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Bonnie Raitt to perform at Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods’ February events and promotions, Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms and Spin Doctors to perform in Wallingford, Gin & Tonic opened in Stamford and Van Leeuwen opens a location in Westport rounds out our popular stories of the week.
Bonnie Raitt announces Mohegan Sun show
Bonnie Raitt is heading back out for her fourth year on tour just months after being recognized for her lifetime of artistic achievements as part of the Kennedy Center’s 47th Class of Honorees in Washington, DC last December. Raitt and her world-class band will headline shows around the country performing songs from her enduring catalog including, a Tuesday, August 26th stop at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Foxwoods Resort Casino offers an exciting lineup of February 2025
Foxwoods Resort Casino, the premier entertainment destination in the Northeast, is commemorating their 33rd Anniversary (February 15) with a thrilling lineup of must-see live performances and exclusive events throughout February.
Multi-platinum rock legends Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms have joined forces for an electrifying co-headlining summer tour. Currently headlining The 90s Cruise at sea, the bands behind iconic hits like “Run-Around” and “Hey Jealousy” have announced a 30-date tour set to bring their high-energy performances to amphitheaters and theater stages across the U.S., including Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT, on Friday, July 18, 2025.
Green & Tonic opens in Stamford
Green & Tonic, the health-focused, gluten-free cafe that makes clean eating simple and delicious, is expanding with a new location in Stamford. Located in the heart of downtown Stamford just a five minute walk from UConn Stamford’s campus, the store will open January 27, 2025.
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream opens in Westport
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the NYC born and nationally beloved brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan ice creams, will open a scoop shop in Westport on February 6. The Westport store is the brand’s fourth location in Connecticut, following New Canaan (December 2023), Darien (April 2023) and Greenwich (October 2022), which was its first suburban scoop shop.
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