District Blog

As research and development of the ever-popular wellness ingredient, CBD, continues to expand, experts have coined the term ‘entourage effect’ to describe the health advantages it has to offer its users. In this blog, we’ll explain what this scientific phenomenon is, and how you can try it out for yourself.

What is the ‘entourage effect’?

The entourage effect is how the different extracts from the cannabis plant (cannabinoids, terpenes, and essential oils) work together to amplify the benefits of each component to create a luxurious, therapeutic experience free from any unwanted psychoactive side effects. The synergistic interaction between these elements makes CBD an effective, natural solution for managing a myriad of ailments.

The elements of the entourage effect

Three main components make up the famous entourage effect: cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids.

Cannabinoids

Cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are the two most prevalent compounds of the cannabis plant. Both promote stress reduction, mental clarity, calmness, and regulate several physiological bodily processes (sleep, hormone production, appetite, mood, concentration, etc.). Other cannabinoids commonly extracted from the cannabis plant are cannabinol (CBN), cannabigerol (CBG), and cannabichromene (CBC). However, THC is the only cannabinoid that produces intoxicating effects, which is why it’s classified as a psychoactive drug.

As of January 2023, the legality of CBD remains in flux. Currently, CBD products are required to meet strict FDA safety standards to be categorized under dietary supplements and food additives. Nonetheless, all types of cannabinoids can contribute to the entourage effect.

Terpenes

Terpenes are the chemical compounds found in the cannabis plant responsible for its signature poignant aroma. Beyond their sensory impact, terpenes contain other mood-enhancing and anti-inflammatory properties that enrich the overall effectiveness of CBD.

Flavonoids

Flavonoids, or the phytonutrients found in the cannabis plant, promote cell production and contain antibacterial properties that help fight free radicals and infection. Combined with the elements above, these metabolites give the entourage effect a boost, taking your experience to the next level.

Ready to try the...Read More

Temperatures are dropping and the days are getting shorter. If the shift has thrown you out of whack, we hope today’s blog perks you up just a little, and serves as your reminder to prioritize self care. But how, you might ask? Let’s discuss five daily wellbeing tips you can use to support your physical, mental, and emotional health through any seasonal transition.

5 daily wellbeing tips for self care

Get cozy

Colder weather and less sunlight = priming your home environment for ultimate comfort. Some ways you can do this are by rearranging your living space to feature accessories like fuzzy socks, blankets, plush pillows, and your favorite coffee mugs. Pick up that book you’ve been wanting to read for months, or create a watchlist on your preferred streaming app.

One of our favorite ways to get comfy indoors is with a luxurious bath. When was the last time you completely relaxed and unwound in a nice, warm tub? We bet it’s been a while. To set you up for success, we recommend using an ergonomic bath pillow, a tray that can hold snacks, beverages, and technology like this one, and these five-star CBD bath bombs to enhance your experience.

Uh-oh, did you forget someone on your shopping list? Do not despair. There's always gift cards. Lucky for you, we have a directory of gift cards you can buy from your favorite Downtown Campbell retailers and restaurants.

Downtown Campbell Gift Cards

The Downtown Campbell Gift Ideas Gallery is up for 2023! Anything you buy in Downtown Campbell or through this gift ideas gallery supports a small locally owned business that is a key element of what makes your community what it is. When you buy a gift through a local mom and pop retailer, your gift is a gift to your community as well as a gift to a loved one.

View Gift Ideas Gallery

From now until the New Year, you can get a $60 gift cards at Blue Line Pizza for only $50! That's a 20% bonus! Just use the offer code GCHOLIDAY2023 to claim your discount when you order your gift cards from Blue LIne Pizza.

When selecting the amount of the gift card you wish to purchase, you can enter in any multiple of $60 up to $240 and receive the 20% bonus when you check out with the GCHOLIDAY2023 offer code. You must enter the offer code to receive the discount.

Discount breakdown

• $60 cards are $10 off ($50)
• $120 cards are $20 off ($100)
• $180 cards are $30 off ($150)
• $240 cards are $40 off ($200)

You can also enter an amount that isn't a multiple of $60, but you will only receive a $10 bonus per $50 your spent. This means if you order a $100 card, you will only get $10 off. To get the full 20% bonus, the gift card amount has to reach $120.

It’s officially December, so you know what that means! Everyone is shopping for the best gifts to give their loved ones. If you like to give gifts that are as functional as they are thoughtful, wellness products are the way to go. In this blog, we’re taking the legwork out of holiday shopping for you with this comprehensive guide to all our favorite local CBD products in Silicon Valley.

CBD is a thoughtful and trendy holiday gift for just about anyone because of its versatile use and ease to incorporate into a daily routine. Whether the recipient is into culinary arts, luxurious self-care, stress management solutions, or natural remedies for physical pain and discomfort, we have the perfect gift suggestion. CBD products also pair great with other wellness items if you’re looking for a more grandiose gesture, like combining multiple products into a kit or gift basket. As the Best CBD Store in all of Silicon Valley rated by Mercury News in 2023, we’re here to steer you in the right direction and make your shopping experience as seamless as possible. Without further ado, let’s get into it!

The Best Local CBD Products For Your 2023 Holiday Gifts

For the self-care queen

CBD Bath Bombs

Max out on wellness by soaking in a CBD-infused bath. Not only is a good bubble bath the ultimate way to relax the mind, but these CBD bath bombs will help rejuvenate the skin from head to toe to reveal a radiant and supple surface.

Buy now: Kush Queen Bath Bombs ($15)

Tincture Trio

...Read More

Keep your child's holiday break packed with excitement at Campbell Recreation! From Winter Wonderland Engineering with LEGO to World Cup Soccer, Tennis TDA Rally, and Discovery Archery – we've got the perfect mix of fun and learning. Hurry, register now to ensure your child stays busy and entertained all holiday long!

The Retro Fix II TURBO in Downtown Campbell, is the Bay Area's largest go-to shop for classic retro gaming and Japanese collectibles. You'll find it all here, from the original Nintendo and SEGA Genesis to the PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Godzilla, Pokemon, Ultraman, to Gashapon and beyond.

It's also a super chill gaming lounge located inside a historic building that has a colorful history of its own. At the Retro Fix, you can kick back on a couch, rent game stations of all varieties by the hour, order restaurant food and drinks, and enjoy your favorite games. They even have gaming stations with large CRT TV screens for those of you who want to experience the old school games exactly as they were meant to be played.

They also host events for gaming and collectibles enthusiasts with weekend swap meets specifically for toy collectors, anime lovers, and retro gaming enthusiasts (of course). In fact, they have a RetroMania swap meet coming up this December 10th from 11am to 5pm that'll feature modern and retro gaming vendors and probably some sellers of collectibles too.

The Retro Fix II TURBO is located in Downtown Campbell at 400 E. Campbell Ave.

Coming to our Carol of Lights winter festival this Saturday? Let's have some fun with ugly sweaters! Wear the ugliest, most beautifully hideous and hilarious ugly holiday sweater you have!

Downtown Campbell is going to be full of that festive Downtown Campbell energy this Small Business Saturday and we have a fun way to help you explore our shops. Just pick up a Downtown Campbell Small Business Saturday Passport at any of the 13 locations listed below and visit the locations to collect stamps.

At the end of your visit, turn in your completed fully stamped passport for a chance to win a $100 gift card. No purchase is necessary to win.

Regardless of if you win a prize or not, the passport will still be a fun way to explore Downtown Campbell because it'll take you to straight to the best deals and special activities that will be going on this Saturday.

Participating Businesses

• Besties Boutique
• Bombshell Boutique
• Cloud City Supply
• Florra
• La Pizzeria
• Momstera Lounge
• Nox Cookie Bar
• Recycle Bookstore
• Redemption
• Rise and Peak
• Simply Smashing
• Tessora's Barra di Vino
• Therapy

Our Carol of Lights celebration is coming up in two weeks and we need some volunteers to help us make the event special for the kids and families who'll be here to enjoy the merriment of the holidays! We need people for our popcorn stands, the cotton candy stands, and as safety monitors around the kids play zones.

If you're available and want to help, we need people to help for 3.5 hours on Saturday, December 2nd from 3:30pm to 7pm. Just register using our Volunteer Registration Form and we'll contact you and assign you the role of your choosing.

Volunteer Signup Form:
https://www.downtowncampbell.com/downtow.../volunteer-signup