Oh Halloween, the perfect occasion to reminisce about your youth. The air is crisp,the side walks are covered with a mosaic of rich yellow and red leaves,and the smell of warm apple cider with spiced cinnamon lingers in the air. Although you may be far from home, there is no reason not to bring a little Halloween cheer to your dorm this autumn. While strolling down the decorations aisle, you might normally reach for paper streamers, styrofoam and string lights; however, this Halloween, opt for more traditional and dare I say spooky decorations.
Get Naughty with Nature
Instead of spending all your hard earned money to buy crappy plastic decorations, go for a more natural look by decorating with pumpkins, corn husks, leaves, branches, flowers, and hay. Just swing by your local farmers market or just step outdoors and let the shopping begin. Your dorm will look awesome and you can put that extra cash towards another round at the bar.
A little Mood lighting Please
If your dorm isn't strict or has regulations about using candels, light up your crypt with flickering pumpkins filled with soy and beeswax candels. Candels made from paraffin wax release toxic chemicals into the air . If you are going to use string lights, use LED lights. They use way less energy. I suggest only keeping them lit when you are there to enjoy them. There is no reason to waste energy.
Its My Party and I'll Die If I Want To
Host your own green Halloween party. Use paper plates and cups from brands that are recycled and recyclable. Instead of using tons of small plastic goody bags, opt for large bowls for guests to enjoy refreshments and snacks. Advertise the party electronically, through sites such as Facebook, email or E-vite, instead of using fliers. Let's be honest, what's a college party without beer. Instead of buying beers that have been shipped from Belgium, requiring lots of fuel and ecological waste, buy beers that are local.
If your dorm isn't strict or has regulations about using candels, light up your crypt with flickering pumpkins filled with soy and beeswax candels. Candels made from paraffin wax release toxic chemicals into the air . If you are going to use string lights, use LED lights. They use way less energy. I suggest only keeping them lit when you are there to enjoy them. There is no reason to waste energy.
Its My Party and I'll Die If I Want To
Host your own green Halloween party. Use paper plates and cups from brands that are recycled and recyclable. Instead of using tons of small plastic goody bags, opt for large bowls for guests to enjoy refreshments and snacks. Advertise the party electronically, through sites such as Facebook, email or E-vite, instead of using fliers. Let's be honest, what's a college party without beer. Instead of buying beers that have been shipped from Belgium, requiring lots of fuel and ecological waste, buy beers that are local.
Check out this link to find a listing of local breweries in your area.
Reverse Trick or Treating
Ever wish you could still go door to door Trick or Treating without looking like a pedophile ? Here's your chance. Global Exchange is helping educate adults about Fair Trade cocoa by allowing you to hand out Fair Trade chocolates when you go Trick or Treating . The chocolates are attached to information cards that shed light on child labor and low wages present in the cocoa industry. You can help make a difference while reliving your favorite childhood pastime.
Be a Witch not a Bitch ... (http://www.globalexchange.org/fairtrade/campaigns/cocoa )
Ever wish you could still go door to door Trick or Treating without looking like a pedophile ? Here's your chance. Global Exchange is helping educate adults about Fair Trade cocoa by allowing you to hand out Fair Trade chocolates when you go Trick or Treating . The chocolates are attached to information cards that shed light on child labor and low wages present in the cocoa industry. You can help make a difference while reliving your favorite childhood pastime.
Be a Witch not a Bitch ... (http://www.globalexchange.org/fairtrade/campaigns/cocoa )
Spooky Eats
Of course chips and popcorn are easiest when throwing a small dorm party, but why not throw in some veggies, hummus, whole wheat pita bread and fresh fruits. They are relatively inexpensive, are nutritious and are easy to clean up. Believe me, cleaning carrots off your couch is a hell of a lot easier than cleaning greasy, orange powdered , Doritos or that anonamous white stain that you have no idea what it is :) You can find locally grown produce from farmers markets or your neighboorhood grocery store.
What is old is new again
Why waste money buying some plastic, polyvinyl, chemical containing costume. Instead, look to local thrift or vintage shops to put together this years ensemble or get togther with girl friends to trade old costumes. You'll save money, and won't look like every other girl... this works great with dates and old boy friends too .
Go Balls Out
Go Balls Out
No matter what age you are, enjoy yourself. Life is supposed to be fun and exciting. Let loose and relax, but be a conscious partier. Don't be wasteful. Think about having fun in a way that won't leave such a heavy carbon footprint. Have that extra beer, but drink it in reuseable mug or even better, your own personal pimp cup. There is nothing better than having guilt free fun !Be a leader in educating friends and family about easy ways to save the environment and make a difference. In the words of Gandhi " be the change you wish to see in the world."
Be safe, have fun and in the words of my mother " have someone check the goodies before they go into your mouth." :) Ladies I'm talking to you.
Happy Halloween !
Peace
Veggies
& Rock'n Roll
Love,
Happy Healthy Hippie
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