Feb 13, 2019 | Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Holiday, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 13, 2019) – It’s St. Patrick’s Day at Mohegan Sun Pocono and Molly O’Sheas is the home base for all things green and gold. The Irish Pub & Eatery is offering specials and live entertainment from Friday, March 15th to Sunday, March 17th.
Food specials feature a variety of Irish-inspired classics:
- Drunken Beef Fries – whiskey-braised beef topped with waffle fries and slathered in sharp cheese sauce
- Smashed Red Bliss Potato Dippers – whole red bliss potatoes smashed and fried to perfection with a duo of dipping sauces
- Corned Beef and Rumbledethumps – chunked corned beef served with a casserole of potato, onion, and cabbage, topped with melted cheese accompanies with grain mustard
- Guinness Fish and Chips – Guinness-battered fried fish served with waffle fries, coleslaw and tartar sauce
Molly O’Sheas is also welcoming the return of the Reuben Challenge. Order a 4lb Reuben (valued at $29.99) and if it’s eaten in 60 minutes or less, the Reuben is free. Those who complete the challenge also receive a free t-shirt.
Pair the festive food specials with St. Paddy’s inspired drinks:
- Black Magic – Power’s Gold Label Whiskey, grenadine, lime juice, muddled blackberries, topped with Guinness
- Irish Eyes – Slane Irish whiskey, green crème de menthe, and cream, garnished with a cherry
- Luck of the Irish – Bailey’s Irish Crème, Kahlua, Frangelico, and almond milk
- Bloody Molly – Bloody Mary topped with Guinness and garnished with bacon (available Saturday and Sunday, Noon – 4:00pm)
Molly O’Sheas’ regular drink specials are another way to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day weekend. On Friday, guests can enjoy happy hour with 1/2 off draft beer from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. From 7:00pm – Midnight, Guinness drafts are only $3.00. Saturday from Noon – 7:00pm, bottles of Coors Light are $2.50 and happy hour starts at 7:00pm with 1/2 off all drinks. All day Sunday, celebrate with $8.00 Miller Lite Pitchers.
It wouldn’t be a celebration at Molly O’Sheas without live entertainment! Mama’s Black Sheep kick off the holiday weekend with a performance from 9:00pm – Midnight. On Saturday, Chasing Ashlee Duo performs from 9:00pm – Midnight. Sunday’s celebration wraps up with a live DJ and karaoke from 8:00pm – 11:00pm.
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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Feb 1, 2019 | General News, Shopping, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
Open to the public on the 1st floor of the Hotel; Mohegan Sun Pocono’s Signature Spa Will Offer Daily Specials & Free Gifts Throughout February
WILKES-BARRE, PA (February 1, 2019) – Spa Sapphire is excited to announce the 
five year Anniversary of its fully operational and multi-faceted luxury Salon and Day Spa. Guests will be able to take advantage of special promotions throughout February, as well as have a shot at winning a free gift with their spa service visit. Highlights include: dessert & wine added on to any service for only $5.00 per person, 30% off body wraps, a special couples pedicure offering and much more. Spa Sapphire also offers a 25% discount Monday-Friday year-round for anyone living within a 20-mile radius.
Spa Sapphire, open to the public and owned & operated by Angie and Larry Morgan, is the third exclusive Sapphire Salon and Spa Location. The first being The Sapphire Salon and Destination Spa, the Sapphire Signature location in the heart of Pittston, PA and The Sapphire Salon & Spa: An AVEDA Concept Salon & Lifestyle Store located at The Shoppes at Montage in Moosic, PA.
Spa Sapphire boasts over 4,000 Square feet of unsurpassed services and endless luxury. Using a truly unique concept, Spa Sapphire invites you to “journey” through our one of a kind beauty & wellness offerings for “the most brilliant experience under the sun.” The “Journey to Relaxation” begins in the Himalayan Salt Sauna and Exotic Mud Chamber with Rain Shower Cascade & Steam before indulging in a relaxing massage and blissful body treatments. Loved ones are invited to share in the experience with the “Journey of Togetherness” for two, which features relaxing bath treatments, couples massages and facials for two in the privacy of your own luxurious suite. The “Journey to Radiance” allows you to experience a world-class, exquisite array of skin care treatments and facials designed to reveal your inner & outer glow.
Your “Journey of the Senses” will transport you to a place of ultimate pampering while experiencing a signature manicure & pedicure services using essential oils and fresh dried herbs. Take your sensory experience to the height of luxury with a $500 Sapphire Diamond Manicure or Pedicure Package. Your “Journey to Beauty” begins with a talented designer hair team and includes a stress relieving scalp massage and makeup finishing touch. Take your beauty experience to the next level with the $1200 Spa Sapphire Makeover Package.
The classically male men’s salon, featuring our “Journey for Men”, is the perfect retreat for the ultimate experience in men’s grooming care. Rooted in earth elements, such as stone, wood, glass, leather, bronze and nickel, the private men’s salon offers an array of exclusive services.
Experience the best of all Spa Sapphire has to offer with the “Journey Around the World” sampler packages, featuring head-to-toe themed services, products, techniques and lunch from 12 destinations around the world. Stamp your “passport” by experiencing different “Journey Around the World” packages to receive rewards.
During Spa Sapphire’s Anniversary month of February 2019, guests can enjoy special promotions each day of the week on some of the most popular services. Plus, “Spin to Win” a free gift with your service visit! And receive a free gift with a $75 Aveda retail purchase. For all of the daily specials planned in February as part of Spa Sapphire’s 5th Anniversary, visit: Spa Sapphire 5th Anniversary
*Call the Spa Concierge Team 570-270-5555 for reservations | thesapphiresalon.com
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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Jan 29, 2019 | Community Relations, General News, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Special Events
WILKES-BARRE, PA (January 29, 2019) – Get ready for March Bagness! Take part in one of the biggest Cornhole Tournaments in Northeastern Pennsylvania when NEPA Cornhole comes to Mohegan Sun Pocono on Saturday, March 16th. With $5,000 in guaranteed payouts, competition is sure to be fierce! Featuring three different Divisions for Advanced players, Competitive and Social, any skill level can play and win, from beginners to the most experienced, all inside the Keystone Grand Ballroom. Enjoy a Double Elimination tournament in a fun party atmosphere with state-of-art computerized brackets, all displayed on large screens. Do you think you have what it takes to be the last team standing? Tickets for the event can be purchased online prior to the event for $60.00 per team of two. Walk-ins are welcome, day of tickets can be purchased at the event for $80.00 per team of two. Registration for all participants begins at 11:00am. The tournament kicks-off at 1:00pm. NEPA Cornhole will be running the tournament on all professional, regulation boards. American Cornhole League rules will be followed.
Guests Must Be 21 Years Old To Participate in This Event.
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ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, is the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and at the top of their game with spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining. 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 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 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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