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- Sun May 05, 2024 9:59 am
- Forum: Event Mission Reports
- Topic: 05/04/24 SAT - The Library Strikes Back - North Aurora
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05/04/24 SAT - The Library Strikes Back - North Aurora
Another May 4th/Free comic book day event among many. I reached out kind of last minute to the North Aurora Library to see if they would still like some troopers for their event. They were excited to have us. Even after explaining the amount of events happening during the day, I could only promise m...
- Sun Feb 25, 2024 2:11 pm
- Forum: Event Mission Reports
- Topic: 02/17/24 SAT - Chicago Wolves SW Night - Rosemont
- Replies: 1
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02/17/24 SAT - Chicago Wolves SW Night - Rosemont
Another Star Wars night for the Chicago Wolves is in the bag. We've been doing this troop for several years now, and it's always a good time. Once again we had a great turn out of troops, as well a packed stadium. We once again had photo back drops around the concourse and groups staged at these, as...
- Sat Sep 30, 2023 2:59 pm
- Forum: 2023 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/25/23 Fri - Bugs Pals Oaklawn Children's Hospital visit, Oaklawn, IL
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08/25/23 Fri - Bugs Pals Oaklawn Children's Hospital visit, Oaklawn, IL
Once again it was a successful troop for Bugs Pals at the Advocate Children's Hospital. We visited everyone we could, and handed out body pillows, books, and toys to all the children. Once again, still dealing with post COVID hospital visits, so we were restricted on number of troopers. Thanks to th...
- Sat Sep 30, 2023 2:31 pm
- Forum: 2023 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/20/23 - Montgomery Fest Parade = Montgomery, IL
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08/20/23 - Montgomery Fest Parade = Montgomery, IL
IT WAS HOT! Another successful troop walking in the Montgomery Fest parade. It was another super hot one, and I want to thank everyone who came out to brave the heat for the parade. The people really love having us out. Thanks to all who made it out, including Ted brining out the Maul Hauler, and th...
- Sun Jul 16, 2023 7:55 pm
- Forum: 2023 Mission Reports
- Topic: 05/07/23 - SUN - MS Walk - St Charles
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05/07/23 - SUN - MS Walk - St Charles
Once again we were asked to help cheer on the participants of the MS Walk in St Charles. This event has had the same event organizer for years, and she loves having us out to interact with the participants and cheer on the teams. We had a nice turn again this year, and I thank everyone who was able ...
- Sat Dec 17, 2022 12:19 am
- Forum: 2022 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12/11 SUN - LEGO Train Show/Toys for Tots-Wheaton/60189
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12/11 SUN - LEGO Train Show/Toys for Tots-Wheaton/60189
The Marines Toys for Tots drive, and Northern Illinois Lego train builders returned to Cantigny Park. We were joined by a few costumer clubs to help bring in the toy donations, and put some smiles on the fans faces.
Sunday Day 2
Steve M, 7345 Snow Trooper
Steve H, 31077 Rebel Fleet Trooper
Sunday Day 2
Steve M, 7345 Snow Trooper
Steve H, 31077 Rebel Fleet Trooper
- Sat Dec 17, 2022 12:14 am
- Forum: 2022 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12/10 SAT - LEGO Train Show/Toys for Tots-Wheaton/60189
- Replies: 1
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12/10 SAT - LEGO Train Show/Toys for Tots-Wheaton/60189
The Marines Toys for Tots drive, and Northern Illinois Lego train builders returned to Cantigny Park. We were joined by a few costumer clubs to help bring in the toy donations, and put some smiles on the fans faces. Saturday Day 1 Brian T, 8968 Tusken Heather A, 92819 Jawa Steve M, 7345 X-Wing Pilot...
- Thu Nov 10, 2022 11:27 pm
- Forum: 2022 Mission Reports
- Topic: 05/01/22 Sun - MS Walk - St Charles
- Replies: 1
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05/01/22 Sun - MS Walk - St Charles
After a couple years away, the event is back. Due to the pandemic, the MS Walk was cancelled. We have been doing this event since 2015. It has become a few trooper anniversary, and just a great event for a great cause. As always, a big hit at the event, we interacted with volunteers and participants...
- Tue Sep 27, 2022 2:47 pm
- Forum: 2022 Mission Reports
- Topic: 07/29/22 Fri - Bugs Pals Oaklawn Children's Hospital visit, Oaklawn, IL
- Replies: 1
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07/29/22 Fri - Bugs Pals Oaklawn Children's Hospital visit, Oaklawn, IL
We made it back to the Children's hospital with Bugs Pals. Everything has been on hold due to the pandemic. Dan was able to get this going, but we were restricted to only a few members. The hospital staff and of course the children were excited to see us again. We made several smiles break out throu...
- Tue Sep 27, 2022 2:22 pm
- Forum: 2022 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/21/22 - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery
- Replies: 1
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08/21/22 - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery
The Montgomery Fest reached out to us to have us in the parade again. We've been doing this one since 2014, minus the COVID days. So was excited to keep going. A huge thank you to everyone who showed up to help. Steve Hessler brought a prospective member and son, as well as his Mom flying the X-Wing...
- Thu Feb 17, 2022 10:04 pm
- Forum: 2022 Mission Reports
- Topic: 2022-02-12 SAT - Chicago Wolves SW Night - Rosemont
- Replies: 1
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2022-02-12 SAT - Chicago Wolves SW Night - Rosemont
Another successful Chicago Wolves Star Wars Night in the book! It was a couple years in the making, but we made it back. Once again, a nice turn out, and the Host and the Wolves organization were happy to have us. They took care of us with VIP parking, private dressing area, water, and even some Wol...
- Sun Nov 21, 2021 8:21 pm
- Forum: 2021 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/15/21 - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery
- Replies: 1
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08/15/21 - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery
Montgomery Fest once again asked for our participation in the parade this year. As always we were a huge hit with the people. Even though once again, it got a little hot this year, and the pace was... quick :shock: we managed another successful troop. Thanks as always to Ted for bringing the Mauler ...
- Fri Jan 24, 2020 11:03 pm
- Forum: 2019 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12/21/19 SAT - CLW Star Wars Movie event - Naperville
- Replies: 1
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12/21/19 SAT - CLW Star Wars Movie event - Naperville
This was the 2nd time we've done an event for the CLW, Children Leukemia Warriors. We did the The Last Jedi Premier for them as well. The group purchased one screen in the theater and invite children fighting leukemia, and their families to come watch the Rise of Skywalker free. We were let in the t...
- Fri Jan 24, 2020 10:48 pm
- Forum: 2019 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12/14/19 - SAT - Chicago Wolves Star Wars Night - Rosemont
- Replies: 1
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12/14/19 - SAT - Chicago Wolves Star Wars Night - Rosemont
The 5th year at the Chicago Wolves event, and we packed the house again. In spite of some hurdles, we were able to get a ton of different costumes and as usual, the fans loved us. Same as always, just walked around, taking photos and making smiles and memories. Thank you to all who made it out! I'll...
- Sun Sep 29, 2019 9:58 pm
- Forum: 2019 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/30/19 FRI Bugs Pals Children's Hospital Visit - Oaklawn
- Replies: 1
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08/30/19 FRI Bugs Pals Children's Hospital Visit - Oaklawn
Always a fantastic troop with Bugs Pals and Hope Children's Hospital. Bugs Pals had tons of books, toys, and pillows donated for us to hand out, as we went room to room visiting the children and their families. Not always an easy troop, but always a worthwhile troop. We put many smiles on the faces,...
- Sun Sep 29, 2019 9:46 pm
- Forum: 2019 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/11/19 SUN - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery
- Replies: 1
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08/11/19 SUN - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery
Once again we brought the awesome that is Star Wars to the Montgomery Fest parade. Weve been doing this one for a few years now, and we are always a big hit. Almost didnt happen this year due to missed emails between myself and the village, but we got it straightened out and had a good showing. Than...
- Sun Sep 29, 2019 9:26 pm
- Forum: 2019 Mission Reports
- Topic: 05/05/19 - MS Walk - St Charles IL
- Replies: 1
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05/05/19 - MS Walk - St Charles IL
This was our 5th year making it out to support the MS Walk. The Host and her husband are huge fans, and have asked us out for every event they've been in charge of. Thanks again for all those who made it out for a great cause. At the last point checked, the event raised $180K Steve - 7345 - X-Wing P...
- Sat Dec 15, 2018 11:00 pm
- Forum: 2018 Mission Reports
- Topic: 11/24/18 - SAT - Chicago Wolves Star Wars Night - Rosemont
- Replies: 1
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11/24/18 - SAT - Chicago Wolves Star Wars Night - Rosemont
This was our 4th year participating in the Chicago Wolves Star Wars night. They love having us, and take good care us. As per the norm, showed up early to suit up, and greet the fans at gates open. Then we milled about the concourse for the first 2 periods, before suiting down. Some enjoyed the game...
- Sat Dec 15, 2018 10:24 pm
- Forum: 2018 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/12/18 - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery IL
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08/12/18 - Montgomery Fest Parade - Montgomery IL
Think this was our 5th year doing the little local home town parade. Its a short one, but we dont sweat any less, LOL Thanks for everyone making it out this year. We are always a huge hit! Troopers: Steve, 7345 - A-Wing Pilot Ted, 36285 - Maul Trooper Tod, 60151 - Gunner Kelly, 21200 - Mara Jade Tim...
- Thu Oct 25, 2018 11:27 pm
- Forum: 2018 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/03/18 FRI - Bugs Pal Children's Hospital Visit - Oaklawn
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08/03/18 FRI - Bugs Pal Children's Hospital Visit - Oaklawn
Once again, we braved the tears, to bring the smiles to the Children at Hope/Advocate Children's Hospital in Oaklawn. This event first spear headed by Jody, and then passed to me once I became a member, has been handing out toys, books, and now wagons to the children for 8 years now. Thanks to all o...