Darth Vader and Imperial Stormtroopers — icons from the "Star Wars" films — will join a Toys for Tots efforts to help bring holiday cheer to less fortunate children.

Members of the 501st Legion of Imperial Stormtroopers — a "Star Wars" costuming club — will be in full costume in the Honolulu Hale Courtyard from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 14, collecting new and unused toys in support of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

Folks attending the Honolulu City Lights displays, which will be launched Dec. 2, are encouraged to bring toys for the drive. A collection box will be open for donations, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Dec. 2 to 19.