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- Sun Dec 17, 2017 3:53 am
- Forum: 2017 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12/13/17 - Chicago Bulls Star Wars night
- Replies: 1
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12/13/17 - Chicago Bulls Star Wars night
Thanks to all who attended the Chicago Bulls Star Wars Night event at the United Center. I was not there and only acted as EvCo - so I have no photos. Participant list for TOD (in no particular order) 21083 - Brian Salisbury 21470 - Chris Stewart 8596 - Matt Frysztak 21200 - Kelly Baldridge 45456 - ...
- Sun Dec 17, 2017 3:41 am
- Forum: 2017 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-16-17 - Frankfort-Boy Scouts viewing TLJ
- Replies: 1
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12-16-17 - Frankfort-Boy Scouts viewing TLJ
The MWG and NSB were invited to attend a private viewing of "The Last Jedi" at the Emagine theater in Frankfort. Our appearance and the movie (two theaters full) were a special reward to the local Boy Scout Troop for their efforts in their annual popcorn sale fundraiser. I am very thankful to the pa...
- Mon Dec 04, 2017 2:32 am
- Forum: 2017 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-4-17 - ToyCon Charity Toy Show
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2689
12-4-17 - ToyCon Charity Toy Show
Since at least 2004 the MWG has been asked to attend the annual ToyCon Charity Toy Show to benefit Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation which provides toys and gift cards (for older kids) for children undergoing treatments in hospitals across the country. If you have done an event at Lurie o...
- Thu Dec 22, 2016 1:33 pm
- Forum: 2016 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-16-16 Chicago Bulls Game appearance
- Replies: 1
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12-16-16 Chicago Bulls Game appearance
I was coordinator, but did not go to this event. I did ask for photos to be uploaded to the MWG Photobucket album I made, but so far no one has put any photos there. For TOD purposes: Kylo : Aaron Brigman Chicagovader SL2875 R2 and handler Aaron Treble Princess Leia Blair Douglass ladysolo ID: 12226...
- Wed Dec 07, 2016 6:06 am
- Forum: 2016 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-4-16 Toy Con Charity Show
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2501
Re: 12-4-16 Toy Con Charity Show
Updated with charity information..
direct and indirect funds...
direct and indirect funds...
- Mon Dec 05, 2016 1:43 am
- Forum: 2016 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-4-16 Toy Con Charity Show
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2501
12-4-16 Toy Con Charity Show
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2016/2016%2012-4%20Toy%20Con%20Charity%20Show/IMG_9883_zpsj2qt2lu7.jpg Our annual Christmas gathering in Bridgeview for Children's Treasure Chest for Pediatric Oncology. This show benefits Children's Treasure Chest for Pediatric Oncology and ...
- Sat Jul 09, 2016 5:05 am
- Forum: 2016 Mission Reports
- Topic: 07/08/16 New Lenox Relay For Life
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1646
07/08/16 New Lenox Relay For Life
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2016/2016%2007-08%20New%20Lenox%20Relay%20For%20Life/IMG_8852_zpsrdutalxv.jpg http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2016/2016%2007-08%20New%20Lenox%20Relay%20For%20Life/13557812_10153523978470213_8678596456018720400_n_zps1w...
- Fri Feb 19, 2016 5:17 am
- Forum: 2016 Mission Reports
- Topic: 02/18/16 - New Lenox Relay for Life kick off
- Replies: 1
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02/18/16 - New Lenox Relay for Life kick off
http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa304/schphgochi/Star%20Wars%20Missions%202016/New%20Lenox%20RFL%20Kick%20Off%202-18-2016/IMG_7971_zpsgl2vwc9x.jpg The Midwest Garrison and Nar Shaddaa Base were asked to participate in the kick off event for the New Lenox Relay for Life event. The RFL is in July ...
- Fri Jan 15, 2016 5:30 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-11 and 12-12 - Martino Jr. High Toys For Tots
- Replies: 6
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Re: 12-11 and 12-12 - Martino Jr. High Toys For Tots
Don't worry Phyllis I'm sending it to the legion and adding it to the numbers on our boards too. I think the way the Legion Charity Rep wanted to change things was confusing and no clear direction was ever give so I am still operating under your tutelage. Thanks for your kind words... I did try to ...
- Thu Dec 17, 2015 8:04 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-11 and 12-12 - Martino Jr. High Toys For Tots
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6374
Re: 12-11 and 12-12 - Martino Jr. High Toys For Tots
According to the organizers: Hi Phyllis, we ended up raising $3,100 for Toys for Tots plus all the toys we collected I have been out of the loop a bit since I left the position of Charity Rep...ordinarily this $$ donation would have been an "indirect" donation... however.. as I understand it... the ...
- Sun Dec 13, 2015 4:37 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-11 and 12-12 - Martino Jr. High Toys For Tots
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6374
12-11 and 12-12 - Martino Jr. High Toys For Tots
This weekend I coordinated a "double header" (triple header for me as Thursday night I was at the venue setting up the Hoth Vidscreen, Artoo and Hoth Trench Trooper costume) at New Lenox's Martino Jr. High's Toys for Tots/Star Wars Museum event. Friday night I was thrilled to have Jessica Hudak and ...
- Sun Dec 06, 2015 4:23 pm
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12-6-2015-ToyCon Charity Show-Bridgeview
- Replies: 1
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12-6-2015-ToyCon Charity Show-Bridgeview
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2015/2015%2012-06%20Toy%20Con%20Charity%20Toy%20Show/IMG_7677_zps2yjt2qya.jpg Each year starting in 2004, December means the ToyCon Charity Show in Bridgeview. Our mission at this event has always been to raise some money for Children's Treas...
- Tue Dec 01, 2015 5:47 pm
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 12/1/2015 Lurie Children's Hosp-Master Your Force
- Replies: 4
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12/1/2015 Lurie Children's Hosp-Master Your Force
Lucasfilm/Disney has launched a new series of visits to children's hospitals nationwide called "Master Your Force". These visits are orchestrated with participating hospitals, Disney Volunt-ears, Lucasfilm employees, and members of the costuming groups. The Midwest Garrison and Nar Shaddaa Base were...
- Sun Oct 11, 2015 2:35 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 10-10-15 Star Wars Reads Mokena Public Library
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1676
10-10-15 Star Wars Reads Mokena Public Library
http://i1099.photobucket.com/albums/g395/MidwestGarrison/2015/2015%2010-10%20Star%20Wars%20Reads%20Mokena%20Library/IMG_7331_zps5gen11ru.jpg My thanks to Steve Mamman (TK7345) and his Padawan (Leo) for joining me and Artoo at the Mokena Public Library for their first "Star Wars Reads Day". A small ...
- Sat Aug 29, 2015 8:10 am
- Forum: The Armory
- Topic: ANOVOS TK ARMOR introduction workshop
- Replies: 60
- Views: 46559
Re: ANOVOS TK ARMOR introduction workshop
If it's not too late to sign up, I'd like to attend with my husband. He'll be helping me with my armor. Laura...hope you are still going...it is open to all... and.. I may join you and sit in a corner with a certain costume pattern and trace it for you... I will be in the area at an urban farm near...
- Sun Aug 23, 2015 5:00 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 08/22/2015- Mokena MakerFaire
- Replies: 1
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08/22/2015- Mokena MakerFaire
Many thanks to MWG member Dave Klima and Robert Redden ( and me )... along with NSB members Laura Smith, Pat Phinney, .. and a couple of our droids.....Artoo Gochi and Robert's BB8 who attended the Mokena MakerFaire. This is not a con but rather an event to showcase people who "make stuff". The orga...
- Mon Jun 29, 2015 4:15 am
- Forum: The Armory
- Topic: ANOVOS TK ARMOR introduction workshop
- Replies: 60
- Views: 46559
Re: ANOVOS TK ARMOR introduction workshop
UPDATE!!! The top meeting room at the Joliet Library has been reserved for us. The date is SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2015. 10AM-2PM [/b] We are not allowed to have food or refreshments in the meeting room, but I will see if perhaps we can use another room to order sandwiches or other refreshments for a ...
- Fri Jun 19, 2015 8:04 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 04/11/15 SAT - Cancer Medical Expense Fundraiser - Peoria
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2143
Re: 04/11/15 SAT - Cancer Medical Expense Fundraiser - Peori
great job everyone!!
- Fri Jun 19, 2015 8:03 am
- Forum: 2015 Mission Reports
- Topic: 05/16/15 - South County Mo - Meghans Birthday Party
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2575
Re: 05/16/15 - South County Mo - Meghans Birthday Party
Nicely done!!!!
- Tue May 12, 2015 5:49 am
- Forum: The Armory
- Topic: Attn: Biker Scouts
- Replies: 30
- Views: 34787
Re: Attn: Biker Scouts
looks GREAT...
yeah...
I am bummed...
I put a lot of work into my piece ...and tried to work with dimensions as they were given in tutorials re: that detonator...
what I didn't know is that the detonators currently available appear to be smaller than the dimensions I was working with...
yeah...
I am bummed...
I put a lot of work into my piece ...and tried to work with dimensions as they were given in tutorials re: that detonator...
what I didn't know is that the detonators currently available appear to be smaller than the dimensions I was working with...