Troopers from the 501st Legion and the Rebel Legion attended the eighth year of the Cumberland County Librari-Con in Fayetteville, NC. The troopers also presented a costuming panel where they shared the secrets of professional Star Wars costuming. Pictures: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set … 072&type=1 Chad P. – X-wing Pilot / Obi Wan Ep III Jane W. – […]
August 2014
Aug 30-31 Cosplay America Con (Raleigh)
Troopers from the Carolina Garrison met at the 2014 Cosplay America convention in Raleigh NC. We were invited to do two panels about the 501st, two photo-shoots and we were treated like rock stars! 501st approved costumes members: Jon McClay // Boba Fett Ernie Ruffin // Boba Fett Brandon Hurley // Imperial Officer Austin Tyner […]
Aug 9 -“Page to Screen” Barnes & Noble (Cary)
Barnes and Noble get pop culture event in Cary NC felt the force once again, despite the rain. As Vader made his way threw the store with a couple of Tk’s watching his back, everyone could feel his presence. Officer’s were patrolling the area just is case someone got out of hand, then they would […]
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Aug 9, 2014 Owensby Wedding Reception
Lord Vader and his personal escort attended the Owensby wedding reception in Greensboro, NC 2014. Troopers in attendance: Austin T, Stormtrooper Jerry S, Darth Vader Brian D, Biker Scout Handlers/Photographers Brandi K Leslie D […]
Aug 9th – Bands, Brews & Books Charlotte
We had a good evening hanging out with locals in the Charlotte area, taking pics and chatting with folks, all while helping to raise money for Classroom Central (http://www.classroomcentral.org), a charity that helps raise money to purchase school supplies for classrooms in poverty-stricken areas. Many thanks to those who came and helped out:1. Jerry S (Vader)2. […]
Leicester Library SW Reading – Asheville Area
Awesome event at a local small town public library! Ton of kids showed up and completely surprised myself and Renee! Arts and crafts tables were set up along with a photo area and star wars themed snacks. It was great! Trooper in attendance: Sean Coughlin T.I. 9014 Wrangler in attendance: Renee Hill as an Imp. […]
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Aug 1 – Charleston Children’s Museum
This was my 4th trip to the Children’s Museum for Star Wars. I picked up Taylor Seay on the way there, but his flight suit was misplaced, so he didn’t get suited up until later (when my camera battery was dead). As usual, the kids had Star Wars related activities and games all week with […]