Planning a 'Star Trek' Themed Halloween Party
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Whats a party without games? You don't become a popular nerd franchise without an equally nerdy selection of board games. For our party we've decided to dig up a couple of classics. Fans of TNG might remember this 1990's gem, Star Trek: The Next Generation Interactive VCR Board Game - A Klingon Challenge. Also a vintage 1990's TNG classic is How to Host a Mystery: Star Trek: The Next Generation. You can find both for sale on Amazon or eBay, a few still sealed inside the box. Fans of both Star Trek and the uber popular board game Settlers of Catan will likely find this exciting: Star Trek: Catan. I was a bit disappointed that it focused on the original series mostly, but with any luck they will get wise and deliver a Next Generation edition at some point. (ApartmentTherapy.com)
Growing up, we had a rule about Halloween and wearing purchased costumes; they simply weren't allowed. Halloween costumes absolutely had to be homemade. For our Halloween party the rule stands; we'll be getting together before the party to whip up some DIY TNG uniforms, but that doesn't mean you can't just go online and get a great Star Trek costume. Fans of The Next Generation will likely all have their favorite character. My personal favorite Will Riker wears the red uniform of a Commander. Fans of Data or Geordie will want to pick this gold uniform. For the ladies, we've got a passable doctor Crusher (don't forget the blue lab coat), or if you're more of an Ensign Ro Laren, this red ladies' jump suit should fit nicely. Let's not forget Deanna Troi, who mostly just rocked the low cut one piece jump suits… but to help you out. here is a decent wig tutorial for getting the Troi look. Of course, if for some odd reason you're more of a fan of classic Star Trek, or even worse Deep Space 9, there are costume options for you as well. This very mod classic gold mini dress uniform is pretty awesome, not to mention this adorable Spock costume for the kids. (ApartmentTherapy.com)
Foodie site Serious Eats offers a fan-tastic rundown of the food and drink of the Star Trek universe. Add some blue food coloring to some Vodka tonic (or use Blue Curacao) to make some Romulan Ale! Or serve spaghetti and call it Klingon Gagh (pretty much just live worms). (ApartmentTherapy.com)