Oct 17, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, General News, Special Events
This Veterans Day weekend, Network Connecticut hosts a day filled with fun, entertainment and more with all proceeds benefitting multiple veteran organizations
Uncasville, CT – This Veterans Day weekend, come honor the men and women who have served our country with a day filled with fun, entertainment and so much more as Network Connecticut hosts a special party at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, November 10th. The event, which will take place in the Uncas Ballroom from 11:00am to 5:00pm, will include live entertainment featuring Grammy-nominated Blues legend James Montgomery, Illusionist David Martin as seen on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, great food, boutiques, raffles and family fun.
“I’ve seen firsthand the power of people coming together and making a difference,” said Ann Nyberg, founder of NetworkConnecticut.com. “Celebrate Our Veterans at Mohegan Sun is a collaboration of many to make a difference in the lives of our veterans who scarified so much for our nation.”
Tickets are $20.00 per person and available for purchase at the doors to the event. Veterans and children under 14 are free. Guests who donate a suit at the event will also be given complimentary access. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Save a Suit organization and Operation: Music Aid.
“On behalf of Save-A-Suit, we are excited and honored to participate in this important event,” said Scott Sokolowski, Founder of SaveASuit.org. “We want to establish a sense of empowerment within each and every veteran who has served our country by providing them with the basic necessities essential for economic stability and success.”
“In addition to celebrating our veterans, we would love to leave a positive imprint within those who have sacrificed their lives for our nation.” Sokolowski added. “We encourage everyone in the community to come out and support our nation’s heroes.”
Additional sponsors and donors of the event include jetBlue Airways, Wells Fargo, N.A, Key Hundai, Sir Speedy of Branford CT, Colby Strategic Marketing and Charity Rides among others.
About Save-A-Suit : Save-A-Suit is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides veterans and college graduates with professional business attire and the confidence needed to succeed. It was established in Shelton, CT in 2010. Since formulating, the foundation has successfully donated over $300,000 worth of professional business attire to over 1,000 honorable veterans and college graduates. Learn more at saveasuit.org.
About Network Connecticut: NetworkConnecticut.com is a high-quality, online, on demand network that combines viewer contributed content with original programming that engages, involves and resonates with all aspects of the Connecticut community. This platform is a place for the people of Connecticut to speak neighbor to neighbor and town to town; the hub of Connecticut. We are creating a new network model whose primary mission is to generate goodwill, connect people and generate resources that can be redeployed where they are most needed in our state. Real Conversations. Real Life. Learn more by connecting with us at [email protected] or on Facebook at facebook.com/NetworkConnecticut.
About Mohegan Sun: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 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. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Oct 3, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, General News, Special Events
There is still time to have the experience of a lifetime and register for the 2nd Annual Over the Edge event at Mohegan Sun to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut. The event on Friday, October 19th will give brave souls with big hearts the chance to rappel down the side of the hotel at one of Connecticut’s most prominent, well-known destination spots to support inspiring athletes of all abilities. To register to rappel, find out more and learn about sponsorship opportunities, go to www.soct.org and click on the Over the Edge logo, call 203-230-1201 ext. 270, or email [email protected]. Mohegan Sun is located at 1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard, Uncasville, Connecticut.
For a second consecutive year, the Mohegan Sun community is coming together to make a positive difference in the lives of athletes through this fundraising initiative – both by organizing the event and participating in it. Mohegan Sun is not only providing the building for this unique fundraiser and amenities for its participants, but is also supporting its employees and executives in their pursuit to go Over the Edge for Special Olympics. Anyone with a taste for adventure is encouraged to sign up to rappel as well. Over the Edge – Mohegan Sun will kick-off at 9 a.m. and run throughout the day. Pre-registration is required, and will give participants the opportunity to create a personal fundraising page so that their friends, family members and colleagues can “sponsor” them easily and securely. Participants will receive a t-shirt and photo of themselves in action. Spectators are welcome and encouraged to cheer on participants!
The event also offers the opportunity to Toss Your Boss. Co-workers can join forces to raise funds and send their boss over the side of the prominent building that day. A good-hearted, willing boss is required. No experience is necessary.
The event is being held to raise awareness about Special Olympics and inspire acceptance and inclusion for people of all abilities as well as to raise funds for its year-round programs. Throughout the year, Special Olympics athletes demonstrate courage on the playing field as they train and compete in sports, strive to achieve personal goals and realize their potential. For one day at Mohegan Sun, individuals will, themselves, demonstrate courage and go to new heights to support these athletes by bravely going Over the Edge.
About Mohegan Sun
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 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. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
About Special Olympics Connecticut
Special Olympics Connecticut provides year-round sports training and competitions for more than 13,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities and Unified Partners (their teammates without disabilities). Through a myriad of initiatives throughout the state and the world, Special Olympics is a movement that’s changing attitudes and changing lives by inspiring inclusion, understanding and respect for people of all abilities, in all aspects of life. (www.soct.org)
Partner Sponsors: Adams Hometown Markets/IGA Hometown Supermarkets, Connecticut Light & Power/Yankee Gas/ Western Massachusetts Electric (Northeast Utilities Companies), Law Enforcement Torch Run, NBC Connecticut, TD Bank, and United Technologies.
Year-Round Sponsors: Adams Hometown Markets/IGA Hometown Supermarkets, The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of New England, Crystal Rock Water and Coffee Company, Graebel Van Lines, Guida’s Milk and Ice Cream, Marcus Communications, State of Connecticut Judicial Branch Community Service and Worx Branding & Advertising.
Aug 29, 2012 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
Connecticut celebrities compete to benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving at Mohegan Sun on September 28th
Mohegan Sun is proud to present the fourth annual ‘MADD About Dancing’ competition in The Cabaret Theatre on Friday, September 28th. Connecticut celebrities will put on their dancing shoes and hit the floor to help raise awareness and funds for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). This is the fourth year Mohegan Sun is teaming up with WCTY and Arthur Murray Dance Studios to host a night filled with fun, entertainment and competition. The evening also includes a special performance by Country artist, Casey James.
Doors to The Cabaret Theatre will open at 7:00pm where guests will have the opportunity to enjoy hand-passed hors d’oeuvres and participate in a silent auction before the celebrities take the stage at 8:00pm with their professional dance partners.
The group of confirmed celebrities includes: Jocelyn Maminta, WTNH Anchor & Co-host for CT Style; Rudy Pauls, The Biggest Loser Season 8 contestant; Olessa Stepanova, Traffic Reporter for WFSB; Steve Sigel, Executive Director of the Garde Arts Center; Judith Green, Connecticut Fundraising Consultant; Jim Reed of Kool 101; Emily Audibert, Miss Connecticut 2012; Al Daniels of the Norwich Board of Education and Jaine’ Coann LeFebvre, Miss Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen 2012.
For the competition, each celebrity will be paired with a professional dance partner from Arthur Murray Dance Studios and will perform two short routines. Professional dance expos and a special performance by Casey James will round out the event. James, who is playing in Mohegan Sun’s Wolf Den the night before, will perform a few of his songs in The Cabaret Theatre for guests.
Tickets to “MADD About Dancing” are on sale now $50.00 per person and benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving. They can be purchased through ticketmaster.com or at the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so guests are encouraged to come early. For more information, visit mohegansun.com/madd.
About Casey James:
19 Recordings/BNA Records artist Casey James first emerged on the national scene with his third-place run on Season 9 of American Idol, but Casey had already been making music for more than a decade when he took his mom’s advice to try out for the hit series. A native of Cool, Texas, James grew up surrounded by music. Both his parents played guitar and sang, as did other family members and Casey was playing guitar and performing throughout his young adulthood. His wide-ranging influences include such artists as Merle Haggard, Vince Gill, ZZ Top and Bonnie Raitt, with a mix of 70s Rock, Blues and Outlaw Country all helping to shape his style. Following his success on Idol, Casey set his sights on Nashville, touring with Sugarland in early 2011 and playing his own shows. In March of 2012, he released his debut album, Casey, featuring his bluesy, goodtime feel first single, “Let’s Don’t Call It a Night,” co-written with Terry McBride and Brice Long.
About MADD:
The mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is to stop drunk driving, to support the victims of this violent crime and to prevent underage drinking. MADD Connecticut is committed to clearly and powerfully advocating for victims of alcohol-related crashes. MADD delivers quality services to hundreds of families each year at no cost to them, as well as help victims/survivors through the multitude of emotions and criminal proceedings that take place through court accompaniment and by providing grief counseling and support groups. MADD’s goal is to eliminate drunk driving and educate Connecticut youth about underage drinking. MADD introduces and follows legislation concerning bills to strengthen drunk driving laws.
About Arthur Murray Dance Studios:
Arthur Murray Dance Studios has been teaching the world to dance for over 98 years and has been located in the Connecticut area for over 50 years. During this time, Arthur Murray has been happy to support numerous causes for local charities and organizations. Ballroom Dancing’s recent rise in popularity has only further strengthened the notion that Arthur Murray has held all along. Ballroom Dancing is one of the healthiest and positive activities a person can do to enrich their life. We are happy once again to offer our support to the MADD organization in their efforts to keep our loved ones safe.
About WCTY:
WCTY based in Norwich, Connecticut, is the home of continuous Country favorites for listeners in southeastern Connecticut. Owned by Hall Communications, a family-owned company that owns and operates 21 radio stations on the East Coast including six stations in Connecticut, Hall Communications has been in operation in eastern Connecticut since 1964.
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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jul 13, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, General News, Shopping
Construction set to begin on Dylan’s Candy Bar this week
UNCASVILLE, CT – The sanctuary of sweets, Dylan’s Candy Bar, will now have a brand new place to call “home.” In late summer of 2012, Dylan’s Candy Bar will open at Mohegan Sun. The store will replace the former Lalo Treasures in Casino of the Sky and will be filled from floor to ceiling with a wide array of candy for every sweet tooth.
Owner Dylan Lauren, daughter of fashion mogul Ralph Lauren and author Ricky Lauren opened the New York City Flagship store in 2001, and continues to be a pioneer in the candy industry. Dylan Lauren’s passion for candy, art and design redefined the words “candy store.” Since then, millions of visitors have experienced the ultimate sugar rush. Now, visitors of the Mohegan Sun can enjoy this same experience with over 5,000 types candies to choose from including 300 types of bulk candy, novelty and nostalgic candy and candy inspired clothing and jewelry
About Mohegan Sun: Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 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. Connect with us on facebook.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
About Dylan’s Candy Bar: Dylan’s Candy Bar was founded in 2001 by Dylan Lauren with a mission to awaken the creative spirit and inner child in everyone. Renown for merging the worlds of art, fashion and pop culture with candy, Dylan’s Candy Bar is a pioneer in changing the way we see candy. As the largest state-of-the-art sweets emporium and candy lifestyle brand, Dylan’s Candy Bar is not your average “candy store.” The modern day candy land is home to over 7,000 candies from around the world, making it the most popular destination for the ultimate sugar rush experience.
Dylan’s Candy Bar stores are currently located in New York City, East Hampton, Houston and coming soon to Los Angeles, Miami as well as several wholesale venues around the country. Dylan’s Candy Bar plans to continue expanding to major cosmopolitan cities in the U.S. and worldwide. For more information please visit www.DylansCandyBar.com or www.facebook.com/DylansCandy.
About Dylan Lauren: Dylan Lauren, known to many as the “Candy Queen,” is the founder and CEO of Dylan’s Candy Bar. Her stores in New York City, East Hampton, Houston and now Los Angeles are the most original candy emporiums on the planet featuring unique candy from around the world and decades past. Dylan has been credited with changing the face of the candy industry and the way people view candy. As the daughter of legendary fashion icon Ralph Lauren and author Ricky Lauren, Dylan was immersed at an early age in design, art and fashion. After graduating from Duke University with a major in Art History, she traveled the globe in search of the world’s most exciting confectionery creations. By 2001, she realized her childhood dream by opening her first candy store inspired by “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory.” Dylan Lauren and her “candy-centric” tips for living the sweet life are often featured in press across the country. She shares entertaining, decorating and gift-giving ideas for every holiday and special occasion with her chic and colorful signature style.
Jun 2, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
Today’s Sun BBQ Fest Now Opening at 3:00pm
Due to the weather conditions, Mohegan Sun regretfully announces that we will be delaying the opening of today’s Sun BBQ Fest set to kick off at 10:00am this morning. The events will now begin at 3:00pm and continue as scheduled. Saturday tickets holder who no longer can attend today’s events will have the option of attending Sunday’s events. Must present Saturday ticket to be honored.
For a complete schedule of events, please visit mohegansun.com/bbq.
Apr 16, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors presents Marcia Clark on May 9th
Best-Selling Author Marcia Clark Participates in Mohegan Sun's Winning Authors May 9th
UNCASVILLE, CT – On Wednesday, May 9th, Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors is proud to welcome back best-selling author, prosecutor for the O.J. Simpson murder case and television correspondent Marcia Clark as she debuts her newest fiction book Guilt by Degrees. The free event will kick off in The Cabaret Theatre at 7:00pm with a live discussion followed by a signing event in The Shops concourse at 8:00pm. Guilt by Degrees will be released on May 8th and available for purchase at Spin Street in The Shops concourse. Clark is part of a list of outstanding authors that have participated in Winning Authors including Jerry West, Nora Roberts, Harlan Coben, Sue Grafton, Robin Cook, Lee Child and John Saul.
ABOUT MARCIA CLARK
After receiving her law degree from UCLA and being admitted into the California State Bar, Marcia Clark would go on to be a deputy district attorney for Los Angeles, California, where she lives today. She successfully prosecuted nineteen homicides by the time she was involved in the O.J. Simpson murder trial. After being the lead prosecutor in one of the most publicized and controversial trials in American history, Clark wrote the book Without A Doubt, where she detailed her experience of the trial and events that transpired.
She then entered the world of crime thrillers with her fiction debut, Guilt By Association, which was released in April of 2011and was featured in May of 2011 as part of Clark’s first visit to Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors. Dedicating herself to a “book-a-year” pace, Clark will release Guilt by Degrees on May 8, 2012 which is the second book in the series following Guilt by Association. Clark has also been a special correspondent for Entertainment Tonight, contributes a column to the popular news reporting and opinion website, The Daily Beast and has been asked to weigh in on many hot legal topics including the recent Casey Anthony trial.
ABOUT WINNING AUTHORS
Winning Authors is an experience offering an intimate and unique environment for book lovers. All events are free and open to the public of all ages. Books by featured authors will be available at the Spin Street store in The Shops at Mohegan Sun for purchase. For more information on Marcia Clark and other Winning Authors at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/winning-authors.
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.com/mohegansun, follow us on twitter.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
