Special celebration September 6th to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) before MDA Telethon

UNCASVILLE, CT – “Party With A Purpose” at Mohegan Sun this coming Sunday, September 6th, to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The event being held in the Uncas Ballroom kicks off at 7:30pm with cocktails followed by a delicious dinner prepared by Mohegan Sun’s world-class chefs. The evening continues with live entertainment, plus silent and live auctions followed by the live broadcast of the 2009 MDA Telethon.
World-famous artist Charles Fazzino will be in attendance to unveil a special piece of art designed for Mohegan Sun to support the MDA. Each guest attending the event will receive a complimentary exclusive poster of the piece. Fazzino has enjoyed a prolific career working for high profile clients including the Country Music Awards and the Super Bowl.
In addition to having pieces of his famed work available at the auctions, Fazzino will also have various pieces on display leading up to the event in The Shops at Mohegan Sun concourse. Fazzino’s work will be on display for purchase Wednesday, September 2nd through Monday, September 7th from 10:00am to 9:00pm each day.
Tickets for “Party With A Purpose” are $80.00 per person. The MDA reminds guests that their support can make a difference – every ticket sold adds another minute to Muscular Dystrophy research. To purchase tickets to this event, call 203.248.6500 or visit Mohegan Sun’s Box Office.
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.