What to do this Weekend: June 15th – 17th

Legends In Concert Foxwoods Resort Casino, Fox Theater; Live Tribute Show; Now through 2 September The award-winning Las Vegas-based production spectacular will present another heated summer engagement featuring many new live tribute performers for the Foxwoods' audience including Lady Gaga, The Blues Brothers and Shania Twain, as well as returning fan favorites such as Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Elvis and Celine Dion. June 30 - July 29: Elvis Presley*, Celine Dion, Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, The Blues Brothers.

July 30 - September 2: Elvis Presley*, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Shania Twain.

*Elvis Presley will not be performing Aug 11-19.

All active duty, retired, reserve and civilian CG personnel can purchase a $30 face value tickets for $15 - transaction must take place at the Box Office in person (no phone or web orders) and there is a limit of 6 tickets per ID card.

FREE 3D Movie Event: The Avengers in 3D Saturday, June 16; 5:00pm; Naval Submarine Base in Dealey Plaza, Groton, CT Join us for a Plaza Party to kick off the opening of the new 3D Digital Movie System at Dealey Theater!! At 5 p.m. there will be bounce houses in the plaza for you to jump and play!! And there will be a red carpet to walk into the movie!! At 6:30 p.m. there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony followed by entrance into the movie. Every guest will receive FREE POPCORN!! 3D GLASSES!! And we hope you enjoy the show, movie starts at 7 p.m.!!! FREE EVENT - NO TICKETS NEEDED FREE POPCORN FREE BOUNCE HOUSES Concessions will also be available for purchase. Movie rated PG-13.

WIN GOLD TICKETS!! Reserved seating, popcorn and sodas for 4 persons!! TEXT: GOLDTIX TO: 30364 Winners will be notified Friday!! For more information call ITT at 860-694-3238

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Comix At Foxwoods: Gary Gulman Friday - 8:00pm; Saturday - 8:00/10:30pm; $25-$50; Mature Audiences Boston native, Gary Gulman, hit it big as runner up on NBC's "Last Comic Standing," since then he has appeared on both "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "The Late Show with David Letterman." Gulman has also developed several comedy projects and starred in the pilot of comedy "Dinner with Todd Glass," in which he appeared alongside Todd Glass and Sarah Silverman. He has appeared in Dane Cook's HBO comedy special "Tourgasm," and in his own one hour special on Comedy Central, "Gary Gulman: Boyish Man." Off screen, Gulman frequents comedy events such as HBO's Las Vegas Comedy Festival and Just For Laughs Gala in Canada. He has hosted the New England Sports Network's Comedy All Stars and is a three-time host of the NASCAR Year End Banquet.

Block Island Annual Music Festival Captain Nick's, 34 Ocean Avenue, Block Island, Rhode Island; (800) 825-6254; http://blockislandmusic.com Through June 17, 2012; 5pm-midnight; Free Admission The Block Island Music Festival takes place the second week in June at Captain Nick's Rock n' Roll Bar (Block Island's premiere nightclub and live music venue). This grassroots festival strives to push the envelope by erasing style barriers in order to create a truly unique and exciting musical atmosphere. The result is a six-day long musical gumbo where festival goers sample music performed by the most talented, "undiscovered" artists currently making music in the northeast.

Connecticut Days at Mohegan Sun There's no place like home this June when Mohegan Sun honors it's home state. The Connecticut Marketplace sets up shop featuring home-grown vendors from Timex to Holmberg Orchards & Winery. Visit The Shops concourse from Noon to 5:00pm, Thursday, June 14th - Sunday, June 17th and get a glimpse of these fantastic brands:

Capa di Roma Guida's Dairy Maple Lane Farms CT Department of Agriculture Holmberg Orchards Timex Cupola Hollow Farm Kathie's Kitchen Super Seedz Trailblaze The Farmer's Cow Lyman Allyn Art Museum Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana Lyman Orchards

Savor the flavor of Connecticut..... Our chefs serve up some delicious dishes featuring Connecticut specialties now through 17th!

* Big Bubba's BBQ - FREE dessert with any $50 purchase * Birches Bar & Grill - Grilled Stonington Red Shrimp on a bed of Crisp Greens tossed in a Lime Vinaigrette dressing, finished with Sweet Baby Pepper Rings, Carrot Curls and topped with a fresh Fruit Salsa for $16.95 * Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville - Connecticut Colada for $7 and New England Fish Sandwich served with Cole Slaw and fries for $12.95 * Krispy Kreme Doughnuts - FREE original glazed doughnut with any purchase * Todd English's Tuscany - Seafood Cioppino featuring Stonington Red Shrimp, Local Scallops, Mussels, Clams, and Fish for $36

Must present Player's Club card and valid photo identification. Tax and gratuity not included. Cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts, vouchers or coupons. No cash back. Non-transferable

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Keith Munslow Friday June 15; 1:00 PM; Dealey Center Theater; FREE TICKETS AT ITT NOW! An award-winning performer who combines music, storytelling, visual art and improve in a production for the whole family to see!

Subase Library Summer Reading Kick-off After the event the Library will be hosting an Open House; Ice Cream will be served.

Dueling Comix Pianos At Foxwoods Comix, Foxwoods Resort Casino; 10:00pm; $10.00; Mature Audiences A fiery dueling pianos act with the songs and stylings of highly entertaining and energizing comedic pianists. End the night on a high note with this awesome show! Dueling Comix Pianos is a monthly act and high octane entertainment experience where the guests are pulled up on stage to become part of the show. The engaging pianist pair will perform fan favorite songs that will have guests singing and laughing, and change the lyrics to well-known songs to keep customers on their toes. Rock star pianist Matt Mello, known for his barroom belting and Billy Musto, one of New England's premier dueling pianists, are featured. WNBA Basketball: Connecticut Sun vs. New York Liberty Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT; 7:00pm; Discount tickets available by going to www.cgamwr.com

Classic Albums Live: Led Zeppelin II Mohegan Sun, The Wolf Den, Uncasville, CT; 8:00pm; Free Admission Classic Albums Live: Led Zeppelin II takes the world's greatest albums and recreates them live on stage using the world's greatest musicians. Note for note, cut for cut - you have to hear it to believe it!

Countess LuAnn de Lesseps Friday, June 15th, 8:00pm - 9:00pm; Free Signing Event The Shops at Mohegan Sun; FREE EVENT! Mohegan Sun's Reality Check presents Countess LuAnn de Lesseps, television star of The Real Housewives of NYC; Connecticut native and star of Bravo's reality show The Real Housewives of New York City, Countess LuAnn de Lesseps will make a special appearance as a part of Mohegan Sun's Reality Check and Connecticut Week. The classy fashionista will grace The Shops at Mohegan Sun with her stylish flair for an exclusive autograph signing on Friday, June 15th at 8:00pm. Divas, don't miss out on a night of royal elegance!

Newport Bermuda Race Atlantic Ocean All day; Ocean Avenue, Newport, Rhode Island; (401) 845-9110; http://bermudarace.com The Newport Bermuda Race is a 635 nautical-mile ocean race first sailed in 1906. The race crosses a stretch of the Atlantic Ocean known for challenging weather, especially in the Gulf Stream, where there are strong currents.

Jaimoe's Jasssz Band on Majestic! 2 Bowen's Wharf, Newport, Rhode Island; 401-849-3575; http://www.newportmajestic.com June 15, 2012 7:00PM - 11:00PM; Admission: $30.00 per person. Come join us and cruise beautiful Narragansett Bay and Newport Harbor for an amazing night with Jaimoe's Jasssz Band on board Majestic! Jaimoe of the Allman Brothers, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award Recipiant and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee will be rocking it out on Majestic for a 4 hour cruise you won't forget! Boarding begins at 7:00pm, departure is at 7:30pm and we will return at 11:00pm. With two full bars, two grand decks and passed hors d'oeuvres - you will be in for one rockin' evening with Jaimoe's Jasssz Band on board Rhode Island's only Luxury Dinner Yacht - Majestic! Don't miss out - get your ticket's now!!

Crosby, Stills & Nash Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI Information: www.ppacri.org; Time: 8:00pm; Admission : $59, $69, $79, $89; Phone : 401- 421-2787 More than four decades since Crosby, Stills & Nash first harmonized in Laurel Canyon, and played their first-ever concert as a trio at the legendary Woodstock festival, its members continue a creative partnership that is one of the most influential and enduring in music.

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Kenny Rogers in Concert Foxwoods, MGM Grand Theater; $30 - $55; 8:00pm In the span of five decades, Kenny Rogers has recorded more than 58 albums which have sold over 100 million records worldwide. In March, 1999, the Recording Industry Association of America awarded Kenny the prestigious Diamond Award celebrating sales of more than 10 million albums for his Greatest Hits album. He has been in the business 50 years. He is the only artist to chart a record in the 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and 2000's. RIAA's eight- best selling male artist of all time with over 120 million records sold worldwide. He has accumulated 28 Billboard AC Top 10's, he ranks sixth overall in this category, and fourth-best among men. Grammy Award Winner, Television Star, Motion Picture Star, Actor, Producer, are just a few of his accomplishments.

Aaron Hernandez & Niko Koutouvides Saturday, June 16th - 2:00pm - 3:00pm; Free Signing Event; The Shops at Mohegan Sun Mohegan Sun's Signings & Sightings Presents Aaron Hernandez & Niko Koutouvides

Neil Diamond in concert Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT; 8:00pm; $95.00 & $75.00 Across a musical career spanning nearly five decades, Neil Diamond has sold more than 125 million albums worldwide, with a remarkable track record of 16 Top 10 albums, and 37 Top 10 singles. A Grammy Award-winning artist, Neil Diamond has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriters Hall of Fame and is a recipient of the Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award. Among Diamond's many other honors, he has received a Golden Globe Award, 12 Grammy nominations and was named the 2009 MusiCares "Person of the Year."

Railroad Earth Mohegan Sun, The Wolf Den, Uncasville, CT; 8:00pm Railroad Earth is one of America's greatest bands playing today, plain and simple. They sing of our nation's changing landscape and social ills with a commitment reminiscent of Woody Guthrie, while interpolating instrumental timbres that could have been pulled from Celtic or Cajun culture. And as anyone who has caught them live will attest, their concerts are imbued with the fire-in-the-belly passion of straight-ahead, blue collar Rock & Roll. Then there is the newest album from the New Jersey sextet, which is the most cohesive embodiment of their myriad gifts to date hence the decision to simply call it Railroad Earth, showcasing nine new selections that draw strength and inspiration from an acknowledgment of our shared past, while also embracing new ideas and celebrating diversity just like America when she is at her best.

The Comedy and Magic of Gemini Mohegan Sun, The Cabaret Lounge, Uncasville, CT; 9:00pm The Comedy and Magic of Gemini featuring Vanessa Hollingshead with special guest Stan Stankos.

Tack & Tag Sale McCulloch Farm; June 16, 2012 Includes horse equipment, carriages, old farm equipment, antiques and collectibles. The barn will also be open to visitors.

Yoga Mala Ballard Park Hazard and Wickham Roads Newport, Rhode Island 401-619-3377 http://www.ballardpark.org 1:00pm -3:30pm $10 donation Yoga therapist Liz Lindh of FLOW Natural Health has volunteered to lead the session, which will include music by whimsical art-rock band Castle. Donation will help fund free, family-oriented events like concerts and outdoor movie screening in Ballard Park this summer. The Yoga Mala will be held in Ballard Park's Quarry Meadow, which is best accessed through the Hazard Road entrance. Anyone interested in participating in the session should arrive at Ballard Park 15 minutes prior to the start of class to allow time for parking and to make their way into the Quarry Meadow. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.

Personally Providence Walking Tours: Edward Bannister 110 Benevolent Street, Providence, Rhode Island; (401)273-7507 x62; http://www.rihs.org Departs from the Aldrich House; 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Admission: $10 One of the nation's most celebrated African-American artists, Edward M. Bannister gained prominence while living and working in Providence. Bannister was one of the founders of the Providence Art Club and hisaccolades include a medal at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial, the first World's Fair in the United States. He and his wife lived at 93 Benevolent Street, a decrepit building now owned by Brown University. This 90-minute walking tour celebrates Bannister's Providence legacy. Ray Rickman, a well known community leader, will lead a lively discussion about the artist through Providence's oldest neighborhood.

African American History Tour Museum & Shop at Brick Market, 127 Thames Street, Newport, Rhode Island; 401-841-8770 http://www.newporthistorytours.org/; 11:00am; Admission: $12 per person Join Professor Akeia Benart as she explores Newport's colonial African American history. Visit "God's Little Acre", a section of the Common Burying Ground where African Americans were buried, learn about the lives of these individuals-enslaved and free. Visit the residential Point neighborhood, once a bustling seaport filled with shops, distilleries and markets, where many early African Americans lived, worked, and owned property.

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COMIX: Corey Rodrigues & Orlando Baxter Mature Audiences Show; June 17, 8:00pm; Comix At Foxwoods; $15 Advance Don't miss Boston favorites Corey Rodrigues & Orlando Baxter! Corey won the Catch a Rising Star comedy competition, while Orlando was a finalist in both the NY Comedy Contest and Boston Comedy Festival. In his first year of performing stand-up, Corey Rodrigues headlined his own show at Boston's Beantown Comedy Vault, where he pioneered "Wicked Wednesdays." In 2009, he participated in NBC's "Stand Up For Diversity" comedy showcase and has worked to raise money for a number of charities including Dana Farber, The Jimmy Fund, Rebuilding Boston Together, and the Pan Mass Challenge. Orlando Baxter is one of Boston's hottest young comics, having exploded onto the scene in 2006. He has performed at a number of clubs across the US including the Miami Improv, Denver Comedy Works, and Carolines. He recently appeared as the East Coast opening act for national headliner Jo Koy.

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT; 7:00pm; $45 Ringo Starr's tour is being produced by Dave Hart and as always fans can expect to hear a jukebox worth of hits. Ringo classics such as "It Don't Come Easy," "Photograph," "With A Little Help From My Friends," "Yellow Submarine" and "Wings," from Starr's just released 17th solo record, Ringo 2012. All Starr's hits include "Rosanna," "Broken Wings," "Hello It's Me" and "Black Magic Woman."

Here Come the Mummies Mohegan Sun, The Wolf Den, Uncasville, CT; 7:00pm Here Come The Mummies are a highly-entertaining Funk/R&B band. Consisting of a guitarist, drummer, bassist, percussionist and keyboardist, Here Come The Mummies appear on stage in full mummy attire. The band's song "Dirty Minds" has been featured on the ABC television show, Big Shots.

Providence Children's Museum Happy Father's Day! June 17, 2012 9:00 AM - Providence Children's Museum 100 South Street, Providence, Rhode Island 401-273-5437; 6pm Admission: FREE for members, $8.50 for non-members; http://www.ChildrenMuseum.org Admission is free all day for dads and granddads. Families construct marble roller coasters from 11am – 2pm.

Roger Williams Park Zoo: Father's Day Discount 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, Rhode Island; 401-785-3510; http://www.rwpzoo.org June 17, 2012; 9:00am - 3:30pm; Admission: Free with paid child's admission. Have a wild time with Dad at the Zoo! Free admission for each father attending with a child.

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Friday, June 15th: 6pm - Dark Shadows (PG-13)

Saturday, June 16th: **FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE** Dealey Center is launching the NEW Digital 3D movie system!! 4-5 p.m. - Plaza Party with Bounce houses, food and the red carpet! 5 p.m. - FREE 3D Movie of The Avengers (PG-13) Free movie and free popcorn for all guests! NO TICKET NEEDED (Enter to win gold seats! Reserved seating, popcorns and sodas for 4 persons! Text: GOLD TIX to: 30364)

Sunday, June 17th: 3pm - Dark Shadows (PG-13) 5pm - The Avengers in 3D (PG-13)

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