GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — A Massachusetts cannabis company is opening the state's sixth recreational marijuana dispensary Friday, and it's the closest yet to the Capital Region.

Theory Wellness currently operates two medical marijuana dispensaries in the state, with shops in Great Barrington and Bridgewater. Starting Friday, the Great Barrington shop, located just over the state line about an hour's drive from Albany, will also begin selling recreational products to customers over the age of 21.

"I'd say we get at least a dozen, if not more, calls each day from folks in the Albany area who are very interested in visiting us," said CEO Brandon Pollock.

Massachusetts' path to legalizing recreational marijuana has provided a road map for New York leaders wondering just how much demand there is for legal pot in the Empire State. The first legal pot shops in the neighboring state opened in November, with lines of customers that stretched blocks and portable toilets set up outside to accommodate them.

While Pollock said he expects long lines for his shop's opening weekend, he said they've tapered off at other dispensaries as time wears on.

To accommodate the weekend rush, he is urging customers to dress for the cold as they may be forced to wait outside for some time before getting in. He is also urging them to consult the company's website, which contains a map of parking that will be available in the area.

"Since early December, Theory has been working with the town of Great Barrington, the local police department, and surrounding businesses to ensure a seamless opening," the company said in a news release. "With hundreds of parking spaces available, the company does not anticipate any issues with traffic on Friday.

The shop, located at 394 Stockbridge Road, will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. On Friday, staff will post hourly updates to the company's Twitter page to give would-be customers a sense of how long the lines are.

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced in January he will push for recreational marijuana legalization this year, after a study by the state Health Department last year concluded the benefits of legalization outweighed possible harms. The state Legislature, which opened session Wednesday, is gearing up to debate the issue.