The bee’s knees: Cannabis trade group celebrates Roaring ’20s

Jessica Kelley and Elizabeth Rice embrace the spirit of the jazz era at the poker table during the MITA event on Oct. 20. Aaron Soto

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With attractions from poker to a scandalous speakeasy, the MITA Charity Casino Night celebrated the Roaring ‘20s in style on Oct. 20.

The event from the Marijuana Industry Trade Association added plenty of Gatsby-esque glamor to The Monarch in Scottsdale, where the cannabis trade group hosts its monthly networking sessions. Guests enjoyed a variety of table games, a silent auction, networking and prizes for the most authentic outfits.

The event also raised funds for the Hawai'i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund, which is supporting people impacted by the Maui wildfires in August.

On Monday, MITA hosts its monthly business networking session but with some Halloween flair with the Sneakers 2nd Annual Halloweed Costume Contest. The event also takes place at The Monarch.

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Jacob Macklin plays "War" with attendees that visited the Camino promo table for a chance to win a tin of cannabis-infused gummies.

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Card games for cannabis prizes.

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Julianna Diamond, Brandy Beck and Omylinette Torres pose with Abstrakt merchandise they won at the Abstrakt's prize table.

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One of the many gift baskets up for grab to anyone willing to enter into the raffles and silent auctions.

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Fernando Rojas, Leonel Rojas and Manuel Arreola showcasing swag and free merchandise provided by sponsors and MITA member companies.

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Abstrakt's Priscilla Reyes presents a prize winner with Abstrakt's very own "Breakfast Box," a selection of three breakfast-themed vape cartridges.

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The night was presented by Abstrakt, one of MITA's industry leading members.

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As the wheel spins, these ladies place their bets.

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Free Dutchie swag.

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Julianna Diamond and Brandy Beck test their luck in a game of blackjack in the Casino room.

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Laura Gonzalez offers pre-rolled Dutchie joints to MITA members and guests.

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Larissa Ybarra enters a silent auction.

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An array of cannabis-infused vegan gummies will be included in a Kiva gift bag for the raffle winner.

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Colby and Sarah Nichols from Scottsdale try their hands at poker.

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Kyler Boswell informed and educated guests about Abstrakt's recent collaboration with Queen Creek Olive Mill and their new line of cannabis-infused olive oil.

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Barbie, Lillian, Lilia, Janie and Jodie capture the spirit of the Roaring '20s with their feathered headbands and flapper dresses.

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Alyssa Carter, Wes Donahoe and Laura Gonzalez offering guests free pre-rolls from Dutchie.

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