Apr 18, 2012 | Breaking News, Entertainment
After their sell-out performance earlier this year, the band returns to Arena live on July 7th
After their memorable sell-out performance in March, Van Halen, with special guest Ky-Mani Marley, will return to rock Mohegan Sun Arena once again this summer on Saturday, July 7th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $135.00 and $110.00 and go on sale Saturday, April 21st at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Sunday, April 22nd at 10:00am, subject to availability.
Van Halen recently premiered the video for “She’s The Woman,” the second single from A Different Kind Of Truth, the band’s first original studio album with singer David Lee Roth since the iconic, multi-platinum 1984. Shot during their on-going live tour, the video presents the greatest hits of the band’s concert moments.
Formed in Los Angeles in 1974, Van Halen changed the Rock and Roll landscape forever with the release of their self-titled, 1978 debut album displaying unparalleled stage presence, revolutionary musicianship and extraordinary songwriting abilities. With more than 75 million albums sold worldwide, the band’s record of achievement is hard to top. Among a long list of awards, recognition and accolades, Van Halen joins an elite short list of two-time Diamond Award honorees in the history of the music industry. Presented with two Diamond Award RIAA Certified Status’ for their albums Van Halen and 1984, the band has produced a repertoire of hits that remain some of the strongest and most influential Rock songs ever written that fans will admire for decades to come.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 5th best venue in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Apr 17, 2012 | General News, Special Events, Sports
Pitchers set to sign autographs and greet fans at 9:30pm on Friday, April 20th at the Spin Street Stage
WHAT: Mohegan Sun will be at a fever pitch when its Signings & Sightings presents Jon Lester and Felix Doubront for an exclusive appearance. See these baseball pitchers take the mound at Mohegan Sun to sign free autographs and talk with their legions of fans.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, only specified headshots will be signed. No sports memorabilia will be signed. Because of the popularity of this event, the signing will be bracelet-only. Bracelets will be distributed at 8:30pm on Friday, April 20th on a first-come, first-served basis at the signing stage in The Shops Concourse located in front of the Arena Box Office and must be worn in order to gain entrance into this autograph-only event.
WHEN: Friday, April 20th
9:30pm – 10:15pm
Spin Street Stage,
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings, presented in collaboration with Spin Street, is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up-and-coming band, well-known comedian or chart-topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans. Spin Street, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, offers a variety of music, movies and entertainment memorabilia with special signing merchandise available for each Signings & Sightings event.
ABOUT JON LESTER: Jon Lester is a hard throwing left handed pitcher who in his short career in the big leagues has already netted him a world championship and two All-Star selections. His overall ERA is 3.52 with his post season ERA checking in at a 2.57. He also has over 800 strikeouts in his 5 seasons in the Majors and was a 19 game winner in 2010.
ABOUT FELIX DOUBRONT: Felix Doubront is a young professional baseball pitcher who, in just the last couple of years, has gotten his shot to prove his talent at the highest level. The Venezuelan-born lefty had a 3.65 ERA with 533 strikeouts in the minors from 2005 – 2011. He started the 2012 season as the 4th man in the rotation on the big league club with hopes of making a big mark this season.
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.
Apr 16, 2012 | Food & Beverage, General News
Treat Mom to some exceptional dining, great entertainment and more for Mother’s Day
Planning a day for Mom on her special day isn’t always easy, but Mohegan Sun tries to simplify the process with various dining specials, great entertainment including the legendary Beach Boys in Mohegan Sun Arena, spa services and plenty more all for mom!
DINING & RETAIL OFFERINGS
Todd English’s Tuscany will host a very special Mother’s Day Brunch from 10:00am – 2:00pm featuring some great options at the Raw Bar with Littleneck Clams, Oysters & Shrimp, an Omelet & Eggs to order station, a Pasta Station with Short Rib Ravioli, Seafood Fettuccini Fra Diavolo and Torchio with Prosciutto, Artichoke, Peas & Alfredo and more.
Carved items will include Rack of Lamb, Prime Rib and Brown Sugar-Glazed Ham. Some hot offerings will include Classic Eggs Benedict, Stuffed French Toast with Vanilla Sauce, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lobster Cream & Fried Leeks and Sage Brined Chicken, Goat Cheese Spiked Potato with Garlicky Spinach, Hunter Sauce and Breakfast Sausage. A dessert station will also be available with a great selection of gourmet Pastries & Desserts.
This special Mother’s Day Brunch is available for $38.00 per person which includes a complimentary glass of champagne or Mimosa.
For dinner, Tuscany will also have a special four course meal available. It begins with Caprese Salad assembled with Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata Italian Cheese, Crispy Prosciutto, Pesto, Olive Oil and Sea Salt, followed by Lobster Ravioli with Old Bay Brown Butter and Parmesan Foam. Next up is the main course, a Pastrami-Rubbed Duck with Pea and Mint Risotto and Duck Jus, topped off with a serving of Grasshopper Pie and Red Velvet Ice Cream for dessert. Guests can get this all for $55.00 per person ($90.00 with wine pairings). Dinner hours at Tuscany on Mother’s Day will be from 4:00pm – 10:00pm.
Over at Birches Bar & Grill, guests can enjoy a three-course special beginning with Soup Du Jour or Garden Salad with Sweet Herb Vinaigrette or a traditional Caesar Salad. Stuffed Salmon with Crabmeat & Lobster Meat finished with a Chardonnay Dill Cream Sauce served with Asparagus Spears and Rice Pilaf. An Orange Chiffon Bombe with a Grand Marnier Cheesecake center served with an Orange-Vanilla Sauce and Edible Flower completes the meal which is available for $32.00 per person and will be served from 11:00am – 10:00pm.
*Birches Bar & Grill will also open at 8:00am on Mother’s Day for a special a la carte breakfast.
Big Bubba’s BBQ will be serving a Prime Rib dinner including a Twice Baked Potato, plus one side dish, all for $24.95 per person.
Treat your mom to some Ben & Jerry’s where they will be offering a free scoop for all the Moms on Mother’s Day.
Over at Seasons Buffet, Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad, Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto, Panko and Coconut Fried Butterfish, Crab Cakes and BBQ Rubbed Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon will all be on the menu. Hours on Mother’s Day will be 7:30am – 10:00pm
At Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, diners can enjoy a cup of Soup or Salad and Baked Stuffed Tilapia served with Mashed Potatoes and Veggies, capped off with a Mother’s Day Sundae, all for $25.95 per person. Also, at Margaritaville’s Smuggler’s Hold, spend $50.00 in retail merchandise and receive $10.00 off the purchase.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac General Store will also offer 20% off on all products in store (excludes all current promotions and clearance items).
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
Elemis Spa has the perfect spa package for mothers with the “Welcome Wellness” hotel & spa package, which combines a choice of a 50-minute Swedish massage or facial with an overnight stay at Mohegan Sun’s luxurious hotel room. Just mention code PTWEL to have Mom set up with a mini retreat to revitalize her body, soul and stomach. This package is priced at $327.00 per night, based on double occupancy.
ENTERTAINMENT
On Mother’s Day, The Beach Boys will be taking the Mohegan Sun Arena stage for their 50th Anniversary Tour. The concert is at 8:00pm on Sunday, May 13th and tickets are $75.00 and $55.00 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster or the Mohegan Sun Box Office.
For more information on all of Mohegan Sun’s Mother’s Day offerings, please visit mohegansun.com/dining/dining-specials.html
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.
Apr 16, 2012 | Breaking News, Entertainment
Performing live in the Arena on July 12th
Stevie Nicks, whose first studio CD in ten years, In Your Dreams, was released to critical raves and debuted in the Top Ten on Billboard’s Top 200 Chart, is back on tour and brings her signature sound to Mohegan Sun Arena on Thursday, July 12th at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $59.00 and $39.00 and go on sale Friday, April 20th through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, April 21st, at 10:00am, subject to availability.
As a solo artist and member of Fleetwood Mac, whose Rumours CD was one of the biggest selling albums of all time, Nicks’ extraordinary career includes multiple Grammy Awards, gold and platinum records, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and unforgettable performances across the stages of the world for over three decades. As a legendary performer and songwriter, Nicks has penned several Fleetwood Mac classics including the timeless “Landslide,” “Dreams,” “Gold Dust Woman” and “Rhiannon.”
Along with her solo hit albums, beginning with her five-time platinum debut Bella Donna and unforgettable solo singles such as “Edge of Seventeen,” “Leather and Lace” and “Stand Back,” her previous studio CD, the Grammy nominated Trouble in Shangri-La was released in 2001. Nicks’ Live in Chicago DVD and The Soundstage Sessions CD were both released in 2009.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 5th best venue in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
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.
Apr 12, 2012 | Breaking News, Entertainment, General News, Special Events
$15,000 in cash prizes up for grabs each night of 2-night event Memorial Day weekend
UNCASVILLE, CT– Celebrate your Memorial Day in style with the return of Mohegan Sun’s Bingo After Dark, May 25th and 26th. The event, which launched back in February, was so popular Mohegan Sun not only decided to bring it back but expand it to two days – with an extra 500 seats each night! This late-night bingo tournament hosted by KellyAnn Gannon – the ring girl for Cage Titans, features $15,000 in cash prizes, a live DJ and more.
The event kicks off at 10:00pm and will be held inside Mohegan Sun’s Uncas Ballroom. The cost is $20.00 per person and covers eight games, a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage, entertainment and more. A cash bar will also be available.
Starting at 8pm, the party kicks off early in the Convention Center with a cash bar, music and more with doors opening to the Uncas Ballroom at 9:00pm. Prize pools vary from $1,500 to $3,000 per game, with a total of $15,000 being awarded each night. DJ K-Otic will be on-hand to spin tunes between rounds.
Player’s Club members can also swipe their cards throughout each of the two nights for a chance to win a $1,000 bingo bonus. The winner will be announced at the end of the final game. Winners must be present to win. If you don’t have a Player’s Club card, signing up is free and easy! Just visit any of the Player’s Club booths for more details.
Think the party is over? Not a chance! Head over to Todd English’s Tuscany for a party on the patio. There, guests can enjoy a special Bingotini and music by DJ Luciano on Friday night and DJ Valentina on Saturday.
Tickets will be available starting Monday, April 16th at the Mohegan Sun Box Office. Must be 21 years or older to attend. For more information, visit mohegansun.com/bingo.
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.
Apr 11, 2012 | General News, Special Events
Future Hall of Famer, Shaquille O’Neal, takes part in a Signings & Sightings event on Sunday, April 15th
WHAT: Basketball fans will be in the presence of greatness when Shaquille O’Neal takes part in an
exclusive Signings & Sightings event in The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Sunday, April 15th.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, only specified m
WHEN: Sunday, April 15therchandise will be signed. No sports memorabilia will be signed.
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Spin Street Stage,
The Shops at Mohegan Sun
IN DETAIL: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings, presented in collaboration with Spin Street, is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up-and-coming band, well-known comedian or chart-topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans. Spin Street, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, offers a variety of music, movies and entertainment memorabilia with special signing merchandise available for each Signings & Sightings event.
ABOUT SHAQUILLE O’NEAL: Shaquille O’Neal is widely regarded as one of the most dominant athletes of all time as well as one of the greatest centers in professional basketball history. O’Neal, a graduate of Louisiana State University, is one of the few pro players ever to reach the Finals with three different teams (Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat). He started his career with the Orlando Magic in 1992 and finished it with the Boston Celtics, retiring last year after 19 memorable seasons. During his career, “Shaq” would produce some of the most staggering numbers of any player to grace the hardwood as well as amassing countless accolades. He was named an all-star 15 times, a member of four professional Championship teams, 2-time scoring champ, 1992-1993 “Rookie of the Year” honors and holds claim to the 6th most total points in history with 28,596. O’Neal can now be seen regularly alongside colleagues and former basketball stars Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and host Ernie Johnson on TNT’s Inside the NBA.
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.
Apr 9, 2012 | Breaking News, Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Three day festival featuring live bands, national BBQ experts, cooking demos, rib contests and more at Mohegan Sun June 1st-3rd
UNCASVILLE, CT – Warm up with a weekend of tasty BBQ, live music and fun with Mohegan Sun’s first annual BBQ Fest 
June 1st – 3rd in the Winter Parking Lot. Host Mike Petit of NESN’s Grillseekers emcees the three day event filled with cooking demonstrations, live bands and BB “QnA” sessions with Pitmaster Troy Black. Guests can also enjoy the beats…and treats from DJ Chef Marc Weiss, shop the Sardilli Farmer’s Market, ride the mechanical bull and watch Joey “Jaws” Chestnut battle in a rib eating contest!”
Tickets are $30 per day including 8 food tickets and go on-sale Monday, April 16th at 10am through Ticketmaster.com or at Mohegan Sun’s Box Office. Kids 10 and under get in free (does not include food tickets).
Finger Lickin’ Good
What’s your guilty pleasure: ribs, pulled pork or classic BBQ chicken? Try them all at the first annual Sun BBQ Fest where the nation’s best barbeque experts and vendors will be on hand. Guests can also stroll around the Farmer’s Market and pick up some of their favorite fresh produce by Sardilli Produce & Dairy.
Or watch Competitive Eating Champion Joey “Jaws” Chestnut battle in a rib eating contest on Saturday, June 2nd at 4:00pm. Back in July of 2011, Chestnut won his fifth consecutive hot dog championship eating 62 hot dogs and buns, just under his world-record earned in 2007 for consuming 66 hot dogs and buns in 12 minutes.
Learn the Tricks
Ever wonder how the pros make it look so easy? Here is your chance to learn. Throughout the weekend, a number of events will be taking place where guests can learn the tricks of the trade right from the professionals. From various cooking demonstrations to special BB’QnA’ with Pitmaster Troy Black, there will be plenty of opportunities to learn their hidden secrets.
With a knack for invention and love of barbecue, Black has gained an impressive reputation as an award-winning, competitive barbecue chef and brand ambassador. His zeal for both barbecue and the industry has taken him on an incredible journey from the Southern Living magazine editorial staff to full-time competitive barbecue chef. In the spring of 2010, Black’s first book, The Big Book of BBQ, hit the national scene.
Guests can also enjoy an appearance by Ray Lampe, otherwise known as Dr. BBQ. To learn more about the five time author and chef, visit drbbq.com.
Be Entertained
Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy a number of live bands right on the main stage. Performers include Robert Cray, Jay Dempsey & Highway Call, Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds, Mammoth Jack, Sugar and Shady Creek. Visit mohegansun.com/bbq for exact schedule of events.
Guests will also be entertained by DJ Chef Marc Weiss, as he not only spins the hottest beats but will mix up some gourmet dishes at the same time. To learn more about DJ Chef, visit djchef.com/home.html.
NOTE: Mohegan Sun requires persons under the age of 18 to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian from opening until the close of the event. Unescorted minors will have their parent/legal guardian contacted to pick them up immediately.
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.
Apr 9, 2012 | Gaming
Mohegan Sun is geared up once again for the annual Kentucky Derby party held in the Uncas Ballroom
On Saturday, May 5th, this year’s “Run for the Roses” will be celebrated in full at Mohegan Sun with the annual Kentucky Derby Party held in the Uncas Ballroom. Doors for the special party will open to the public at 10:00am.
As always, the Derby’s signature cocktail, Mint Julep, will be available as well as additional drink specials and food options at the derby festival buffet. Guests joining the fun will also be able to take advantage of thirty betting terminals to go along with nine large screens. There will be open seating for approximately 1,000 people; seating is on a “first-come, first-served” basis. All guests must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
Special guests offering key advice for this year’s event will be Joanna Jones, race analyst and host for HRTV and Linda Rice, the renowned trainer and first woman to hold a training title in New York.
After grabbing some pointers, all that’s left to do is make your picks. Guests who make a $25.00 wager will receive a commemorative Mohegan Sun Derby souvenir and any $50.00 wager will allow guests to pass through the Derby Festival Buffet.
Advance wagering will also be available on Friday, May 4th and guests choosing to place such wagers will receive a commemorative souvenir designed especially for the Mohegan Sun Race Book.
Joanne Jones is a TV host for HRTV’s daily show, Race Day America, which features a preview of the racing day, along with topical issues in the racing world and interviews with prominent guests. She also has been on the network’s weekly show, The Edge and in the past, the Magna 5 preview show. Her tenure with HRTV has taken her to numerous venues across the country, including the Kentucky Derby in 2007, the Preakness in 2004 and 2011 and the Belmont Stakes in 2005. A well-known and well respected personality in the industry, Jones was introduced to horse racing by her father, Professor Gordon Jones. He was the columnist/handicapper for the Los Angeles Herald Examiner, so Jones learned plenty over the years, working alongside her father on the weekends while in high school.
Linda Rice, who made history at Saratoga in 2009 when she became the first woman to win a NYRA training title, reached another personal milestone in June of 2011 at Belmont Park when she saddled her 1,000th winner as a trainer. Rice finished the Belmont spring/summer meet, tied with Todd Pletcher, atop the trainer standings with 25 wins. This is the third meet title for Rice.
She joins an elite group of female trainers to top the 1,000 win mark, which includes Stephanie Beattie, Christine Janks, Barbara McBride and Kathleen O’Connell.
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.
Apr 3, 2012 | Breaking News, Entertainment
The Fresh Beat Band live in concert tour presented by Nickelodeon adds 50 cities to 2012 tour
The Fresh Beat Band, Nickelodeon’s popular preschool music group and stars of the hit TV series of the same name, are adding a second leg to their current sold-out nationwide concert tour and will perform live at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, September 21st at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $34.50 and go on sale Friday, April 13th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to ticketmaster.com; call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000; or visit any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting Saturday, April 14th, subject to availability.
The Fresh Beat Band Live in Concert Tour presented by Nickelodeon features Kiki (Yvette Gonzalez-Nacer), Shout (Thomas Hobson), Marina (Tara Perry) and Twist (Jon Beavers) performing The Fresh Beat Band hits from seasons one, two and three of the Nickelodeon live-action music series that teaches preschoolers about music appreciation. Songs performed include “Here We Go,” “A Friend Like You,” “Bananas,” “Just Like A Rockstar” and others. The first-ever The Fresh Beat Band soundtrack The Fresh Beat Band: Music From The Hit TV Show is currently available on iTunes and in stores everywhere. The album features 19 catchy, preschool-friendly tracks, also culled from three seasons of the TV series and has been #1 on the iTunes Children’s Music chart since its release in January.
Nickelodeon will premiere a new episode of The Fresh Beat Band, “Keeping It Green,” on Earth Day, Friday, April 20th. The Fresh Beat Band debuted in 2009 and is now in its third season on Nickelodeon. The show centers on four best friends Kiki, Shout, Marina and Twist who are in a band and love to sing and dance. In each episode, preschoolers sing and dance along as they help The Fresh Beat Band solve everyday challenges. Preschoolers learn the fundamentals of music such as melody, rhythm, tempo and performance styles, as well as the importance of friendship, working together and respecting each other’s differences. Ne-Yo, Justin Bieber and Jason Mraz have all hung out with the Fresh Beats and additional celebrity guests will appear throughout season three.
Check out the tour website freshbeatbandlive.com, Facebook page facebook.com/freshbeatband and for more Fresh Beat activities and fun, go to nickjr.com/the-fresh-beat-band/.
Nickelodeon, now in its 32nd year, is the #1 entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the #1 rated basic cable network for 17 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc.
Mohegan Sun Arena is ranked the 5th best venue in the world by Billboard Magazine and was the 2008 and 2010 recipient of a Country Music Award for “Casino of The Year.” Venues Today also ranked Mohegan Sun Arena #4 in 2011. For more information on concerts and other great events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
