WHAT: Former Marine infantry officer C.J. Chivers joins Mohegan Sun for a special edition Winning Authors event in honor of Vets Rock on November 2nd.

WHEN: Friday, November 2nd

3:00pm – Live Discussion and Q&A

3:30pm – Signing Event

The Shops at Mohegan Sun

NOTE: Media opportunities are available. Please contact Elizabeth Woodmancy at 860.862.7840 or ewoodmancy@mohegansun.com for more information.

IN DETAIL: On Friday, November 2nd, meet Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter and former Marine infantry officer C.J. Chivers for an in-depth look into his powerful and riveting book that chronicles the physical and emotional experiences of combat, The Fighters at a special Winning Authors event. Join us at The Shops concourse as a part of Vets Rock when Chivers will participate in a Q&A session followed by a book signing.

Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. C.J. Chivers will be signing copies of The Fighters, which will be available for purchase through Bank Square Books in Mystic, CT.  Books can also be purchased on-site at Mohegan Sun on the day of the event, subject to availability.

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