Why this new Santa Rosa Dispensary Represents the Future of Cannabis Stores - in The Press Democrat
Before entering the groovy inner sanctum of Doobie Nights, Santa Rosa’s newest cannabis dispensary, Brandon Levine paused in the so-called “Portal of Wonder.” He is the executive director of this psychedelic, 3,700-square-foot space on Santa Rosa Avenue, which is celebrating its grand opening Friday and Saturday.
Pointing to a modernistic lectern where a smiling employee will regulate the flow of traffic into the main sales room, he said, “It will be like checking in for a flight, almost.”
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By Megan Pursynski
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February 15, 2026
You’ve just wrapped a beautiful day hiking Annadel or sipping Pinot in Sonoma or wandering the farmers’ market, only to have your mind still spinning like fog rolling through the valley. We all know that feeling! That’s where cannabis for meditation steps in, not as some magic fix, but as a thoughtful tool to help you drop deeper into the present. We’re not saying cannabis replaces your meditation cushion (mindfulness is the real boss), but when used thoughtfully, it can be that gentle nudge toward quieter thoughts and bigger awareness. Think of it like adding a dash of local honey to your tea: subtle, natural, and oh-so-Sonoma. Curious how a subtle dose can quiet the noise and amplify the peace? Let’s explore it.






