Jul 15, 2013 | General News, Special Events
Meet Jax Taylor and Stassi Schroeder on Friday, August 9th
WHAT: Meet stars of Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules, Jax Taylor and Stassi Schroeder, on August 9th at Mohegan Sun as part of Diva Fridays and the Hot Summer Fun’s Reality Check series.
WHEN/ WHERE: Friday, August 9th in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
Live Discussion – 8:30pm
Free Signing – 9:00pm
IN DETAIL: Join two of the hottest employees at SUR this August 9th as Jax Taylor and Stassi Schroeder take over The Shops concourse for a Reality Check at Mohegan Sun as part of Diva Fridays and Hot Summer Fun. This free event will feature a live discussion at 8:30pm followed by a free signing at 9:00pm. Don’t miss out when two of the hottest reality stars on the West Coast pay a visit to Connecticut!
For more information on Jax Taylor, please connect with him on Twitter or visit his page on BravoTV.com.
For more information on Stassi Schroeder, please visit her website or connect with her on Twitter.
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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Jul 11, 2013 | General News, Special Events
Featuring special guests Rev Run & DJ Ruckus and “Mr. Belding” Dennis Haskins on July 26th
WHAT: VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock inside Mohegan Sun celebrates its one year anniversary on Friday, July 26th with a ‘Throwback’ party featuring Rev Run & DJ Ruckus and “Mr. Belding” Dennis Haskins from Saved By the Bell.
WHEN/ WHERE: Friday, July 26th at 10:00pm inside VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock
IN DETAIL: VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock inside Mohegan Sun is turning one and some of the most “mega” 90’s stars are helping to celebrate with a ‘Throwback’ party. On Friday, July 26th at 10:00pm, dance to music by Rev Run & DJ Ruckus then hang out as Dennis Haskins a.k.a “Mr. Belding” from Saved By the Bell helps to commemorate the ultra lounge’s first anniversary.
ABOUT VISTA LOUNGE: VISTA Lounge is a 450-person lounge with numerous plush coves and VIP sections alongside a dance floor complete with a state-of-the-art, near–field, bi-amped 60,000 watt sound system. Two bars are available for guest convenience, offering bubbly cocktails, creative cosmos and delicious dessert martinis. VISTA Lounge brings part of the casino inside with two custom designed blackjack tables which are available for use or for rent and a view of the entire gaming floor. Throughout the night, you can look up at the stars as the dome above Wombi Rock transforms from a sunset-red sky to a smattering of twinkling twilight. In recent months Jenny McCarthy, Melissa Gorga, Scott Disick, R&B group Boyz II Men and many more have all partied at VISTA Lounge.
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 our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Jul 2, 2013 | Employment, General News
Kawel LauBach, former VP of Administration at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, to oversee HR operations at all MTGA properties
Mohegan Sun is pleased to announce the promotion of Kawel LauBach to Chief Human Resource Officer of the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority. Kawel boasts 20 years of combined operations and human resources experience, most recently holding the title of Vice President of Administration at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs.
In his new role, Kawel will be responsible for improving and developing uniform human resource and guest experience processes, improving operations of managed and owned properties and developing excellence in hiring practices.
Kawel received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University located just outside Nashville, Tennessee. He is greatly involved in the community having served on three separate non-profit boards supporting leadership, children and diversity. Kawel, his wife, Leslie, and their two children have relocated to the East Lyme area.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
Jul 1, 2013 | Gaming, General News
Started June 28th, Mohegan Sun became a CT Lottery Retailer
Mohegan Sun is excited to announce that they are now one of Connecticut’s newest lottery retailers. On Friday, June 28th, Mohegan Sun began selling CT Lottery tickets to guests 18 and over at Mohegan Sun’s Mobil Gas Station & Convenience Store and Riverview Essentials, located inside Casino of the Sky. Lottery prizes of $599 or less per ticket can now be cashed between 6:00am and 11:00pm daily.
All nine of the Lottery’s draw games will be sold at Mohegan Sun, including Powerball®, Lotto℠ and Lucky for Life®, among others. More than 25 different scratch games will also be available for sale. (Lottery tickets must be purchased in cash; tickets cannot be paid for with a credit card or Player’s Club points.)
“We are delighted that Mohegan Sun will be joining our growing number of Lottery retailers,” said Anne M. Noble, President and CEO of the CT Lottery. “We look forward to a long and lasting partnership, while providing the guests of Mohegan Sun this added convenience.”
Recently, the Mohegan Sun and the CT Lottery have also partnered together in the Mohegan Sun’s Hot Summer Fun celebrations. From June 30th through September 1st, each Sunday starting at 9:00am, Mohegan Sun will be giving away free $3 “Win For Life® 19th Edition” scratch tickets to the first 2,000 Player’s Club members at the Summer Coat Check.
The CT Lottery reminds the public that purchasers must be 18 or older, and to please play responsibly.
About the CT Lottery:
Lottery sales benefit Connecticut’s residents in valuable ways. In fiscal year 2012, the Lottery delivered a record $310 million to the state’s General Fund, which supported the state’s libraries and education systems, provided public health needs, protected our citizens through support to the public safety and judicial systems, and more. Since the Lottery began in 1972, contributions to the General Fund have exceeded $7.8 billion, and more than $13 billion has been won by players.
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, follow us on Twitter, find us on Pinterest and view us on YouTube.
Jun 18, 2013 | General News, Special Events
Join Josh at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House on June 25th as he greets with fans and watches the show’s new episode
WHAT: Meet Josh Harris of Deadliest Catch on June 25th as he participates in a Reality Check event at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House inside Mohegan Sun. Then stick around and watch the show’s new episode!
WHEN/ WHERE: Tuesday, June 25th inside The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House
Deadliest Catch new episode viewing & Live Discussion – 9:00pm
Meet and Greet & Book Signing – 10:00pm
IN DETAIL: Ahoy, landlubbers! Meet Josh Harris of the popular series, Deadliest Catch, as he signs copies of his new book, Captain Phil Harris, at The Lansdowne Irish Pub & Music House inside Mohegan Sun as part of a special Reality Check event. Come by and watch the show at 9:00pm with Josh, then get the chance to ask him questions about one of the most heart-pounding reality shows on TV!
For more information on Josh Harris, please connect with him on Twitter, like him on Facebook or visit the Deadliest Catch webpage.
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, find us on pinterest.com/mohegansun and view us on youtube.com/mohegansunvideos.
