A beautiful night in Itasca provided the stage for the Midwest Garrison to come out and support the Relay For Life Cancer walk. Thank you to all troopers who came out to support those who are battling themselves or helping someone to battle this terrible illness. Eric Werner TK 41551 Stormtrooper Te...

Until the terrible illness of cancer is eliminated, the Midwest Garrison will rally together and support those who come out and walk to raise money and support for those battling this awful disease. A gorgeous August night was the scene for great number of people that came to a Lake park in Oakbrook...

If there was ever an appearance that defined what the 501st Legion was meant to do, this was it. The Midwest Garrison received a call that a friend's nephew was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma ( a brain/nervous system cancer). His name is Chris Ellis and he is 4 years old. He didn't even know h...

Despite a frigid morning (34 Degrees BRRRRRRR!!), the Midwest Garrison was able put aside the cold weather to support a greater cause; Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. For the 9th consecutive year, the Midwest Garrison and Rebel Legion have set aside their differences and put forth their effort...

Wow!!! I didn't see your ear pics until now'!!! Outstanding!!!

Sorry I didn't see this earlier. You are probably going to want to undo your lower attachment as that is where your bottom ear screw needs to attach. As for gaps between the cap and face, it's perfectly normal. There is no such thing as these two pieces meeting perfectly no matter which helmet maker...

Look up doopy doos @ doopydoos.com.

I just messaged you back. PM me and I will shoot you my phone number. we can talk about everything you might have questions to.

I am looking for the 501st Legion patches both small (5 inches) and the large version. There are currently no runs open so if anyone has one that is lying useless in a box or drawer, can we talk????

With your stated size, I would look towards ATA or MTK (trooperbay) Some people carry their weight in different places. Ideally, you want the sides of your armor to close completely. The most accurate armors available from overseas have waist limitations without the use of shims to create a larger d...

I will call over there tomorrow but I seriously doubt they keep track of that. I am sure they just deliver the toys to a larger distributor. I can tell you that we had troopers in uniform from 9-2:30 both days. That's 5.5 hours X 18 troopers

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2013/2013%2012-14%20and%2015%20Cantigny%20Toys%20for%20Tots/NILTC_Cantigny_201311_zpsc1cb3471.jpg The Northern Illinois Lego Train Builders Club, Cantigny Park, Lego accessories suppliers, and the United States Marines once again accompanied ...

Nice work so far!

We never went inside any buildings however, we do a weekend of trooping inside in December.

New run is up and ready for orders!

Nice write up, Shannon!

Thank you, Eric! Additional material was purchased and a new run is underway.

Thank you for the follow up, Phyllis!!!!

http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2013/2013%2010-20%20MSABC/IMG_1053_zps97e5cc66.jpg WE WANT YOU TO HELP US STAMP OUT BREAST CANCER!!! This is an event that has touched many of our members; some more than others. Once again, The Rebel Legion and the 501st Legion united to do ...

Congrats Chris! Being official feels so much better!