BIG THANK YOU to those that came out to the TFA Elk Grove Village premier on Friday. Guess what! We were a hit! :thumbs: Just received this from Classic Cinemas Corporate (sent to him by the EGV general manager): "This was an amazing event! All the costumes looked so great and the people in them wer...

Indeed! The support of my fellow troopers was MUCH appreciated!!!! THANKS AGAIN, team!!!!

On Sunday, December 13, National Karate of Elk Grove Village held their annual Kids Night Out event. This year the event had a Star Wars theme. 40 children were treated to pizza and games after they watched the Empire Strikes Back. The kids were thrilled to see the Stormtroopers, jawas and Jedi, but...

THANKS!!! What a crazy day!!!

On Saturday, November 21st, 13 members of the Midwest Garrison braved the snow storm to raise money for Second City Canine Rescue. Even though the weather was horrible, we still had many donors willing to brave the snow and come hang out with us. Cash donations were just over $200. At the same time,...

Welcome, mom! I guess your first taste of 'trooping' made an impression! LOL Together we will rule the galaxy as mother and daughter!!! LOL

Welcome to the FUN side! We are by you as well, in Elk Grove and LOVE hockey as well!!!

Wow! What a fun and VERY busy event. This was a two hour party in Woodfield Mall for Halloween. The MWG was there for one hour. Hundreds of children and adults dressed in costumes and went trick-or-treating to various stores within the mall. We were such a hit, that I think we will need to request s...

This was a surprise appearance for a Katie Brocato. Her husband, Paul, was planning a special surprise party for her 40th birthday. We were asked to come be a part of the surprise event. Our daughter, Jenna, was also invited and my mother, came as our jedi handler. The plan was for Jenna (our little...

Congrats and welcome!

Awesome! I hope to be able to troop this one next year!!!

Members of the Midwest Garrison appeared at Harper College's "Superheros Under the Stars" event. Although the event was moved inside, thus not 'under the stars', it was a very exciting, though small, event. The movie, "Guardians of the Galaxy" was shown. Guests were also treated to free popcorn, fac...

Looking forward to seeing your final outfit!

Welcome! Hang on for a WILD RIDE!

Troop 5.jpg This was a “Back to School” community event hosted by Banbury Fair. Throughout the 3 day event, there were numerous free activities for the kids including crafts, scavenger hunts and games. For a small fee, jump houses and train rides were available. The owners of Banbury Fair had reque...

Welcome!! My husband and I just finished our TK armor and were accepted into the 501st this past weekend. YES, it is AWESOME to be able to have a hobby you can share. In fact, our 8 year old wants to be a jawa, so we are looking into costumes for her. We are already having so much fun and look forwa...

GREAT!!! Thanks!!!!!

Hey, all! My husband are looking to purchase a jawa costume for our 8 year old so that she can join us on troops. Anyone know who I should speak to? Thanks!!!

AWESOME! Thanks, fellow troopers! This will be our first event with the MWG and we look forward to meeting you all!!!

Perhaps an obvious answer, but what is the dress for the MWG Formal on Jan. 24th? Are we talking suits or actual tuxedos?