Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - June 2023 - 15:06

Please your appetite with a dazzling selection of culinary

SUSHI PLEASE!

International Sushi Day Is June 18, 2023

We encouraged our readers to enjoy a nice Prime Rib dinner at a casino in April’s issue (since April was National Prime Rib Month) and we immediately received tons of suggestions, opinions, and personal experiences through emails and online messages. All the awesome feedback from our fans prompted my team and I to start another reader poll in the May issue which casino has the best hamburger? Because, as you might have guessed, May was National Hamburger Month. Well, now I’m calling all Sushi lovers for this month’s challenge because it’s International Sushi Day on June 18. We can’t wait for you to tell us which casino serves up your favorite little scrumptious seaweed-wrapped fish delights.

From Michelin-starred restaurants to the grocery store shelves, sushi is everywhere. It’s not hard to find a decent roll, but the history and trivia behind the marriage of rice and fish are a mystery to most. Contrary to what many people think, it is a Chinese creation that was made popular in Japan. Another fun fact: the heat of real wasabi comes form the antimicrobial chemicals present in the plant and was used in sushi to kill any parasites and microbes in raw fish. Today, fish is flash-frozen, ruling out the fear of parasites. So, don’t be afraid when I tell you that some restaurants use fake wasabi which is just a blend of horseradish and mustard with green food coloring.

My team and I are so grateful to all of you for your correspondences. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. As we compile all the results based on your suggestions, we will announce the final casino winners in all categories in an upcoming issue.

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Alexandra Lang Editor-in-Chief Editor@AZGamingGuide.com

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PLAYERS NOT HAVING MUCH LUCK LATELY

Losing Interest, Spending Less Money, And Feeling Cheated

Q: These “new” slots nowadays seem so different than the slots from a few years ago! They are so much harder to win anything on. I used to put in $20 at a time and now I have to put in $100 at a time. You can hit the button ten times and not get anything. I wanted to know, who checks these slots and who oversees the casinos to make sure everything is fair? Are the Indian casinos here in Arizona monitored like the ones in Vegas?

Judy Avery Scottsdale, AZ

A: Judy, both the commercial and tribal casinos are heavily regulated and closely monitored by several state and national agencies. There are actually three distinct regulatory levels for all tribal gaming operations. First, tribal governments regulate gaming on their reservations with their own commissions. Second, tribes that have compacts with the state (like Arizona does) are regulated by state government agencies (like the Arizona Department of Gaming ADG). Finally, the National Indian Gaming Commission and Federal Government agencies such as the U.S. Justice Department, the U.S. Treasury Department, and the Department of the Interior, also play significant roles in the oversight of tribal gaming. Then, of course, there are also agencies like the FBI, IRS, the U.S. Attorneys, U.S. Marshalls, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs; all of whom have some level of regulatory involvement.

The ADG Machine Compliance Technicians randomly inspect gaming devices at all of Arizona’s casinos on a regular basis. Their visits are unannounced and they are usually able to do spot checks at 8 to 10 casinos every month! The ADG technicians announce their visit to the Tribal Gaming Office first and then a Tribal Gaming Agent, a Casino Slot Technician, and a Casino Security Officer accompany the Machine Compliance Technicians around the casino during the inspection. A typical spot check may consist of up to 50 different slot games. While there, the ADG technicians open the slots, enter the setup menus and verify the percentages and the software. Then, they perform communication tests with the accounting system and run bills and tickets through the acceptors. They also make sure to check that all the accounting meters (credits in, credits out, credits played, etc.) are working correctly.

Q: I was putting a $100 bill in a slot machine and 5 minutes t outrageous, usually in the $2 to $3 range. I was bringing several hundreds of dollars for each casino trip and I was going once a week or once every s my luck or if the casinos have done something and changed their slot games because

zine for several years, even the Table Games columns because ve never played any of the games. So, I finally decided to try some other casino games. m playing Blackjack now and loving it! The past few times I ve been able to play with $50 and walk away even

Tucson, AZ

A: Mia, thank you very much for your comment and for being our reader. We appreciate you very much. We’re so happy that you are enjoying the game of Blackjack. With a house edge at 2%, and even lower using basic strategy, it’s a game that will definitely give you some play time without putting a dent in your wallet. And, did you know that a player will get dealt a Blackjack hand of 21 about once in every 21 hands (a very cool coincidence)? Have fun playing Blackjack and good luck!

Q: The companies that make the slots need to stop making them so ridiculous or people are going to seriously lose interest and stop going to the casinos! It’s insane how difficult it is to win now. Nobody wants to just be beaten over the head.

Tina Witkowski Lake Havasu City, AZ

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These lovable, interactive characters add to the captivating gameplay. The Coin Bonanza Feature may trigger at the start of any base or free game. If triggered, a random amount of Cash on Reel symbols are dropped and adjacent symbols are rewarded left to right. Free Games are triggered with 3, 4, or 5 Scatter Bonus symbols; 8, 12, or 20 Free Games are awarded, respectively. Free Games can be retriggered and the Coin Bonanza Feature is available during Free Games.

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IGT’s award-winning Prosperity Link brings a high level of excitement and performance to the casino floor. Featuring two themes, Cai Yun Heng Tong and Wan Shi Ru Yi, each packed with vibrant Asian-inspired graphics, Prosperity Link’s persistence mechanic is merged with the lock and respin trigger, delivering a thrilling experience with big win possibilities through collected wilds and free spins bonuses. In the 3x5 reel base game, six or more money ball symbols with credit values on the reels award the Prosperity respin feature. If a money ball symbol appears on one or more unlocked reels after the respin, the number of remaining respins resets to three. The number of money ball symbols appearing on unlocked reels is collected to activate the meter. In each spin, the player aims to collect the number of required money ball or jackpot symbols to activate one of four corresponding game position levels and leads up to the possibility of winning one of four jackpots. The top-level grand jackpot is awarded when fifteen money ball symbols appear on the reels in any of the four active game positions. This is a 28, 38, or 88-credit cost-to-cover game. For more information, visit IGT.com. $

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VIDEO POKER CORNER

By Mark Novak

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How To Play Those Tricky Hands

Video poker is the best slot game to play on the casino floor. Period. With returns of over 100%, when playing perfect strategy on some games, it’s amazing to me that more people don’t play this great video slot. However, making poor holds can decimate your bankroll and bring that payback percentage down by 10-25%, easily.

Playing optimum strategy on every hand, and on every video poker game, plus knowing the changes to the strategy between a one-line, multi-line or specialty game, is not easy. We’ve all been there pondering two or more potential holds staring us in the face on the deal. How many times have you said or heard someone else at the casino say, “Hmm, what should I hold in this situation?”

Well, if you want to be one step closer to becoming an expert video poker player then let’s take a closer look at some of those sticky situations and make sure you are using perfect strategy (and not hunches) on all those holds. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions:

Should I hold the kicker when I’m playing Triple Double Bonus Poker if I’m dealt three Aces and a 2, 3, or 4?

Yes! A resounding yes! The long term mathematical advantage, the return to player (RTP), is much higher when the kicker is held. Most people want two chances to get an Ace back on the draw, which is why they discard the kicker. However, this is the worst video poker mistake to make. Always make sure to hold a kicker card with any three dealt twos, threes and fours as well when playing Triple Double Bonus Poker.

Do I have to hold the kickers when playing Double Bonus or Double Double Bonus Poker?

No! Only hold the three-of-a-kinds in these games. The reason that the kicker is held in Triple Double Bonus and not these poker games is because the four-of-a-kinds are bonused. For example, in Triple Double Bonus Poker, the four Aces with a kicker pays the exact same win as the Royal Flush!

Why do I feel like I’m discarding all five cards frequently when I’m playing Deuces Wild?

Because you are! Using basic strategy, you will be discarding all five cards almost 20% of the time, so be aware and try not to get frustrated. Just know that discarding all five cards will yield wins over 6% of the time!

What do I hold if I m dealt a wild Royal Flush with three deuces or a five

Hold the wild Royal Flush and hold the five kind. Yes, it may be very tempting to go for the four deuces, but it s a losing play in the long run. Especially, when you are playing a deuces game that bonuses certain five-of-a-kinds.

If I’m playing a straight up video poker game like Jacks or Better and I’m dealt a four card flush with three cards to the Royal, what do I hold?

The correct play, with the highest expected value, is to hold for the Royal Flush.

If I’m dealt a full house of three Aces and a pair, do I hold the full house if I’m playing Triple Double Bonus Poker? No. Drop the full house and only hold the three Aces (and one kicker if dealt a two, three or four). Make sure to hold all other dealt full houses. Furthermore, never hold two dealt pairs if one of the pairs are Aces. Hold just the Aces and drop the other pair. Hold all other dealt pairs.

If I’m playing Ultimate X, and I’m dealt a straight or a flush with three high cards to the Royal, do I hold the three high cards or do I hold the straight or flush for the big multipliers on the following hand?

This is a difficult and complex question with many answers which depend on the dealt hand. However, in most situations, you want to play for the multipliers, so you would hold these dealt hands. $

By Al Moe

EVEN AGENT 007 HAD A FAVORITE GAME

Here’s Why James Bond Chose This Popular Game Over All The Others

Ian Fleming’s James Bond character was as stone-cold cool as any secret agent could be. A British Secret Intelligence Service member with a code name of 007. And although the author initially thought he would write a dull character who just haphazardly traipsed into intrigue, Bond surprised him. He morphed into our culture as austere and sophisticated. He liked his martinis shaken, not stirred. And his preferred game of choice, baccarat, was high-stakes and prestigious.

Bond played (and profited handsomely while playing) baccarat in no less than six of the 007 movies made. In fact, the 1971 film Diamonds are Forever is set in Las Vegas, which gives viewers a picture of Sin City from long ago that’s hard to believe.

Although the form of baccarat Bond excelled at the most was chemin-de-fer, where a single player posts a maximum bank the other players wager into, the game was similar to what we play in Arizona. To compensate for a house-banked game, Arizona baccarat takes away the individual Player-Banker options to stand or hit that Chemmy offers and uses a standardized set of rules just as blackjack does, such as dealer must hit until hard 17 or better is achieved.

That’s my long-winded way of saying baccarat is still a cool gamble. And, like 007, you can play the game effortlessly while enjoying a shallow house edge like blackjack and craps.

The Best Things About Baccarat

Although several forms of baccarat are still offered across the globe and in Arizona, mini or EZ bac is now the standard game where the dealer handles the cards, hits the Banker, and Player two-card draws according to set rules. There is no 5% commission like the larger table game offered.

So, you can take it easy, choose Player or Banker, and enjoy the game while the dealer does all the work. Just avoid regularly wagering on the Tie, Panda 8, and Dragon 7 bets because the house edge runs over 7% on each.

The best thing about baccarat is the nearly breakeven odds, but EZ bac also offers a speedy game like blackjack. On average, you’ll get 70 hands each hour. Unlike Let-it-Ride or WPT, where you’ll only see about 50 hands.

Because of the 3 to 2 payoff for blackjacks and optional double down and splitting, a player at blackjack only wins about 42.5%

of their hands and pushes 8.5%. That means the house wins about 49%.

However, you’ll see some serious streaks at EZ bac since the odds of either the Player or Banker’s hand winning are so close. For those of you who love to increase your wagers and follow streaks, check out how blackjack and baccarat streaks compare.

Blackjack Player Streak Odds Baccarat Player/Banker Streak Odds

A streak of two wins = 22.5% A streak of two wins = 25%

A streak of three wins = 10.6% A streak of three wins is= 12.5%

A streak of four wins = 5% A streak of four wins = 6.25%

A streak of five wins = 2.4% A streak of five wins = 3.125%

A streak of six wins = 1.1% A streak of six wins = 1.56%

Remember, each wager is independent of the last. All streaks go both ways at some points, so don’t double up trying to get even!

Have fun playing baccarat! Email at editor@azgamingguide.com with baccarat in the subject field and let us know about your experience. $

Writer Al Moe has worked in the casino industry for many years. He has lived and worked in Las Vegas, Reno, and Lake Tahoe. He also attended the University of Nevada, Reno. He is an avid writer and blogger. His book, “Vegas and the Mob," is available online at Amazon.com. He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls.

TABLE GAMES

By TJ Jorgensen

A SIMPLE CARD COUNTING SYSTEM

That Offers A Straightforward Way To Extend Your Play Session

Many Blackjack players attempt to learn to count cards only to get discouraged because of the (perceived) complexity of the system. You have to assign a plus or minus value to each card, get a running count of the cards you have seen, and divide that number by the decks left to be played. Then you must use that number to determine how to play the hand you are dealt and also decide on how much to wager on the upcoming hand.

Most players lose track of the count in a casino situation and find it’s too difficult to play the hands accurately. Rest assured, I have good news for you future card counters. This method will give you a slight advantage over the casino and, if you play the hands correctly, you may even come out ahead in the long run.

How The System Works

The first step is to make sure you know basic strategy perfectly. Make yourself some flash cards like you used in grade school to ensure you are playing flawlessly. Practice before you go to the casino so you don’t make any mistakes.

This system uses an unbalanced count. With most counting systems, such as the Hi-Lo system, you have a count of 0 when you get to the end of the deck. However, with this system (if you were counting a single deck game) you will be at a count of 4 at the end of the deck. The value you use for the cards is listed below. Make sure to practice counting a single deck until you can do it in about thirty seconds. You should always end up at 4 if you did an accurate count.

cards 2-7 count: +1

cards 8-9 count: 0

cards 10-Ace count: -1

You count the cards in pairs. For example, player one is dealt a pair of twos, so your count is +2, the second player is dealt a two and a ten (+1 and –1) which cancel each other out and make your count still +2, and so on. You count the dealer’s up card last and then you count the hit cards. Always do it in the same order so you don’t get confused. During your count, use basic strategy to play the hands.

At a count of +1 or less you bet the minimum, at a count of +2 the deck is in your favor so you start to increase your bet. The

higher the count, the better for the player. So, you increase your bet as the count rises. Just don’t go crazy increasing your bet sizes because that’s how the casinos identify card counters. At a count of +3 or higher, make sure you always take insurance. Yes, this is normally a bad bet, but when you’re counting cards it’s worth it.

The main reason this count is so effective is because, as your count rises, there are more tens and Aces which increase the probability of getting a Blackjack. I know what you’re thinking; if the player is more likely to get a Blackjack, isn’t the dealer more likely to get one as well? The answer is yes, but you get paid 3 to 2 if you get one while he/she doesn’t. With this count, you will know when the deck favors the player.

This system is definitely not as complex as other systems so the new player is not as likely to make mistakes. Just remember, when increasing your bet size do it gradually so you don’t attract attention! I have been banned from casinos and it’s not much fun to get the tap on the shoulder.

If you would like more tips on how to play winning Blackjack, my book “How to become a Blackjack Jedi” by TJ Jorgensen is available on Amazon. $

Writer TJ Jorgensen has been a professional Blackjack player for over 25 years. He is well known for his tournament play and has beaten some of the top tournament players in the world. He has also won the World Series Of Blackjack. His newest book “How To Become A Blackjack Jedi” is available online at Amazon.com.

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment’s Diamond Center Has The Ticket For You!

You know it’s summertime in Arizona when the temperatures are a cool 100 and something degrees and the concert schedule ramps up. The Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment’s Diamond Center in Sahuarita is one of the best places to see your favorite live shows. Inside their comfortable and intimate venue, each one of the 2,000 concert seats offers the best view in the house. It’s time to grab your family and friends and enjoy an evening listening to your favorite band. With this amazing lineup of artists, there’s definitely something for everyone.

AMBROSIA AND FIREFALL JUNE 3

Originally labeled as America’s answer to the progressive invasion of such English acts as Yes and King Crimson, Ambrosia quickly proved it was all that and much more as its albums

painted aural landscapes covering the gamut of musical styles and attracting the collaboration of such cultural icons as Leonard Bernstein, Kurt Vonnegut Jr., and Alan Parsons. In its brief recording history, Ambrosia garnered five Grammy nominations, including five hit singles. Today, Ambrosia is exploring new musical territory and continuing to wow life-long fans and new converts alike.

American rock and folk rock group Firefall helped create a sound that changed the world’s musical landscape. Firefall is one of the few surviving bands of this genre, remaining true to its founding vision and roots despite personnel changes over its 40-plus year history. Firefall transcends and embraces many industrial labels rock, soft rock, country rock, contemporary country, easy listening and Americana.

AMBROSIA

FIREFALL

EASTON CORBIN

GRAND FUNK RAILROAD

Ambrosia and Firefall are set to perform at the Diamond Center on Saturday, June 3, 2023. Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased through Etix and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Box Office now. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m.

EASTON CORBIN JUNE 30

Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade. The Florida native, who boasts two No. 1 singles with “A Little More Country Than That” and “Roll With It,” embarks on a new musical chapter with his recent signing to Stone Country Records.

The Florida native continues to write with longtime producer Carson Chamberlain as well as Kirby, Shane Minor, Adam Craig and Wyatt McCubbin, who he penned the romantic wedding song “Marry That Girl” with. Corbin says the past three years have allowed him to focus more seriously on writing music and finding the message he wants to convey to listeners on his forthcoming project.

Throughout his career, Corbin has amassed seven top 10 singles and three American Country Awards. Named Billboard’s 2010 Top New Country Artist, Corbin has never shied away from his traditional roots. His self-titled debut album was named Country Breakthrough Album of the Year by iTunes Rewind Best of 2010.

Easton Corbin is set to perform at the Diamond Center on June 30, 2023. Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased through Etix and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Box Office now. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m.

GRAND FUNK RAILROAD JULY 22

Originating from Flint, Michigan in 1969, this top selling American rock group of the 70s is “Comin’ to your town to help you party it down.” Grand Funk Railroad is extremely excited to be touring in 2023 marking a 54-year milestone.

Known as “The American Band,” the high-energy five-piece group includes original founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums, writer and singer of the multi-million selling hit, “We’re an American Band”) and bassist Mel Schacher, “The God of Thunder.” Joining Don and Mel are singer Max Carl, a rock veteran from 38 Special, lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, best known for his 12 years with the band KISS, and keyboardist Tim Cashion.

Grand Funk laid the groundwork for such bands as Foreigner, Journey, Van Halen and Bon Jovi with its signature hard driving sound, soulful vocals, muscular instrumentation and forceful pop melodies. Mega-hits “We’re an American Band,” “I’m

Your Captain/Closer to Home,” “Locomotion,” and “Some Kind of Wonderful” still receive continuous airplay on Classic Rock radio. “We’re an American Band” has received notoriety in recent years being used in movie soundtracks and in television/radio advertising. Over their career, Grand Funk has had 19 charted singles, eight Top 40 hits, and two No. 1 singles (“We’re an American Band” and “Locomotion” both selling more than one million each). The group has now accumulated 13 gold and 10 platinum records with record sales in excess of 25 million copies sold worldwide.

GIPSY KINGS FEATURING NICOLAS REYES AUGUST 5

Nicolas Reyes has been the leader and co-founder of the Gipsy Kings for more than 30 years. In the past three decades, they have dominated the World Music charts and sold more than 14 million albums worldwide. Their platinum compilation, The Best of the Gipsy Kings, was charting for over a year upon its release and their ninth studio album, Savor Flamenco, was awarded the Grammy for Best World Music Album in 2013.

The traveling Gipsy Kings have played some of the world’s greatest stages, from the Hollywood Bowl to Royal Albert Hall as well as hitting the big screen. Their rendition of “Hotel California” was included in the film The Big Lebowski and the HBO series Entourage. The 2010 film Toy Story 3 featured a Gipsy Kings version of the movie’s popular, Randy Newman-penned theme, “You’ve Got a Friend in Me.” The Gipsy Kings recently featured in a Big Lebowski spinoff The Jesus Rolls with Reyes appearing in person with the director and star, John Turturro, for some of the promotion.

The Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes are set to perform on August 5, 2023 at the Diamond Center. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased through Etix and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Box Office now. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m.

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GIPSY KINGS

LITTLE RIVER BAND AUGUST 12

Through the 1970s and 1980s, Little River Band enjoyed huge chart success with multiplatinum albums and chart-topping hits like “Reminiscing,” “The Night Owls,” and “It’s a Long Way There.” Worldwide album, CD sales and digital downloads now top 35 million, and Little River Band has set a record for having had Top 10 hits for six consecutive years. According to BMI, “Reminiscing” has garnered rare status with over 5 million airplays on American radio, and “Lady” is close behind with over 4 million airplays.

In 2004, Little River Band was inducted into the Australian Recording Industry Association Hall of Fame at the 18th Annual ARIA Music Awards and in September 2015 the band was awarded Casino Entertainer of the Year at the G2E Gaming Expo in Las Vegas Nevada.

Bringing their vocal and musical energy along with great arrangements to their timeless classic hits, each show creates new memories for the audience. With nearly 100 dates scheduled for their 2022-2023 tour, Little River Band is hotter than ever selling out shows.

Little River Band is set to perform at the Diamond Center on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased through Etix and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Box Office now. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m.

THE TEMPTATIONS SEPTEMBER 8

The Temptations, often referred to as American Music Royalty, are world-renowned superstars of entertainment, revered for their phenomenal catalog of music and prolific career. The group celebrated their 60th Anniversary throughout 2022. To mark this milestone, The Temptations released a brand-new album, Temptations 60, with nearly all-original songs in January 2022. Ranked No. 1 in Billboard magazine’s most recent list of

the “Greatest R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of All Time,” The Temptations also appear in the magazine’s 125th Anniversary list of the “125 Greatest of All Time Artists.” In addition, Rolling Stone magazine named the group among the “100 Greatest Artists of All Time.”

The Temptations, throughout the group’s evolution, have produced 53 Billboard Hot 100 singles, including four Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 singles: “My Girl,” “I Can’t Get Next to You,” “Just My Imagination,” and “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone.” Additionally, they released 44 Top 10 R&B chart hits, 14 of which were #1 R&B singles, including timeless classics such as “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Beauty Is Only Skin Deep,” “I Wish It Would Rain,” and songs influenced by their funk/psychedelic soul sound including “Happy People,” and “Shakey Ground.” The group also has 16 No. 1 R&B Chart albums. The group’s music, then and now, continues to raise the spirit of the country and uplift a nation searching for common bonds and glimmers of hope and humanity.

The Temptations are set to perform at the Diamond Center on Friday, September 8, 2023. Tickets start at $30 and can be purchased through Etix and at Desert Diamond Casino’s Box Office now. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. Anyone that is exhibiting COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms, or with recent exposure to a person with COVID-19, is asked to stay at home.

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LITTLE RIVER BAND THE TEMPTATIONS

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LAUGHLIN HAS EVEN MORE TO OFFER With Brand New Openings And Additions

Laughlin, Nevada, is an inviting desert destination with an array of casino resorts featuring the latest in table and video games. The vibrant town offers all the amenities you need for a memorable getaway, and recently, many exciting upgrades, from adding a wide variety of new restaurants to floor to ceiling renovated guest rooms. Read on to find out what

upgraded experience at The Marketplace. Your one-stop shop for sundries, snacks, cold drinks, souvenirs and gifts for kids. There’s also Harrah’s Club Shop, a spacious store with modern hardwood floors and decorative lighting fixtures. The shop’s collection features resort and beach wear, fine jewelry, handbags, gifts and collectibles. A selection of cold beverages can be found in the refrigerated case, as well as prepackaged snacks, bottled liquors and wine and spirits.

If you are looking to place your bets and catch a game on the big screen, Aquarius Casino Resort has the first all non-smoking Race & Sports Book with 50 individual betting stations, comfortable seating, and 19” television screens. Two over-sized projection screens and twenty 65” TVs broadcast all the action to

sort, is located on the banks of the Colorado River. The resort is newly renovated with a $22 million room remodel. More than 1,350 beautiful rooms now include upgraded bedding, mattresses, new carpeting and window coverings, new furniture and stylish décor, headboards with reading spotlights, a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator with a coffee/tea maker. When you’re not enjoying your plush room, rent a cabana and relax at the South Tower Adults Only Pool; or swim with the kids at the North Tower Family Friendly Pool or get in a workout at the fitness center overlooking the beautiful Colorado River.

Satisfy your sweet tooth this summer at Pinkbox Doughnuts, opening in July at the Edgewater Casino Resort. Pinkbox is a delightfully Instagrammable doughnut shop that can be enjoyed any time of the day. Select from classics like glazed and old-fashioned to The Blow Torch, a glazed, raised shell filled with Bavarian cream and topped with caramelized sugar. If you’re looking to try your bingo luck, you can also check out the brand new, 11,000 square-foot Bingo Hall on the river level next to Stockman’s Steakhouse.

Harrah’s Laughlin Beach Resort & Casino is bringing the action with a new Caesars Sportsbook Fan Zone with overstuffed leather chairs and large screens broadcasting everything in professional sports from racing to boxing. Guests can also enjoy an

Lastly, Golden Nugget Laughlin has expanded its restaurant options by adding Bean and Bread to the casino floor, the scrumptious cafe serves freshly brewed coffee, sandwiches, salads and tasty treats. The New Pioneer has upgraded its carpet, gaming area and sportsbook, plus a new meeting space.

If you’re traveling to Laughlin in an electric vehicle (EV), you can now charge up at the Aquarius, Edgewater, Harrah’s, New Pioneer and Riverside Resort. The Laughlin hotels have added a green-energy amenity to welcome electric vehicle owners with a total of 15 free-to-use charging stations available with both standard J1772 plug-ins and Tesla charging stations.

Laughlin is always inviting and truly exciting. Each time you visit, there’s something new to discover, and recently, there’s even more to experience. Book your next easygoing getaway to Laughlin today. $

Laughlin

ENDLESS OPTIONS AT CASINO DEL SOL

Please Your Appetite With A Dazzling Selection Of Culinary Delights

From fine dining and Asian fusion to quick and delicious Mexican food and Tucson’s finest and most flavorful buffet, Casino Del Sol will please your appetite with a dazzling selection of culinary delights. Enjoy decadent steaks and seafood nightly, along with Tucson’s finest wine list and gracious service at PY Steakhouse. Festa International Buffet brings an array of the world’s best food to you. Ume presents a blend of unique sushi and one-of-a-kind Asian creations. Their 24-hour all-American diner, Moby’s, welcomes you home to the foods you love, while Abuelitas turns up the heat for a quick lunch and dinner.

Each month, Casino Del Sol offers their guests an array of food specials at each of their dining establishments. So, why not try each outlet and see which one you like the best?

PY STEAKHOUSE

Wednesday Prime Rib Night 10oz cut slow roasted prime rib eye (herb salt, rosemary au jus, horseradish cream, loaded mashed potatoes & summer squash + carrots), $35 per person & $9 wine specials.

BELLISIMOS

Chef’s Seasonal Selections Pasta Lemon cream orecchiette (summer squash, blistered tomatoes, grilled chicken & basil), $19

MOBYS

Burger of the Month California burger (fresh ground 1/3lb patty, avocado, griddled onions, Cali sauce, lettuce, tomato & onion with French fries), $14

Wings of the Month BBQ wings with ranch or blue cheese & celery, $14

FESTA BUFFET

Sunday, 9am-7pm Brunch & International Buffet $35

Monday, 11am-7pm International Buffet $25

Tuesday, 1pm-7pm Seafood Night $45

Wednesday, 11am-7pm International Buffet $25

Thursday, 11am-7pm International Buffet $25

Friday, 11am-7pm International Buffet $25

Saturday, 9am-7pm Breakfast & International Buffet $25

STREETSCAPE

Pizza of the Month Summer squash pizza (ricotta, mozzarella & tomato sauce), $5.25/$25

UME

Chef’s Seasonal Selections Wok Sticky Korean BBQ beef ribs (bone-in ribs, bulgogi sauce & kimchi with steamed rice), $22

SWEETSCAPE

Flavor of the Month Margarita sorbet (single scoop), $4.65

BEVERAGE

Beer of the Month Blue Moon draft & Miller Lite aluminum bottles, $3.75 Sommelier Selections Simi Chardonay, Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma California, $9

For more information about Casino Del Sol and their dining

Desert Diamond Casino West Valley

A lucky guest at Desert Diamond Casino West Valley took home a fortune when they won a $842,984 progressive jackpot

slot machine by Light and Wonder when they won the massive jackpot. The lucky guest will join the ever-expanding number of Desert Diamond Casino Winner’s Circle members. Desert Diamond Casino West Valley features over 1,400 of the hottest slot machines, plus poker, blackjack, roulette, craps, and baccarat, as well as fine dining at the Nineteen 86 Steakhouse.

Treena Parvello, Director of Government and Public Relations, said “Congratulations to the newest member of our Winners’ Circle, Alexis V! We always love to celebrate big wins with our guests! Whether at West Valley, Tucson, Sahuarita or Why, Desert Diamond Casinos offers thrilling entertainment and the best service for guests to enjoy.”

Sinatra Landmark offers several bonuses, including the Sinatra bonus, featuring videos of the legendary entertainer singing several of his greatest songs during gameplay.

In addition, the top wheel acts as a bonus game, offering either a Sinatra bonus, credits, or records, a watermark you’re trying to collect to get you closer to the jackpot.

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment, with three locations in Southern Arizona (Tucson, Sahuarita, and Why) and one in the West Valley in Glendale, AZ, is owned and operated by the Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise, an enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation. Additional information can be found at DDCAZ.com or by calling 833-DDC-2WIN. $

Bingo Is Back At Gila River Resorts & Casinos—Vee Quiva!

On Friday, April 28, the newly renovated bingo hall at the Vee Quiva location opened for a soft opening for Gila River Indian Community elders. The elders were eager and excited for the reopening of bingo. With daubers and mini trolls in hand, they were ready to pick up their favorite activity at Vee Quiva. The elders were surprised with giveaways, complimentary snacks and Gila River Resorts & Casinos bingo merchandise including t-shirts and jackets. The local tribal council also joined in on the fun for the Gila River Indian Community Day.

Following the community soft opening, Vee Quiva kicked off Cinco de Mayo weekend with a grand opening extravaganza. On the morning of the official grand opening, there was a line of hundreds of people waiting for the doors to open for the

first session of the day. With giveaways, food and music all weekend, Vee Quiva was the place to be for bingo lovers.

New additions to the space include large television screens displaying the bingo numbers, snack bar and drink area along with a DJ booth for the weekends. On Saturdays, the bingo hall is open for late night sessions of B.A.D., Bingo After Dark. This fun and new twist brings a dance party to the bingo hall. With flashing lights and a live DJ, this is the perfect party spot for a late night bingo session.

Bingo is open seven days a week with three sessions daily including a matinee at noon, mini session at 5:30 p.m. and evening session at 6:30 p.m. On Saturdays, the B.A.D. party starts at 10:30 p.m. and sessions begin at 11:30 p.m. with a $5,600 guaranteed cash prize. For info visit PlayAtGila.com or visit Gila River Resorts & Casinos Vee Quiva. $

All-New Bucky’s Café & June Events At Bucky’s & Yavapai Casinos

Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos invite you to experience the allnew Bucky’s Café! Elevate your dining experience. Try them again for the first time! New look, new menu, new experience, and NEW NAME…Coming Soon! Located on the third floor of Bucky’s Casino, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, closed Mondays.

Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos are in beautiful Prescott, only 90 miles north of Phoenix. They have upped their game on their already exciting, smoke-free casino floor offering a wide selection of entertainment including all the latest new slot machines, live action Craps and Roulette, as well as Blackjack. “Let’s Play Preskitt” at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos!

Event Calendar:

June 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th

Cash Is King Mondays, in June, cash prizes have escalated! Seven lucky winners will receive $1,000 every Monday. One Grand Prize winner will receive $5,000 cash on Monday, June 26th! Cash Is King cash drawings, every Monday in June, 6 p.m. at Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos.

June 28 July 4th

World’s Oldest Rodeo and Frontier Days Parade Keep the fun rolling, bring your rodeo ticket back to Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos and receive $10 Gold Rewards to play on them! Experience a wide selection of gaming entertainment including all the new and exciting slots, Live Action Craps, Roulette, and Blackjack. Enjoy the Frontier Days Parade on Saturday, July 1st at 9 a.m.

Let’s Play! For more info visit BuckysCasino.com. $

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

APACHE GOLD & SKY CASINOS Globe & Winkelman

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BLUEWATER CASINO Parker

49 Laughs Comedy Show June 24

BUCKY’S & YAVAPAI CASINOS Prescott

Live music at the Prescott Resort 6-9 p.m. Saturdays.

Frontier Days (World’s Oldest Rodeo) June 28 - July 4

CASINO ARIZONA Scottsdale

Showstoppers Live! June 2 & 3

Showstoppers Live! 2 June 9 & 10

Showstoppers Live! 3 June 16 & 17

Showstoppers Live! 4 June 23 & 24

Showstoppers Live! 5 June 30 & July1

CASINO DEL SOL Tucson

Franco Escamilla June 4

George Lopez June 17

Alabama June 29

CLIFF CASTLE CASINO HOTEL Camp Verde

Live music at The Dragonfly on Fridays & Saturdays

Comedy at the Castle June 15

COCOPAH CASINO Somerton

Karaoke Saturdays 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.

DESERT DIAMOND CASINO Sahuarita

Ambrosia & Firefall June 3

Easton Corbin June 30

Grand Funk Railroad July 22

Gypsy Kings Featuring Nicola Reyes August 5

Little River Band August 12

HARRAH’S AK-CHIN CASINO Maricopa

Little Joe y La Familia with Sunny Ozuna June 17

Caifanes September 15

HON-DAH RESORT CASINO Pinetop

Live Music Tuesdays Through Saturdays

Monday Funday Comedy Shows

11th Annual White Mountain Bike Rally June 30 - July 1

Don Felder of The Eagles July 1

MAZATZAL CASINO Payson

Mirage (Fleetwood Mac) July 1

World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo August 17 - 19

Josh Turner September 2

QUECHAN CASINO RESORT Winterhaven

Freestyle Old School Jam June 9

Ja Rule & Ashanti August 17

TALKING STICK RESORT Scottsdale

Steve Trevino June 16

The Happy Together Tour July 14

Little River Band July 15

TWIN ARROWS CASINO Flagstaff

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WE-KO-PA CASINO RESORT Fountain Hills

Live Music In Ember Steakhouse

Live Music In WKP Sports & Entertainment

WILD HORSE PASS RESORT & CASINO Chandler

Forever Love June 10

The Home Edit Summer Of Fun Tour July 11

George Thorogood & The Destroyers July 23

Alabama @ Casino Del Sol

Steve Trevino @ Talking Stick Resort

Prescott Frontier Days Near Bucky’s Casino June 28—July 4

There is no better way to spend a summer evening than at the World’s Oldest Rodeo. Since 1888, Prescott Frontier Days Inc. has presented the annual World’s Oldest Rodeo at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds. This year, the rodeo will take place on Wednesday, June 28 through Tuesday, July 4. Join them to see your favorite events, including steer wrestling, bareback riding, tie-down roping, women’s breakaway roping, saddle bronc riding, team roping, women’s barrel racing, bull riding and a whole lot more great entertainment!

July 4, 1888, became the birthday of the professional rodeo when a group of Prescott, Arizona, merchants and professional businessmen organized the first formalized “cowboy tournament” and offered cash prizes. “Cowboy Contests” continued and were planned, promoted and carried out by a committee of local merchants. From then on, rodeo has grown into a multimillion dollar enterprise with more than 700 professional rodeos in 50 states.

Prescott Frontier Days, Inc., is an organization of people of all ages from the Prescott area. They give their time and talents, as volunteers, to put on a number of events each year. There are currently over 200 active members and during the peak period, around the 4th of July, that number swells with an additional 800 volunteers, who typically stage a Golf Tournament, the Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. Rodeo Parade, an Old Timers Gathering, and of course, the 8 performances of the “World’s Oldest Rodeo.”

Info at BuckysCasino.com & WorldsOldestRodeo.com. $

Don Felder

Hon-Dah’s Festival Grounds July 1

Don Felder is set to take the stage at Hon-Dah’s festival grounds at 8 p.m. (gates open at 7 p.m.) on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Tickets can be purchased at the gift shop. Or you can call 1-928-369-7577 for more information.

Don Felder is renowned as the former lead guitarist of The Eagles, one of the most popular and influential rock groups of our time. “Fingers,” as Felder is known, is a true American rock and roll guitar hero and one of the most innovative riff-generating songwriters of the modern rock era.

The “Fingers” nickname is well-warranted, as anyone who has ever watched the man’s hands blaze across whatever guitar fretboard can readily attest whether it be acoustic or electric, single-neck or double-neck. In fact, the inherent prowess of those dexterous digits helped Felder navigate the burgeoning rock scene in his native Gainesville, Florida, while he was growing up there in the 1960s. That formative time included a stint teaching guitar to a young sandyhaired Southern gentleman by the name of Tom Petty. “Who knew he would become such a rock music icon?” Felder muses. “I was so proud to see Tom become as popular and influential as he did.”

Spending more and more time on the road as the front man of his own tight-knit solo band made Felder realize he needed to put in the time to hone his own distinctive voice into a finely tuned instrument. “That’s just how I work,” says Felder. “A lead vocal has to fit the song it has to fit the timbre and texture of the song. Otherwise, you’re a onenote samba.” $

By Sami Becker

MY TOP 7 CASINO GRIPES

And Losing Isn’t One Of Them

Whenever I visit a casino, I go prepared to win! Call me an eternal optimist! Don’t get me wrong, I accept that gambling is a form of entertainment, so the amount of money I take with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with. However, if lady luck happens to not come my way then of course I’m disappointed, but that’s gambling.

I believe it’s just silly to expect to win at the casino ALL the time. I have my ups and downs and if one casino visit isn’t the greatest then I look forward to my next visit in the hopes that my luck will change for the better. Therefore, not winning at the casino every single time I go is not one of my gripes. I do, however, have several other complaints which detract from my overall casino entertainment experience. And, some of them really piss me off.

1. Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grumbling about losing is completely annoying. The huffing, the puffing, the protesting, and the criticizing isn’t a whole heck of a lot of fun. In fact, I’ve found that these kind of party poopers actually carry a contagious negative attitude that spreads like spilled water.

If it’s not going well at a machine, then just change machines! If it’s not going well in general, leave! The casino is not going to close before you have a chance to visit again.

2. On the flip side, I can’t stand the overly excited hyperfreakazoids either. You know the kind that yell like they’ve just won a million dollar lottery every time they get a win even if it’s just for a couple of dollars. I relish the energy and the excitement of the casino. However, sitting next to this type of person (or worse yet, a group of friends standing around all screaming in unison) is pure torment!

There’s nothing wrong with having fun at the casino, but please be respectful of those around you. Would you like to have someone screaming in your ear for an extended period of time?

3. Most casinos in Arizona have gone completely smoke-free. However, there are a few that still have smoking sections or allow smoking in the bar areas. And, although most smokers are extremely respectful, there are also incredibly obnoxious and inconsiderate smokers as well who decide that blowing smoke in other people’s faces, scattering ash on top of them-

selves, on top of others sitting next to them, on the slot machines and all around is okay. Well, it’s not okay.

Be aware of the direction the smoke is traveling and, for Pete’s sake, use the ashtrays that are provided.

4. Which casino visitor isn’t as bothered as I am by those niggling, pesky hoverers? The quiet lurkers are annoying because you just feel their presence, but the blustering oglers that interject maddening comments like “ooh, that was close” and “aah, what an awful bonus” are downright infuriating. As if I need my very own play-by-play commentator!

If you’re a hoverer, stop it! Go get your own machine, sit down, play, and have fun. Stop standing around and join in on the action!

5. I’m playing my favorite video slot machine, I get into the bonus, and all of a sudden the lady next to me decides she wants to strike up a conversation. Not the most opportune time! I consider myself a “people person.” I love meeting new people and I love socializing. But, when I’m in front of my favorite video slot machine, or trying to focus on using optimal strategy at the blackjack table, it’s a little difficult to carry on a conversation.

If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at the casino, make sure your timing is convenient and appropriate.

6. Another annoying action people do, that seems to have gotten worse since the pandemic, is to hit and smack the machine buttons very loudly. It’s baffling to me how it doesn’t hurt them after a while?

If you’re angry to the point you’ve become aggressive, and potentially violent, it’s time to walk away. Cursing and abusing a slot machine can only bring more harm to yourself and others.

7. I want to be treated with kindness and gratitude by all the employees at the casino from cocktail waitresses to the slot attendants to the blackjack dealers to the security officers and everyone in between. I have two dozen casinos to choose from in Arizona alone and I chose to come play at your casino.

A casino is a business, just like any other business, and you are the customer. So, if you’re not satisfied with the level of service you’re receiving, don’t continue to provide them with your patronage. $

FUN & GAMES

WORD SEARCH

To Celebrate Flag Day on June 14, Find: STARS, FOURTEENTH, RED, AMERICAN, CEREMONY, CONGRESS, OLD GLORY, ALLEGIANCE, RESPECT, STRIPES, FIFTY, WHITE, PATRIOTIC, MEMORIAL, PARADE, UNION, BANNER, THIRTEEN, JUNE, BLUE, BETSY ROSS, HOLIDAY, PLEDGE, SYMBOL, HISTORY. Words appear in any direction.

Jokes & Quotes

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Each of the columns, rows, and 3 x 3 grids must contain all of the digits 1 - 9. None of the digits may appear more than once in each column, row, and 3 x 3 grid.

Level: HARD (Solution on page 38)

Research shows that laughing stimulates the immune system and may help prevent or reverse some medical conditions.

Summer is almost here, so to fill all the newcomers in, you’ll know you are enjoying the Arizona summer when...

the birds use pot holders to pull worms out of the ground. farmers are feeding their chickens crushed ice to keep them from laying hard-boiled eggs.

you can make instant sun tea.

you learn that a seat belt makes a pretty good branding iron. the temperature drops below 95, you feel a bit chilly. you discover it takes only 2 fingers to drive your car. the best parking place is determined by shade, not distance. hot water now comes out of both taps.

Zodiac Lucky Numbers

Aries (March 21 – April 19): 2, 8, 20, 32, 53, 69

Taurus (April 20 – May 20): 6, 12, 22, 27, 45, 64

Gemini (May 21 – June 20): 7, 16, 18, 29, 44, 58

Cancer (June 21 – July 22): 4, 12, 16, 28, 48, 59

Leo (July 23 – August 22): 8, 15, 26, 42, 52, 64

Virgo (August 23 – September 22): 1, 23, 25, 32, 43, 65

Libra (September 23 – October 22): 1, 2, 16, 33, 44, 65

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21): 6, 19, 23, 32, 51, 64

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21): 3, 6, 13, 34, 49, 63

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19): 2, 5, 21, 41, 50, 60

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18): 10, 15, 18, 40, 44, 67

Pisces (February 19 – March 20): 8, 10, 23, 31, 54, 66

Water Rabbit Lunar Year

Ask for good luck: 2, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 15, 18, 21, 22, 30.

Best days to travel: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 15, 18, 19, 21, 22, 30.

Best days to meet with someone: 6. There is overlap on the 6th!

Ranking fourth in the Lunar zodiac, Rabbit represents longevity, discretion and good luck in Asian cultures. People born under the sign of the Rabbit are kind-hearted, friendly, intelligent, cautious, skillful, gentle, quick and live long. They dislike fighting and like to find solutions through compromise and negotiation. Dates For Year Of The Rabbit: