Vol. 13 - No. 4 - April 2015
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Casino Entertainer April 2015
April 2015 Casino Entertainer
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Promotions for April POINTS FOR PURCHASE PROGRAM
Throughout the month of April, all members of the Peak Rewards Club will receive 10X points for every dollar spent in a cash or credit transaction for food and beverage purchases (excluding alcohol). Guests must present their players cards during the transaction to earn points.
$1,000,000 WHAT’S IN THE GARAGE?
Now through April 30 Make sure to play at Sandia Resort & Casino from now until the end of April and be one of 3,400 winners to earn your share of $1,000,000 in cash, free slot play, and great prizes like cars, trucks, and boats! Monday through Thursday, there will be FREE SLOT PLAY drawings every half hour from noon to 9pm. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, drawings for CASH prizes will be held every half hour from noon to 9pm. In addition, a GARAGE GIVEAWAY will take place every Friday and Saturday between 7pm and 9pm, in which winners will get to select a key to open a garage door holding a new car, truck, or boat. All drawings are hot seat drawings. See the Peak Rewards Players Club for more information.
TWO FOR TUESDAYS IS BACK!
Every Tuesday in April, earn double points on slots and table games, plus double bonus free play (for players who qualify). Also enjoy a two-forone buffet—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—all card levels.
DAILY SLOT TOURNAMENTS
NEW MEMBER PROMO
All new members receive $25 worth of free slot play OR $25 in table games free play AND 3X points on the day they sign up.
BINGO SPECIALS
Who doesn’t love an exciting game of bingo and the chance to win some great prizes? This month, enjoy the following special games:
Easter Special Drawings
Sunday, April 5, Evening Session Receive one drawing ticket with every bingo buy-in. Drawings for $200, $300, and $500 in cash.
Planet Bingo’s Tax Break Vacation in Washington
Kowira Grill and P’a Shur Deli
$2 hamburgers and $2 fish sandwiches
Easter Specials
Sunday, April 5 The following venues are offering special holiday menus: Thur Shan Buffet: 10am3:30pm, $25 adults/$15.95 children 12 and under
Now through April 18, Matinee Session Earn drawing tickets with every bingo buy-in. Winner receives a trip to Washington, DC, or a cash option of $3,000.
Start playing these all-new “on demand” and true-time daily slot tournaments, and earn entries into an exciting series of tournaments. With every 300 base slot points you earn (max five per day), starting at midnight each Monday and ending at 10pm each Saturday, you’ll then go to machines in Premier Pennies or Roadrunner Casino to play your tournament. Tournaments must be played by 11pm each Saturday. The top 25 scores will be posted after midnight on Saturday, and they each win a prize.
Sizzling Smoker Giveaway
SENIOR DAYS PROMOTION
$55 Tuesday Tournaments Every Tuesday at 7pm with a $55 buy-in.
Every Wednesday, all Peak Rewards players who are 55-plus years old can receive a $5 lunch buffet and 3X points for their slot play from 8am to 11:59pm. In addition, those players 55 years old and older are eligible for $50 in cash hot seat drawings from 9am to 4pm every half hour.
FOOD & BEVERAGE SPECIALS
April 1–25, Matinee and Evening Sessions Earn tickets for the Sunday, April 25 drawings to receive a Smoke-n BBQ Package that includes a Smoker BBQ Grill, patio set, tool set, and $100 Visa gift card.
POKER TOURNAMENTS
$45 Sunday Tournaments Every Sunday at noon with a $45 buy-in.
Poker’s $65 Thursday Night Bounty Every Thursday night starting at 7pm, with registration beginning at 8am. Buy-in is $65, with a $20 bounty on every player.
Council Room Restaurant: 11am–4pm, prices vary per item
Bien Shur Restaurant: 10am–3pm, $45 adults/$18 children 12 and under Reservations recommended.
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There is no one quite like Craig Morgan, whose resume is one of the most varied and impressive on earth—soldier, sheriff’s deputy, EMT, adventurer, TV host, motocross racer, outdoorsman, farmer, family man. And then there is the career that ties it all together. “Music is like a center for all those things,” says Morgan. “It’s the outlet for me to express everything I am.” In addition to his hit “Almost Home,” whose pathos, compassion, and nostalgia makes for the perfect classic country song, Morgan’s catalog spans a host of themes. There are his working-class anthems, like “Redneck Yacht Club,” “International Harvester,” and “More Trucks Than Cars;” love songs like “Tough” and “This Ole Boy;” and his examination of the everyday in “Little Bit of Life.” Craig and his wife of 25 years, Karen, live with their four children just outside Dickson, Tennessee. He is involved in many of the area’s charitable causes, and he keeps current with his emergency preparedness skills through activities like in-service training with the sheriff’s department. Ever the optimist, Morgan says, “I do believe this next chapter in my life is going to be the best yet.” Come see what he means when he plays Isleta Resort & Casino on April 10. For more information, visit www.isleta.com
Craig Morgan April 10 at 8pm
The Doobie Brothers Friday, April 17 at 8pm
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Northern California’s four-time Grammy-award-winning Doobie Brothers are responsible for some of the most classic music in rock and roll. With 3 multi-Platinum, 7 Platinum, and 14 Gold records, along with a rare Diamond record for their 11-million-copy-selling Best of the Doobies from 1976, they continue to dominate the airwaves and draw new and old fans to their live performances. Songs like “Listen to the Music,” “Black Water,” “China Grove,” “Jesus Is Just All Right,” and many more became instant favorites when they were first released, and they continue to contribute to the soundtrack of our lives. Even though the band underwent several personnel changes throughout the years, the hits still kept coming. When Michael McDonald took over as lead vocalist in 1976, the band’s “Takin’ it to the Streets” dominated the country’s airwaves from coast to coast. After a period of inactivity during the mid-1980s, the band reunited and they record and tour to this day. While the Doobie Brothers draw inspiration from the past, their music nonetheless inspires in the here and now. With so many songs that have stood the test of time for 40 years, the Doobie Brothers is the show to see in New Mexico this spring. For more information, visit www.isleta.com.
April 2015 Casino Entertainer
Promotions and Events for April Join the Club!
ENTERTAINMENT
Sign up for an Isleta Eagle Club card and spin the wheel for a chance to win up to $500 in free slot play!
Tickets are available through the Box Office or at holdmyticket.com. For all shows below, the doors open at 7pm and shows begin at 8pm. Must be 12 years or older to attend.
Uncle Sam’s Payback
April 1–30 Want to get back at Uncle Sam this April? Every day, five winners will be chosen every hour from 10am to 10pm for $100. Guests have 24 hours to claim their prize. On Tuesdays, claim your prize in seven minutes or less and choose a prize from Uncle Sam’s hat, worth from $150 to $1,040. Earn entries daily by playing your favorite slot machine, table games, bingo, or poker.
777 Anniversary Progressives
April 1–30 Celebrate the first anniversary of Palace West with progressive cash giveaways in April! Cash drawings occur every day from 10am to 10pm. Every hour, one lucky winner will be chosen. If not present, the money will roll over to the next drawing. Every Thursday through Sunday at 10pm, the prize must go! Also come out for free anniversary cake on April 12 from 1pm to 2pm.
Military Mondays
Isleta Resort & Casino would like to say thank you for your service! Guests with a valid military ID will receive $10 in free slot play and special discounts throughout the property.
We Love Our Seniors
Every Wednesday from 8am to 10pm at Isleta Resort & Casino and Palace West Casino, seniors who are 50 years plus will receive a minimum of $5 in free slot play and will be eligible for hot seat drawings. One winner will be selected each hour from 10am to 10pm for $50 in cash.
Play With Power!
All New Power Uspin April 1–June 30 Power U-Spin is now playing all day, every day. Now with three ways to qualify and spin the wheel for your chance to win up to $500 in free slot play.
Craig Morgan Poker
Isleta Bad Beat Jackpot–Aces Over Jacks All the time—guaranteed! Isleta Poker Rewards Get rewarded by playing poker! Earn an entry for every hour of live play completed and you’re in. Drawings held every Thursday from 5pm to 11pm for $200. If the player is not present, the amount will roll over to the next hourly drawing. See Poker Room for more details.
Bingo Easter Bingo Sunday evening, April 5, 6pm–10pm Buy-in is $5 or $10 All-you-can-play (up to five paper packs), with all regular games paying $500 or $1,000. The $2 Easter games pays $500, plus four drawings to select an egg, to determine your prize—for a total of $1,000.
Customer Appreciation
Saturday evening, April 11, 5pm–10pm (no matinee) Buy-in is $19 all-you-can-play (up to five paper packs), with all regular games paying $1,199. As a special appreciation, there will be 100 drawings for a total of $10,000!
Tax Relief
Saturday, April 18, 6pm–10pm (no matinee) Buy-in is $5 or $10 all-you-can-play (up to five paper packs), with all regular games paying $500 or $1,000. The $2 Tax Relief game pays $500, plus five drawings for $200.
Super Senior Wednesdays
Matinee Session 12pm • Evening Session 6:30pm Matinee sessions, the buy-in is $3 all-you-canplay, and every game pays $300. Evening sessions, the buy-in is $5 or $10 all-you-can-play, and pays $300 or $500. Free game to all seniors 50+ with paid admission; pays $250. Bingo closures: April 10 & 17 See Bingo Hall for more details.
Isleta Casino Showroom Friday, April 10 A veteran of the United States Army, Morgan began his musical career in 2000 with his self-titled debut album under Atlantic Records. Since then, Morgan has charted 17 times on the Billboard country charts with hits such as, “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” “Almost Home,” and “Redneck Yacht Club.” Tickets start at $20 and are on sale now.
An Evening with The Doobie Brothers
Isleta Casino Showroom Friday April 17 The Doobie Brothers have rung up a glittering track record that would be the envy of any band. Their No. 1 singles “Black Water” and “What a Fool Believes,” both Gold, lead a catalog of indelible songs that include “Jesus Is Just Alright,” “Rockin’ Down the Highway,” “China Grove,” and “Takin it to the Streets,” just to name a few. Tickets start at $50 and are on sale now.
Montgomery Gentry
Isleta Casino Showroom Saturday May 9 This duo has 14 Top 10 singles, including five No. 1 hits: “Something To Be Proud Of,” “If You Ever Stop Loving Me,” “Lucky Man,” “Back When I Knew It All,” and “Roll With Me.” Tickets start at $50 and are on sale now.
“Man in Black” Tribute to Johnny Cash
Isleta Casino Showroom Friday May 22 Experience this incredible tribute to Johnny Cash by Shawn Barker. Although Barker portrays the younger Johnny Cash, his repertoire covers the late singer’s entire career. Tickets start at $10 and go on sale to the public on April 10. Contact hotel reservations at 1-877-4753827 for concert/hotel packages. For more information on other great shows visit isleta.com.
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The Band Perry Friday, April 24 at 8pm
THE BAND PERRY
APRIL 24
Since their debut in 2010, The Band Perry has caught the attention of country music fans and industry bigwigs alike, topping the charts and earning ACM, CMA, and CMT music awards. Currently one of hottest musical acts on tour, this trio comprised of siblings Kimberly Perry (lead vocals, guitar, piano), Reid Perry (bass guitar, background vocals), and Neil Perry (mandolin, drums, accordion, background vocals), treat their audiences to fiery, rock and roll-inspired music augmented with captivating melodies. No. 1 hits include “If I Die Young,” “All Your Life,” and “Better Dig Two,” with a popular tribute in 2014 to Glen Campbell’s song “Gentle On My Mind.” Witness the epic performance of this award-winning trio as they take the stage at Inn of the Mountain Gods on Friday, April 24 at 8pm. Tickets start at just $45. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. For more information visit www.innofthemountaingods.com
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C.G. RYCHE “DRUM SHOW”
TICKETS FROM $45
April 25 Inn of the Mountain Gods presents the visionary composer and multi-percussionist C.G. Ryche and his “Drum Show” Saturday, April 25. Throughout his career, Ryche has taken his talents around the world, performing at sold-out venues and working as an Educator of World Percussion for the likes of Pixar, Disney, and Hollywood Pictures. Don’t miss this unparalleled percussion show, complete with epic and creative visual displays unlike anything to ever hit the Inn of the Mountain Gods stage. All tickets are just $40 general admission. Visit InnoftheMountainGods.com for details and reservations. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm.
CG RYCHE
APRIL 25 8PM
TICKETS $40 For tickets visit InnoftheMountainGods.com or or call (800) 545-9011
Mescalero, NM near Ruidoso | Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Full Country Band
April 10 & 11 • 9pm-2am
Silver Country Band
Kickin’ It Sky High • April 16 • 8pm-12am
April 17 & 18 • 9pm-2am
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5X POINTS
January 1–December 31, 2015 Apache Spirit Club players at Inn of the Mountain Gods and Casino Apache have the chance to earn 5X points most holidays in 2015 from 12:00am (midnight) to 11:59pm. April’s promotion days include April Fool’s Day on April 1, Easter Sunday on April 5, Earth Day on April 20, and Arbor Day on April 24. See the Apache Spirit Club for details, or visit InnoftheMountainGods.com or CasinoApacheTravelCenter.com.
CHIPPER & BANDIT’S GREEN GARDEN DRAWING
April 1–29 Chipper and Bandit, Inn of the Mountain Gods’s furry mascots, have gotten trash all over the garden. Clean it up by earning 10 points every Wednesday in April for a chance to be one of five Apache Spirit Club players selected in each drawing to win up to $500 in cash or $100 in Free Spirit Play™. Plus, locals get double the payouts, making the prize drawings a possible $1,000 in cash or $200 in Free Spirit Play™. See the Apache Spirit Club for details, or visit InnoftheMountainGods.com.
HIGH 5’S FOR 55’S!
April 1–29 Apache Spirit Club players age 55 and older earn 5X points from 8am to 11:59pm each Monday in April at Inn of the Mountain Gods and Casino Apache. In addition to the extra points, seniors receive a 50 percent off dining voucher valid for use on Monday or Wednesday at Gathering of Nations Buffet, Big Game Sports Bar, Smokey B’s, or Apache Tee (starting May 1).
SPRING FLING SLOT TOURNAMENT
April 1–29 Every Wednesday at Inn of the Mountain Gods and Friday at Casino Apache Travel Center, Apache Spirit Club members can play in the Spring Fling Slot Tournament for a chance to win up to $1,000 in cash for locals. Players can earn one free entry each week by swiping their Apache Spirit Club Card at the kiosk, and one additional entry by earning 20 points each promotional day. $1,000 in cash for locals will be given away at each tournament. See the Apache Spirit Club for details, or visit InnoftheMountainGods.com or CasinoApacheTravelCenter.com.
CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF OPENS APRIL 3
Inn of the Mountain Gods Championship Golf Course will open Friday, April 3 for the golf season. Hit the links on the 18-hole, Ted Robinson-designed course that features an island fairway, fast breaking greens, and spectacular views. To book a tee time or for more information, call 575-464-7941 or visit InnoftheMountainGods.com.
EARLY BIRD PRIME RIB SPECIAL
April 6–May 21 (Sunday–Thursday) Everyone knows that the early bird gets the worm, but at the Inn of the Mountain Gods’s signature restaurant, Wendell’s Steak & Seafood, the early bird gets a 12-ounce juicy, tender prime rib for only $24.99. The Early Bird Prime Rib Special at Wendell’s is every Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to 7pm, April 6 through May 21, and includes a Wendell’s bread basket, choice of the signature tortilla soup or dinner salad, baked potato with butter and sour cream, and a 12-ounce angus beef prime rib with creamy horseradish and jus.
TASTY TUESDAYS
April 7–28 Every Tuesday in April at Casino Apache Travel Center, from 8am to 8pm, Apache Spirit Club members can earn points on their favorite machines and redeem those points for dining vouchers at Smokey B’s each promotional day. Players who earn 200 points receive up to $8.99 for breakfast, 400 points receive up to $9.99 for lunch, and 600 points receive up to $10.99 for dinner. See the Apache Spirit Club for details, or visit CasinoApacheTravelCenter.com.
SLOT TOURNAMENT
WEDNESDAYS AT INN OF THE MOUNTAIN GODS
10AM-4PM
THURSDAYS AT CASINO APACHE
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20 Winners each week will take home UP TO
$500 CASH
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UP TO
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LOCALS RECEIVE DOUBLE PAYOUTS
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CHIPPER&BANDIT’S G R E E N GAR DE N P O I N T
E A R N
Wednesdays in April Drawings • 7 pm 5 Winners will be drawn each week to help Chipper and Bandit clean up their garden and take home up to $500 in cash or $100 in Free Spirit Play.
10 POINTS = 1 ENTRY
Earn entries every wednesday!
SLAM DUNK BLACKJACK TOURNAMENT
April 11 & 12 Get in the basketball spirit with the Slam Dunk Blackjack Tournament Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12 at Inn of the Mountain Gods. The buy-in is $100 for a chance to take a piece of the $10,000 pot, including the $5,000 first prize. Plus, players who register before April 4 receive a coupon for $50 in free play. Visit InnoftheMountainGods.com or call 575-464-7086 for details and reservations.
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FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY, April 11 at 8pm, The Hurricanes are sweeping in to San Felipe Casino! The legendary Al Hurricane and Al Hurricane Jr. will perform all of their greatest hits. Don’t miss their farewell tour, during which the world-famous New Mexico artists will take you on a journey of great music and dancing. The Hurricanes have mesmerized audiences for years, and now it’s your chance to see the legends in action. Tickets on sale now at San Felipe’s Casino or on hold my ticket. com San Felipe Casino, located at I-25 exit 252 between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, is where “Big Wins come in Small Packages.”
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Join the Fun at San Felipe Casino in April GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE DAY
Active/retired military personnel and other government employees receive a two-for-one buffet on Saturdays, just for being a Players Club member.
SUNDAY is FUNDAY
Spring is in the air and Sundays are Fun Days at San Felipe Casino! Join them on April 12, 19, and 26 for their Sun Day, Fun Day hot seat drawings, where you can grab up to $2,000 a day from the springtime cash box. Random drawings are held from 11am to 7pm.
TRIPLE TAKE BONUS
$35 Gas Purchase = $10 FREE SLOT PLAY
Got Gas? San Felipe does! Players Club members are eligible for $10 in free slot play with a single $35 or higher gasoline purchase at the Travel Center. Present your card and original receipt within seven days of purchase, one per person per week.
San Felipe is giving away bonus payouts every Monday through Thursday this month. You could win $25 in cheques if your hand has three 7s, and $50 in cheques if your hand has a suited 6, 7, and 8. Plus, you can win more than once. See your favorite dealer for all the exciting details.
Did You Also Know…
3X POINT THURSDAYS
Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm to 1am, enjoy the very best of local live bands and dancing.
Earn 3X points every Thursday in April. You’ll be able to triple your points all day on every slot and table game.
EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET
On Easter Sunday, April 5, San Felipe Casino will serve an all-you-caneat Easter Brunch Buffet from 9am until 3pm for only $5.95.
GREAT DINING SELECTIONS
There’s no doubt about it, San Felipe’s Buffet will please your palate. The buffet is open Sunday through Wednesday from 9am to 9pm, and Thursday through Saturday from 9am to 10pm. Daily brunch is only $6.95 (with players club card) and the dinner buffet is $9.95 (with players club card). If you’re in the mood for some great fast food, then check out the Pueblo Grill, featuring a selection of menu items priced from $1.99 to $5.99.
CASINO EMPLOYEES DAY
Every Wednesday, San Felipe Casino welcomes its industry friends with $10 in free play, plus another $10 with 200 base points earned that day.
Players Club members can redeem points for gas purchases as well as live table games FREE play—every day. It pays to be a Players Club member at San Felipe Casino!
ENTERTAINMENT
AL HURRICANE & AL HURRICANE JR FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY
April 11 at 8pm, The Hurricanes are sweeping in to San Felipe Casino! The legendary Al Hurricane and Al Hurricane Jr. will perform all of their greatest hits. Don’t miss their farewell tour, where the worldfamous New Mexico artists will take you on a journey of great music and dancing. The Hurricanes have mesmerized audiences for years, and now it’s your chance to see the legends in action!
LIVE MUSIC & DANCING Fridays April 3: Whisky Baby April 10: Blu Sol April 17: Westwind Band April 24: Native Sun
Saturdays April 4: Full Country April 11: Al Hurricane (Cover) April 18: Tequila Rain April 25: Rude Boys
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ROUTE 66 CASINO HOTEL April PROMOTIONS Route 66 Street Party
LEGENDS ENTERTAINMENT Experience world-class entertainment this spring in a world-class theater! Featuring over 2,800 plush seats, Legends Theater offers guests a best-in-class audio experience. Comedians to musicians enjoy the near-perfect acoustics while audience members partake in beverage service, clear line-of-sight, and roomy aisles.
Carlos Mencia
Saturday, April 11 at 8pm Tickets start at $25 Comic Carlos Mencia will bring his nationwide tour, C 4 Urself, to Albuquerque this spring. He is known for his unique ability to connect with a diverse audience as he pokes fun at the world around us. Mencia has made appearances on In Living Color, The Arsenio Hall Show, Moesha, and An Evening at the Improv.
Foreigner
Friday, April 17 at 8pm Tickets start at $35 With 10 multi-platinum albums and 16 Top 30 hits, Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world. Responsible for some of rock and roll’s most enduring anthems, including “Juke Box Hero,” “Feels Like The First Time,” “Urgent,” “Head Games,” “Hot Blooded,” “Cold As Ice,” “Waiting For A Girl Like You,” and the worldwide No. 1 hit, “I Want To Know What Love Is,” Foreigner continues to rock the charts more than 30 years into the game. For more details or to purchase tickets, visit www.rt66casino.com. Entertainment tickets are now being sold at the Route 66 Player’s Club. Route 66 Casino Hotel is less than 20 minutes west of downtown Albuquerque on Interstate 40 at Exit 140.
Revving up the fun every Friday and Saturday! Route 66 Casino brings a dynamic street party to the casino floor every Friday and Saturday evening in April. Come experience a custom ’57 Chevy driving throughout the casino floor, along with a host of costumed participants giving away cash, prizes, and party favors.
The Big Mix Up
Bake your cake and eat it too! Drop by Route 66 and earn a chance to win one of ten Kitchen-Aid Professional 600 Series 6-quart bowl lift stand mixers, which will be given away on April 29 and 30. To enter, simply use your players club card to play your favorite slot games. For every 1,000 points earned, you’ll receive a drawing entry. Five mixers will be given away each drawing day, and you must be present to win. Swing by the Route 66 Player’s Club for more details.
$66,000 Progressive
All-new progressive drawing! What’s better than diving into a pile of money? Winning it! The progressive drawings at Route 66 Casino have always been a favorite with casino guests, and Route 66 Casino has combined two past progressive drawings to create a bigger, better, more exciting event: the all-new $66,000 Cash Progressive Giveaway. Every Monday, 36 casino guests are guaranteed to win a cash prize. This progressive jackpot starts at $16,000, and if the jackpot is not given away, the grand prize increases by $2,000 every week until it’s either won or it reaches $66,000. Receive an entry every Monday by using your players club card to earn 625 same-day points. Drawings now begin at 8pm.
Email Club
Your subscription pays! Join the Route 66 email club and receive exclusive rewards, promotional and entertainment news, and the opportunity to earn more free play. In March, 50 email subscribers won $25 in free play, simply for being a part of the email club. And the rewards don’t stop there: this April, 50 more winning emails will be sent out to subscribers. Visit the Route 66 Players Club to update your profile with a valid email address. Already an email member? Simply visit the players club this month to enter the drawing
Time Warp Tables
It’s a blast from the past! Casino guests can now enjoy $1 blackjack, $1 craps, and 25¢ roulette four days a week. Promotion runs from 8am through 6pm, every Monday through Thursday.
Bingo
Spring bingo promotions! Route 66 Casino will be closed during the matinee session on Easter Sunday, Sunday, April 5. The evening session will feature an Easter Special. Guests will receive a free 3-oncard paying out $300 to everyone purchasing a buy-in. Bingo guests can try their luck with even more specials planned throughout the month, like a FREE card paying out $500 on Thursdays, April 2 and 16. The Lucky Player drawing takes place on Saturday, April 11, and the Rags to Riches drawing on Saturday, April 25. Both Saturday drawings will take place during the evening session and guest must be present and playing bingo to win. For more information, call the Bingo hotline at 505-352-7966.
Buffet 66
More value than ever! Casino guests can earn a FREE buffet every Monday through Wednesday in April by using their players club card to earn 200 same-day points. Regular buffet price without a players club card is $9.99.
Thunder Road Steakhouse & Cantina
Spring specials abound! This April, indulge in the pork ribs and shrimp special, complete with coleslaw and French fries for $16.99. Friday nights continue to sizzle with Salsa Nights beginning at 9pm. Live music comes courtesy of local favorites, including Tera Plena, Calle 66, and Nosotros. Visit www.rt66casino.com for a full entertainment schedule for Thunder Road.
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Fool’s Day Cash New Sign-Up Promotion April 1 Join Sky City Casino on April 1 for the Fool’s Day $4,000 total cash drawings. Two lucky winners selected each hour from 5pm to 9pm will win $400 in cash. Patrons receive one entry for every 30 points earned.
Easter Basket of Cash
April 5 Sky City is the hopping place to be on Easter Sunday. Join the fun for a chance to win a portion of the $4,000 Easter Basket of Cash giveaway. Drawings held from 6pm to 9pm, with one lucky winner each hour selected to play the Match 5 Game Board for a chance to win $300 to $1,000 in cash. Patrons receive one entry for every 40 points earned.
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April 18 Enter Sky City’s $10 Buy-In Slot Tournament on April 18 for your chance to win $100 to $1,000 in cash or $300 total free play. Final 12 qualified winners receive a golden ticket to participate in the August Multimedia Slot Tournament, a qualifier for the Multimedia 2015 National TournEvent of Champions in Las Vegas, NV.
Bingo’s Spring Cash-Cade
April 6, 13, 20, & 27 Spring into Sky City Bingo for the Spring Cash-Cade Monday night drawings, April 6, 13, 20, and 27. Three lucky winners drawn will win $150 to $350 in cash. Guests with a single admissions cash spend of $15 or more, using their Players Card, are eligible for the drawings.
Lotta Bucks Ball Drop
Come play your favorite slot machine for your chance to win up to $100 in free play or $1,000 cash or higher. Drawings held randomly every day from 9am to midnight. Patrons must have club card in slot machine actively playing at the time of drawing. For additional details, visit Guest Services.
Sky City Casino is offering perks to new members who sign up for a Players Card. Join for your chance to win $5 or up to $1,000 in free play.
5X Multiplier
Play at Sky City Casino every Thursday in 2015 for your chance to earn 5X points between 8am and midnight.
Nifty Fifty and Over
Every Friday in April, patrons 50 years or older receive $20 in free play when they earn 400 points. Limit $20 in free play per promotion day. Senior patrons earning 50 points from 8am to 3pm also receive one ticket into the Nifty Fifty and Over drawing for a chance to win $100 in cash every half hour between 1pm and 4pm. Other Friday offers in April include the following restaurant specials: $4 off a menu or buffet meal at Huwak’a Restaurant (breakfast or lunch only).
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4pm to 7pm - 3 minute sessions 8pm Final Round - 3 minute session $10 Buy-In Slot tournament Breakdown of payoutS: ★ 1st Place - $1,000 Cash ★ 2nd Place - $500 Cash ★ 3rd Place - $400 Cash ★ 4th Place - $300 Cash ★ 5th Place - $200 Cash ★ 6th Place - $100 Cash ★ 7th thru 12th Place - $50 Free Play All 12 final winners receive a golden ticket to participate in the August 22nd slot tournament. Tournament winner represents Sky City at the National Tournament in Las Vegas, NV. Patrons must buy into Tournament. Must be 21 years old and older. Must be a player’s club cardholder. Must have a valid ID and player’s club card. Sky City Casino Hotel reserves the right to change, modify or cancel the promotion at any time.
Tank Topper
Short on gas? Redeem your points and top off your tank. Patrons may redeem 2,000 points at Guest Services for a $10 gas voucher to Sky City Travel Center or Sky City Travel Center Express.
Big Truckin’ Cash
Play at Sky City Casino for your chance to win big during the Big Truckin Cash giveaways. All CDL cardholders have one opportunity every Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from now through the end of December 2015 to win $500 if present or $250 if not present. Sky City CDL cardholders earn one free entry per day, and may earn additional entries with every 30 points earned in play per day.
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Fuel up and sit down for a meal. CDL patrons who purchase 75 gallons or more of diesel, receive a two-for-one buffet or half off a single buffet.
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Como La Flor A Tribute to Selena Saturday, May 2 at 7pm
Selena Quintanilla–Perez, known simply as Selena, was one of the most successful Latin crossover artists to ever hit the stage or radio waves. Known as the Queen of Tejano music, Billboard declared her among the top Latin artists of the 1990s, and she hit their Latin Song charts with an incredible fourteen Top 10 singles, seven of which shot to No. 1. Poised at the brink of international stardom before her untimely death at the age of 23, murdered by the former president of her fan club, Selena nonetheless remains one of the most popular musical acts of any genre, with 60 million albums sold worldwide to date. Since Selena’s passing, the artist has been the ba-
sis of numerous musicals and other productions, including a portrayal by Jennifer Lopez in the hit 1997 hit movie Selena. Since this year marks the 20th anniversary of Selena’s death, many more tributes are sure to be forthcoming. One of them is Como la Flor, named after one of Selena’s hit singles and headlined by Kate Perez, herself an award-winning singer who began her career at the age of 12. Fans of Selena should not miss the opportunity to experience the magic of one of the most beloved Latin artists of all time, thanks to the spectacular tribute Perez will bring to Sky City Casino on May 2. Tickets for this all-ages show are $10 in advance, $15 day of the show, and are available at www.tick-
etmaster.com and the Sky City Casino Box Office. See the Sky City Casino Players Club for your discount. Show Packages available at Sky City Casino Hotel. For more information, call 888-SKY-CITY or log onto www.skycity.com.
Carlos Mencia Saturday, April 11 at 8pm
Born and raised in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, the 17th of 18 children, Carlos Mencia came to the United States when he was only three months old. Like so many performers before him, Mencia honed his craft doing standup comedy during amateur night at the Laugh Factory. He later became a nightly regular at the Comedy Store, which led to appearances on television shows like In Living Color, The Arsenio Hall Show, Moesha, and An Evening at the Improv. His success solidified in the 1990s, when he hosted the HBO comedy series Loco Slam in 1994 and Funny is Funny! on Galavision in 1998. His 2000 comedy album, “Take a Joke, America,” won him additional accolades. Mencia enjoyed further success headlining the 2002 Three Amigos tour with Freddy Soto and Pablo Francisco. In 2005, he debuted Mind of Mencia on Comedy Central, which became one of the strongest shows in the network’s history, averaging about 1.5 million total viewers. He has also been a regular on the holiday season USO Tours to the Persian Gulf. In the past several years, Mencia gone back to his standup roots, performing at a number of comedy stores throughout the country, which allows him to share his newest material with more intimate audiences. Come laugh with Carlos Mencia at Route 66 Casino Hotel on Saturday, April 11 at 8pm. For more information, see www.rt66casino.com
Foreigner
Friday, April 17 at 8pm
“I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Hot Blooded,” “Feels Like the First Time.” If these songs do more than just ring a bell but actually get you humming, singing, or maybe even playing air guitar when no one is looking, then you’re likely a fan of what is arguably one of the most popular hard rock bands of all time. Foreigner first formed in 1976, and the ensuing decades have done little to diminish the appeal of this ensemble that boasts 10 multi-platinum albums, 16 Top 30 hits, and legions of fans from around the world. Their formidable musical presence continues to propel sold-out tours and album sales, now exceeding 75 million. So book your tickets now, and get ready for an electrifying performance of your favorite rock and roll anthems, from “Juke Box Hero” to “Urgent,” “Head Games” to “Cold as Ice,” “Dirty White Boy” to “Waiting For A Girl Like You.” Tickets for the Route 66 Hotel Casino show on Friday, April 17, are on sale now. For more information, visit www.rt66casino.com
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Government, Gambling, and You
A lot of people went to a lot of trouble just so you could stuff paper money inside a slot machine. If I may ask, did you ever thank them? Probably not. Did you ever cuss them? Probably. You may have cussed the slot machine, but hardly ever the fellows who made the machine, sold the machine, those who installed the machine, or the folks at the casino who watch over the machine. It all began in 1988, when the U.S. Congress accomplished something no other body before them had envisioned: They established rules and regulations for gambling on Native American lands. Called the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA), it set the standards for legal Gambling within Native American reservations across our fruited plains. And it’s not all one sided: state governments have their responsibilities as well. These include contracting with each tribe the rights to build and operate a casino, and establishing rules governing minimum payback percentage on slot play, the minimum age guests must be to enter a casino and to gamble, and where and when a casino can serve alcoholic beverages. Obviously, one wonders, what was in it for the state? Well, the state wanted a piece of the action, of course. To this end, the Feds outlined two classes of gambling: Class 2 and Class 3. This is part of the law that amuses. Class 2 gaming on the “Rez” was, and is, tax-free. But Class 3 gaming establishments have to pay. All this being said (or written), New Mexico was considered a state with a substantial Native American representation (19 pueblos, two Apache tribes, and the Navajo Nation) that could and would prosper with legal gaming. After IGRA passed into law, Native leaders across America sprung
By Bill Previtti
On the Move and in the Groove
into action, securing loans or otherwise raising funds to build casinos, tourist centers, hotels, and arenas. It all seemed so easy. But one thing many of these leaders overlooked— or downright forgot about—was that they had to finalize their deals with the state. Here, in the Land of Sunshine and Deception, Native leaders, along with the heads of veteran and fraternal clubs, petitioned three different governors four different times. And struck out every time. One governor twice promised to help the cause, but took a powder when the chime for action rang his office door. It took almost a decade for New Mexico to open its doors to legal gambling. And, despite claims to the contrary, it has been an effective economic boon for all of us. Over 20,000 New Mexicans work fulltime at our state’s casinos and their adjacent operations, including hotel/resorts, restaurants, travel centers, spas, and golf courses. It’s well known that gambling is integral to our tourism trade, the magnet that, in part, brings visitors to our sunny blue skies. And the dice keep rolling. The recent 60-day legislative session included cleaning up some contractual odds and ends with a few of the pueblos, which it did, without strife. The casinos got most of what they sought: extra hours of operation, and opportunities to comp meals, adult beverages, and slot play. Figure that, in New Mexico, the average payback percentage on slot play is right around 93–94 percent—and that’s good enough for me. What about you? You in?
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New Mexico’s "Mr. Casino," Bill Previtti, presents a weekly radio program dedicated to the casino scene crowd. It’s called Jackpot with Bill Previtti. Tune in every Saturday to Bill Previtti’s Jackpot show on KDSK AM 1240 from 10am to noon and find out what’s happening at the casinos around New Mexico. Have fun listening to gaming expert Bill Previtti as he updates you on the latest in gaming events and answers your questions. You can win great prizes in the show’s many trivia contests.
New Mexico Legislature Approves New Gambling Compact
The New Mexico legislature approved a new 22-year gambling compact on Thursday, March 19, which allows up to four more casinos in the future, increased revenue sharing, longer operating hours and other benefits for gamblers. The compact is with five New Mexico tribes, including the Navajo Nation, Jicarilla Apache Nation, Mescalero Apache Nation, Acoma Pueblo, and Jemez Pueblo. The first four tribes cur-
rently have casinos in New Mexico, and the compact eventually allows the Jemez Pueblo to open a casino. Terms of the compact include the ability for the Navajo Nation to build another casino as early as 2021. More tribes could also sign onto the agreement. The Albuquerque Journal also reported that the state would benefit from the pact via a revenue-sharing provision that is expected to generate an additional $10 million in the coming year.
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April 2015 Casino Entertainer
THERE’S ALWAYS MORE WAYS TO WIN AT THE OHKAY SATURDAYS DRIVE INTO SUMMER BUICK VERANO GIVEAWAY On April 11, 18, and 25, Ohkay Casino will run its Drive Into Summer promotion, during which you can qualify to win a brand new 2015 Buick Verano! All players receive one free entry through the length of the promotion, and one entry for every 20 same-day points earned. On Thursdays, players can earn 10X entries through the length of this promotion. Entry accumulation will start on March 27 and run through April 25. Qualify, and you instantly win $50 in cash. There will be a total of 21 grand prize winners. On April 25, all qualifiers pick their grand prize from the prize board. You could win $200, $500, $1,000, or the 2015 Buick Verano! SUNDAYS COMMUNITY CASH IN On Sundays at Ohkay Casino, be one of 20 lucky winners of $50 in cash. When a winner is drawn, all players from the same zip code win $5 in bonus cash, too. MONDAYS & THURSDAYS LUCKY 6 LOTTO Choose five lucky numbers for a chance to win up to $10,000 in cash! Make a pick by earning 50 same-day points. You can make up to 10 picks a day, every day. Winners with three or more matches will receive cash prizes. Five Lotto numbers in any order will win you $5,000 in cash. If you match five Lotto picks sequentially with the numbers drawn, you will win $10,000 in cash! TUESDAYS WIN-KO—THE HOTTEST BOARD GAME IN TOWN Every Tuesday in April, 40 players will be selected between noon and 10pm. Players will receive one free entry per day, and one entry for every one sameday point earned. Winners will have an opportunity to drop a puck down the WINKO board. The puck will fall into a prize slot and you win that cash amount WEDNESDAYS U-GUESS IT Play every Wednesday between 7am and 8:30pm. A large transparent container will be filled with coins. For every 50 same-day points earned, you can guess how many coins are in the container. Earn up to 10 guesses a day. At 9pm, the coins will be run through a coin counter and the amount will be announced. If you can guess the exact amount, you win $1,000 in cash. If there is not an exact amount winner, the player whose guess is closest to the correct amount will receive $500 in cash. WEDNESDAYS FABULOUS 50s Wednesdays are fabulous for Winners Club members 50 years or better. All Club members 50 or better receive $5 in bonus cash with just one point earned in
the previous seven days. When you earn 50 same-day points, you get another $10. Swipe your Winners Club card at any Swipe and Win Kiosk to participate from 8am to 8pm. FRIDAY NIGHT HI-LO Every Friday night in April, Ohkay Casino runs its Friday Night Hi-Lo promotion. Twenty drawings will randomly select two winners at a time. There will be five giant cards on a board with the back facing the winner. Each card will be turned over one at a time. The player will guess whether the next card will be higher or lower than the previous. Win a $50 cash prize per card guessed correctly—up to $250. Receive one free entry per week through the length of the promotion, and one entry for every 10 same-day points earned. FREE BINGO BLITZ Bingo Blitz now playing Monday through Thursday in April. You can pick up your free bingo card from 11am to 7pm every day. APPETIZING FOOD DEALS You can always look to the Harvest Buffet for incredible deals. All your favorite dinner buffets Monday through Thursday are just $8.99. Especially tempting is the Smoked BBQ buffet on Mondays. Also enjoy Tuesday Italian night, mouthwatering gourmet burgers on Wednesday, and a spectacular Thursday night Asian Buffet. Fridays are all-you-can-eat crab for only $18.99. On Saturdays, enjoy the new Steak and Shrimp deal for only $10.99; and on Sundays, the Seafood Buffet features all-you-can-eat crab for only $18.99. For breakfast enjoy the $4.99 buffet, available Monday through Friday from 7am to 11am. SILVER EAGLE LOUNGE Party nightly at the Silver Eagle Lounge, where Ohkay showcases great entertainment all month. Tuesdays enjoy DJ’s night. Wednesdays are dedicated to the ladies. And, of course, enjoy live bands every Friday and Saturday night from 9pm to 1am. Starting off the month, you can enjoy the sounds of Tejas Band on April 3 and 4. April 10 and 11 is the always-enjoyable David Maestas. Perfect StrangR will entertain you on April 17 and 18. Finish off the month on April 24 and 25 by dancing to Duranimals. And remember, the cover at the Silver Eagle Lounge is always FREE! When you’re looking for a great place to play & stay—Ohkay Hotel Casino is ALWAYS your best bet!
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Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino
ENTERTAINMENT JOE NICHOLS
April 24 Doors open at 7pm • Show starts at 8pm Tickets start at $54, and are available on tickets.com or at the casino Box Office.
SHADEH NIGHTCLUB Open Friday & Saturday Nights (unless noted) CONCERT SERIES Thursday, April 2: Leon Russell Saturday, April 4: The Spencer Davis Group Wednesday, April 15: Aaron Tippin Don’t miss UFC Viewing Party April 25! Doors open at 6pm
TURQUOISE TRAIL 9:30pm–midnight April 3 and 4: Numethods April 10 and 11: Groove In The Heart April 17 and 18: JDS Band April 24 and 25: Cissy and Sapphire
TOURNAMENTS
Every Wednesday, enter the weekly Blackjack tournament. Tournaments start at 8pm and offer $3,500 in prizes. Earn 50 points during the week to qualify; buy-in is $50.
PROGRESSIVE ULTIMATE TEXAS HOLD ’EM
The jackpot is growing in the only progressive jackpot on Texas Hold ’em in New Mexico. Come play this exciting version of the world’s most popular poker game every day at 10am for your chance to score big. If Poker is your game, you have many weekly tournaments to choose from: Special Easter Hold ’em Tournament, April 6 at 2pm, with $30 buy-in Sundays: 5:00pm, $25 buy-in Mondays: 6:30pm, $25 buy-in Tuesdays: 6:30pm, $40 buy-in Fridays and Saturdays: 6:30pm, $75 buy-in April 12: Omaha 8 Or Better Tournament at 2pm April 25: Texas Hold ’em Deep Stack Tournament 1pm, $150 buy-in.
April 1 and 15: No Limit Texas Hold ’em Bounty Tournament Contact the Poker Room for details and daily and monthly promotions, or visit us on Facebook and Twitter.
DINING SPECIALS PAINTED PARROT Winter Hours: 4pm–8pm, Wed, Thurs, Sun 4pm–9pm, Friday and Saturday
Sundays: Early Bird Special $7.77 with your Players Club card: $15.99 regular, 4pm–6pm Thursdays: All American Favorites, $15.99. Two-forone with your Players Club card (cash or credit purchase only).
HOSPITALITY SPECIALS
Homewood Suites Room rates start at just $109 and include breakfast, welcome home reception dinner with wine and beer (Monday through Friday), and free Wi-Fi! Plus you’ll get all the Buffalo Thunder Resort amenities. Receive $20 in free play your first night stay.
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Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino AND Cities of Gold JACKPOT SPIN-OFF
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CHEVY CAMARO GIVEAWAY
The muscle of the Chevy line could be yours this April! Start earning your entries April 1, and don’t miss the giveaway drawings on Friday, April 10, 17, and 24, beginning at 6pm. Drawings are simulcast to Cities of Gold. Please note: due to a special event, the April 24 drawings will occur at 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 10pm, and 11pm.
Saturdays, April 11, 18, and 25, from noon to 10pm, play one free tournament session for your chance to win anywhere from $50 up to $5,000. Earn additional rounds with every 50 points you earn on your Players Club card. See Players Club for complete rules and details.
NEW MEMBER
Guests who sign up for a Lightning Rewards card will win back half their losses in free play (up to $100) to use on their next visit. Reward based on slot play only. Restrictions apply. See Player’s Club for complete rules and details.
Every Thursday from 1pm to 9pm, earn 50 points and take your spins at the jackpot spinoff slot machine, with a prize of more than $500,000!
50+ CLUB
Every Monday and Wednesday, guests 50 and better receive $5 free play and are entered in hourly drawings from 10am to 8pm for $100 free play.
MILITARY DAY
All year long, Buffalo Thunder and Cities of Gold honors our service veterans. The first Tuesday of every month, show your military ID and receive $10 in free play.
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Cities of Gold CASINO RELAX AT GOLDEN CANTINA JACKPOT SPIN OFF Grab a drink at the Golden Casino, located just off the casino floor. Happy hour is every day from 4pm to 7pm, and features $1 beer specials. Open Fridays from 3pm to 1am, and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 1am. Don’t miss Latin Nights with DJ Quico every Sunday from 9pm to 1am. Sat. April 4: Slo Burnin Sat. April 11: Perfect StrangR Sat. April 18: Hartless Sat. April 25: Encanto
Back at Cities of Gold by popular demand: Every Thursday from 1pm to 9pm, earn 50 points to spin the prize wheel. Earn free spins for your chance to win a jackpot of more than $500,000! Play your spins, and keep the cash. One per person per promotion day.
DINING SPECIALS
Golden Buffet at Cities of Gold Every Monday and Wednesday, show your Players Club card for a $3.99 buffet, all day long. Bingo Snack Bar at Cities of Gold Check out this month’s value menu, where you can get five items for $2 each: cheeseburger, taco plate, Frito Pie, chicken quesadilla, and chef’s salad.
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April 2015 Casino Entertainer
GRAND SLAM CASH GIVEAWAY
MILITARY MONDAYS
Time Frame: Entry Day(s): Cash Drawing Day(s): Drawing Times: Giveaway:
Promotion Date: Monday, April 6 Promotional Days: First Monday of the month Event Time: 8am–11pm Giveaway: $10 in free play or $5 in blackjack match play Must be 21 years of age to participate | Must present proof of military service, active or retired
March 1–April 11 Every day March 7, 14, 21, 28, and April 4 and 11 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, and 8pm Up to $5,000 in cash
BASEBALL BUCKS SCRATCH- OFF WIN UP TO $1,500
49+ ROCKS AT CAMEL ROCK CASINO!
Entry Day(s): Fridays Every Drawing Day(s): March 6–April 10 Times: 8am–midnight Giveaway: Cash and free play Qualified points are as follows: First scratcher=50, Second=150, Third=300
For Club members that are 49 and over, Camel Rock has a whole new club for you, now better than ever. Every Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll receive $5 in free play once you earn 25 slot points on your membership card. On Tuesdays, join in the fun with two slot tournaments and earn up to eight entries. Can win once per tournament. On Thursdays, hot seat drawings are held every half hour.
LIVE IT UP! WIN OUTDOOR LIVING SETS AND UP TO $5,000
Promotion Date: Ongoing program Promotional Days: Tuesday and Thursdays Event Time: Tuesday: first slot tournament, noon–2pm second slot tournament, 5pm–7pm Thursday: Hot seats between 9am–9pm Giveaway: Win your share of $1,000 in cash, $500 at each slot tournament! Must be 49 years of age to participate | Camel Rock Casino reserves all rights
Time Frame: April 11–May 23 Drawing Day (s): Saturday, April 18 and 25, and May 2, 9, 16, and 23 Drawing Times: 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm Giveaway: Up to $5,000 in cash prizes and outdoor living sets, including couches, chairs, umbrellas, hot tub, etc. Courtesy of Sam’s Club
MULTIPLE POINT MONDAYS Promotion Date: Promotional Days: Event Time: Giveaway:
Ongoing program Monday 7am–midnight 3X points
$5K TAX DAY GIVEAWAY Win from $100 to $500 in cash Time Frame: Wednesday, April 15 Day: Wednesday Event Time: 10am–10pm Giveaway: Drawings to be held every half hour 25 cash drawings total
MORE MONEY HONEY SCRATCHER GIVEAWAY - WIN UP TO $1,500 Entry Day(s): Fridays Every Drawing Day(s): April 17–May 15 Times: 8am–midnight Giveaway: Cash and free play Qualified points are as follows: First scratcher=50 Second=100 Third=300
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for every 10 points earned at the slots. The selected winner receives the following cash each half hour, for a total of $1,300 given away each Friday: 7:30pm – $100 8pm – $125 8:30pm – $150 9pm – $175 9:30pm – $200 10pm – $250 10:30pm – $300 If the prize is not claimed, the unclaimed cash prize will be added to the following drawing. Saturday Tax Time Cash Giveaway: Saturdays, April 4 and 11 Earn entries into the following drawings for every 10 points earned at slots or 15 minutes of continuous table games play: • 1pm—two winners for $140 each • 3pm—two winners for $140 each • 5pm—two winners for $140 each • 7pm—two winners for $140 each • 9pm—two winners for $140 each • 10pm—one winner for $1,040 Cruising Down the Road: Saturdays, April 18 and 25, and May 2, 9, 16 • Sunday, May 17 Earn entries on the above dates towards the Grand Prizes (listed below) for every 20 points earned at slots or 30 minutes of continuous table games play. Hot seat drawings 6pm to 9pm (three times per hour) for $50 each drawing on Saturdays. Hot seat drawings 3pm to 6pm for $50 on Sunday, May 17. Grand prize drawings on Saturday, May 16 are as follows: • 9pm—$500 • 9:15pm—$700 • 9:30pm—Honda Shadow motorcycle Grand prize drawings on Sunday, May 17 are as follows: • 7pm—$500 • 7:15pm—$700 • 7:30pm—Honda Shadow motorcycle Sunday Spin & Win Hot Seats From 1pm to 5pm, every Sunday in April, two winners per hour—eight winners total— will win $50 in cash. Winning players will also spin a “wheel” that could double their earnings.
Easter Cash
On Sunday, April 5, hot seat drawings from noon to 5pm. Two drawings per hour, $100 to each winner.
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Food Specials
All-You-Can-Eat Pasta or Fried Chicken 4pm to 11pm All Bison Rewards members can enjoy either pasta with red or white sauce, OR a fried chicken dinner. No take-out orders or “to go” boxes allowed. Saturday Prime Rib 4pm to 11pm All Bison Rewards members can enjoy Queen Cut Prime Rib (approximately 9 ounces) with potato and vegetables for only $11.99, OR King Cut Prime Rib (approximately 14 ounces) with potato and vegetables for only $13.99.
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EARN ENTRIES Saturdays
Grand Prize Drawings
Sunday
9P $500 9:15P $700 9:30P Honda Shadow Motorcycle
April 18 & 25, May 2, 9, 16 May 17
oN MAy 16
Grand Prize Drawings
TickeT enTry drawings
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- 20 Points/entry slots - 30 Minutes of continuous play/entry Table games - Hot seat drawings 6P to 9P (3X per hour) for $50 each drawing on saturdays.
7P $500 7:15P $700 7:30P Honda Shadow Motorcycle
- Hot seat drawings 3P to 6P for $50 on sunday May 17 April 4 & 11
Grand Prize
2 Honda Shadow Motorcycles *Motorcycles may not be this color.
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