Somerset Patriots To Host Star Wars Night on September 16
The Force is definitely with Somerset this September.
According to a press release issued by the Somerset Patriots, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, Star Wars Night is coming to TD Bank Ballpark on the final Friday night of the regular season, September 16 for the 6:35 p.m. game against the Portland SeaDogs (Boston Red Sox).
“Costumed characters from the films will be in attendance courtesy of the 501st Northeast Remnant and the Saber Guild Corellia.
The 501st Legion is an international costuming organization dedicated to celebrating Star Wars through the creation and use of quality costumes from the Star Wars universe. The Legion promotes interest in Star Wars and facilitates the use of these costumes for Star Wars-related events as well as contributes to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.
Saber Guild Corellia is a not-for-profit, LucasFilm-recognized Star Wars costuming group that specializes in choreographed lightsaber shows. They perform at charity and community events, as well as comic book and sci-fi conventions, all to raise money for charity and share their love of Star Wars with fans around the world.
Currently scheduled to appear Darth Vader, R2D2, Jawa, Biker Scout, Stormtrooper, Tuskan Raider, Jyn Urso, Princess Leia, Rey, Anakin Skywalker, Snow Trooper, and Shore Trooper.
Fans will be able to meet all the characters and take pictures with them on the main concourse throughout the game.
New to Star Wars Night will be an on-going story featuring performances by the Saber Guild Corellia. The program will begin at 6:00 pm and continue in-between innings with the grand finale immediately following the game.
Patriots players and coaches will be wearing exclusive Star Wars themed jerseys featuring fan-favorite Boba Fett. The jerseys will be auctioned off through an online auction hosted by MiLB Auctions to benefit The Brooke Healy Foundation and their work to fight pediatric cancer.
Throughout the game, fans will be able to enjoy music and clips from Star Wars films and play the Star Wars Scavenger Hunt during the game.
Fans are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Star Wars characters for the game.
22 Star Wars Gift Ideas That Don’t Require You To Visit A Galaxy Far, Far Away To Get Them
Darth Vader & Luke Skywalker Prayer Candles
Nothing says warmth and positive energy better than a nice prayer candle. Even if this beautiful prayer candle set features a father and son who sorta want to kill one another.
Do Not Eat That
The Child, aka “Baby Yoda,” put Star Wars in the cultural conversation more than the last five films did… and helped to make The Mandalorian “must see TV” (no doubt helping Disney+ enjoy a spectacular launch). And he was fascinated with lots of weird stuff, and occasionally ate weird stuff. He divided fans when he ate unfertilized eggs, which represented the last of the Frog Lady’s ancestral line. The shirt is cute even if someone doesn’t get the context. But for those who do, it’s a great conversation starter.
Vintage Obi-Wan Kenobi Six-Inch Black Series Action Figure
Listen…that’s simply a lot of words to say that this figure ROCKS. Any Star Wars fan would be thrilled to have it!
There Are Not Many Jedi Left
Clearly, The Child and the Mandalorian himself were the two biggest characters in the first live-action Star Wars series. But fans were thrilled when Ahsoka Tano, a character that was first introduced in the 2008 animated series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, was brought to life by Rosario Dawson in season two of The Mandalorian. “There are not many Jedi left” is a quote from Season 2, Episode 5 “The Jedi,” where Ahsoka informs the Mandalorian of the low number of Jedi left in the galaxy.
This Is The Way
It may not be as ubiquitous as “May The Force Be With You” — yet — “This is the way” is the way that Mandalorians explain their strict code. It’s kind of a catch-all for anyone who doesn’t understand their strict code.
The Famous Chewbacca Mask
After that mom wore this mask in a video that went hugely viral…this item became an instant classic for fans of the Saga.
Don’t Make Me Use The Force
OK, this one isn’t a quote from the films, but the shirt is a nice tribute to the late, great Carrie Fisher, aka General Leia. Yes, we know that a lot of fans still think of her as “Princess Leia,” but please, respect her rank. It’s General.
C-3PO Wall Light
Now, the greatest protocol droid in the galaxy can be there for you…day and night…as he becomes a permanent part of your collection.
The Classic Logo
New characters, new designs, and new references are always cool. But sometimes the classics just work. And whether you saw the first Star Wars film, 1977’s Star Wars (now referred to as “A New Hope”), in the theater when it first opened, or at home on demand, you’ll remember the thrill of seeing that logo appear on the screen 20 seconds into the film, right after “A long time ago, in a galaxy far away…”).
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