Feb 4, 2022 | Community Relations, General News, Uncategorized
WHAT: In response to the American Red Cross experiencing unprecedented blood shortages across the country, The Mohegan Tribal Health Department is hosting a blood drive at Mohegan Sun. This blood drive is open to the public and all donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card.
WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, February 9th
11:30am – 4:30pm
Uncas Ballroom, Salon D
IN DETAIL: The Mohegan Tribal Health Department, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, February 9th from 11:30am – 4:30pm in the Uncas Ballroom at Mohegan Sun. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is an urgent need to increase blood supply levels. Blood and platelet donations are critically needed to help prevent further delays in vital medical treatments.
Guests can go to redcrossblood.org and type “MOHEGAN” in the search box to sign-up. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are highly encouraged. Guests can also expedite their donation experience by completing their pre-donation screening at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass. As a special thanks, donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card via email.
ABOUT THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Feb 4, 2022 | Entertainment, General News
Brown stops at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, June 4th
Today award-winning entertainer Kane Brown announced additional tour dates for his nationwide Blessed & Free Tour, kicking off with his first-ever stadium show in his hometown of Chattanooga, TN. Special guests Walker Hayes and Raelynn will join Brown at 7:00pm on Saturday, June 4th at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Tickets are $129.50, $99.50, $79.50, and $59.50 and go on sale Friday, February 11th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office on Saturday, February 12th, subject to availability.
The news was announced this morning ahead of the Kane Brown Live from the El Rey Theatre, Brown’s global livestream concert with Amazon Music. Fans can tune in tonight at 10:00pm on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch, on Prime Video and within the Amazon Music mobile app via Twitch, using the Amazon Music livestreaming functionality. The show will also be available to watch for a limited time on Prime Video following the livestream.
The initial run of the Blessed & Free Headlining Arena Tour included all NBA basketball arenas, making the “breakthrough entertainer” (AP) the first Country artist to headline every NBA basketball arena in a single tour.
Noted as the “future of Country” (Billboard) and one of “31 People Changing the South” (Time), the chart-topping entertainer first broke through the Country charts with his No. 1 self-titled debut. The album spent a record-breaking 13 weeks at the top of the chart and made Brown the first artist in Billboard history to top all five Billboard Country charts simultaneously. Kane Brown earned three AMA Awards and produced two of the most streamed Country songs of all time – seven-time Platinum No. 1 hits “Heaven” and “What Ifs.”
Brown’s sophomore album Experiment debuted No. 1 on the Billboard 200 all-genre chart and solidified Brown as the only male Country artist in more than 24 years to debut at the top of the Billboard 200. Experiment produced back-to-back No. 1 hits and was ranked by The New York Times as one of the Top 10 Best Albums of the Year. His follow-up EP, Mixtape Vol. 1, earned Brown an ACM Album of the Year nomination and featured Brown’s Top 10 Pop radio hit “Be Like That” featuring Khalid and Swae Lee, his co-written duet “Last Time I Say Sorry” with John Legend, and the ACM award-winning anthem, “Worldwide Beautiful.”
Mohegan Sun Arena finished 2021 with its first “#1 Indoor Arena” ranking for its capacity in the world according to Pollstar and VenuesNow, ranked among the top 10 venues in the U.S. regardless of size based on ticket sales, and was named “2021 Innovator of the Year” by Celebrity Access for its ViacomCBS residency. In recent years, the “Most Beloved Venue in America” has also been the “#1 Casino Venue in the World,” “#1 Social Media Venue in the World” and a seven – time national award – winner for “Arena of the Year.” For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711.
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Feb 2, 2022 | Community Relations, General News, Special Events
Appearances include Hall of Famer Johnny Bench and NY Yankees All-Stars Chris Chambliss, Willie Randolph & Graig Nettles
UNCASVILLE, CT (February 2, 2022) – The Connecticut Cancer Foundation (CCF) has scheduled their annual fundraising event, the 34th Annual Celebrity Dinner and Memorabilia Auction for Friday, February 25, 2022 at 5:30pm in the Uncas Ballroom. This year’s “WIN” Dinner will highlight CCF’s connection to baseball, akin to rounding the bases of cancer and coming home for a WIN against cancer. Featuring NY Yankee All-Stars Chris Chambliss at 1st base (cancer diagnosis), Willie Randolph at 2nd base (cancer treatment), Graig Nettles at 3rd base (financial hardship) and striving for home plate for a “WIN” against cancer – Hall of Famer Johnny Bench! All played in the 1976 World Series! Emcee Bobby Valentine, former MLB player and manager, will add his flair and baseball expertise to this spectacular sports program.
Sponsorship opportunities are available and packages include access to a VIP cocktail reception with celebrities, recognition as a sponsor and more. Guests interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Jane Ellis at [email protected]. Individual tickets are also available starting at $1000.
ABOUT CONNECTICUT CANCER FOUNDATION (CCF)
CCF was founded in 1987 by Connecticut native John Ellis, a former catcher for the New York Yankees and cancer survivor to financially assist Connecticut cancer patients and their families and fund cancer research. For the past 34 years, through its CT Cancer Patient Assistance Program, CCF has granted over $7 million to more than 8,000 Connecticut families dealing with the financial hardship that often follows a cancer diagnosis. In addition, CCF has donated more than $2.5 million to support ongoing cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
NO ONE PLANS FOR CANCER! Here at CCF, we believe that no one should have to worry about a roof over their heads, lights on and food on the table while battling cancer. CCF aids with everyday living expenses, rent/mortgage payments, utilities, medical co-pays, food, medications and more. This financial assistance helps patients maintain their dignity and lessens the stress that may inhibit their treatment and recovery. The goal is to never turn any family away and increase the grant amount to each family.
For more information, please visit the website: www.ctcancerfoundation.org
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 80 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jan 31, 2022 | General News, Special Events
Year of the Tiger festivities kick off on Sunday, February 6th
Mohegan Sun is ringing in the Year of the Tiger on Sunday, February 6th with events for everyone to enjoy. Following tradition, celebrations for the Year of the Tiger include the Fortune God, Red Envelopes, special menu items at Phantasia at Sunrise Square, Jonathan Lee in Mohegan Sun Arena and more!
The celebrations kick off with a performance from Jonathan Lee, one of Asia’s most influential and respected musicians, at 1:00am on Sunday, February 6th at Mohegan Sun Arena. Tickets are $268, $218, $168, and $98 and can be purchased at www.iemshowplace.com or by calling 718.888.3113. Lee will later be inducted into Mohegan Sun Arena’s Walk of Fame at Noon on Sunday. Guests and fans can observe the public ceremony near the box office in front of Mohegan Sun Arena.
Festivities continue with a traditional Lion Dance featuring Calvin Chin’s Martial Arts Academy. The Lion Dance has long symbolized the exorcising of evil spirits and summoning luck and fortune. The performance will start at 1:00pm at the Summer Valet with an outdoor performance that culminates with a firework display at approximately 1:30pm. Afterwards, the Lion Dance will travel indoors and make its way through The Shops at Mohegan Sun. The Fortune God will be handing out Red Envelopes, which signify good luck and fortune, to guests while supplies last.
The origins of the Lion Dance are linked closely to the origins of the Lunar New Year celebrations. It is said that in ancient times, a mythological creature known as Nian terrorized China and devoured its people on the eve of the New Year. The only animal that managed to wound this beast was the lion. Thus, as an attempt to frighten the beast, the villagers decided to mimic the lion with lions made of cloth. In accordance with this legend, the dance is believed to usher good fortune, as well as ward off evil spirits. The Lion Dance calls for perfect coordination, elegance and nerves of steel. Two dancers are usually needed to give life to a ‘lion.’ One controls the movements of the head, eyes and mouth; the other acts as the body. The first dancer directs the movements, while the second works in tandem with the first.
From February 1st-16th, Phantasia at Sunrise Square will offer special dishes like lobster, fish, pig’s feet, vegetables, and more.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
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Jan 27, 2022 | Breaking News, Food & Beverage, General News, Travel & Leisure
Guests unable to make it to Mohegan Sun on Saturday due to inclement weather are welcomed to either use their ticket for Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview or receive a refund at point of purchase
UNCASVILLE, CT (January 27th, 2022) – The 18th Annual Sun Wine & Food
Fest (SWFF) at Mohegan Sun kicks off this evening and runs through Sunday, January 30th. The Grand Tasting, from 1:00pm – 5:00pm on Saturday, January 29th, will take place as planned and tickets are still available HERE. Should current ticket holders be unable to attend the Grand Tasting or any other Saturday SWFF event due to the impending weather, Mohegan Sun will offer refunds at point of purchase. Additionally, any guests who have Saturday Grand Tasting tickets that would like to attend the Grand Tasting Preview event inside Earth Expo Center from 8:00pm – 10:00pm on Friday, January 28th, are welcomed to do so.
“We understand that parts of our region will be impacted by the impending weather, so we wanted to make sure to provide the opportunity for our Sun Wine & Food Fest guests to plan accordingly for our major event this Saturday,” –said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “Whether it’s utilizing your Saturday tickets for Friday evening, or inquiring about a refund, we’re happy to assist.”
*Guests who utilize their Saturday Grand Tasting tickets to enjoy Friday evening’s Grand Tasting Preview are still welcomed to use the same ticket for the Grand Tasting.
The Sun Wine & Food Fest, which is Mohegan Sun’s signature food and wine event, brings the likes of Rocco DiSpirito, Robert Irvine, Aarón Sánchez, Adam Young, JJ Johnson, Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz and so many more well-known personalities to Mohegan Sun for a multi-day festival. For the full schedule of Sun Wine & Food Fest 2022, visit mohegansun.com/swff
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN:
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun 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 two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 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 Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
