Jan 3, 2019 | Employment, General News
WILKES-BARRE, PA (January 3, 2019) – Mohegan Sun Pocono is excited to 
announce that David Parfrey has been named Vice President of Marketing. Parfrey is a day-one team member of Mohegan Sun Pocono, which opened in November of 2006. He also worked for previous ownership, Pocono Downs racetrack, since 2000.
“David has been an integral part of the Mohegan Sun Pocono family for many years as well as being a great leader & voice of expertise within our financial division,” said Anthony Carlucci, President and CEO of Mohegan Sun Pocono. “This promotion is well deserved and we’re excited to see his career advance to the senior leadership level within marketing for our premier gaming & entertainment destination here in Pennsylvania.”
A graduate of Penn State University with a focus in Accounting, Parfrey’s career took root at Mohegan Sun Pocono in the mid-2000s where he excelled in financial work for the company, which led to a promotion to Director of Finance in 2009; a position he held until 2017. From there, Parfrey’s role & responsibilities progressed further, as he was named Director of Financial Planning & Analysis in July 2017. Parfrey led the Marketing Analytics team in this role along with advising senior management on operational trends, maintaining financial budgeting and overseeing financial modeling projects associated with capital investment opportunities. As the new VP of Marketing, Parfrey will oversee all consumer and casino communications at Mohegan Sun Pocono, including entertainment, promotions, special events and more.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Dec 27, 2018 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (December 27, 2018) – Molly O’Sheas’ first anniversary at Mohegan Sun Poconois filled cash prizes, live music, a Reuben challenge and more! Guests will have the chance to celebrate with Molly O’Sheas throughout the month of January.
For starters – $1,000.00 in cash is up for grabs for a lucky guest. All guests have to do is purchase a minimum of $10.00 from Molly O’Sheas food & drink menu between January 1st and 27th. The receipt that is given to guests after this purchase will have information on how to enter the contest. The drawing is January 27th at 6:00pm, and if the first place winner is present at the drawing their cash prize increases to $2,500! Other prizes include memorabilia packages, dinner for a year and a Molly O’Sheas t-shirt.
Molly O’Sheas is hosting an Irish Whiskey Parings Event on Thursday, January 24th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Guests will enjoy five delicious high-end whiskey and appetizer pairings, along with flatbreads, various cheeses, carved Italian meats and grilled vegetables. Live music by Dustin Douglas starts at 9:00pm. Tickets are $39.00 and available for purchase at Molly O’Sheas.
Guests can put their appetite to the test with Molly’s Monster Reuben Challenge on Friday, January 25th. Contestants will attempt to eat a 4lb Reuben (valued at $29.99). Those who finish the Reuben get it for free, along with a free Molly O’Sheas t-shirt. Aside from the challenge, $3.00 Guinness Drafts will be served from 7:00pm – Midnight. Guests have the opportunity to receive a complimentary Guinness glass engraved with a name from 9:00pm – 11:00pm while supplies last. Acoustic karaoke hosted by Jon Hollywood starts at 9:00pm.
On Saturday January 26th, enjoy Jameson “5 Ways for $5 Special” all day long. This special features five Jameson-based shots: Chilled & Straight, Jameson Grand Slam Shot, Jameson & Ginger, Jameson on the Rocks, and The Pickle Back. Meet the Jameson Girls from 9:00pm – 11:00pm and sing with the Karaoke DJ from 9:00pm – Midnight.
Free anniversary cupcakes will be served all day with the purchase of an entrée on Sunday, January 27th.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Dec 20, 2018 | Breakers, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News
Breakers to feature the best tribute bands on the first Saturday of every month through June, with Dean Ford kicking things off!
One of the top touring tribute acts around are making their way to Mohegan Sun
Pocono. Dean Ford, whose resemblance and performance in tribute of the late Pop superstar, Prince, is arguably unmatched, will be on stage with his band, The Beautiful Ones, for a free show inside Breakers at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Saturday, January 5th. This show kicks-off live entertainment at Breakers that will play host to incredible tribute bands well into the New Year!
The Beautiful Ones are the first of what will be a regular tribute band lineup at Breakers, one of the best live music bars in PA, the first Saturday of every month through June 2019, with shows starting around 9:30pm, with no cover. The calendar features:Dean Ford & The Beautiful Ones (Prince) on Saturday, January 5th | Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen’s Stevie Ray Vaughan Retrospective on Saturday, February 2nd | 7800 Fahrenheit (Bon Jovi) on Saturday, March 2nd | Bell Bottom Blues(Eric Clapton) on Saturday, April 6th |Frontiers (Journey) on Saturday, May 4th | Bark at the Moon (Ozzy Osbourne) on Saturday, June 1st.
Additional live performances that are planned through March at Breakers include:
Route 80s (80s hits) on Saturday, January 12th, UUU (Pop Hits) on Saturday, January 19th, Tempest Edge (Rock) on Saturday, January 26th, Chasing Ashlee (Rock Hits from 70s – present) on Saturday, February 9th, Until Sunrise (Hits: 90s through today) on Saturday, February 16th, Big Bang Baby (Stone Temple Pilots & more) on Saturday, February 23rd and More information on Breakers and full live music calendar is available at Breakers.
*Friday nights at Breakers will also have live DJ’s providing the music & energy, with January to feature: Jay Velar, Ricky Via, DJ Smith & DJ Magnum.
ABOUT DEAN FORD & THE BEAUTIFUL ONES: Dean Ford embodies the legendary Prince with every fiber of his being, with a show as close as fans will ever get to the real thing. The Portland, Maine-based tribute band perform all the hits, including the “Purple Rain” album in its entirety. But, it’s more than just the songs. He’s got the look, the moves and the sounds down jaw-droppingly well. So well, you’ll forget it’s only a tribute.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 18, 2018 | Breakers, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Holiday, Special Events, Wise Crackers
WILKES-BARRE, PA (December 18, 2018) – Mohegan Sun Pocono is the perfect place to spend the holidays! Enjoy Christmas and New Year’s Eve dining specials before ringing in the New Year.
Christmas
Dining Specials
Pick up a holiday gift card at Bar Louie and get a bonus gift!
- Buy $100 in gift cards and get dinner for two
- Buy $50 in gift cards and get a free entrée
- Buy $25 in gift cards and get a $5 voucher
Timbers Buffet is open on Christmas Day from 4:00pm – 9:00pm, offering dinner for $25.99.
On Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, buy one hot fudge or caramel sundae at Ben & Jerry’s and receive the second one for $1.00.
Molly O’Sheas is open for Happy Hour on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day. From 5:00pm –7:00pm on both days, enjoy half off all drinks. On Christmas Eve, enjoy $8.00 Killian’s Pitchers from 7:00pm to Midnight. On Christmas Day, treat yourself to $3.00 Sam Adams Winter Lager.
Rustic Kitchen is featuring the following special menu on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day:
- Shrimp bisque
- Mixed green salad with apple, walnut, cranberry, goat cheese, and ginger vinaigrette
- Eggplant Rollatini
- Crab-stuffed haddock for $32
- Shrimp & Lobster Fra Diavolo over linguini for $34
- 16 oz. rib eye topped with lobster fricassee for $50
New Year’s Eve Dining Specials
Timbers Buffet is open on New Year’s Eve from 4:00pm – 10:00pm, offering dinner for $29.99.
Rustic Kitchen is offering a special New Year’s Eve menu, including:
- Lobster bisque
- Beef tenderloin spring rolls with jalapeño cheddar sauce
- Crab cocktail with avocado
- Surf & Turf: 6oz lobster with 6oz filet for $58
- Chilean sea bass with chorizo corn stew for $38
- Seafood ravioli, filled with lobster, crab and shrimp for $33
New Year’s Eve Fun
Bar Louie is hosting a Black & White Masquerade party. Enjoy live entertainment from Graces Downfall, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are on sale now. Must be 21.
Kick it old school with Breakers as they host their 80s NYE party. M80 is performing from 9:30pm – 1:30am. Enjoy 80’s themed signature drinks like the La Gear’d (Malibu, Blue Curacao, Sour and Sprite) the Ecto Cooler (Stoli Orange, Midori, Sour and Sprite), and the Garbage Pail (Absolute Mandarin, Peach Schnapps, Midori, Sour, Sprite, and pineapple juice). Party favors will be provided.
Celebrate with Molly O’Sheas from 4:00pm – 2:00am. Happy Hour is from 5:00pm – 7:00pm and all drinks are 1/2 off. Drink Specials run from 7:00pm – Midnight, including $8.00 Killian’s pitchers. Cruise Control Duo is performing from 9:00pm – 1:00am. Party favors will be provided, must be 21 or older.
WiseCrackers is a hilarious way to ring in 2019! MC Sergio Marzitelli, feature Joey Callahan, and headliner Chris Monty are sure to help you bring in the New Year on a funny note! The NYE comedy show starts at 10:00pm (doors open at 9:00pm). Party favors and a champagne toast will be provided. Tickets are $25.00 and on sale now. Must be 21 or older.
New Year’s Day Treats
Buy one hot fudge or caramel sundae at Ben & Jerry’s at receive the second for $1.00.
Buy any pretzel at Wetzel’s Pretzels and receive the second one for 1/2 price.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Dec 4, 2018 | Entertainment, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (December 4, 2018) – Magician/Comedian Justin Willman is performing live in the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono on Friday, March 8, 2019 at 8:00pm.
Tickets start at $25.00 and go on sale Friday, December 7th at 10:00am through ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster at 800.745.3000. Tickets can also be purchased at Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Box Office located at the Player’s Club in the casino. Must be 18 years or over. Ticketmaster presale is available online from Tuesday, December 4th at 10:00am to Thursday, December 6th at 10:00pm. The password SUSAN is required.
This summer, Willman premiered his six-episode magic series on Netflix entitled Magic For Humans with Justin Willman. In the series, Willman brings his skills as a magician to the strange and misunderstood subcultures of America, while incorporating his disarming demeanor into street magic and social experiments that will boggle the mind. Upon premiering, the show instantly became one of the most streamed shows on Netflix with clips from the show garnering over 300 million views to date across social media, even sparking a viral meme. Indiewire called Willman the “perfect magician/hybrid prototype with incredible comedic timing,” and Rotten Tomatoes currently has the show listed at an 88% audience approval.
The L.A. Times exclaimed that Willman is, “A new breed of magician who’s making magic cool again for grown-ups.” Playboy Magazine dubbed him, “The freshest and funniest magician working today,” and Time Out hailed that his show, “Has to be seen to be disbelieved.”
Prior to Magic for Humans, Willman was known for his multiple appearances on The Tonight Show, Ellen, and Conan. He also performed live at the White House for the Obama Family as well. His debut comedy/magic special Sleight of Mouth premiered on Comedy Central in 2015 to rave reviews.
Willman is also a consultant & writer for film/television productions like America’s Got Talent, The Goldbergs, and Disney’s upcoming feature film Magic Camp.
Justin was born in St. Louis, lives in Los Angeles, and does not own a rabbit.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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