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New York Times best-selling author, Harlan Coben takes part in a Winning Authors event on April 10th

Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors welcomes best-selling author Harlan Coben. The world-renowned author will host a live discussion on Saturday, April 10th in The Cabaret Theatre at 2:00pm followed by a book signing in The Shops at Mohegan Sun at 3:00pm for his latest thriller Caught. Coben’s appearance in Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors places him in a class of authors such as Sue Grafton, Nora Roberts, Robin Cook, Lee Child and John Saul.  

Harlan Coben’s critically-acclaimed novels have earned him international success. As the first author ever to win the Edgar Award, Shamus Award and Anthony Award, Coben continues to rake in accolades from reviewers and fans worldwide. His previous seven novels have appeared on the top of all major best-seller lists including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly. Coben’s latest novel, Caught,  tells the story of a missing girl, a community stunned by her loss, the predator who may have taken her and the reporter who suddenly realizes she can’t trust her own instincts about the case, or the motives of the people around her.

Winning Authors is an experience offering an intimate and unique environment for book lovers.   All events are free and open to the public of all ages.  Books by featured authors will be available at the Spin Street store in The Shops at Mohegan Sun for purchase. For more information on Harlan Coben and other Winning Author events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/winning-authors.

A variety of dining, shopping, hotel, spa, entertainment and singles specials highlight Valentine’s Day weekend at Mohegan Sun

Valentine’s Day is approaching and Mohegan Sun is the prime destination for exclusive dining options, Elemis Spa specials, a singles night and great discounts at Mohegan Sun shops. 

DINING OFFERINGS

Todd English’s Tuscany will serve a four-course tasting starting with a trio of gourmet Oysters followed by Oil-Poached Swordfish with Olive-Crusted Potatoes and Tomato Caper Emulsion. Then, a tender Half-Rack of Lamb, topped off with a Chocolate Fondant Cake for dessert. The tasting will be offered from at $47.00 per person on February 14th.

Michael Jordan’s Steak House will prepare a variety of dishes including a Fried Brie appetizer with Grape Essence for $9.00, a 14-ounce Bone-In Filet Mignon entrée with Port Wine Demi, Cherry Compote and Caramelized Endive for $49.00 and Long- Stemmed Strawberries dipped in Chocolate for $5.00. The specials will run from February 12th through the14th. 

SolToro Tequila Grill commemorates Valentine’s Day with Shrimp & Roasted Corn Bisque for $6.95 and Apple Wood Bacon wrapped in Shrimp with a Mango Lemongrass Mojo, Pepita Pesto Mashed Potatoes and Chef’s Vegetables for $21.00. The dishes will be offered from February 12th through the14th.

Big Bubba’s BBQ will offer a Valentine’s Day dinner for two that will include a choice of Lobster Bisque or Caesar Salad followed by Filet Mignon & Shrimp with Roasted Potatoes & Asparagus. A rich Triple Mousse Cake will be prepared for dessert. The dinner, will be served at $49.99 from February 12th through the 14th.

Birches Bar & Grill will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a three-course meal beginning with a choice of Soup or Salad, followed by a choice of Coulibiac of Salmon or Prime Rib. The meal concludes with Chocolate Fondant Cake for dessert and will be served at $34.95 per person on February 14th.

For more complete information on Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, visit mohegansun.com and click on the “dining” link or call 1.888.226.7711.   

THE SHOPS AT MOHEGAN SUN

Tommy Bahama has special gift options that include Tommy Bahama’s Signature Women’s 3.4 ounce Eau de Parfum for $75.00 and Tommy Bahama’s TB Del Mar Polos for $78.00.

LUSH Cosmetics will give Valentine’s Day shoppers a free massage bar of their choice when they purchase any wrapped gift over $40.00 on February 13th. While supplies last.  

Galina’s European Boutique offers gift options that include Crabtree & Evelyn soaps for $5.50, body washes from $15.00 to $18.00, lotions for $25.00, perfumes for $28.00 and powders for $12.00. Vera Bradley’s spring colors are also available and range from $10.00 to $100.00. Special Pandora Valentine bracelets are offered in silver and range from $25.00 to $100.00 and Sweetheart beads range from $25.00 to $295.00.

HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS

Elemis Spa will feature The Ceremony of the Strawberry Moon package which includes a couples massage lesson, a Jasmine Bath for two, a bottle of champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries for $425.00.  A second featured treatment will polish your Valentine’s skin to perfection before being utterly indulged with The Lime & Ginger Salt Glow Massage for $140.00.

SINGLE THIS YEAR?

Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings welcomes the host of Bravo’s hit reality television show Millionaire Matchmaker, Patti Stanger, to The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, February 13th. From 10:00am to 12:00pm, Stanger will sign copies of her latest paperback Become Your Own Matchmaker.

All Signings and Sightings events are free and open to the public. Spin Street will be selling signing merchandise at special event pricing.

Mohegan After Dark will also have something for singles this Valentine’s Day weekend with little black dress night on Friday, February 12th at Ultra 88 Night Club. Admission is $10.00 and ladies who wear a black dress will get in free before 11:00pm. On February 13th, Bravo’s Millionaire Matchmaker Patti Stanger will host a Valentine’s Day Eve bash at Ultra 88 Night Club. Admission is $20.00 and it is open to the public.

On February 13th, Mohegan Sun will welcome the 2009 New York Yankees’ 27th World Series Championship trophy. Fans are welcome to visit and take photographs with the display in the Spring Gateway located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun concourse.

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will celebrate flying solo on Valentine’s Day with a special singles night from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on Sunday, February 14th. The evening will include games, door prizes, giveaways, a live DJ and an appetizer buffet. Tickets are $10.00 per person for advanced registration and $15.00 at the door. Space is limited. For more information, visit margaritaville.com or call 1.888.226.7711. 

Valentine’s Day Weekend has something for the guys as platinum artist Kid Rock takes the stage in Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on February 13th.

Laugh off Valentine’s Day with stand-up comedy in The Cabaret Theatre with Kevin Meaney and special guests Billy Winn and Jim Dailakis presented by The Treehouse Comedy Club at 9:00pm.

Valentines who are looking to save some money can head over to the Wolf Den for some free performances as SafetySuit performs at 9:00pm on February 12th. The fun continues on Saturday, February 13th with Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge at 9:00pm and wrapping up the weekend on February 14th will be the Boogie Wonder Band at 7:00pm. Must be 21 years or older to attend. Seating is limited on a first come, first served       

Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country.  More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com.

Mohegan Sun will host stand-up comedy Saturday nights in The Cabaret Theatre, presented by Treehouse Comedy Productions

Beginning Saturday, February 13th,  The Cabaret Theatre will begin hosting a comedy night every Saturday evening presented by Treehouse Comedy Productions. Comedy nights will begin at 9:00pm with three-act shows for twenty-one plus audiences unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.  This comedy series will be presented and staged through a partnership between Mohegan Sun and the well-known, Connecticut-based Treehouse Comedy Productions.

All tickets for February comedy acts in The Cabaret Theatre are $22.00 and are on sale now at the Mohegan Sun Box Office and through Ticketmaster.  Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet.

Opening night of the comedy series will bring celebrity comic Kevin Meaney to The Cabaret Theatre stage, along with special guests Jim Dailakis and Billy Winn.  Meaney is one of the most popular stand-up comics in the business with more than twenty-five years of experience. His TV and movie credits include Saturday Night Live, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Late Night with Conan O’Brien and the film, Big.  Meaney also starred in the hit Broadway musical Hairspray and most recently taped an upcoming episode on the award-winning TV show, 30 Rock.  

Jim Dailakis has appeared in television shows on VH1, NBC and in commercials around the world. He regularly performs at the top comedy clubs in the nation, had a role in the award-winning film Mona and played a character with severe OCD in the TV pilot Worst First Date.

On Saturday, February 20th, The Cabaret Theatre will host stand-up sensation Tom Cotter with special guests Kerri Louise and Scott Paparcuri.  Cotter’s credits include recently filming his very own half-hour special for Comedy Central; he won the grand prize at the Boston Comedy Festival and was voted “Best Stand-Up” at the Las Vegas Comedy Festival.  Other television appearances include the Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, the 2008 Barbara Walters Special, The Late Late Show on CBS and NBC’s Last Comic Standing.

Kerri Louise is best known for being a finalist on the second season of Last Comic Standing and for appearing on television programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show, The View and The Apprentice. 

Scott Paparcuri’s comedy career has landed him guest spots on MTV‘s Spring Break: Shut Up and Laugh and HBO‘s Inside the NFL, among other national programs. 

Saturday, February 27th brings stand-up star Andres Fernandez with special guests Tim Young and Rob Falcone.  With his fresh brand of humor that is universal in its appeal, Fernandez breaks down barriers of what an audience expects from a Latino comedian.  He has several television appearances to his credit, including NBC’s Friday Night, Showtime’s Latino Laugh Festival, Comedy Central’s Stand-Up, Stand-Up, a starring role in the Paramont / UPN pilot An American Family and feature roles in soap operas on ABC, CBS and NBC.

Tim Young’s stand-up career has landed him spots on NBC’s Friday Night, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend and MTV’s The Jim Breuer Show.

Rob Falcone is best known for his guest spots on Gossip Girl, Law & Order and Kidnapped, as well as for roles in major motion films including Spiderman 2.

Treehouse Comedy Productions was born out of the Treehouse Comedy Club, Connecticut’s first and original full-time comedy showcase that began in Westport in 1983.  The original club featured then up-and-comers Rosie O’Donnell, Denis Leary and Jon Stewart.  With the opening of various satellite venues throughout the state, Treehouse Comedy Productions hosted and helped launch the careers of such noteworthy comics such as Jim Gaffigan and Lisa Lampanelli.  Treehouse Comedy Productions have staged more than 10,000 shows in the last twenty-five years, presenting the very best in live stand-up comedy in Connecticut.

For more information on The Cabaret Theatre Presents a Treehouse Comedy Production and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.