21 and older and will feature “a laid-back atmosphere, various seating areas, and a stage for live acts,” according to a company release. The venue will also be available to rent for parties, live entertainment, and other private events.

According to Russ Chambers, CEO of Carbidex – the parent company of the Kalkushka and The Botanical Co. next door – the lounge will have themed nights several times a week, like live music and trivia nights, similar to local bars. Customers will be charged a $10 cover to enter and can either bring in their own cannabis products or receive a discounted cover charge if they purchase a product from The Botanical Co. before entering.

“Our passion is bringing good people together and enhancing lives through cannabis, and the Kalkushka Lounge is a place where people from all walks of life can come together and bond over this amazing plant,” says Chambers. According to Kalkushka Lounge General Manager Chris Atteberry, while the venue is a place where public cannabis use is allowed, “we’re aiming to make it a welcoming place for anyone. We want it to be a spot where cannabis enthusiasts, the cannabis-curious, and their non-consuming friends can all come together and have a great time.”

…In addition to allowing cannabis use, Kalkushka Lounge will serve prepared food from Traverse City’s Park Street Café and beverages from from Northwoods Soda & Syrup Co. A grand opening celebration will take place later this summer.

Read more in the Ticker. Check out Kalkushka Lounge on their website. & explore Michigan cannabis lounges through the MCT.

Psst: Want to win a year’s free access to Kalkushka? All you have to do is tag a friend on this Instagram post, share it & follow Kalkushka to be entered! The winners will be announced on Friday, June 10th.

photo courtesy Kalkushka Lounge on Instagram