Dec 14, 2021 | Community Relations, General News, Uncategorized
Mohegan Tribe Partners with State Department of Public Health and Local Health Community Centers to Host Vaccination Clinics
Mohegan Sun, Griffin Health, and Uncas Health District to begin vaccination clinics at the casino on Wednesday
UNCASVILLE, CT (December 14, 2021) — In their continued efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mohegan Tribe is partnering with the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Griffin Health, and the Uncas Health District to host free vaccination clinics for Connecticut residents. The clinics are beginning as Connecticut’s daily COVID positivity figures have once again topped eight percent, and the state has now reported multiple cases of the Omicron variant.
The walk-in clinics will take place every Wednesday starting December 15 through January 5, 2022, from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Mohegan Sun’s Seasons Buffet in Casino of the Earth. On Monday, December 20 from 9:30am to 12:30pm, Uncas Health District will host their clinic at the Seasons Buffet. Primary shots and boosters will be available to all eligible age groups.
Governor Lamont and state health officials have been consistent in urging residents to get the vaccine and to receive their booster shot if more than six months have passed since their first two doses. The Department of Health reported those who remain unvaccinated are five times more likely to test positive for COVID-19 and have a 16 times greater risk of dying of the disease.
“Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mohegan Tribe has worked to positively impact the health of not only our Tribal members, but our Connecticut neighbors as well,” said James Gessner Jr., Chairman of the Mohegan Tribe. “Those efforts have included extensive health and safety measures for our employees and guests, as well as key partnerships to help improve access to COVID testing and vaccines. These new clinics with the State of Connecticut, Griffin Health, and the Uncas Health District are another important step in that work.”
The following are dates and times for the vaccination clinics being hosted at Mohegan Sun:
CT Department of Public Health/Griffin Health Clinics
- Wednesday, December 15th: 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Wednesday, December 22nd: 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Wednesday, December 29th: 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Wednesday, January 5th: 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Available Primary shots
- 12 years and older: Pfizer
- 18 years and older: Moderna & J&J
- Available Booster shots
- 16 years and older: Pfizer
- 18 years and older: Moderna & J&J
Uncas Health District Clinic
- Monday, December 20th: 9:30am – 12:30pm
- Available Primary shots
- 5 – 11 years and older: Pfizer
- 12 years and older: Pfizer
- 18 years and older: Moderna & J&J
- Available Booster shots
- 18 years and older: Pfizer, Moderna & J&J
All individuals attending the clinics must always wear a mask and bring their driver’s license or non-driver photo identification card, and a copy of their vaccination card if applicable. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to receive the vaccination or booster.
If you have any questions about these clinics, please contact the respective agencies: CT Department of Public Health at 800.203.1234 or Uncas Health District at 860.823.1189.
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Nov 16, 2021 | Community Relations, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Dining and retail specials offered Thursday, November 25th
UNCASVILLE, CT (November 16, 2021) – Thanksgiving arrives on Thursday, November 25th and guests are invited to indulge in various can’t miss specials and deals at Mohegan Sun. TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge, BALLO Italian Restaurant, Michael Jordan’s Steak House, Hash House a Go Go, and other popular dining options are ready to let you leave the kitchen behind and make your Thanksgiving plans with Mohegan Sun!
The all-new TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge gets the party started with a prix fixe meal of juicy roasted turkey with gochujang glaze and garlic pepper gravy, mushroom & ginger stuffing, butternut squash & asparagus dumplings, cranberry beurre blanc, and a mixed vegetable tempura with sesame honey sauce. Dessert is an Apple Miso Pie with Ginger Ice Cream. TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge is open on Thanksgiving from 5:00pm – 10:00pm.
The Thanksgiving meal at BALLO Italian Restaurant starts with a tasty Bruschetta of grilled sourdough, whipped ricotta cheese, grilled eggplant, crispy baby artichokes, golden raisin, roasted butternut squash and agrodolce. The entrée is your choice of either garganelli bolognese or a 10 oz. pan-seared duck breast served with parmesan polenta, roasted root vegetables, wild mushrooms and a chianti demi glaze.
Dessert is decadent caramel apple crème brûlée. BALLO Italian Restaurant is open Thanksgiving Day from 3:00pm – 10:00pm.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House is serving a three-course meal that starts with a colossal quinoa beet salad composed of goat cheese, shaved Brussels sprouts, and pomegranate dressing. The main course features a roasted turkey breast parmentier, turkey jus, sweet & sour cranberries, green bean casserole and stuffing. Dessert is refreshing banana chocolate bread pudding with coffee ice cream.
Over at MJ23 Sports Bar & Grill, families can start with a hearty Thanksgiving chowder full of turkey, mixed vegetables, potatoes, and dried cranberries. Dinner is a classic turkey dinner served with succulent roasted turkey, haricot verts, stuffing, gravy, smashed red bliss potatoes, and cranberry sauce. Dessert is a delicious banana chocolate bread pudding with coffee ice cream.
Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House also has great selections for a Thanksgiving meal. Turkey sliders are served full of house-roasted turkey, cheddar cheese, horseradish and cranberry sauce on a brioche bun. A traditional roasted turkey dinner served with roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, sautéed peas, green beans, carrots, cauliflower and apple stuffing is available for those who want to feel like they are at home. Dessert is a delightful chocolate bourbon pecan pie with whipped cream, bourbon caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.
Todd English’s Tuscany is offering a prix fixe menu of delightful Thanksgiving options as well. The first course features a flavor packed wood-roasted pear and gorgonzola salad, candied walnuts, pomegranate reduction, arugula and balsamic vinaigrette. The main course is a sage-brined turkey, sausage potato stuffing, roasted root vegetables, sweet potato with pecan crumble, bacon dijon brussels sprouts, grappa cranberry sauce and giblet gravy.
Guests can close out this great meal with a pecan bread pudding with vanilla gelato for dessert. Todd English’s Tuscany is open Thanksgiving day from 1:00pm – 7:00pm.
Guests can also find specials to being thankful for at Hash House A Go Go. You can enjoy a roasted turkey dinner with house-roasted turkey topped with a rich turkey gravy with cornbread stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans and cranberry sauce. For the savory pie lovers, a rosemary black pepper crust big o’ turkey pot pie filled with roasted turkey, shaved sweet corn, mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, red potatoes and bubbling pan gravy is available to cure all of your Thanksgiving cravings.
Those who love seafood can stop by Jasper White’s Summer Shack and enjoy a non-traditional Thanksgiving feast. The Summer Shack Clambake is full of lobster, clams, mussels, corn on the cob, potatoes, chorizo and an egg. Visit the Skyrise Food Court location and enjoy a roast turkey, stuffing and cranberry mayo sandwich with gravy dip. Fall themed cookie boxes are also available.
Guests can also find Thanksgiving retail specials from Kids Quest and Pasta Vita. Those who purchase a Kids Quest $50 gift card receive $10 in bonus play to use at Kids Quest on a later date. Guests who purchase a $100 gift card will receive $25 in bonus play. These gift card offers are available while supplies last! Kids Quest and Cyber Quest have extended hours during the week of Thanksgiving. Pasta Vita’s special Thanksgiving Day catering menu is available HERE for the perfect take-home option this holiday.
Guests who want to ring in the Thanksgiving holiday can head to Vista Lounge at Wombi Rock for their Thanksgiving Eve live DJ dance Party taking place Wednesday, November 24th from 8:00pm – 1:00am.
To learn more on Mohegan Sun’s Thanksgiving offerings, visit our website.
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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Oct 22, 2021 | Breaking News, Community Relations, General News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Mohegan Sun also notches #2 finish for “Best Player’s Club (Momentum)” and a #3 finish for “Best Casino outside of Las Vegas”
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 22, 2021) – Mohegan Sun is proud to announce another significant accolade from the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. For the fourth year running, MGE’s flagship property Mohegan Sun, the East Coast’s premier integrated resort destination, was voted “Best Casino Hotel,” in the USA Today10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, receiving the number one spot in the category, along with top rankings in “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas” and “Best Player’s Club” for its Momentum Rewards Program.
Nominees for the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards were chosen by a panel of experts that included editors from both USA Today and 10Best.com, as well as relevant expert contributors. This year’s nominees included some of the most well-known casinos and resorts in the United States. Over a four-week period, readers voted on their favorite choices in each category.
“It’s a tremendous honor to be named ‘Best Casino Hotel’ for the fourth year in a row by the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “At Mohegan Sun, we take pride in offering guests world-class levels of service while being home to an incredibly vast range of unique amenities and experiences, all under one roof. We feel these awards are a testament to our exceptional team members, and we will continue to provide unmatched service and experiences to our visitors and loyal fans in 2021 and beyond.”
Mohegan Sun’s parent company, MGE, was also once again recognized as part of Forbes’ annual list of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2021. Forbes and Statista selected America’s Best-in-State Employers based on an independent survey of approximately 80,000 U.S. employees working for companies employing at least 500 people in their U.S. operations. The surveys were administered using a series of online panels and provide a representative sample of the U.S. workforce.
The latest additions to Mohegan Sun, one of the largest and most impressive casino and entertainment destinations on the East Coast, include a world-class dining experience at TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge located in the Sky Tower Lobby, and the all-new Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook at Bow & Arrow Sportsbar! Online casino games just recently launched as well through MoheganSunCasino.com (+ iOS and Android apps) in mid-October.
ABOUT 10BEST.COM
10Best.com provides users with original, unbiased, and experiential travel content of top attractions, things to see and do, and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world. The core of the site’s uniqueness is its team of local travel experts: a well-traveled and well-educated group who are not only experts in their fields – and their cities – but discriminating in their tastes. These local experts live in the city they write about so the content is constantly updated. 10Best.com averages 5 million visitors per month. It was acquired by USA TODAY in January of 2013.
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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Oct 11, 2021 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
7th annual event benefiting veterans and active duty military to take place in the Uncas Ballroom
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 11, 2021) – Vets Rock, a free event where Mohegan Sun and the community come together to celebrate active duty military and veterans with a day of valuable programs and resources, returns Saturday, November 13th. Special services featured in the Uncas Ballroom include a career fair presented by Mohegan Sun, Veteran Service Organizations, Educational Services, Save-A-Suit, and companies looking to provide benefits to veterans and military members.
Opening Ceremony
Vets Rock 2021 will begin with an opening ceremony hosted by Gil Simmons of WTNH in The Shops concourse at 11:00am. The opening ceremony includes a salute to veterans and active duty military personnel remarks by invited dignitaries, and a display by the Tribal Colour Guard.
Vets Rock Expo
From 12:00pm – 6:00pm, guests are invited to partake in the free Vets Rock Expo in the Earth Expo & Convention Center. The expo features over 50 veteran services organizations and a career fair hosted by Mohegan Sun. The Save-A-Suit program will also be on-hand, outfitting up to 100 veterans with professional attire. Pre-registration through the website is required to participate in Save-A-Suit. Guests can also donate professional attire at the entrance of the Uncas Ballroom.
For registration and more information about Vets Rock, visit mohegansun.com/vetsrock.
As a thank you to our troops, both past and present, Mohegan Sun regularly offers a military discount to all active duty military personnel, veterans and military dependents at more than 40 shops and dining locations across property.
The Mohegan Tribe also provided 100 seats to the Mohegan Sun Arena’s Dashboard Confessional event. If you’re a veteran or active duty member looking for tickets to the Saturday night event, go to the website and register. Tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Prior to the excitement on Saturday, there will be a Veterans Day key chain distribution at the Winter, Summer & Riverview entrances on Thursday November 11th.
A full list of participants in the Mohegan Sun Military Discount Program can be found on the Mohegan Sun website.
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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Oct 7, 2021 | Community Relations, Employment, Food & Beverage
Culinary positions offer a $2,000 sign-on bonus, housekeeping positions offer a $500 sign-on bonus
UNCASVILLE, CT (October 7, 2021) – This fall Mohegan Sun is set to host two hiring events on Wednesday, October 13th and Wednesday, October 27th. 
Employment opportunities are open in Food & Beverage, Event Support, Security, Marketing, VIP, Accounting, Hotel, Retail and more. Culinary positions offer a $2,000 sign-on bonus while all housekeeping and Barista-Starbucks positions offer a $500 sign-on bonus. Bonuses will be paid out in increments.
Both of these hiring events slated for October 13th and 27th will take place from 10:00am – 5:00pm located in the Earth Expo & Convention Center.
The public is welcome to attend both hiring events. Before attending the hiring event, interested candidates should create an account on the Mohegan Sun career site at mohegansun.com/careers. Additionally, walk-ins are welcome and top candidates will be hired on the spot!
In three consecutive years, Mohegan Sun was named “Best Casino Hotel” in USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards. Mohegan Sun is once again in the running for this #1 honor with voting currently taking place HERE.
Mohegan Sun was also recently certified as a “Great Place to Work” by USA Today, in addition to ranking among the top 10 in Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Workplaces for Diversity” list. Last month, Mohegan Sun was also named among the “Top Work Places of 2021” by the Hartford Courant.
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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Jun 2, 2021 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Travel & Leisure
Services began this week
Mohegan Sun excited to announce 
expanded shuttle service for guests traveling to New London, Connecticut by AMTRAK, Cross Sound Ferry and Shore Line East / CTrail. Passengers who are looking to visit Mohegan Sun simply have to show their qualifying ticket to the Mohegan Sun shuttle driver for access. This Mohegan Sun Shuttle serves the Transportation Center in New London, CT, which is roughly 20 minutes from Mohegan Sun. The shuttle will run on a two-hour loop, starting at 8:40am out of New London.
“Guests in and around New York City, and certainly from Long Island, will now have an easier way to visit Mohegan Sun,” –said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “This reimagined shuttle service will provide seven daily opportunities to visit Mohegan Sun for guests traveling by train, ferry or bus into New London, just as our destination ramps up with summer festivities and the return of high-profile sports & entertainment inside Mohegan Sun Arena.”
Shuttle schedules are currently available through the Getting Here section of mohegansun.com. Mohegan Sun offers multiple departures back to the New London Transportation Center every day, departing from Sunrise Square in Casino of the Earth. Guests with a train, bus or ferry ticket dated for that day out of New London can take advantage of these shuttle departures. The Cross Sound Ferry from Orient Point in Long Island, NY travels to and from the New London Transportation Center seven days a week.
Mohegan Sun is also equidistant between New York City and Boston, MA, and easily accessible through all major regional airports, including Bradley International Airport in Hartford, CT and T.F. Green Airport in Providence, Rhode Island. Uber also serves Mohegan Sun with pick up and drop off locations that include the Summer Entrance and Sky Tower Lobby. Guests can sign up for the Uber app HERE from the App Store or Google Play, and enter promo code MoheganSun1 for up to $15 off their first Uber ride.
Mohegan Sun’s award-winning 10,000-seat entertainment venue, Mohegan Sun Arena, also recently announced the return of public concerts beginning on July 18th. Major upcoming acts include Lady A on July 29th, Dustin Lynch on August 5th, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons on August 6th, Jason Mraz on August 22nd, Big & Rich on September 1st and more!
See below for more information and booking opportunities for AMTRAK, Shore Line East / CTRail and The Cross Sound Ferry:
AMTRAK
Shore Line East / CTRail
Cross Sound Ferry
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN
Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, two unique casinos, over 80 shops, restaurants and bars, two expo and convention centers, as well as three entertainment venues including the award-winning 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford, New Haven 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.
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