Mystic Aquarium

On Thursday, June 2 at 6 p.m., Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods is hosting a 21+ Penguin Party with 100% of ticket sales directly benefiting Mystic Aquarium’s African penguin conservation efforts. The African penguin became endangered in 2010 and this event will feature several of Mystic Aquarium’s 30 resident African penguins for all to see.

The $30 ticket price includes select alcoholic beverages, delicious food and live penguins. Following the ticketed event will be live music. To purchase tickets, click here or call 860.572.5955 ext. 520. Tickets may be available at the door, but this event is expected to sell out so people are encouraged to purchase in advance.

The Penguin Party marks the halfway point of the Endangered Species Pin Program orchestrated by Hard Rock Cafe and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). On Earth Day, Friday, April 22, 2011, special African penguin pins were made available through Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods with a portion of proceeds benefiting AZA and Connecticut’s own AZA accredited Mystic Aquarium. This limited-edition design showcases a guitar shaped pin featuring two African penguins and a chain detail at the neck of the guitar along with Mystic Aquarium’s logo. The pin will be available at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods while supplies last for $14. Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods is one of 24 Hard Rock locations nationwide offering city-specific, endangered species guitar pins in honor of Earth Day.

WHAT: 21+ Penguin Party at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods in support of Mystic Aquarium’s African penguin conservation efforts

WHEN: Thursday, June 2
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

WHERE: Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantucket, CT 06338

ADMISSION: $30 ticket includes select alcoholic beverages, delicious food and live penguins. Tickets available for purchase here or 860.572.5955 ext. 520

About Mystic Aquarium
Mystic Aquarium is a division of Sea Research Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, and is counted among the nation’s leading aquariums with more than 300 species and an extensive collection of marine mammals, including New England’s only beluga whales. Mystic Aquarium has been a pioneer in offering guests a variety of up close encounters with a wide range of marine animals. The mission of Sea Research is to inspire people to care for and protect our ocean planet through education, research and exploration. Learn more at www.mysticaquarium.org or www.searesearch.org.

About Hard Rock International
With a total of 170 venues in 51 countries, including 133 cafes and 15 Hotels/Casinos, Hard Rock International is one of the world's most globally recognized brands. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. In addition to the two flagship Seminole Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos in Tampa and Hollywood, Fla., Hard Rock Hotels/Casinos are located in Las Vegas, Biloxi, Orlando, Chicago, San Diego, Pattaya, Bali, Macau, Penang, Singapore and Punta Cana.  Additional hotel and casino projects have been announced in Panama, scheduled to open in 2012; and Hungary, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, scheduled to open in 2013.  Hard Rock International is owned by Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Inc. For further details on Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos, visit www.hardrockhotels.com.  For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com.

About Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)
Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting an institution dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information, please visit www.aza.org.

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