May 19, 2014 | Employment
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 19, 2014)- Mohegan Sun is pleased to present Larry Holmes Jr. as the new Director of PlayerDevelopment-New Markets. Holmes brings to Mohegan Sun an impressive sales history and experience in publishing.
Originally from Easton, Pennsylvania, Holmes served as the Vice President of Über Chic Media. There he assisted in building business relationships and expanding brand loyalty. Holmes drew new readers by building one-on-one relationships with customers. Prior to that, Holmes was the Director of Corporate Sales and the Vice President of Public Relations and Events for Waterbucket Media. In his new position at Mohegan Sun, Holmes will be responsible for bringing in new clientele.
Holmes has an Associate Degree in Computer Networking from Lehigh Valley College and has also completed Bachelor Degree courses for Information Technology at American Intercontinental University.
About Mohegan Sun:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
May 15, 2014 | Food & Beverage
Give Dad what he deserves with dining and shopping specials on June 15th
UNCASVILLE, CT (May 15, 2014) – Thank Dad for all he’s done for you with a Father’s Day he’ll never forget. Mohegan Sun is dishing out all the best dining and shopping specials for Fathers and families to enjoy.
Seasons Buffet has a deal for every meal of the day, and Dads eat for 20% off! Their breakfast buffet, featuring made-to-order omelets, specialty breakfast meats, fresh fruit and more, runs from 7:30am-10:59am and is $12.50 per person. Lunch and dinner at Seasons Buffet offer all the classics including house made soups and chowder, a New England Raw Bar, wood-oven pizzas and roasted and carved choice meats to order. End any of these meals off with tempting treats from their delicious dessert buffet! Lunch runs from 11:00am-4:49pm and is $21.00 per person. Dinner is served from 5:00pm-9:00pm and is $25.00 per person.
Surf & Turf is on the menu for a spectacular Father’s Day at Todd English’s Tuscany. From 5:00pm-10:00pm families are invited to bring in their Dads to enjoy grilled shrimp and scallop skewers accompanied by an 8 oz. filet mignon. The meal is balanced out with gorgonzola silk potatoes and creamed asparagus for only $60.00.
Two of Mohegan Sun’s favorite restaurants are pairing steaks with gifts for Dads who dine with them. BALLO Italian Restaurant is offering a complimentary glass of Prelius Cabernet for Fathers with the purchase of a 24 oz. Bone-In Ribeye. Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse will be gifting the first 23 Dad’s that order the Delmonico, (MJ’s personal favorite), a complimentary steak knife. The knife comes engraved with the steakhouse logo as well as luxurious leather sheath.
Follow up your Father’s Day meal with a little shopping at The Shops at Mohegan Sun. Bluwire has a Samsung Galaxy Tab on special for just $349.99, a perfect gift for the Dad who loves technology. Robert Graham is treating all Dads to a complimentary engraved, rosewood handle, Laguiole® corkscrew with any purchase of $300.00 or more. For the outdoorsman, Trailblazer is hosting a bunch of specials including a GoPro Hero3+ ($399.00), a Buck Knife Duke ($66.00), a Leatherman Tool Explorer ($54.00), a Polo Classic Jacket ($125.00) and both Fossil and Michael Kors watches starting at $125.00. Yankee Candle is featuring their latest 2014 scents for their Man Candles line. On Tap; a citrus, fresh brewed beer scent or Camouflage; a sandalwood, oak tree patchouli scent are both sure to be hits with Dads on Father’s Day.
Wrap up your Father’s Day with fun for the whole family at Kids Quest/Cyber Quest. Every family visiting with their Dad receives a free slushie! This fun zone is also hosting an “It’s Magical Giveaway” and a Father and Child Skee-Ball Shoot Out! The tournament begins at 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm.
About Mohegan Sun: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
May 14, 2014 | Special Events
WHAT: 
Star of VH1’s Mob Wives, Renee Graziano, and her sisters Lana and Jennifer Graziano, join Mohegan Sun for a spicy hot Reality Check event. The sisters will be participating in a live Q&A and signing copies of their family cookbook, How to Use A Meat Cleaver. Renee will also be signing her new novel Playing With Fire.
WHEN/WHERE:
Friday, June 6th
Live Q&A- 8:30pm
Book Signing Event- 9:00pm
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
The Graziano sisters cook up some fun at The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Friday, June 6th. Featuring their cookbook, How to Use A Meat Cleaver, they’ll be answering all the hard hitting questions during a live Q&A. Afterwards, the Grazianos will sign copies of the cookbook for fans. Mob Wives star, Renee, will also sign copies of her book, Playing With Fire.
The show’s star, the creator/Executive Producer and the talented restaurateur sliced, diced and chopped through Mob kitchen favorites to compile a perfect family cookbook. Sunday gravy, sausage and peppers and Lana’s famous meatballs are just a few of the secrets the sisters share. How to Use A Meat Cleaver is packed full of dishes perfect for any family dinner- Mob approved.
NOTE:
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Graziano sisters will only be signing copies of their books How To Use a Meat Cleaver and Renee’s new book Playing With Fire, both will be for sale at Spin Street.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
May 13, 2014 | Special Events
WHAT: 
Mohegan Sun welcomes Sherrilyn Kenyon for an exclusive Winning Authors event on Tuesday, July 1st. The author of Born of Fury, A League Novel, will sit down for a live Q&A before signing copies of her book.
WHEN/WHERE:
Tuesday, July 1st
7:30pm – Live Q&A inside The Cabaret Theatre
8:30pm – Book Signing Event in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL:
Urban fantasy, science fiction, suspense and manga readers, rejoice! Sherrilyn Kenyon will be answering fans’ questions during a live Q&A inside The Cabaret Theatre. Afterwards, Kenyon will sign copies of her latest book, Born of Fury, A League Novel, at The Shops at Mohegan Sun.
Kenyon is no stranger to #1. The International bestselling author has landed more than 65 novels on The New York Times list. Kenyon has forty five million copies of her books in print, in over one hundred countries. Her writing skills are endless and she has written everything from science fiction, to historical paranormal and even graphic novels. Most recently, two of her current series have been picked up for a major motion picture while another is being turned into a television show.
To learn more about Sherrilyn Kenyon, visit her website.
**** Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Sherrilyn Kenyon, will be signing copies of Born of Fury which will be for sale at Spin Street. Spin Street will be offering a pre-order special on the book, with a 20% discount off the list price. Contact the store to reserve your copy today, at 860.862.7664. Books purchased day of event will be at advertised list price.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, a 34-story, 1,200 room luxury hotel, a world-class spa and golf course, over 75 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. 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. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and view us on YouTube.
May 7, 2014 | Breaking News, Employment, General News
Uncasville, CT – The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority is pleased to welcome Thomas P. Burke as President of Mohegan Gaming Advisors (MGA). In this role, Burke will be responsible for overseeing all management contracts, seeking various business opportunities and supporting the planning efforts relative to future operations being developed for MGA.
“We are thrilled to have such an experienced gaming operator and know that Tom’s vast experience will lend heavily to our expansion efforts, operational efficiencies and, importantly, employee and guest satisfaction strategy,” said Mitchell Etess, President of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority.
Burke has over 35 years of experience within the gaming industry. He started his career at Resorts International Casino Hotel, before taking on multiple promotions and opportunities with such organizations as Tropicana, Trump and Majestic Star, among others. In 1996, Burke was named General Manager of Ameristar Casinos where he managed their Kansas City property.
Most recently, Burke served as Senior Vice President of Regional Operations for Penn National Gaming where he oversaw operations for eight properties in Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Kansas.
About Mohegan Gaming Advisors
Mohegan Gaming Advisors was formed in 2011 to pursue management contracts and consulting agreements for casino and entertainment properties in the United States. Mohegan Gaming Advisors is staffed with an experienced team of casino executives with a proven track record of accomplishments as operators and successful marketers and has a team dedicated solely to servicing the clients of the Gaming Advisory group. For more information, visit: mohegangamingadvisors.com.
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority
The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority is an instrumentality of the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut and the owner and operator of a gaming and entertainment complex located in Uncasville, Connecticut, known as Mohegan Sun, and a gaming and entertainment facility located in Plains Township, Pennsylvania, known as Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs. For more information, visit: www.mtga.com.
