New Jersey’s spree of licensed cannabis dispensary openings continues, with the latest launches in Lakehurst and Bloomfield.

The state is now home to more than 100 legalized dispensaries. Of that total, the majority have come on line over the past year.

Blue Oak Dispensary

Located at 1025 Broad St., woman-owned cannabis boutique Blue Oak Dispensary will welcome customers beginning Feb. 25.

The store is staffed by expert sales specialists and offers a loyalty program. It features a range of high-quality flower, concentrates, edibles, pre-rolls, vapes, tinctures and topicals.

Blue Oak is designed to be more than just a retail destination. The dispensary seeks to elevate community wellness by providing personalized educational resources for holistic well-being.

Danielle Wildstein, owner and chief executive officer, said, “We’re dedicated to offering a safe, inclusive and welcoming space where people can explore the positive impacts of cannabis on their well-being.”

“Our mission goes beyond product provision; we’re here to empower our community through cannabis education. Blue Oak aims to foster an environment where individuals can thrive by embracing the positive impact of cannabis and cultivating their personal cannabis journey,” she said.

Work experience

Prior to Blue Oak, the Scotch Plains entrepreneur and mother of three spent more than two decades in human resources.

From her beginnings as a management consultant at Accenture, Wildstein excelled in diverse roles. Throughout her career she contributed significantly to mergers and acquisitions, clinical trials, new drug launches and supply chain integration for her pharmaceutical clients. Then, she transitioned to chief of staff positions supporting executives within the retail, film and fashion industries.

At Blue Oak, Wildstein’s background makes her equipped to ensure precision, innovation and community well-being in an industry that demands regulatory compliance, deep knowledge and customer-centric care.

A grand opening event is planned for Feb. 25 from noon to 4 p.m. Music, prizes, doughnuts and hot drinks are scheduled. RSVPs are requested. 

As part of the celebration, Blue Oak is launching an exclusive “Founders Club” program. The promotion gives a 20% discount on a customer’s first purchase on opening day. It also provides a consistent 20% discount on future purchases until they have saved $1,000.

Following the grand opening, Blue Oak is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Customers have the option of shopping in-store or receiving their orders via curbside pick-up.

High Profile Lakehurst

Located at 145 Route 70 in Lakehurst, High Profile Lakehurst opened Feb. 14 as Michigan-based multistate operator C3 Industries’ first retail shop in New Jersey. It is the MSO’s 24th dispensary nationwide.

High Profile Lakehurst carries a wide selection of curated premium cannabis strains and products. That includes bulk-bundle purchasing options for flower, pre-rolls, edibles, concentrates, vape cartridges, tinctures, topicals and gummies.

In addition to everyday low prices, the dispensary provides special discounts for seniors, veterans, medical card holders and cannabis industry workers. Its loyalty program also allows customers to earn points on every dollar spent that can be cashed out at any time.

Open daily 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., High Profile Lakehurst offers in-store sales, online ordering and curbside pickup. Additionally – since the location is a former Burger King – the business uses a drive-thru window to fill orders.

C3 Industries CEO and co-founder Ankur Rungta said, “The opening of our High Profile Lakehurst dispensary marks our entrance into the New Jersey cannabis market and the fifth state where High Profile is delivering high-quality, accessible cannabis offerings.”

“We are elated to begin serving the people of Lakehurst as well as communities across Ocean County and Central Jersey. We look forward to bringing more consumers across the country High Profile’s exceptional customer service, unique retail experiences and high-quality cannabis products at an accessible price point,” he said.

A grand opening celebration featuring product specials, vendor tables and food trucks kicks off March 15 and runs through St. Patrick’s Day weekend.

The MSO said it expects to open additional retail locations this year in New Jersey, but did not specify where. A representative for C3 Industries did not immediately respond to a request for more information.