Jul 20, 2010 | Entertainment, Special Events
Audition for a chance to be named the Connecticut Idol on July 26th at Mohegan Sun and win the opportunity to tryout in front of an American Idol producer
UNCASVILLE, CT – In collaboration with Fox 61 WTIC-TV, Mohegan Sun presents Connecticut Idol, where 250 contestants will be competing for the chance to audition in front of an American Idol producer . The auditions are being held on Monday, July 26th from 10:00am to 5:00pm in The Cabaret Theatre at Mohegan Sun. Upon completion of auditions, the winner will be announced between 5:30pm and 6:00pm in The Shops at Mohegan Sun concourse.
Contestants can register from 7:30am to 10:00am in front of The Cabaret Theatre. On-site registration is limited to the first 200 eligible contestants, with another 50 contestants being randomly pre-qualified through the online enter to win contest on ctnow.com. Information for the online enter to win contest can be found at ctnow.com/connecticutidol.
All eligible contestants must be between the ages of 15 to 28 years. Any contestant under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Contestants must be present to win during the announcement in The Shops concourse.
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
Jun 17, 2010 | General News, Special Events
Connecticut libraries will host a variety of local authors starting July 8th and capping off the tour at Mohegan Sun on September 23rd with Donald Bain
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 17, 2010) – Mohegan Sun has once again teamed up with the Connecticut Authors Trail and is set to cap off the great book signing tour on Thursday, September 23rd with acclaimed author of Murder, She Wrote, Donald Bain. The Connecticut Authors Trail kicks-off with popular author Jane Haddam. Other library signing dates will feature remarkable authors like Pam Lewis, Douglas Clegg, Denise Gadreau, Susan Campbell, Christine Whitehead, Suzy Graf, Mark O’Neill and M. William Phelps.
Donald Bain’s book discussion will take place at 7:00pm in The Cabaret Theatre followed by a book signing. Bain is the author/ ghost author of more than 100 books, many of which are best-sellers. His prolific career began when Bain worked as a writer/director for Peckham Productions where he created films for clients like Avon, American Airlines, Pan Am and IBM. His work includes both fiction and non-fiction including the popular series Murder, She Wrote, which consists of 33 original novels. His airline comedy book, Coffee Tea or Me?, was published nearly thirty years ago and together with its sequels has sold more than 5 million copies worldwide. Bain also wrote and hosted the nationally-syndicated series The Media Watch. Bain’s appearance and signing at Mohegan Sun will be the final stop for the Connecticut Author’s Trail.
The Connecticut Authors Trail focuses on some of the state’s most brilliant authors and takes pride in bringing together a diverse collection of writers whose styles cover everything from suspense thrillers to romantic novels and self-help to local libraries across eastern Connecticut. All programs are free and open to the public. Passports will be available at the participating libraries throughout the summer as a guide to the author events. Have your passport stamped at each author event for a chance to qualify for an exclusive pre-program Meet & Greet with Donald Bain on Thursday, September 23rd in The Cabaret Theatre at Mohegan Sun.
For more information and a schedule on the Connecticut Authors Trail, please visit http://sites.google.com/site/ctauthortrail2010/HOME
The full list of author appearances is as follows:
Jane Haddam: Thursday, July 8th at 6:30pm
Author of: Cheating at Solitaire and Wanting Sheila Dead
Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5A Tyler Drive, Franklin, Connecticut 06254
Amanda Marrone: Tuesday, July 13th at 7:00pm
Author of: Revealers, Uninvited and Devoured
Preston Public Library, 389 Route 2, Preston, Connecticut 06365
Jan Melnik: Thursday, July 15th at 6:30pm
Author of: One-Hour – College Application Essay: Write Your College Admission Essay Today
Sprague Public Library, 76 Main Street, Baltic, Connecticut 06330
Pam Lewis: Tuesday, July 20th at 6:30pm
Author of: Perfect Family and Speak Softly, She Can Hear
Jonathan Trumbull Library, Lebanon, Connecticut 06249
Douglas Clegg: Thursday, July 22nd at 6:30pm
Author of: Neverland, Isis and Afterlife
Preston Public Library, 389 Route 2, Preston, Connecticut 06365
Jennifer Lynn Barnes: Monday, July 26th at 6:30pm
Author of: Raised by Wolves, Tattoo and Fate
Otis Library, 261 Main Street, Norwich, Connecticut 06360
Chris Knopf: Tuesday, July 27th at 6:45pm
Author of: Elysiana, Hard Stop and Short Squeeze
Saxton B. Little Free Library, 319 Route 87, Columbia, Connecticut 06237
Derek “Deek” Diedricksen: Thursday, July 29th at 6:30pm
Author of: Humble Homes, Simple Shacks, Cozy Cottages, Ramshackle Retreats, Funky Forts…
Sprague Public Library, 76 Main Street, Baltic, Connecticut 06330
Denise Gadreau: Tuesday, August 3rd at 6:00pm
Author of: Crystal Meditations: The Inward Journey
Scotland Public Library, 21 Brook Road, Scotland, Connecticut 06264
Susan Campbell: Tuesday, August 10th at 6:30pm
Author of: Dating Jesus: A Story of Fundamentalism, Feminism, and the American Girl
Andover Public Library, 355 Route 6, Andover, Connecticut 06232
Peg Moran: Thursday, August 12th at 6:30pm
Author of: An Acre Plus: Invitation to a Growing Life
Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5A Tyler Drive, Franklin, Connecticut 06254
Christine Whitehead: Tuesday, August 17th, 6:45pm
Author of: Tell Me When It Hurts
Saxton B. Little Free Library, 319 Route 87, Columbia, Connecticut 06237
Suzy Graf: Thursday, August 19th at 6:00pm
Author of: The Skeptic Psychic: An Autobiography into the Acceptance of the Unseen
Canterbury Public Library, 1 Municipal Drive, Canterbury, Connecticut 06331
Glenn Maynard: Tuesday, August 24th at 6:45pm
Author of: Strapped into an American Dream
Saxton B. Little Free Library, 319 Route 87, Columbia, Connecticut 06237
Mark O’Neill: Thursday, August 26th at 6:00pm
Author of: TV’s M*A*S*H: The Ultimate Guide Book
The Slater Library, 26 Main Street, Jewett City, Connecticut 06351
Jessica Anderson: Thursday, September 2nd at 6:30pm
Author of: The Novels of the Final Prophecy
Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5A Tyler Drive, Franklin, Connecticut 06254
M. William Phelps: Wednesday, September 8th at 7:00pm
Author of: The Devil’s Rooming House and Death Trap
Saxton B. Little Free Library, 319 Route 87, Columbia, Connecticut 06237
Allan G. Johnson: Thursday, September 16th at 6:30pm
Author of: The First Thing and the Last
Preston Public Library, 389 Route 2, Preston, Connecticut 06365
Mark Robinson: Tuesday, September 21st at 6:30pm
Author of: Smoke, Fire and Angels: Tragedy on Avon Mountain and the Life-Changing Aftermath
Guilford Smith Memorial Library, 17 Main St, South Windham, Connecticut 06266
Donald Bain, Thursday, September 23rd at 7:00pm
Author of: Murder, She Wrote
The Cabaret Theatre, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, Connecticut 06382
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
May 10, 2010 | Special Events
Renowned saxophonist Mindi Abair to take part in exclusive signing in The Shops at Mohegan Sun
Immediately following her performance in the Wol
f Den on May 21st, the incredibly-talented Mindi Abair will greet fans and sign autographs as part of Mohegan Sun’s exclusive Signings & Sightings. This free personal appearance and signing will take place on the Spin Street Stage in The Shops at Mohegan Sun. All Signings & Sightings events are free and open to the public. Spin Street will have Abair’s most recent release In Hi-Fi Stereo available for purchase leading up to and on the day of this event.
Mindi Abair’s performance in the Wolf Den is at 8:00pm. The Wolf Den is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
ABOUT MINDI ABAIR
Mindi Abair is a distinguished and very popular American contemporary Jazz saxophonist that has either recorded or toured with the likes of John Tesh, Rick Braun, Josh Groban, Teena Marie, Mandy Moore and Peter White. In 1999, she independently released a Pop album entitled Always and Never the Same. In 2003, she returned to her Jazz roots with the release of It Just Happens That Way, which peaked at #7 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz chart and remained in the Top 10 for nineteen consecutive weeks. It Just Happens That Way was followed up by two very successful Jazz records entitled Come As YouAre(2004) and Life Less Ordinary(2006); the latter peaked at #2 on the Billboard Contemporary Jazz charts. Some of Abair’s hit singles include “Lucy’s,” “True Blue,” “Bloom,” “Stars” as well as the R&R Jazz airplay top 10 hit “Smile.” Her newest album entitled In Hi-Fi Stereo, we’ll be released on May 18th and is entirely produced by Grammy-nominated, Rex Rideout.
ABOUT SIGNINGS AND SIGHTINGS
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. Visit mohegansun.com for more information.
Feb 24, 2010 | Breaking News, Entertainment, Special Events
New York Times best-selling author, Harlan Coben takes part in a Winning Authors event on April 10th
Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors welcomes best-selling author Harlan Coben. The world-renowned author will host a live discussion on Saturday, April 10th in The Cabaret Theatre at 2:00pm followed by a book signing in The Shops at Mohegan Sun at 3:00pm for his latest thriller Caught. Coben’s appearance in Mohegan Sun’s Winning Authors places him in a class of authors such as Sue Grafton, Nora Roberts, Robin Cook, Lee Child and John Saul.
Harlan Coben’s critically-acclaimed novels have earned him international success. As the first author ever to win the Edgar Award, Shamus Award and Anthony Award, Coben continues to rake in accolades from reviewers and fans worldwide. His previous seven novels have appeared on the top of all major best-seller lists including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly. Coben’s latest novel, Caught, tells the story of a missing girl, a community stunned by her loss, the predator who may have taken her and the reporter who suddenly realizes she can’t trust her own instincts about the case, or the motives of the people around her.
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 Harlan Coben and other Winning Author events at Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com/winning-authors.
Feb 5, 2010 | General News, Special Events
A variety of dining, shopping, hotel, spa, entertainment and singles specials highlight Valentine’s Day weekend at Mohegan Sun
Valentine’s Day is approaching and Mohegan Sun is the prime destination for exclusive dining options, Elemis Spa specials, a singles night and great discounts at Mohegan Sun shops.
DINING OFFERINGS
Todd English’s Tuscany will serve a four-course tasting starting with a trio of gourmet Oysters followed by Oil-Poached Swordfish with Olive-Crusted Potatoes and Tomato Caper Emulsion. Then, a tender Half-Rack of Lamb, topped off with a Chocolate Fondant Cake for dessert. The tasting will be offered from at $47.00 per person on February 14th.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House will prepare a variety of dishes including a Fried Brie appetizer with Grape Essence for $9.00, a 14-ounce Bone-In Filet Mignon entrée with Port Wine Demi, Cherry Compote and Caramelized Endive for $49.00 and Long- Stemmed Strawberries dipped in Chocolate for $5.00. The specials will run from February 12th through the14th.
SolToro Tequila Grill commemorates Valentine’s Day with Shrimp & Roasted Corn Bisque for $6.95 and Apple Wood Bacon wrapped in Shrimp with a Mango Lemongrass Mojo, Pepita Pesto Mashed Potatoes and Chef’s Vegetables for $21.00. The dishes will be offered from February 12th through the14th.
Big Bubba’s BBQ will offer a Valentine’s Day dinner for two that will include a choice of Lobster Bisque or Caesar Salad followed by Filet Mignon & Shrimp with Roasted Potatoes & Asparagus. A rich Triple Mousse Cake will be prepared for dessert. The dinner, will be served at $49.99 from February 12th through the 14th.
Birches Bar & Grill will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a three-course meal beginning with a choice of Soup or Salad, followed by a choice of Coulibiac of Salmon or Prime Rib. The meal concludes with Chocolate Fondant Cake for dessert and will be served at $34.95 per person on February 14th.
For more complete information on Mohegan Sun’s restaurants, visit mohegansun.com and click on the “dining” link or call 1.888.226.7711.
THE SHOPS AT MOHEGAN SUN
Tommy Bahama has special gift options that include Tommy Bahama’s Signature Women’s 3.4 ounce Eau de Parfum for $75.00 and Tommy Bahama’s TB Del Mar Polos for $78.00.
LUSH Cosmetics will give Valentine’s Day shoppers a free massage bar of their choice when they purchase any wrapped gift over $40.00 on February 13th. While supplies last.
Galina’s European Boutique offers gift options that include Crabtree & Evelyn soaps for $5.50, body washes from $15.00 to $18.00, lotions for $25.00, perfumes for $28.00 and powders for $12.00. Vera Bradley’s spring colors are also available and range from $10.00 to $100.00. Special Pandora Valentine bracelets are offered in silver and range from $25.00 to $100.00 and Sweetheart beads range from $25.00 to $295.00.
HOTEL & SPA SPECIALS
Elemis Spa will feature The Ceremony of the Strawberry Moon package which includes a couples massage lesson, a Jasmine Bath for two, a bottle of champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries for $425.00. A second featured treatment will polish your Valentine’s skin to perfection before being utterly indulged with The Lime & Ginger Salt Glow Massage for $140.00.
SINGLE THIS YEAR?
Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings welcomes the host of Bravo’s hit reality television show Millionaire Matchmaker, Patti Stanger, to The Shops at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, February 13th. From 10:00am to 12:00pm, Stanger will sign copies of her latest paperback Become Your Own Matchmaker.
All Signings and Sightings events are free and open to the public. Spin Street will be selling signing merchandise at special event pricing.
Mohegan After Dark will also have something for singles this Valentine’s Day weekend with little black dress night on Friday, February 12th at Ultra 88 Night Club. Admission is $10.00 and ladies who wear a black dress will get in free before 11:00pm. On February 13th, Bravo’s Millionaire Matchmaker Patti Stanger will host a Valentine’s Day Eve bash at Ultra 88 Night Club. Admission is $20.00 and it is open to the public.
On February 13th, Mohegan Sun will welcome the 2009 New York Yankees’ 27th World Series Championship trophy. Fans are welcome to visit and take photographs with the display in the Spring Gateway located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun concourse.
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville will celebrate flying solo on Valentine’s Day with a special singles night from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on Sunday, February 14th. The evening will include games, door prizes, giveaways, a live DJ and an appetizer buffet. Tickets are $10.00 per person for advanced registration and $15.00 at the door. Space is limited. For more information, visit margaritaville.com or call 1.888.226.7711.
Valentine’s Day Weekend has something for the guys as platinum artist Kid Rock takes the stage in Mohegan Sun Arena at 8:00pm on February 13th.
Laugh off Valentine’s Day with stand-up comedy in The Cabaret Theatre with Kevin Meaney and special guests Billy Winn and Jim Dailakis presented by The Treehouse Comedy Club at 9:00pm.
Valentines who are looking to save some money can head over to the Wolf Den for some free performances as SafetySuit performs at 9:00pm on February 12th. The fun continues on Saturday, February 13th with Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge at 9:00pm and wrapping up the weekend on February 14th will be the Boogie Wonder Band at 7:00pm. Must be 21 years or older to attend. Seating is limited on a first come, first served
Mohegan Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, is one of the largest, most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and meeting destinations in the United States. Situated on 240 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.
