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Hello everyone, Hope you are all staying warm after all this snow! It is that time of year to start scheduling for our 2026 SPACE EXPO troop! This year’s event will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9AM – 3PM onsite at the museum (36 Perimeter Road, Windsor Locks, CT). The event will feature retired NASA astronaut Dottie Metcalf-Lindenberger as the keynote speaker with programs at 11AM &1PM; hands on programming from our education team; Cosmic Kids Challenge passports; open cockpits, and more! the event will be posted to the forums tonight. please also see the sign up sheet below that will be posted in all locations the event is shared. Please pick a shift! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UKi-ayWuybutXdX7wrDO26CsrDe1FKpvSPg5-xrzNto/edit?usp=sharing Topic is for discussion of event. To Sign up/RSVP for this event, please visit the calendar link: Space Expo

Hello friends in Connecticut! The Bridgeport Islanders are offering an open invitation to costumed fan groups to attend their event on January 24, 2026. This is approved by Lucasfilm. The contact information and details for the event are listed below. Please feel free to share these broadly with your clubs! Directly below is what we send to the Teams regarding Open Invites for Fan Group participation at sports games: All SW themed events with Major and Minor league teams are now considered OPEN INVITES. This means we do not have to cast and teams do not have to pay performers. Teams must welcome all fan groups on a first come basis and cannot ask for specific characters or specific amounts. They can set a maximum limit based on accommodations. Open Invites are just that: an invitation to fan groups to show up at an event in costume. Teams cannot direct fan group members to do any activities or be anywhere specific at any specific time - they may provide the groups with a list of activities to self-organize and participate in, but it is at fan group members’ own discretion. We strongly prefer that characters not throw out first pitches, participate in puck drops, sing the National Anthem or things of that nature – if they want, fan group members may escort a child or fan to the mound, etc., but must not be directed to do so. Characters should not hold, wear, sit in or stand on any branded item or logo, especially with a team emblem. The fan groups are welcome to be photographed with others wearing the team logo/brands or in front of signage featuring the team logo/brand, however. We strongly suggest that teams provide a handler/security for costumed fans during activities to ensure the safety and security of said costumed fans, to protect them from overzealous game attendees. Costumed fan groups must be referred to as members from their respective fan groups, and not as official SW/Disney/Lucasfilm characters. Please note that if you or your club members require a handler or handlers at the event, you must provide them yourself and not rely on handlers from other clubs to fulfill this responsibility. Please do not RSVP with LFL. The corresponding team contact is listed below if you and your members are interested. Spots fill up fast - not all fan groups will get to participate in events where there is a set limit, which are based on a teams’ bandwidth for accommodation. Fan Groups invited to attend: 501st Legion- Connecticut Garrison Rebel Legion- Kamino Base Mando Mercs- Firaxan Clan Droid Builders- Northeast Sector R2 Builders The Dark Empire- Ziost Temple Saber Guild- Kessel Temple Star Wars Morale Missions Mandalorian Protectors- House Mandokar Defenders Detachment Sith Dynasty- Eestran Temple Jedi Council of America Warriors of Mandalore- Kyr'tratu Cohort Bridgeport Islanders Star Wars Night 2026 Location: Total Mortgage Arena, 600 Main St Bridgeport, CT Parking location and details: Free parking across the street under the highway. Event date: 1/24/2026 Event start time & approx. end time: Doors open at 4PM, - Approx end at 7:30PM Call time: 3:00 PM Changing room details: Multiple rooms will be available for individuals to change in. Private areas can also be provided. RSVP by date: 1/1/2026 Topic is for discussion of event. To Sign up/RSVP for this event, please visit the calendar link: Star wars night Islanders game

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Event Name: Free Community Dinner Venue: Blackstone Library Venue address: 758 Main Street brandord , Connecticut 06512 USA Event Start: 6/24/25 - 5:00 p.m. Event End: 6/24/25 - 6:30 p.m. Event Website: www.communitydiningroom.org Expected number of attendees: 150 Requested number of characters: 5 Requested character types: Secure changing/staging area: Yes Can troopers carry blasters: Yes Can troopers carry/bring props like lightsabers and staffs: Yes Is parking available: Yes Is venue accessible to those with limited mobility: Yes Amenities available at venue: The appearance will be at the Town Green which is adjacent to the Town Hall in East Haven. We can provide a place to change, water, and dinner! Comments: It's a free community dinner sponsored by the local soup kitchen for low-income children and families. Topic is for discussion of event. To Sign up/RSVP for this event, please visit the calendar link: Community Dinner

Event Name: Star Wars 501st Legion at Barnes & Noble Venue: Enfield Barnes & Noble Store Venue address: 25 Hazard Ave Enfield, Connecticut 06082 USA Event Start: 08/16/2025 - 1:00pm Event End: 08/16/2025 - 3:00 pm Event Website: Will be posted on Barnes & Noble's Enfield social media - FB & IG. We'll also advertise in-store about a month before the event. Expected number of attendees: 75 +/- Requested number of characters: Requested character types: Secure changing/staging area: Yes Can troopers carry blasters: Yes Can troopers carry/bring props like lightsabers and staffs: Yes Is parking available: Yes Is venue accessible to those with limited mobility: Yes Amenities available at venue: Our restrooms are available for changing, but last year the characters changed into their costumes in our break room and all seemed comfortable with the space. The break room is right next to the bathrooms. We'll definitely have water and snacks available for the characters. I'm working on that. Comments: We will be advertising the event as something like Barnes & Noble in Enfield will be welcoming the Star Wars 501st Legion to our store on August 16th from 1:00-3:00. Stop by and meet some of these "Bad guys doing good things!" Topic is for discussion of event. To Sign up/RSVP for this event, please visit the calendar link: Star Wars 501st Legion at Barnes & Noble

Event Name: Nadeau/Rosito Wedding Venue: The Pavillion at Crystal Lake Venue address: 144 Prout Hill Rd #1, Middletown, CT 06457 Middletown, Connecticut 06457 USA Event Start: 10/24/25 - 5:15 pm Event End: 10/24/25 - 8 pm Event Website: https://www.ctweddinggroup.com/connecticut-wedding-venues/the-pavilion-on-crystal-lake/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp-pavilion Expected number of attendees: 130 Requested number of characters: 2 Requested character types: Secure changing/staging area: Yes Can troopers carry blasters: Yes Can troopers carry/bring props like lightsabers and staffs: Yes Is parking available: Yes Is venue accessible to those with limited mobility: Yes Amenities available at venue: Wedding venue has bride/groom suites available for changing. As vendors for the wedding, food and drink will be provided. Bathrooms readily availabe. Comments: The wedding of two nerds who would love to have 2 Storm Troopers from the garrison of the 501st legion deployed to keep order, take photos, and stand at attention as the bride and groom enter the reception for the first time as husband and wife. As guest vendors of the wedding, your food and drink will be paid for, CT wedding group is known for its amazing food. Please be ready to take pictures with 120+ guests (including children), bride, groom and wedding party. Wedding party will ignite 6 of the bride/groom's personal lightsabers as they enter the reception. Topic is for discussion of event. To Sign up/RSVP for this event, please visit the calendar link: Nadeau/Rosito Wedding

Event Name: Bristol Mum Festival Venue: Memorial Boulevard Park & Field Venue address: 70 Memorial Boulevard, Bristol, CT Bristol, Connecticut 06010-4122 USA Event Start: 9/27/2025 - 1:00 PM Event End: 9/27/2025 - 6:00 PM Event Website: BristolMumFestival.com Expected number of attendees: 25K Requested number of characters: 25 Requested character types: Secure changing/staging area: Yes Can troopers carry blasters: Yes Can troopers carry/bring props like lightsabers and staffs: Yes Is parking available: Yes Is venue accessible to those with limited mobility: Yes Amenities available at venue: Kessel Temple Saber Guild will also be at the event on Saturday, 9/27/25 from 1:00-6:00 PM. Kat may have reached out to you already. We offer a private changing area 14x14, food and beverages, and we have restrooms outdoors just for you and our staff. We also offer electric if needed. We also make a donation to one of your charities, like Ronal McDonald House, or other you might request. Comments: This is a family event that is in its 63rd year. We have music, carnival, 130+ street vendors, and 35 food vendors. We have activities for the families/kids, an art and cultural expo, car show, and several other venues. Something for everyone! Referred by: You have performed with us before. Kessel Temple Saber Guild had always coordinated with you in the past. We are going to promote a Star Wars Theme for that Saturday Topic is for discussion of event. To Sign up/RSVP for this event, please visit the calendar link: Bristol Mum Festival