After we talked about Ken Kesey's "Acid Test" parties, I could not stop thinking about them. The idea that groups of people got together with the intention of having a party with LSD in the addition of black lights, fluorescent paint, and strobe lights completely blew my mind. I can't even imagine why these parties don't exist any more, they sound like such a great time! I wish to host one myself, so I did some more research so I know my Acid Test will be one to remember (or not.. I mean, there will be a lot of LSD).
It seems that in order to host the perfect Acid Test I first need to make a poster so that everyone can be informed when this completely illegal event will take place. That's logical, right? When Ken Kesey hosted these parties flyers actually were posted telling everyone the date, time, and place. Some examples of these flyers:
Here's my Acid Test flyer:
Ken Kesek's Acid Test parties also gained a second name; The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test. They received this name because for drinks, the crazies drank out of baby bathtubs these of Kool-Aid spiked with LSD. Since Kool-Aid is involved, feel free to invite anyone under the age of 12 to this bash. Upon entry, everyone will receive a Kool-Aid Jammer. We will fill the straws with powdered LSD, and as you poke it through the juice box, they'll mix! I feel this is a better option because it's a little more sanitary than the bathtub. And I know it's on top of everyone's list of priorities to have a sanitary drug party.
People at these parties received "Acid Test Membership Cards:"
Upon entry at my party, everyone will get this new-age "Acid Test Membership Card:"
These cards should help everyone out of any sticky situations.
Ken Kesey also charged admission at his parties, and even he paid this charge. The admission price will be $3. This $3 includes entry into the party, your membership card, endless amounts of Kool-Aid and a good time.
WARNING: If you suffer from chronic seizures, you may want to hold out on this party. There will be a lot of strobe lights, in addition to many other "psychadelic" decorations!
RSVP as soon as possible! Hope you can come!
p.s. this is 100% a joke. I know since we're all AP English 12 students everyone will understand. But you can never be too careful!
Haley,
ReplyDeleteI loved this post. The entire idea was so creative and humorous. I thought it was great how you came up with the idea of an invite to your own acid party and the picture added a very nice touch. The statement at the bottom confirming the joke was also pretty great. Nice work!
Haley-
ReplyDeleteThis is so creative and awesome. I like how you actually researched these insane events because it is hard to believe they actually occurred. Your poster is so cool and also thanks for looking out for our safety through making your party more sanitary than the originals and including a warning in your details. Good job and count me in.(also a joke)