The Midwest Garrison wants to wish YOU a very safe and happy Thanksgiving! We hope you enjoy time with your friends and family with a lot of amazing food! Featuring TI-36285 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #ThanksgivingDay @the501stlegion.bsky.social

Be sure to watch the Midwest Garrison walk in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day parade, Thursday, November 27th! The parade starts at 8am. If you can't see them in person, the parade will be broadcast on local Channel 2 and streamed online. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in congratulating Chris, TI-59651, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: Original Trilogy kit for the Jolly Roger Squadron Detachment. "TIE pilots served in the Starfighter Corps of the Imperial Navy by piloting the various TIE Series starfighters." #StarWars

Happy National Espresso Day! Because the Empire runs on caf! #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood

"Huh...I always thought his nickname was 'Sky Guy'." #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood

Our troopers in The 332nd Blurrg Squad have two big events happening this weekend! First, come out for a colorful holiday even as the troops attend the Festival of Lights Parade in East Peoria, IL. The Illinois Comic Con will also be happening on the 22nd and 23rd at the Peoria Civic Center.

TR-16019 is ready for a weekend of movie watching! #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social

Something seems a little off... but what could it be 🤔 Featuring TB-60090, TX-46712, TK-77751, TS-15311 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social

Due to budget cuts, the TIE Fighter training simulator program will be using...an older model...for our future pilots. #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501st #BadGuysDoingGood #501stlegion

Our troopers will be visiting the Vernon Area Public Library for their Mini Comic Con in Lincolnshire, IL on November 15th, from 10am-3pm. We hope to see you there! #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood

Please join us in congratulating Brandon, BH-21015, on being our Trooper of the Month! Brandon ran in the Chicago Marathon on October 12th and throughout the months leading up to the event, he raised funds more than $1500 towards Lurie Children's Hospital.

The Midwest Garrison attended the Chicago Toy and Game Fair in Rosemont this past weekend. In addition to bringing lots of smiles to all the families, our troops managed to raise $213 for Lurie Children's Hospital! Impressive! Most impressive! #StarWars #MidwestGarrison @the501stlegion.bsky.social

"....like a bantha!" #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood #kraytclandetachment @the501stlegion.bsky.social

For friends and supporters outside the Legion who would like to help, donations can be made here: ✨ bit.ly/CebuHelp Any assistance would be appreciated. 💛 #501st #StarWars #501stCares #CebuScarifGarrison #TyphoonTinoRelief #BadGuysDoingGood

The Philippines are being hit by Super Typhoon Tino. You can see some of the devastation on their ‪Facebook page‬: 501st Cebu Scarif Garrison. If you are a 501st member, you can donate to help their recovery efforts here: ✨ bit.ly/CebuRelief

The Midwest Garrison will be attending the ChiTAG Fair in Rosemont, IL November 8th & 9th for lots of family fun! If you'd like to be part of the fun, or would like to request an appearance, click the link to visit our website: midwestgarrison.com #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion

Halloween might have already passed, but DZ-12371 still has that spirit 🎃 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social @kraytclan501st.bsky.social

💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in congratulating Michael, TI-15311, on the approval of his TIE Pilot: 181st. "The 181st Imperial Fighter Wing was a fighter wing of the Galactic Empire's Imperial Starfighter Corps." #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert

A new outpost established on the forest moon! Our troopers stand ready for duty — the Empire never rests. ID-46712 of @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social #501st #501stLegion #StarWars #ImperialOfficer #ImperialOfficerCorps #IOC #ScanningCrew #ImperialCrew #DutyHonorEmpire #BadGuysDoingGood

💥MISSION REPORT💥 On Thursday, October 30th, the troopers were deployed to Huntley and Burbank for two spectacular Halloween events! We at the Midwest Garrison hope you all had an amazing time this past weekend celebrating Halloween and Dia de los Muertos! #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion

💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in congratulating Manfred, TX-21711, on getting his Shadow Stormtrooper armor approved for the 501st SpecOps Detachment. #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert @the501stlegion.bsky.social

We want YOU to join US! We are always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. Interested and wanting more information? Head over to www.501st.com to learn more! #BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion @the501stlegion.bsky.social

"I swear, I didn't eat THAT much candy!" TB-60090 & TK-20029 #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood @the501stlegion.bsky.social

Happy Halloween from the Midwest Garrison! Since we don't have any events scheduled this weekend (now THAT'S spooky!), the troops are out Trick or Treating the whole weekend! We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday! Photos courtesy of Terry Rice #Halloween

Happy National Cat Day from the 501st Midwest Garrison! 🐈 Featuring ID-24222 and IS-46712 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NationalCatDay @the501stlegion.bsky.social

💥UPCOMING EVENT💥 Come one, come all to the Elgin Halloween Extravaganza at the Elgin Police Department TONIGHT (October 28th) from 5-7pm. We will be patrolling around, ready for some awesome photo opportunities. We look forward to seeing you soon 😁 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion

💥EVENT WEEKEND💥 There were lots of Halloween events at the following events: -Trunk or Treat in Bartlett -Parents Place Halloween parade in Springfield -Upside Down Parade in Chicago -Trunk or Treat in Mansfield -Trunk or Treat in Carol Stream We also made a special appearance at a wedding!

It's time again to play "Caption This!"... work of art! #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood

We have four fun Halloween themed events happening this weekend! A pair of parades kick off the weekend with the Upside Down Parade in Washington Park, Chicago and The Parents Place 8th Annual in Springfield. On Sunday, two Trunk or Treat events take place in Carol Stream and Downtown Mansfield.

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 We are proud to announce our official Search & Destroy Team for the Spec Operations Detachment, the Cinder Specters! Including: TX-5206 - Robert TX-9293 - Thomas TX-15251 - Liz TX-24222 - Dan TX-46712 - Bobby TX-51705 - Jose TX-60090 - Paul TX-77751 - Bob TX-99006 - Daniel

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in congratulating Pete- DZ-91254, on the approval of his Jawa for the Krayt Clan Detachment! Jawas were a sentient species of meter-tall furry humanoids native to the Outer Rim desert world of Tatooine. #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert

💥IMPERIAL ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in congratulating Paul, TB-60090, on the approval of his Scout Trooper (The Mandalorian) armor for the 501st Pathfinders Detachment. #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #NewCostumeAlert @the501stlegion.bsky.social

💥MISSION REPORT💥 We made our appearance at 4 different events this past weekend! *Arts in the Dark Parade *MAW Walk - Elk Grove Village *MAW Walk - Lincoln Park *Degerberg Halloween Charity Incredible work troopers! @the501stlegion.bsky.social

We're detecting another game of "Caption This!"...these readings are off the charts! #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood

Not even the Dark Lord himself is ready to face Monday. @midwestgarrison501.bsky.social @the501stlegion.bsky.social #BadGuysDoingGood #SithLordDetachment #501stSithLords #SLD #starwars #lucasfilm #501stlegion #501st #DarthVader

On Saturday, The Midwest Garrison will be attending the 11th Annual Arts in the Dark Parade and be sure to find the troops in Westmont for the Trick or Treat Trail. Sunday we will be supporting the Make A Wish Walk events at the Lincoln Park Zoo and Elk Grove Village Busse Woods.

Even Lord Vader needs to start his day with a good old cup of joe! 🟥 SL-16019 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #BadGuysDoingGood

BH-60090 making sure to have enough credits to feed Grogu. All the frogs are starting to add up 👀 #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion #BadGuysDoingGood @the501stlegion.bsky.social

The Midwest Garrison made their appearances at two different troops The Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge and the Chicagoland Buddy Walk in Bolingbrook. If you'd like to be part of the fun, or would like to request an appearance, click the link to visit our website: midwestgarrison.com

TI-84786, Ryan is our Trooper of the Month! Ryan was nominated for his efforts in three different events. Ryan is a natural leader, who would man the booth, talk to many attendees informing them of our cause, and most importantly, making sure our troopers are taken care of.

If you love playing "Caption This!" so much, why don't you marry it! #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood @the501stlegion.bsky.social

CT-52705 and TX-99006 showing support for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital this past weekend in Bloomington, Illinois! Bad Guys Doing Good ❤️ #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion

On Saturday, October 4th, members of we welcomed a visitor that came all the way from the New Zealand Outpost 42 Garrison ! TK-42067 was doing a cross country trip with his family and asked if any troopers in IL wanted to meet up.

Over the weekend, the MWG attended 5 events, supporting very worthy causes. The Elk Grove Library Comic Con and the troops ended up raising money for Lurie's Children's Hospital and Second City Canine Rescue!

Are the troops trying to tell Vader something with that bowl of mints? Let's "Caption This"! #StarWars #501stmidwestgarrison #MidwestGarrison #501stlegion #501st #BadGuysDoingGood

We're off to a great start in October with 5 events this weekend! -The Elk Grove Village Comic Con -Champaign County's Down Syndrome Network Buddy Walk -The Across the Spectrum 5k -The St. Jude Walk -Peoria Walk for Wishes Hope to see you there!

This is the first place to go if you’re thinking about joining the 501st or just want to check out the costume standards. Easy to find, easy to use, and all in one place. We would be honored if you would join us! #501st #StarWars #NewCRL #CRLLibrary #JoinUs #BadGuysDoingGood

🚨Attention All Commands! The New CRL Website is Now Live! 🚨 We’re excited to share that the Costume Reference Library now has a brand-new home: 👉 crls.501st.com

This is YOUR sign to join the Midwest Garrison! We are always looking for new troopers to join our growing roster of members, and you can be part of it. Interested and wanting more information? Head over to www.501st.com to learn more! #BadGuysDoingGood #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion

💥GALACTIC ANNOUNCEMENT💥 Please join us in welcoming Harold, SL-24151 into the 501st Midwest Garrison with the approval of his Darth Vader (Empire Strikes Back) for the Sith Lord Detachment. We would he honored, if you would join us! #StarWars #MidwestGarrison #501stLegion