Nov 11, 2023

This Week in the Grove Newsletter

Ganja News 

Ohio Recreational Cannabis Legalization: This week, Ohio made history by becoming the 24th state to legalize recreational weed. Stay informed about the latest developments here.

Music News 

History was made: Luke Combs' cover of Tracy Chapman's 1988 hit "Fast Car" won single of the year at the CMA Awards. Tracy Chapman, in turn, secured song of the year — the first Black songwriter to win in that category. Dive into the details here.

Science News 

Global Warming Records: The past 12 months set a grim record as the hottest in 150 years of recordkeeping, possibly the hottest in the last 125,000 years. Explore the implications of this alarming trend here.

Travel News 

Passport Processing Times: Good news for travelers! U.S. passport processing times have decreased. Get the latest updates on processing times here.

Words of Wisdom 

Miss Rouge’s Stoner Wisdom: When it comes to smoking in front of law enforcement in illegal areas, as per Miss Rouge's advice (at least in Canada when it was illegal), as long as you're not causing trouble or being obnoxious, they often leave you alone.

Community Updates 

• Melbourne Cup Sweep: Congratulations to the winners - 1st place Holly, 2nd Bunny, 3rd Auntie. Thanks to everyone who participated!
• Happy Birthday, DLucks!: Wishing DLucks a fantastic birthday as he levels up another year.
• Tony's Greek Adventure: Follow Tony's journey in Greece, from getting lost trying to find a beach to a virtual tour of Athens. Layla played the guide, sharing insights on what Tony couldn't read.
• From a Joke to a Scare: Our thoughts are with MediokerJoker, who faced a health scare this week. Wishing a quick recovery.
• Grove Karaoke Night: An ALL-Day Karaoke Thursday delighted all karaoke addicts( and tortured some) in the Grove!

New Year's Awards Ceremony

The categories for the 3rd Annual Grove Awards Ceremony are out! You have one week to submit your nominations for each category.

Overseas Knowledge 

This week, Layla shared the proper way to ask for a hit in Greece: "KOINOPOISTE ENA EPITYCHIO" translates to "share one hit."

Upcoming Events 

• Monday: Amber's Drunken Mic Night (8 CST)
• Wednesday: Wayback Wednesday with Hanky (7 CST)
• Thursday: Karaoke Night (8 CST)
• Friday: Friday Night Games with a special host IseeStarz

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