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Hints, Tips, And Advice On Your Favorite Casino Games! A Monthly Publication Created By Slot Machine Game Designers. The Arizona Gaming Guide is a free monthly magazine for people who enjoy visiting casinos and playing casino games. The magazine discusses Slot Machines, Video Slots, Reel Slots, Electronic Table Games like: Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps. Packed with in-depth features, advice, hints, tips, secrets, and so much more! BLUE WATER HOSTS DA VINCI EXHIBITION CURVED TOUCHSCREENS ON BALLY’S SLOTS Remember the curved reels of old? Now Bally introduces the first curved touchscreen on a slot. TRIBAL GAMING IS GREAT FOR TRIBES & ARIZONA Casino gaming and beyond. An inside look at everything that the tribes in Arizona are involved in. SAY “WOW” TO SEWALIO GOLF COURSE Staff writer Lee Allen covers the grand opening of Sol Casinos’ golf course with pro Notah Begay III.

TRANSCRIPT

Page 1: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

04 EDITORrsquoS NOTE

06 PLAYERS TALK

08 GREAT GAMES

18 WINNING WAYS

21 GAMING NEWS

24 ARIZONA LOTTERY

26 FEATURE STORY

28 CASINO DINING

30 TRIBAL NEWS

32 CASINO GOLF

34 LAUGHLIN NEVADA

38 CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

40 CASINO NIGHTLIFE

42 HOT DEALS

44 CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

46 FUN amp GAMES

48 SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

50 CASINO DIRECTORY

DEPARTMENTS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 03

CURVED TOUCHSCREENS

ON BALLYrsquoS SLOTS

Remember the curved reels of old

Now Bally introduces the first

curved touchscreen on a slot

SAY ldquoWOWrdquo TO SEWALIO

GOLF COURSE

Staff writer Lee Allen covers the

grand opening of Sol Casinosrsquo golf

course with pro Notah Begay III

TRIBAL GAMING IS GREAT

FOR TRIBES amp ARIZONA

Casino gaming and beyond An in-

side look at everything that the

tribes in Arizona are involved in

BLUE WATER HOSTS

DA VINCI EXHIBITION

Leonardo da Vinci at BlueWater

Yes A Leonardo da Vinci exhibition debuts at BlueWater Resort amp Casino this

month in Parker Arizona I highly recommend our readers check out this once-in-

a-lifetime opportunity to see his work on display The exhibit will be open daily

through April 22 This makes me want to play IGTrsquos Da Vinci Diamonds again

This issue has the scoop on exciting new slots by WMS Bally IGT Aruze and

Rocket Gaming coming to casinos near you Plus gaming industry veteran Al

Moe gives us the inside scoop on Blackjack strategy Staff writer Lee Allen pro-

vides an article on Sol Casinosrsquo new golf course Sewalio Entertainment writer

Ramses Ja interviews popular Talking Stick Resort entertainer DJ Hospe And if

you want to make your own fry bread yoursquoll want to check out the Dining section

for mouthwatering pictures and a great recipe As always we also give you the

latest scoop on gaming news hot deals entertainment bingo and so much more

Please visit us at facebook comArizonaGamingGuide become part of our com-

munity and share your thoughts and experiences with others who also love the

same casino games you do You can sign up for our e-newsletter and find current

and back issues of AZ Gaming Guide on our website at azgamingguidecom Let

me know what you think of our January issue and have fun

Cheers

Alexandra Lang

Editor-in-Chief

editorazgamingguidecom

Alexandra

VOLUME 06 bull ISSUE 01

PUBLISHER

Chris Houmlft

chrisazgamingguidecom

MANAGING DIRECTOR

Elizabeth Torma

lizazgamingguidecom

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Alexandra Lang

editorazgamingguidecom

ART DIRECTOR

Melanie Mueller

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Al Moe

Ramses Ja

Cindy Esquer

Lee Allen

Katie Snyder

Alex Stewart

Samantha Becker

Lana Hartmann

ADVERTISING SALES

Nina Consiglio

ninaazgamingguidecom

Elizabeth Torma

lizazgamingguidecom

MAILING INFORMATION

Arizona Gaming Guide

PO Box 20636

Mesa Arizona 85277

INTERNET INFORMATION

wwwazgamingguidecom

wwwfacebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

Copyright copy 2014 The Arizona Gaming Guide

All rights reserved

The Arizona Gaming Guide (AGG) presents casino industry and

gaming related facts as well as personal opinions and expects the

reader to make his or her own decisions All responses to reader

posts e-mails and letters are to be considered as advice only AGG

accepts no responsibility and no liability for any actions of our

readers based on the articles and advertisements presented within

this publication All pictures images logos trademarks and trade

names etc are the sole property of their respective owners

You must be 21 or older to gamble Please play responsibly

Help is available at 1800NEXTSTEP or problemgamblingazgov

EDITORrsquoS NOTE

Your Authority On Everything Gaming

Arizonarsquos State Gaming Regulatory Agency

Arizona Department of Gaming

1110 W Washington Street Suite 450 Phoenix 85007

16027714263 or azgaminggov

Tribal Gaming Funded Problem Gambling Resource

Office of Problem Gambling

1800NEXTSTEP or 18006398783

1110 W Washington Street Suite 450 Phoenix 85007

16025428998 or problemgamblingazgov

04 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

ldquoLikerdquo us on Facebook because

we ldquoLikerdquo you too

wwwfacebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

PLAYERS TALK QampA On Everything Gaming

06 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Q Love your magazine I have a question for Players

Talk Question is I play a lot of Pai Gow and enjoy the

slow pace of the game and my question concerns the

dealing machines I have been told that the machines

are fair and random when dealing the cards out but I

have trouble understanding how the machine knows

what the two card top (lower hand) should be The deal-

er is able to touch the table screen and the machine tells

the dealer what the best (house way) the two cards

should be for each seat on the table I was told that the

machine looks at the cards as they come out of the

shuffler after they have already been dealt If that is so

how can the machine know if the deck is short a card

and if it is exactly what card is missing If the shuffler

knows this information canrsquot it also know the supposed

random number that comes up indicating where the

dealer starts the first hand and control exactly which

hand will end up where

I have heard different dealers try to explain this but

each answer is different I believe the Arizona Gaming

Commission would not allow casinos to have a dealing

machine that would favor the house but Irsquom not really

sure on that also Can you clarify and explain exactly

how the shuffler works Thank you for your time and

assistance

Daniel Tom JrmdashSurprise AZ

A Daniel you have a lot of valid questions about Pai Gow and

it sounds like you have already gone to some lengths to have

them answered by dealers at your favorite casinos

Herersquos what we know to be true about Pai Gow and the use of

automatic shufflers and the screen used to assist game play Pai

Gow is a table game created by a company called Shufflemaster

(now owned by the slot machine manufacturer Bally Technolo-

gies) Shufflemaster makes a device called the i-Deal single-deck

specialty shuffler This i-Deal device is independently tested by

a third party lab for security accuracy and randomness Fur-

thermore here in Arizona automatic shufflers have to be re-

tested on a regular basis according to the Tribal-State compacts

overseen and enforced by the Arizona Department of Gaming

Arizonarsquos casino gaming regulatory agency The i-Deal will

alert a dealer during a new shuffle if a card is missing or if

there are extra cards and can be used to reconstruct hands for

jackpot verification and other issues These features independ-

ent testing recurring testing and regulations combine to pro-

tect players dealers and the casino from cheating and other

errors during game play Once a dealer begins dealing a hand

the i-Deal no longer checks the deck until the next shuffle be-

gins

Shufflemaster also makes a device called i-Verify which players

will see embedded into the table generally between the chip

tray and the betting positions This device can be used together

with the i-Deal shuffler in order to inform the dealer how to set

their hand according to the prescribed house procedure Every

casino has a defined house procedure for Pai Gow allowing the

game to have a long run house edge As Pai Gow has a compli-

cated strategy the house procedure can be difficult for dealers

and pit supervisors to remember at a momentrsquos notice In addi-

tion the i-Verify device can perform the same task for players

That is the i-Verify tells players how to best set their hand The

i-Verify device also uses its own random number generator to

determine which player starts the next round of Pai Gow

Both the i-Deal and i-Verify devices are unable to influence the

outcome of game play Gaming regulations prohibit the i-Deal

shuffler from arranging the deck in such a way as to benefit the

casino and not the players The Arizona Department of Gaming

regulates casino gaming in the state and is very diligent about

ensuring that all casino games are fair for both the players and

the casinos Furthermore it is in the best interest of the casino

that all of their games are fair If the Arizona Department of

Gaming were to find out that a game is not random or a device

isnrsquot functioning correctly the casino is subject to regulatory

infractions which they (obviously) want to avoid incurring It

is also in the best interest of players for the games at Arizonarsquos

casinos to be fair as we donrsquot want to be accused of cheating

Hopefully this provides additional insight into the answers you

have been seeking Good luck playing Pai Gow

Q Re June Players Talk Answer ldquoEven though itrsquos

highly unlikely progressive values can keep growing and

growing in value forever and never be hitrdquo How can that

be It sounds like players are being ripped off Why

should a person gamble if it is never attainable If that

is the case is there a way to differentiate between them

and get a $25 gas card if we decide to print your question Do you have a question for our staff of casino gaming industry professionals and slot experts Write us with your questions

and comments in any area of gaming and we will make every attempt to publish a response in upcoming issues Space is

limited so we are unable to print every letter or e-mail we receive Please include your name and mailing address with all

correspondence Mail to Arizona Gaming Guide PO BOX 20636 Mesa AZ 85277 or E-mail to editorazgamingguidecom

QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK

The One Number Every

Slot Player Should Know

I really enjoy reading your Gaming Guide and I

hold on to all of them I love the tips Since I missed

issues I went to your website and read through all

the back copies I loved your advice in ldquoThe One

Number Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo article I

passed it along to all my slot player friends as well

Now because of your article wersquore always counting

spins between bonuses and trying to come up with

averages together Itrsquos really helped me determine

how much money I should risk in each slot If the

bonus doesnrsquot happen by my average number then I

move on This system has helped me not lose as

much and I feel like I can determine when a ma-

chine is ldquocoldrdquo a lot quicker rather than sitting there

and feeding it more and more money So I just

wanted to say thank you for a great magazine We

just love all the helpful hints and tips you provide

Keep up the good work

Katie Grunfeld amp FriendsmdashChandler Arizona

Katie amp Friends thank you for the kind remarks

about our magazine We truly appreciate your sup-

port of our publication My team and I really enjoy

what we do and wersquore excited to share all the casino

industry knowledge and experience wersquove acquired

with all our fans

Fortunately us slot enthusiasts donrsquot have to rely on

blind luck when playing our favorite games Even

though slot machines are based on random behavior

therersquos still a math model behind each game Refer-

ring to the article you mention ldquoThe One Number

Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo [April 2011] is the

average number of spins (called the pulls-to-hit) it

takes to trigger a bonus eventmdasheven if itrsquos just a

ballpark figure Knowing this number can help you

determine an appropriate bankroll which will allow

you to experience the gamersquos bonus at least once Itrsquos

also a great way to judge a gamersquos performance dur-

ing a particular play session

To learn how to calculate the average number of spins it

takes to get into your favorite slotrsquos bonus take a look at

page 20 of our April 2011 issue on our website This issue

and all other back issues can be found under ldquoback issuesrdquo

on our website at azgamingguidecom

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07

Have you or anyone there seen this happen

Kathleen R WilliamsmdashPrescott AZ

A Kathleen what you are referring to is one of the four points

we indicated as part of a response to a reader regarding pro-

gressive slot games in our June 2013 issue Here are those four

fun facts again

Interesting Facts About Progressives

The Top Award on a progressive must occur on average once

in every 50000000 plays according to the Arizona Tribal-

State Gaming Compact

Very large progressives like the MegaJackpots by IGT are

paid by the slot manufacturers and not the casinos

Even though itrsquos highly unlikely progressive values can keep

growing and growing in value forever and never be hit

Most progressives are set up so that players betting the maxi-

mum have an added advantage of winning the prizes Always

make sure to read the help screens to be clear about the rules

In order to further clarify the issue letrsquos pretend we have a slot

with a progressive jackpot of $1 million whose odds are 1 in 10

million according to the mathematician who designed the game

We can simplify this example as much as possible by indicating

we are only interested in two outcomes hitting the progressive

or not hitting the progressive Now letrsquos act like the random

number generator within this slot machine We are blindfolded

and reach into a bag containing one red ball (representing the

progressive) that feels exactly like the other 9999999 white

balls (not a progressive) also in the bag How many times do

you think we will have to reach into the bag in order to come

out with the red ball (and win the progressive) Once ten

times a million times ten million times a hundred million

times one billion times How long will it take One day or ten

years Honestly itrsquos anyonersquos guess Yet mathematically sta-

tistically over the long run the progressive will hit about once

in every ten million draws because of the design of the slot

So yes we have seen progressives not hit for a really really

really long time and then finally hit We have also seen a pro-

gressive not hit for a really long time and then the casino decid-

ed to remove the game Now as required by gaming regula-

tions the casino has a couple of options of how to keep the mon-

ey lsquoon the floorrsquo so it can be won by players at a future time

One option is to redistribute the money to other existing pro-

gressive machines on the floor However since casinos tend to

replace one progressive game with another they usually end up

adding the money into the meters of the new game Therefore

you can rest assured knowing that even if a progressive is not

hit before it leaves the floor the accumulated values in the pro-

gressive will remain on the floor Rest assured players are

NOT being cheated in any of these scenarios $

GREAT GAMES Table GamesmdashBlackjack

08 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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 author of ldquoVegas and the Mobmdashavailable at Amazon

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls

lackjack is one of the most popular casino games ever in-

vented because it is fun and easy to play And you can

actually improve your game by just remembering a few simple

strategy rules If yoursquore like most players then you already

know the basics of blackjack like letting the dealer take the next

card when you hold a hard 12 through 16 and the dealer has a 2

through 6 showing but what about those split and double

down hands Knowing when to double your bet will allow you

to win twice as much

When to Double Down

Not all blackjack tables are created equal but the games in Ari-

zona are some of the best in the world You have the option to

double down on any first two cards and while this play is best

with a 9 10 or 11 you may also want to double down on a soft

hand (an ace and 2 through 9)

When you double down you are allowed to bet up to the size of

your original wager in exchange for taking just a single card Itrsquos

a good deal most of the time Follow these rules and yoursquoll do

great

When you hold a two-card nine double down against a dealer

upcard of 3 through 6 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card ten double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 9 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card 11 double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 10 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 2 or Ace 3 double down against a dealer

upcard of 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 4 or Ace 5 double down against a dealer

upcard of 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 6 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 7 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 Stand against 2 7 or 8 Hit against a 9 ten or ace

Donrsquot double down on Ace 8 or 9

When to Split Pairs

You can also split any pair by doubling your wager do so with

these hands

Split 2rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 3rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 6rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 6 otherwise hit

Split 7rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 8rsquos against any dealer upcard because a 16 is a terrible

hand

Split 9rsquos against any dealer upcard except 7 10 and Ace

Donrsquot ever split your 10rsquos

Always split your Aces Arizona casinos allow resplitting of

Aces ndash so do it

Good luck at the Blackjack tables $

B

By Al Moe

12 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GREAT GAMES New Slots

New Slots At Paradise Casino

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT PARADISE

CASINO

Crystal by Aruze Gaming

The Gold by Aruze Gaming

Catch the Money by Aruze Gaming

The Great Inca by Aruze Gaming

Michael Jackson King of Pop by Bally

Texas Dice by Bally

Dragon Lines by Bally

Triple Trouble by Bally

Dantersquos Diamonds by Bally

One Red Cent by Multimedia Games

Wild Pixies by Multimedia Games

Starry Night by Multimedia Games

Carnival of Rio by Multimedia Games

aradise Casino in Yuma Arizona just recently

installed a wide assortment of exciting new

games King of Dragons by Aruze Gaming a new

Innovator stepper series game is the latest edition to

their slot floor This mythical dragon-themed game is

a 5-reel 30-line stepper with powerful reels 15 differ-

ent reel actions and LEDs that light up in 7 different

colors

King of Dragons has an exciting Bonus and Free Games

feature that is played on the top screen The feature is

triggered when 5 or more Orb symbols appear on the

reels The more Orbs that appear when the Bonus is

triggered the more credit awards are randomly se-

lected during the Orb Prize Selection

King of Dragons integrates classical stepper elements with

new and exciting presentation modes that make for a

wonderfully engaging game While dragons may be

imaginary the thrill and excitement of King of Drag-

ons is certainly real $

P

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13

New Slots GREAT GAMES

New Slots At Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT HARRAHrsquoS

AK-CHIN

Hot Shot Dual Wheel by Bally

Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startinrsquo

Something by Bally

Crazy Money by Incredible Technologies

Leonidas by Incredible Technologies

Black Rose by Incredible Technologies

Ferris Bueller by WMS

Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

the Future Back in Time by IGT is a 40-line

game ready for play at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin casino

Players will be excited to see all the recognizable

movie clips from the entire trilogy as they spin the

reels for wilds multipliers scatter pays and more

Thematic bonus rounds keep players engaged as they

race against the clock in the interactive Time Flies

Free Games Bonus which puts destiny in the playerrsquos

hands as they wind up the infamous clock tower to

be awarded with thrilling multipliers During the

Wild West Bonus players select symbols on the

screen to collect fire logs that award credits and mul-

tipliers The Time Circuit Scramble lets players

choose four numbers to potentially match a series of

numbers chosen by the game leading to increased

multipliers Three classic movies and one perfect

game prove that nostalgia and fun never go out of

style $

D

New Slots At Desert Diamond Casino

ootloose has made it onto the floor at Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson So

get your dancing shoes on and cut loose This 5-reel 30-payline 50-credit

cost-to-cover game offers four multi-level progressives a base game that pays

from left-to-right and right-to-left and is packed with iconic imagery hit music

and main characters from the nostalgic film The slot features stacked symbols

and the Letrsquos Dance Respin Feature When two or more stacks of the same sym-

bol land they lock award the player and the other reels re-spin to award more

credits

Three Cut Loose bonus symbols trigger the bonus During the bonus players

select pairs of shoes to reveal a number of steps up the bonus ladder There are

four progressives and four additional bonus events available including Progres-

sive Wheel Bonuses Wheel pointers are awarded based on the line bet multiplier

encouraging higher wagers for a chance at winning one of four progressive jack-

pots Play the Hits Bonus Players choose from cassette tapes revealing credit

awards and possible extra picks Tractor Challenge Bonus Players select icons to

reveal credit awards and forward movement as they play chicken with an oppos-

ing tractor The Silver Spur Bar Bonus Players spin the bottle to earn credits and

multipliers Prom Party Free Spins Bonus Ten free games all stacked symbols

turn wild and any two or more full stacks trigger the re-spin feature for big win

opportunities Head over to Desert Diamond now to get in on all the fun $

DID YOU KNOW The iconic title song Footloose hit No1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Popularity and fan following led to the

successful remake of the film in 2011 The filmrsquos soundtrack hit No 1 on the US Billboard Top Sound-

tracks Footloose is now playing on Broadway

F

14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

Stack Free Games to an entirely new

level in the latest 5-reel 50-line video game

Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

by Aruze Gaming is the first of its kind as it

offers up to 200 Free Games Between the

random number selection and the 50 pandas

jumping into the reels players will find their

excitement and enthusiasm at an all time

high

The Ultra Stack Free Games can be triggered

by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

more consecutive reels beginning with the

left most reel Each FEATURE symbol that

was involved in triggering the Free Games

will have a number between 1 and 10 appear

within it this is known as the random num-

ber selection The sum of the numbers that

appear within the FEATURE symbols will be

added up and awarded as the total number

of Ultra Stack Free Games to be played Play-

ers can win a STACK and truly make it a

FEATURE to remembermdashan ULTRA STACK

FEATURE

T

GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon

Ultra Stack Feature

By Aruze Gaming

elect from a whole new variety of

careers in this new take on The

Game of Life board game that offers a

distinct approach to awarding base game

wins The Bank of LIFE Pay table is a

unique play mechanic in which any spin

can increase awards that pay out on spe-

cific spin outcomes ndash a way to possibly

win additional awards on each spin

Therersquos also the Pay Day Feature that

may award one of five different enhance-

ments including full WILD Reels Multi-

pliers symbol upgrades and more But

thatrsquos not all Landing on the ldquoCareer

Dayrdquo space on The Game of Life board

triggers the Career Day Bonus where

players pick to match cards for Credits

and multipliers

Itrsquos time to spin the reels in The Game of

Life and win big because itrsquos Pay Day Visit

youtube at wwwyoutubecomwmsslots

or their website at wmscom for more

information on this and other unique

gaming experiences by WMS

S

The Game of LifemdashPay Day

By WMS Gaming

ake way for the new king of the jun-

glemdashRocket Gaming Systems new 5-

reel 40-line video slot game called Pride of

the Jungle

Everyone will be talking about the exciting

bonus features that Pride of the Jungle has to

offer This title is equipped with the Stacked

Wilds feature where stacks of Wilds are load-

ed on all reels for gigantic wins that occur

more frequently

The Pride of the Jungle symbol is Wild Play-

ers that obtain twenty Pride of the Jungle

symbols with max bet win the top award

Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

M

Pride of the Jungle

By Rocket Gaming

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

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7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

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W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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Page 2: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

Leonardo da Vinci at BlueWater

Yes A Leonardo da Vinci exhibition debuts at BlueWater Resort amp Casino this

month in Parker Arizona I highly recommend our readers check out this once-in-

a-lifetime opportunity to see his work on display The exhibit will be open daily

through April 22 This makes me want to play IGTrsquos Da Vinci Diamonds again

This issue has the scoop on exciting new slots by WMS Bally IGT Aruze and

Rocket Gaming coming to casinos near you Plus gaming industry veteran Al

Moe gives us the inside scoop on Blackjack strategy Staff writer Lee Allen pro-

vides an article on Sol Casinosrsquo new golf course Sewalio Entertainment writer

Ramses Ja interviews popular Talking Stick Resort entertainer DJ Hospe And if

you want to make your own fry bread yoursquoll want to check out the Dining section

for mouthwatering pictures and a great recipe As always we also give you the

latest scoop on gaming news hot deals entertainment bingo and so much more

Please visit us at facebook comArizonaGamingGuide become part of our com-

munity and share your thoughts and experiences with others who also love the

same casino games you do You can sign up for our e-newsletter and find current

and back issues of AZ Gaming Guide on our website at azgamingguidecom Let

me know what you think of our January issue and have fun

Cheers

Alexandra Lang

Editor-in-Chief

editorazgamingguidecom

Alexandra

VOLUME 06 bull ISSUE 01

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Chris Houmlft

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PLAYERS TALK QampA On Everything Gaming

06 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Q Love your magazine I have a question for Players

Talk Question is I play a lot of Pai Gow and enjoy the

slow pace of the game and my question concerns the

dealing machines I have been told that the machines

are fair and random when dealing the cards out but I

have trouble understanding how the machine knows

what the two card top (lower hand) should be The deal-

er is able to touch the table screen and the machine tells

the dealer what the best (house way) the two cards

should be for each seat on the table I was told that the

machine looks at the cards as they come out of the

shuffler after they have already been dealt If that is so

how can the machine know if the deck is short a card

and if it is exactly what card is missing If the shuffler

knows this information canrsquot it also know the supposed

random number that comes up indicating where the

dealer starts the first hand and control exactly which

hand will end up where

I have heard different dealers try to explain this but

each answer is different I believe the Arizona Gaming

Commission would not allow casinos to have a dealing

machine that would favor the house but Irsquom not really

sure on that also Can you clarify and explain exactly

how the shuffler works Thank you for your time and

assistance

Daniel Tom JrmdashSurprise AZ

A Daniel you have a lot of valid questions about Pai Gow and

it sounds like you have already gone to some lengths to have

them answered by dealers at your favorite casinos

Herersquos what we know to be true about Pai Gow and the use of

automatic shufflers and the screen used to assist game play Pai

Gow is a table game created by a company called Shufflemaster

(now owned by the slot machine manufacturer Bally Technolo-

gies) Shufflemaster makes a device called the i-Deal single-deck

specialty shuffler This i-Deal device is independently tested by

a third party lab for security accuracy and randomness Fur-

thermore here in Arizona automatic shufflers have to be re-

tested on a regular basis according to the Tribal-State compacts

overseen and enforced by the Arizona Department of Gaming

Arizonarsquos casino gaming regulatory agency The i-Deal will

alert a dealer during a new shuffle if a card is missing or if

there are extra cards and can be used to reconstruct hands for

jackpot verification and other issues These features independ-

ent testing recurring testing and regulations combine to pro-

tect players dealers and the casino from cheating and other

errors during game play Once a dealer begins dealing a hand

the i-Deal no longer checks the deck until the next shuffle be-

gins

Shufflemaster also makes a device called i-Verify which players

will see embedded into the table generally between the chip

tray and the betting positions This device can be used together

with the i-Deal shuffler in order to inform the dealer how to set

their hand according to the prescribed house procedure Every

casino has a defined house procedure for Pai Gow allowing the

game to have a long run house edge As Pai Gow has a compli-

cated strategy the house procedure can be difficult for dealers

and pit supervisors to remember at a momentrsquos notice In addi-

tion the i-Verify device can perform the same task for players

That is the i-Verify tells players how to best set their hand The

i-Verify device also uses its own random number generator to

determine which player starts the next round of Pai Gow

Both the i-Deal and i-Verify devices are unable to influence the

outcome of game play Gaming regulations prohibit the i-Deal

shuffler from arranging the deck in such a way as to benefit the

casino and not the players The Arizona Department of Gaming

regulates casino gaming in the state and is very diligent about

ensuring that all casino games are fair for both the players and

the casinos Furthermore it is in the best interest of the casino

that all of their games are fair If the Arizona Department of

Gaming were to find out that a game is not random or a device

isnrsquot functioning correctly the casino is subject to regulatory

infractions which they (obviously) want to avoid incurring It

is also in the best interest of players for the games at Arizonarsquos

casinos to be fair as we donrsquot want to be accused of cheating

Hopefully this provides additional insight into the answers you

have been seeking Good luck playing Pai Gow

Q Re June Players Talk Answer ldquoEven though itrsquos

highly unlikely progressive values can keep growing and

growing in value forever and never be hitrdquo How can that

be It sounds like players are being ripped off Why

should a person gamble if it is never attainable If that

is the case is there a way to differentiate between them

and get a $25 gas card if we decide to print your question Do you have a question for our staff of casino gaming industry professionals and slot experts Write us with your questions

and comments in any area of gaming and we will make every attempt to publish a response in upcoming issues Space is

limited so we are unable to print every letter or e-mail we receive Please include your name and mailing address with all

correspondence Mail to Arizona Gaming Guide PO BOX 20636 Mesa AZ 85277 or E-mail to editorazgamingguidecom

QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK

The One Number Every

Slot Player Should Know

I really enjoy reading your Gaming Guide and I

hold on to all of them I love the tips Since I missed

issues I went to your website and read through all

the back copies I loved your advice in ldquoThe One

Number Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo article I

passed it along to all my slot player friends as well

Now because of your article wersquore always counting

spins between bonuses and trying to come up with

averages together Itrsquos really helped me determine

how much money I should risk in each slot If the

bonus doesnrsquot happen by my average number then I

move on This system has helped me not lose as

much and I feel like I can determine when a ma-

chine is ldquocoldrdquo a lot quicker rather than sitting there

and feeding it more and more money So I just

wanted to say thank you for a great magazine We

just love all the helpful hints and tips you provide

Keep up the good work

Katie Grunfeld amp FriendsmdashChandler Arizona

Katie amp Friends thank you for the kind remarks

about our magazine We truly appreciate your sup-

port of our publication My team and I really enjoy

what we do and wersquore excited to share all the casino

industry knowledge and experience wersquove acquired

with all our fans

Fortunately us slot enthusiasts donrsquot have to rely on

blind luck when playing our favorite games Even

though slot machines are based on random behavior

therersquos still a math model behind each game Refer-

ring to the article you mention ldquoThe One Number

Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo [April 2011] is the

average number of spins (called the pulls-to-hit) it

takes to trigger a bonus eventmdasheven if itrsquos just a

ballpark figure Knowing this number can help you

determine an appropriate bankroll which will allow

you to experience the gamersquos bonus at least once Itrsquos

also a great way to judge a gamersquos performance dur-

ing a particular play session

To learn how to calculate the average number of spins it

takes to get into your favorite slotrsquos bonus take a look at

page 20 of our April 2011 issue on our website This issue

and all other back issues can be found under ldquoback issuesrdquo

on our website at azgamingguidecom

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07

Have you or anyone there seen this happen

Kathleen R WilliamsmdashPrescott AZ

A Kathleen what you are referring to is one of the four points

we indicated as part of a response to a reader regarding pro-

gressive slot games in our June 2013 issue Here are those four

fun facts again

Interesting Facts About Progressives

The Top Award on a progressive must occur on average once

in every 50000000 plays according to the Arizona Tribal-

State Gaming Compact

Very large progressives like the MegaJackpots by IGT are

paid by the slot manufacturers and not the casinos

Even though itrsquos highly unlikely progressive values can keep

growing and growing in value forever and never be hit

Most progressives are set up so that players betting the maxi-

mum have an added advantage of winning the prizes Always

make sure to read the help screens to be clear about the rules

In order to further clarify the issue letrsquos pretend we have a slot

with a progressive jackpot of $1 million whose odds are 1 in 10

million according to the mathematician who designed the game

We can simplify this example as much as possible by indicating

we are only interested in two outcomes hitting the progressive

or not hitting the progressive Now letrsquos act like the random

number generator within this slot machine We are blindfolded

and reach into a bag containing one red ball (representing the

progressive) that feels exactly like the other 9999999 white

balls (not a progressive) also in the bag How many times do

you think we will have to reach into the bag in order to come

out with the red ball (and win the progressive) Once ten

times a million times ten million times a hundred million

times one billion times How long will it take One day or ten

years Honestly itrsquos anyonersquos guess Yet mathematically sta-

tistically over the long run the progressive will hit about once

in every ten million draws because of the design of the slot

So yes we have seen progressives not hit for a really really

really long time and then finally hit We have also seen a pro-

gressive not hit for a really long time and then the casino decid-

ed to remove the game Now as required by gaming regula-

tions the casino has a couple of options of how to keep the mon-

ey lsquoon the floorrsquo so it can be won by players at a future time

One option is to redistribute the money to other existing pro-

gressive machines on the floor However since casinos tend to

replace one progressive game with another they usually end up

adding the money into the meters of the new game Therefore

you can rest assured knowing that even if a progressive is not

hit before it leaves the floor the accumulated values in the pro-

gressive will remain on the floor Rest assured players are

NOT being cheated in any of these scenarios $

GREAT GAMES Table GamesmdashBlackjack

08 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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 author of ldquoVegas and the Mobmdashavailable at Amazon

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls

lackjack is one of the most popular casino games ever in-

vented because it is fun and easy to play And you can

actually improve your game by just remembering a few simple

strategy rules If yoursquore like most players then you already

know the basics of blackjack like letting the dealer take the next

card when you hold a hard 12 through 16 and the dealer has a 2

through 6 showing but what about those split and double

down hands Knowing when to double your bet will allow you

to win twice as much

When to Double Down

Not all blackjack tables are created equal but the games in Ari-

zona are some of the best in the world You have the option to

double down on any first two cards and while this play is best

with a 9 10 or 11 you may also want to double down on a soft

hand (an ace and 2 through 9)

When you double down you are allowed to bet up to the size of

your original wager in exchange for taking just a single card Itrsquos

a good deal most of the time Follow these rules and yoursquoll do

great

When you hold a two-card nine double down against a dealer

upcard of 3 through 6 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card ten double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 9 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card 11 double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 10 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 2 or Ace 3 double down against a dealer

upcard of 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 4 or Ace 5 double down against a dealer

upcard of 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 6 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 7 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 Stand against 2 7 or 8 Hit against a 9 ten or ace

Donrsquot double down on Ace 8 or 9

When to Split Pairs

You can also split any pair by doubling your wager do so with

these hands

Split 2rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 3rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 6rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 6 otherwise hit

Split 7rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 8rsquos against any dealer upcard because a 16 is a terrible

hand

Split 9rsquos against any dealer upcard except 7 10 and Ace

Donrsquot ever split your 10rsquos

Always split your Aces Arizona casinos allow resplitting of

Aces ndash so do it

Good luck at the Blackjack tables $

B

By Al Moe

12 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GREAT GAMES New Slots

New Slots At Paradise Casino

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT PARADISE

CASINO

Crystal by Aruze Gaming

The Gold by Aruze Gaming

Catch the Money by Aruze Gaming

The Great Inca by Aruze Gaming

Michael Jackson King of Pop by Bally

Texas Dice by Bally

Dragon Lines by Bally

Triple Trouble by Bally

Dantersquos Diamonds by Bally

One Red Cent by Multimedia Games

Wild Pixies by Multimedia Games

Starry Night by Multimedia Games

Carnival of Rio by Multimedia Games

aradise Casino in Yuma Arizona just recently

installed a wide assortment of exciting new

games King of Dragons by Aruze Gaming a new

Innovator stepper series game is the latest edition to

their slot floor This mythical dragon-themed game is

a 5-reel 30-line stepper with powerful reels 15 differ-

ent reel actions and LEDs that light up in 7 different

colors

King of Dragons has an exciting Bonus and Free Games

feature that is played on the top screen The feature is

triggered when 5 or more Orb symbols appear on the

reels The more Orbs that appear when the Bonus is

triggered the more credit awards are randomly se-

lected during the Orb Prize Selection

King of Dragons integrates classical stepper elements with

new and exciting presentation modes that make for a

wonderfully engaging game While dragons may be

imaginary the thrill and excitement of King of Drag-

ons is certainly real $

P

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13

New Slots GREAT GAMES

New Slots At Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT HARRAHrsquoS

AK-CHIN

Hot Shot Dual Wheel by Bally

Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startinrsquo

Something by Bally

Crazy Money by Incredible Technologies

Leonidas by Incredible Technologies

Black Rose by Incredible Technologies

Ferris Bueller by WMS

Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

the Future Back in Time by IGT is a 40-line

game ready for play at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin casino

Players will be excited to see all the recognizable

movie clips from the entire trilogy as they spin the

reels for wilds multipliers scatter pays and more

Thematic bonus rounds keep players engaged as they

race against the clock in the interactive Time Flies

Free Games Bonus which puts destiny in the playerrsquos

hands as they wind up the infamous clock tower to

be awarded with thrilling multipliers During the

Wild West Bonus players select symbols on the

screen to collect fire logs that award credits and mul-

tipliers The Time Circuit Scramble lets players

choose four numbers to potentially match a series of

numbers chosen by the game leading to increased

multipliers Three classic movies and one perfect

game prove that nostalgia and fun never go out of

style $

D

New Slots At Desert Diamond Casino

ootloose has made it onto the floor at Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson So

get your dancing shoes on and cut loose This 5-reel 30-payline 50-credit

cost-to-cover game offers four multi-level progressives a base game that pays

from left-to-right and right-to-left and is packed with iconic imagery hit music

and main characters from the nostalgic film The slot features stacked symbols

and the Letrsquos Dance Respin Feature When two or more stacks of the same sym-

bol land they lock award the player and the other reels re-spin to award more

credits

Three Cut Loose bonus symbols trigger the bonus During the bonus players

select pairs of shoes to reveal a number of steps up the bonus ladder There are

four progressives and four additional bonus events available including Progres-

sive Wheel Bonuses Wheel pointers are awarded based on the line bet multiplier

encouraging higher wagers for a chance at winning one of four progressive jack-

pots Play the Hits Bonus Players choose from cassette tapes revealing credit

awards and possible extra picks Tractor Challenge Bonus Players select icons to

reveal credit awards and forward movement as they play chicken with an oppos-

ing tractor The Silver Spur Bar Bonus Players spin the bottle to earn credits and

multipliers Prom Party Free Spins Bonus Ten free games all stacked symbols

turn wild and any two or more full stacks trigger the re-spin feature for big win

opportunities Head over to Desert Diamond now to get in on all the fun $

DID YOU KNOW The iconic title song Footloose hit No1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Popularity and fan following led to the

successful remake of the film in 2011 The filmrsquos soundtrack hit No 1 on the US Billboard Top Sound-

tracks Footloose is now playing on Broadway

F

14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

Stack Free Games to an entirely new

level in the latest 5-reel 50-line video game

Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

by Aruze Gaming is the first of its kind as it

offers up to 200 Free Games Between the

random number selection and the 50 pandas

jumping into the reels players will find their

excitement and enthusiasm at an all time

high

The Ultra Stack Free Games can be triggered

by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

more consecutive reels beginning with the

left most reel Each FEATURE symbol that

was involved in triggering the Free Games

will have a number between 1 and 10 appear

within it this is known as the random num-

ber selection The sum of the numbers that

appear within the FEATURE symbols will be

added up and awarded as the total number

of Ultra Stack Free Games to be played Play-

ers can win a STACK and truly make it a

FEATURE to remembermdashan ULTRA STACK

FEATURE

T

GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon

Ultra Stack Feature

By Aruze Gaming

elect from a whole new variety of

careers in this new take on The

Game of Life board game that offers a

distinct approach to awarding base game

wins The Bank of LIFE Pay table is a

unique play mechanic in which any spin

can increase awards that pay out on spe-

cific spin outcomes ndash a way to possibly

win additional awards on each spin

Therersquos also the Pay Day Feature that

may award one of five different enhance-

ments including full WILD Reels Multi-

pliers symbol upgrades and more But

thatrsquos not all Landing on the ldquoCareer

Dayrdquo space on The Game of Life board

triggers the Career Day Bonus where

players pick to match cards for Credits

and multipliers

Itrsquos time to spin the reels in The Game of

Life and win big because itrsquos Pay Day Visit

youtube at wwwyoutubecomwmsslots

or their website at wmscom for more

information on this and other unique

gaming experiences by WMS

S

The Game of LifemdashPay Day

By WMS Gaming

ake way for the new king of the jun-

glemdashRocket Gaming Systems new 5-

reel 40-line video slot game called Pride of

the Jungle

Everyone will be talking about the exciting

bonus features that Pride of the Jungle has to

offer This title is equipped with the Stacked

Wilds feature where stacks of Wilds are load-

ed on all reels for gigantic wins that occur

more frequently

The Pride of the Jungle symbol is Wild Play-

ers that obtain twenty Pride of the Jungle

symbols with max bet win the top award

Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

M

Pride of the Jungle

By Rocket Gaming

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

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7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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PLAYERS TALK QampA On Everything Gaming

06 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Q Love your magazine I have a question for Players

Talk Question is I play a lot of Pai Gow and enjoy the

slow pace of the game and my question concerns the

dealing machines I have been told that the machines

are fair and random when dealing the cards out but I

have trouble understanding how the machine knows

what the two card top (lower hand) should be The deal-

er is able to touch the table screen and the machine tells

the dealer what the best (house way) the two cards

should be for each seat on the table I was told that the

machine looks at the cards as they come out of the

shuffler after they have already been dealt If that is so

how can the machine know if the deck is short a card

and if it is exactly what card is missing If the shuffler

knows this information canrsquot it also know the supposed

random number that comes up indicating where the

dealer starts the first hand and control exactly which

hand will end up where

I have heard different dealers try to explain this but

each answer is different I believe the Arizona Gaming

Commission would not allow casinos to have a dealing

machine that would favor the house but Irsquom not really

sure on that also Can you clarify and explain exactly

how the shuffler works Thank you for your time and

assistance

Daniel Tom JrmdashSurprise AZ

A Daniel you have a lot of valid questions about Pai Gow and

it sounds like you have already gone to some lengths to have

them answered by dealers at your favorite casinos

Herersquos what we know to be true about Pai Gow and the use of

automatic shufflers and the screen used to assist game play Pai

Gow is a table game created by a company called Shufflemaster

(now owned by the slot machine manufacturer Bally Technolo-

gies) Shufflemaster makes a device called the i-Deal single-deck

specialty shuffler This i-Deal device is independently tested by

a third party lab for security accuracy and randomness Fur-

thermore here in Arizona automatic shufflers have to be re-

tested on a regular basis according to the Tribal-State compacts

overseen and enforced by the Arizona Department of Gaming

Arizonarsquos casino gaming regulatory agency The i-Deal will

alert a dealer during a new shuffle if a card is missing or if

there are extra cards and can be used to reconstruct hands for

jackpot verification and other issues These features independ-

ent testing recurring testing and regulations combine to pro-

tect players dealers and the casino from cheating and other

errors during game play Once a dealer begins dealing a hand

the i-Deal no longer checks the deck until the next shuffle be-

gins

Shufflemaster also makes a device called i-Verify which players

will see embedded into the table generally between the chip

tray and the betting positions This device can be used together

with the i-Deal shuffler in order to inform the dealer how to set

their hand according to the prescribed house procedure Every

casino has a defined house procedure for Pai Gow allowing the

game to have a long run house edge As Pai Gow has a compli-

cated strategy the house procedure can be difficult for dealers

and pit supervisors to remember at a momentrsquos notice In addi-

tion the i-Verify device can perform the same task for players

That is the i-Verify tells players how to best set their hand The

i-Verify device also uses its own random number generator to

determine which player starts the next round of Pai Gow

Both the i-Deal and i-Verify devices are unable to influence the

outcome of game play Gaming regulations prohibit the i-Deal

shuffler from arranging the deck in such a way as to benefit the

casino and not the players The Arizona Department of Gaming

regulates casino gaming in the state and is very diligent about

ensuring that all casino games are fair for both the players and

the casinos Furthermore it is in the best interest of the casino

that all of their games are fair If the Arizona Department of

Gaming were to find out that a game is not random or a device

isnrsquot functioning correctly the casino is subject to regulatory

infractions which they (obviously) want to avoid incurring It

is also in the best interest of players for the games at Arizonarsquos

casinos to be fair as we donrsquot want to be accused of cheating

Hopefully this provides additional insight into the answers you

have been seeking Good luck playing Pai Gow

Q Re June Players Talk Answer ldquoEven though itrsquos

highly unlikely progressive values can keep growing and

growing in value forever and never be hitrdquo How can that

be It sounds like players are being ripped off Why

should a person gamble if it is never attainable If that

is the case is there a way to differentiate between them

and get a $25 gas card if we decide to print your question Do you have a question for our staff of casino gaming industry professionals and slot experts Write us with your questions

and comments in any area of gaming and we will make every attempt to publish a response in upcoming issues Space is

limited so we are unable to print every letter or e-mail we receive Please include your name and mailing address with all

correspondence Mail to Arizona Gaming Guide PO BOX 20636 Mesa AZ 85277 or E-mail to editorazgamingguidecom

QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK

The One Number Every

Slot Player Should Know

I really enjoy reading your Gaming Guide and I

hold on to all of them I love the tips Since I missed

issues I went to your website and read through all

the back copies I loved your advice in ldquoThe One

Number Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo article I

passed it along to all my slot player friends as well

Now because of your article wersquore always counting

spins between bonuses and trying to come up with

averages together Itrsquos really helped me determine

how much money I should risk in each slot If the

bonus doesnrsquot happen by my average number then I

move on This system has helped me not lose as

much and I feel like I can determine when a ma-

chine is ldquocoldrdquo a lot quicker rather than sitting there

and feeding it more and more money So I just

wanted to say thank you for a great magazine We

just love all the helpful hints and tips you provide

Keep up the good work

Katie Grunfeld amp FriendsmdashChandler Arizona

Katie amp Friends thank you for the kind remarks

about our magazine We truly appreciate your sup-

port of our publication My team and I really enjoy

what we do and wersquore excited to share all the casino

industry knowledge and experience wersquove acquired

with all our fans

Fortunately us slot enthusiasts donrsquot have to rely on

blind luck when playing our favorite games Even

though slot machines are based on random behavior

therersquos still a math model behind each game Refer-

ring to the article you mention ldquoThe One Number

Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo [April 2011] is the

average number of spins (called the pulls-to-hit) it

takes to trigger a bonus eventmdasheven if itrsquos just a

ballpark figure Knowing this number can help you

determine an appropriate bankroll which will allow

you to experience the gamersquos bonus at least once Itrsquos

also a great way to judge a gamersquos performance dur-

ing a particular play session

To learn how to calculate the average number of spins it

takes to get into your favorite slotrsquos bonus take a look at

page 20 of our April 2011 issue on our website This issue

and all other back issues can be found under ldquoback issuesrdquo

on our website at azgamingguidecom

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07

Have you or anyone there seen this happen

Kathleen R WilliamsmdashPrescott AZ

A Kathleen what you are referring to is one of the four points

we indicated as part of a response to a reader regarding pro-

gressive slot games in our June 2013 issue Here are those four

fun facts again

Interesting Facts About Progressives

The Top Award on a progressive must occur on average once

in every 50000000 plays according to the Arizona Tribal-

State Gaming Compact

Very large progressives like the MegaJackpots by IGT are

paid by the slot manufacturers and not the casinos

Even though itrsquos highly unlikely progressive values can keep

growing and growing in value forever and never be hit

Most progressives are set up so that players betting the maxi-

mum have an added advantage of winning the prizes Always

make sure to read the help screens to be clear about the rules

In order to further clarify the issue letrsquos pretend we have a slot

with a progressive jackpot of $1 million whose odds are 1 in 10

million according to the mathematician who designed the game

We can simplify this example as much as possible by indicating

we are only interested in two outcomes hitting the progressive

or not hitting the progressive Now letrsquos act like the random

number generator within this slot machine We are blindfolded

and reach into a bag containing one red ball (representing the

progressive) that feels exactly like the other 9999999 white

balls (not a progressive) also in the bag How many times do

you think we will have to reach into the bag in order to come

out with the red ball (and win the progressive) Once ten

times a million times ten million times a hundred million

times one billion times How long will it take One day or ten

years Honestly itrsquos anyonersquos guess Yet mathematically sta-

tistically over the long run the progressive will hit about once

in every ten million draws because of the design of the slot

So yes we have seen progressives not hit for a really really

really long time and then finally hit We have also seen a pro-

gressive not hit for a really long time and then the casino decid-

ed to remove the game Now as required by gaming regula-

tions the casino has a couple of options of how to keep the mon-

ey lsquoon the floorrsquo so it can be won by players at a future time

One option is to redistribute the money to other existing pro-

gressive machines on the floor However since casinos tend to

replace one progressive game with another they usually end up

adding the money into the meters of the new game Therefore

you can rest assured knowing that even if a progressive is not

hit before it leaves the floor the accumulated values in the pro-

gressive will remain on the floor Rest assured players are

NOT being cheated in any of these scenarios $

GREAT GAMES Table GamesmdashBlackjack

08 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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 author of ldquoVegas and the Mobmdashavailable at Amazon

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls

lackjack is one of the most popular casino games ever in-

vented because it is fun and easy to play And you can

actually improve your game by just remembering a few simple

strategy rules If yoursquore like most players then you already

know the basics of blackjack like letting the dealer take the next

card when you hold a hard 12 through 16 and the dealer has a 2

through 6 showing but what about those split and double

down hands Knowing when to double your bet will allow you

to win twice as much

When to Double Down

Not all blackjack tables are created equal but the games in Ari-

zona are some of the best in the world You have the option to

double down on any first two cards and while this play is best

with a 9 10 or 11 you may also want to double down on a soft

hand (an ace and 2 through 9)

When you double down you are allowed to bet up to the size of

your original wager in exchange for taking just a single card Itrsquos

a good deal most of the time Follow these rules and yoursquoll do

great

When you hold a two-card nine double down against a dealer

upcard of 3 through 6 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card ten double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 9 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card 11 double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 10 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 2 or Ace 3 double down against a dealer

upcard of 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 4 or Ace 5 double down against a dealer

upcard of 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 6 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 7 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 Stand against 2 7 or 8 Hit against a 9 ten or ace

Donrsquot double down on Ace 8 or 9

When to Split Pairs

You can also split any pair by doubling your wager do so with

these hands

Split 2rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 3rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 6rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 6 otherwise hit

Split 7rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 8rsquos against any dealer upcard because a 16 is a terrible

hand

Split 9rsquos against any dealer upcard except 7 10 and Ace

Donrsquot ever split your 10rsquos

Always split your Aces Arizona casinos allow resplitting of

Aces ndash so do it

Good luck at the Blackjack tables $

B

By Al Moe

12 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GREAT GAMES New Slots

New Slots At Paradise Casino

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT PARADISE

CASINO

Crystal by Aruze Gaming

The Gold by Aruze Gaming

Catch the Money by Aruze Gaming

The Great Inca by Aruze Gaming

Michael Jackson King of Pop by Bally

Texas Dice by Bally

Dragon Lines by Bally

Triple Trouble by Bally

Dantersquos Diamonds by Bally

One Red Cent by Multimedia Games

Wild Pixies by Multimedia Games

Starry Night by Multimedia Games

Carnival of Rio by Multimedia Games

aradise Casino in Yuma Arizona just recently

installed a wide assortment of exciting new

games King of Dragons by Aruze Gaming a new

Innovator stepper series game is the latest edition to

their slot floor This mythical dragon-themed game is

a 5-reel 30-line stepper with powerful reels 15 differ-

ent reel actions and LEDs that light up in 7 different

colors

King of Dragons has an exciting Bonus and Free Games

feature that is played on the top screen The feature is

triggered when 5 or more Orb symbols appear on the

reels The more Orbs that appear when the Bonus is

triggered the more credit awards are randomly se-

lected during the Orb Prize Selection

King of Dragons integrates classical stepper elements with

new and exciting presentation modes that make for a

wonderfully engaging game While dragons may be

imaginary the thrill and excitement of King of Drag-

ons is certainly real $

P

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13

New Slots GREAT GAMES

New Slots At Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT HARRAHrsquoS

AK-CHIN

Hot Shot Dual Wheel by Bally

Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startinrsquo

Something by Bally

Crazy Money by Incredible Technologies

Leonidas by Incredible Technologies

Black Rose by Incredible Technologies

Ferris Bueller by WMS

Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

the Future Back in Time by IGT is a 40-line

game ready for play at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin casino

Players will be excited to see all the recognizable

movie clips from the entire trilogy as they spin the

reels for wilds multipliers scatter pays and more

Thematic bonus rounds keep players engaged as they

race against the clock in the interactive Time Flies

Free Games Bonus which puts destiny in the playerrsquos

hands as they wind up the infamous clock tower to

be awarded with thrilling multipliers During the

Wild West Bonus players select symbols on the

screen to collect fire logs that award credits and mul-

tipliers The Time Circuit Scramble lets players

choose four numbers to potentially match a series of

numbers chosen by the game leading to increased

multipliers Three classic movies and one perfect

game prove that nostalgia and fun never go out of

style $

D

New Slots At Desert Diamond Casino

ootloose has made it onto the floor at Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson So

get your dancing shoes on and cut loose This 5-reel 30-payline 50-credit

cost-to-cover game offers four multi-level progressives a base game that pays

from left-to-right and right-to-left and is packed with iconic imagery hit music

and main characters from the nostalgic film The slot features stacked symbols

and the Letrsquos Dance Respin Feature When two or more stacks of the same sym-

bol land they lock award the player and the other reels re-spin to award more

credits

Three Cut Loose bonus symbols trigger the bonus During the bonus players

select pairs of shoes to reveal a number of steps up the bonus ladder There are

four progressives and four additional bonus events available including Progres-

sive Wheel Bonuses Wheel pointers are awarded based on the line bet multiplier

encouraging higher wagers for a chance at winning one of four progressive jack-

pots Play the Hits Bonus Players choose from cassette tapes revealing credit

awards and possible extra picks Tractor Challenge Bonus Players select icons to

reveal credit awards and forward movement as they play chicken with an oppos-

ing tractor The Silver Spur Bar Bonus Players spin the bottle to earn credits and

multipliers Prom Party Free Spins Bonus Ten free games all stacked symbols

turn wild and any two or more full stacks trigger the re-spin feature for big win

opportunities Head over to Desert Diamond now to get in on all the fun $

DID YOU KNOW The iconic title song Footloose hit No1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Popularity and fan following led to the

successful remake of the film in 2011 The filmrsquos soundtrack hit No 1 on the US Billboard Top Sound-

tracks Footloose is now playing on Broadway

F

14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

Stack Free Games to an entirely new

level in the latest 5-reel 50-line video game

Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

by Aruze Gaming is the first of its kind as it

offers up to 200 Free Games Between the

random number selection and the 50 pandas

jumping into the reels players will find their

excitement and enthusiasm at an all time

high

The Ultra Stack Free Games can be triggered

by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

more consecutive reels beginning with the

left most reel Each FEATURE symbol that

was involved in triggering the Free Games

will have a number between 1 and 10 appear

within it this is known as the random num-

ber selection The sum of the numbers that

appear within the FEATURE symbols will be

added up and awarded as the total number

of Ultra Stack Free Games to be played Play-

ers can win a STACK and truly make it a

FEATURE to remembermdashan ULTRA STACK

FEATURE

T

GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon

Ultra Stack Feature

By Aruze Gaming

elect from a whole new variety of

careers in this new take on The

Game of Life board game that offers a

distinct approach to awarding base game

wins The Bank of LIFE Pay table is a

unique play mechanic in which any spin

can increase awards that pay out on spe-

cific spin outcomes ndash a way to possibly

win additional awards on each spin

Therersquos also the Pay Day Feature that

may award one of five different enhance-

ments including full WILD Reels Multi-

pliers symbol upgrades and more But

thatrsquos not all Landing on the ldquoCareer

Dayrdquo space on The Game of Life board

triggers the Career Day Bonus where

players pick to match cards for Credits

and multipliers

Itrsquos time to spin the reels in The Game of

Life and win big because itrsquos Pay Day Visit

youtube at wwwyoutubecomwmsslots

or their website at wmscom for more

information on this and other unique

gaming experiences by WMS

S

The Game of LifemdashPay Day

By WMS Gaming

ake way for the new king of the jun-

glemdashRocket Gaming Systems new 5-

reel 40-line video slot game called Pride of

the Jungle

Everyone will be talking about the exciting

bonus features that Pride of the Jungle has to

offer This title is equipped with the Stacked

Wilds feature where stacks of Wilds are load-

ed on all reels for gigantic wins that occur

more frequently

The Pride of the Jungle symbol is Wild Play-

ers that obtain twenty Pride of the Jungle

symbols with max bet win the top award

Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

M

Pride of the Jungle

By Rocket Gaming

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

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ck A

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

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We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

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WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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Page 4: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK

The One Number Every

Slot Player Should Know

I really enjoy reading your Gaming Guide and I

hold on to all of them I love the tips Since I missed

issues I went to your website and read through all

the back copies I loved your advice in ldquoThe One

Number Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo article I

passed it along to all my slot player friends as well

Now because of your article wersquore always counting

spins between bonuses and trying to come up with

averages together Itrsquos really helped me determine

how much money I should risk in each slot If the

bonus doesnrsquot happen by my average number then I

move on This system has helped me not lose as

much and I feel like I can determine when a ma-

chine is ldquocoldrdquo a lot quicker rather than sitting there

and feeding it more and more money So I just

wanted to say thank you for a great magazine We

just love all the helpful hints and tips you provide

Keep up the good work

Katie Grunfeld amp FriendsmdashChandler Arizona

Katie amp Friends thank you for the kind remarks

about our magazine We truly appreciate your sup-

port of our publication My team and I really enjoy

what we do and wersquore excited to share all the casino

industry knowledge and experience wersquove acquired

with all our fans

Fortunately us slot enthusiasts donrsquot have to rely on

blind luck when playing our favorite games Even

though slot machines are based on random behavior

therersquos still a math model behind each game Refer-

ring to the article you mention ldquoThe One Number

Every Slot Player Should Knowrdquo [April 2011] is the

average number of spins (called the pulls-to-hit) it

takes to trigger a bonus eventmdasheven if itrsquos just a

ballpark figure Knowing this number can help you

determine an appropriate bankroll which will allow

you to experience the gamersquos bonus at least once Itrsquos

also a great way to judge a gamersquos performance dur-

ing a particular play session

To learn how to calculate the average number of spins it

takes to get into your favorite slotrsquos bonus take a look at

page 20 of our April 2011 issue on our website This issue

and all other back issues can be found under ldquoback issuesrdquo

on our website at azgamingguidecom

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07

Have you or anyone there seen this happen

Kathleen R WilliamsmdashPrescott AZ

A Kathleen what you are referring to is one of the four points

we indicated as part of a response to a reader regarding pro-

gressive slot games in our June 2013 issue Here are those four

fun facts again

Interesting Facts About Progressives

The Top Award on a progressive must occur on average once

in every 50000000 plays according to the Arizona Tribal-

State Gaming Compact

Very large progressives like the MegaJackpots by IGT are

paid by the slot manufacturers and not the casinos

Even though itrsquos highly unlikely progressive values can keep

growing and growing in value forever and never be hit

Most progressives are set up so that players betting the maxi-

mum have an added advantage of winning the prizes Always

make sure to read the help screens to be clear about the rules

In order to further clarify the issue letrsquos pretend we have a slot

with a progressive jackpot of $1 million whose odds are 1 in 10

million according to the mathematician who designed the game

We can simplify this example as much as possible by indicating

we are only interested in two outcomes hitting the progressive

or not hitting the progressive Now letrsquos act like the random

number generator within this slot machine We are blindfolded

and reach into a bag containing one red ball (representing the

progressive) that feels exactly like the other 9999999 white

balls (not a progressive) also in the bag How many times do

you think we will have to reach into the bag in order to come

out with the red ball (and win the progressive) Once ten

times a million times ten million times a hundred million

times one billion times How long will it take One day or ten

years Honestly itrsquos anyonersquos guess Yet mathematically sta-

tistically over the long run the progressive will hit about once

in every ten million draws because of the design of the slot

So yes we have seen progressives not hit for a really really

really long time and then finally hit We have also seen a pro-

gressive not hit for a really long time and then the casino decid-

ed to remove the game Now as required by gaming regula-

tions the casino has a couple of options of how to keep the mon-

ey lsquoon the floorrsquo so it can be won by players at a future time

One option is to redistribute the money to other existing pro-

gressive machines on the floor However since casinos tend to

replace one progressive game with another they usually end up

adding the money into the meters of the new game Therefore

you can rest assured knowing that even if a progressive is not

hit before it leaves the floor the accumulated values in the pro-

gressive will remain on the floor Rest assured players are

NOT being cheated in any of these scenarios $

GREAT GAMES Table GamesmdashBlackjack

08 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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 author of ldquoVegas and the Mobmdashavailable at Amazon

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls

lackjack is one of the most popular casino games ever in-

vented because it is fun and easy to play And you can

actually improve your game by just remembering a few simple

strategy rules If yoursquore like most players then you already

know the basics of blackjack like letting the dealer take the next

card when you hold a hard 12 through 16 and the dealer has a 2

through 6 showing but what about those split and double

down hands Knowing when to double your bet will allow you

to win twice as much

When to Double Down

Not all blackjack tables are created equal but the games in Ari-

zona are some of the best in the world You have the option to

double down on any first two cards and while this play is best

with a 9 10 or 11 you may also want to double down on a soft

hand (an ace and 2 through 9)

When you double down you are allowed to bet up to the size of

your original wager in exchange for taking just a single card Itrsquos

a good deal most of the time Follow these rules and yoursquoll do

great

When you hold a two-card nine double down against a dealer

upcard of 3 through 6 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card ten double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 9 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card 11 double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 10 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 2 or Ace 3 double down against a dealer

upcard of 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 4 or Ace 5 double down against a dealer

upcard of 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 6 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 7 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 Stand against 2 7 or 8 Hit against a 9 ten or ace

Donrsquot double down on Ace 8 or 9

When to Split Pairs

You can also split any pair by doubling your wager do so with

these hands

Split 2rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 3rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 6rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 6 otherwise hit

Split 7rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 8rsquos against any dealer upcard because a 16 is a terrible

hand

Split 9rsquos against any dealer upcard except 7 10 and Ace

Donrsquot ever split your 10rsquos

Always split your Aces Arizona casinos allow resplitting of

Aces ndash so do it

Good luck at the Blackjack tables $

B

By Al Moe

12 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GREAT GAMES New Slots

New Slots At Paradise Casino

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT PARADISE

CASINO

Crystal by Aruze Gaming

The Gold by Aruze Gaming

Catch the Money by Aruze Gaming

The Great Inca by Aruze Gaming

Michael Jackson King of Pop by Bally

Texas Dice by Bally

Dragon Lines by Bally

Triple Trouble by Bally

Dantersquos Diamonds by Bally

One Red Cent by Multimedia Games

Wild Pixies by Multimedia Games

Starry Night by Multimedia Games

Carnival of Rio by Multimedia Games

aradise Casino in Yuma Arizona just recently

installed a wide assortment of exciting new

games King of Dragons by Aruze Gaming a new

Innovator stepper series game is the latest edition to

their slot floor This mythical dragon-themed game is

a 5-reel 30-line stepper with powerful reels 15 differ-

ent reel actions and LEDs that light up in 7 different

colors

King of Dragons has an exciting Bonus and Free Games

feature that is played on the top screen The feature is

triggered when 5 or more Orb symbols appear on the

reels The more Orbs that appear when the Bonus is

triggered the more credit awards are randomly se-

lected during the Orb Prize Selection

King of Dragons integrates classical stepper elements with

new and exciting presentation modes that make for a

wonderfully engaging game While dragons may be

imaginary the thrill and excitement of King of Drag-

ons is certainly real $

P

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13

New Slots GREAT GAMES

New Slots At Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT HARRAHrsquoS

AK-CHIN

Hot Shot Dual Wheel by Bally

Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startinrsquo

Something by Bally

Crazy Money by Incredible Technologies

Leonidas by Incredible Technologies

Black Rose by Incredible Technologies

Ferris Bueller by WMS

Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

the Future Back in Time by IGT is a 40-line

game ready for play at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin casino

Players will be excited to see all the recognizable

movie clips from the entire trilogy as they spin the

reels for wilds multipliers scatter pays and more

Thematic bonus rounds keep players engaged as they

race against the clock in the interactive Time Flies

Free Games Bonus which puts destiny in the playerrsquos

hands as they wind up the infamous clock tower to

be awarded with thrilling multipliers During the

Wild West Bonus players select symbols on the

screen to collect fire logs that award credits and mul-

tipliers The Time Circuit Scramble lets players

choose four numbers to potentially match a series of

numbers chosen by the game leading to increased

multipliers Three classic movies and one perfect

game prove that nostalgia and fun never go out of

style $

D

New Slots At Desert Diamond Casino

ootloose has made it onto the floor at Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson So

get your dancing shoes on and cut loose This 5-reel 30-payline 50-credit

cost-to-cover game offers four multi-level progressives a base game that pays

from left-to-right and right-to-left and is packed with iconic imagery hit music

and main characters from the nostalgic film The slot features stacked symbols

and the Letrsquos Dance Respin Feature When two or more stacks of the same sym-

bol land they lock award the player and the other reels re-spin to award more

credits

Three Cut Loose bonus symbols trigger the bonus During the bonus players

select pairs of shoes to reveal a number of steps up the bonus ladder There are

four progressives and four additional bonus events available including Progres-

sive Wheel Bonuses Wheel pointers are awarded based on the line bet multiplier

encouraging higher wagers for a chance at winning one of four progressive jack-

pots Play the Hits Bonus Players choose from cassette tapes revealing credit

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reveal credit awards and forward movement as they play chicken with an oppos-

ing tractor The Silver Spur Bar Bonus Players spin the bottle to earn credits and

multipliers Prom Party Free Spins Bonus Ten free games all stacked symbols

turn wild and any two or more full stacks trigger the re-spin feature for big win

opportunities Head over to Desert Diamond now to get in on all the fun $

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successful remake of the film in 2011 The filmrsquos soundtrack hit No 1 on the US Billboard Top Sound-

tracks Footloose is now playing on Broadway

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14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

Stack Free Games to an entirely new

level in the latest 5-reel 50-line video game

Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

by Aruze Gaming is the first of its kind as it

offers up to 200 Free Games Between the

random number selection and the 50 pandas

jumping into the reels players will find their

excitement and enthusiasm at an all time

high

The Ultra Stack Free Games can be triggered

by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

more consecutive reels beginning with the

left most reel Each FEATURE symbol that

was involved in triggering the Free Games

will have a number between 1 and 10 appear

within it this is known as the random num-

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appear within the FEATURE symbols will be

added up and awarded as the total number

of Ultra Stack Free Games to be played Play-

ers can win a STACK and truly make it a

FEATURE to remembermdashan ULTRA STACK

FEATURE

T

GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon

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elect from a whole new variety of

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Game of Life board game that offers a

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unique play mechanic in which any spin

can increase awards that pay out on spe-

cific spin outcomes ndash a way to possibly

win additional awards on each spin

Therersquos also the Pay Day Feature that

may award one of five different enhance-

ments including full WILD Reels Multi-

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thatrsquos not all Landing on the ldquoCareer

Dayrdquo space on The Game of Life board

triggers the Career Day Bonus where

players pick to match cards for Credits

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Itrsquos time to spin the reels in The Game of

Life and win big because itrsquos Pay Day Visit

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or their website at wmscom for more

information on this and other unique

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The Game of LifemdashPay Day

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ake way for the new king of the jun-

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reel 40-line video slot game called Pride of

the Jungle

Everyone will be talking about the exciting

bonus features that Pride of the Jungle has to

offer This title is equipped with the Stacked

Wilds feature where stacks of Wilds are load-

ed on all reels for gigantic wins that occur

more frequently

The Pride of the Jungle symbol is Wild Play-

ers that obtain twenty Pride of the Jungle

symbols with max bet win the top award

Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

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Pride of the Jungle

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Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

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ck A

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

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11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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GREAT GAMES Table GamesmdashBlackjack

08 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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 author of ldquoVegas and the Mobmdashavailable at Amazon

He is also the proud father of four beautiful girls

lackjack is one of the most popular casino games ever in-

vented because it is fun and easy to play And you can

actually improve your game by just remembering a few simple

strategy rules If yoursquore like most players then you already

know the basics of blackjack like letting the dealer take the next

card when you hold a hard 12 through 16 and the dealer has a 2

through 6 showing but what about those split and double

down hands Knowing when to double your bet will allow you

to win twice as much

When to Double Down

Not all blackjack tables are created equal but the games in Ari-

zona are some of the best in the world You have the option to

double down on any first two cards and while this play is best

with a 9 10 or 11 you may also want to double down on a soft

hand (an ace and 2 through 9)

When you double down you are allowed to bet up to the size of

your original wager in exchange for taking just a single card Itrsquos

a good deal most of the time Follow these rules and yoursquoll do

great

When you hold a two-card nine double down against a dealer

upcard of 3 through 6 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card ten double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 9 otherwise hit

When you hold a two-card 11 double down against a dealer

upcard of 2 through 10 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 2 or Ace 3 double down against a dealer

upcard of 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 4 or Ace 5 double down against a dealer

upcard of 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 6 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 otherwise hit

When you hold Ace 7 double down against a dealer upcard of

3 4 5 or 6 Stand against 2 7 or 8 Hit against a 9 ten or ace

Donrsquot double down on Ace 8 or 9

When to Split Pairs

You can also split any pair by doubling your wager do so with

these hands

Split 2rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 3rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 6rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 6 otherwise hit

Split 7rsquos when the dealer upcard is 2 through 7 otherwise hit

Split 8rsquos against any dealer upcard because a 16 is a terrible

hand

Split 9rsquos against any dealer upcard except 7 10 and Ace

Donrsquot ever split your 10rsquos

Always split your Aces Arizona casinos allow resplitting of

Aces ndash so do it

Good luck at the Blackjack tables $

B

By Al Moe

12 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GREAT GAMES New Slots

New Slots At Paradise Casino

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT PARADISE

CASINO

Crystal by Aruze Gaming

The Gold by Aruze Gaming

Catch the Money by Aruze Gaming

The Great Inca by Aruze Gaming

Michael Jackson King of Pop by Bally

Texas Dice by Bally

Dragon Lines by Bally

Triple Trouble by Bally

Dantersquos Diamonds by Bally

One Red Cent by Multimedia Games

Wild Pixies by Multimedia Games

Starry Night by Multimedia Games

Carnival of Rio by Multimedia Games

aradise Casino in Yuma Arizona just recently

installed a wide assortment of exciting new

games King of Dragons by Aruze Gaming a new

Innovator stepper series game is the latest edition to

their slot floor This mythical dragon-themed game is

a 5-reel 30-line stepper with powerful reels 15 differ-

ent reel actions and LEDs that light up in 7 different

colors

King of Dragons has an exciting Bonus and Free Games

feature that is played on the top screen The feature is

triggered when 5 or more Orb symbols appear on the

reels The more Orbs that appear when the Bonus is

triggered the more credit awards are randomly se-

lected during the Orb Prize Selection

King of Dragons integrates classical stepper elements with

new and exciting presentation modes that make for a

wonderfully engaging game While dragons may be

imaginary the thrill and excitement of King of Drag-

ons is certainly real $

P

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13

New Slots GREAT GAMES

New Slots At Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT HARRAHrsquoS

AK-CHIN

Hot Shot Dual Wheel by Bally

Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startinrsquo

Something by Bally

Crazy Money by Incredible Technologies

Leonidas by Incredible Technologies

Black Rose by Incredible Technologies

Ferris Bueller by WMS

Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

the Future Back in Time by IGT is a 40-line

game ready for play at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin casino

Players will be excited to see all the recognizable

movie clips from the entire trilogy as they spin the

reels for wilds multipliers scatter pays and more

Thematic bonus rounds keep players engaged as they

race against the clock in the interactive Time Flies

Free Games Bonus which puts destiny in the playerrsquos

hands as they wind up the infamous clock tower to

be awarded with thrilling multipliers During the

Wild West Bonus players select symbols on the

screen to collect fire logs that award credits and mul-

tipliers The Time Circuit Scramble lets players

choose four numbers to potentially match a series of

numbers chosen by the game leading to increased

multipliers Three classic movies and one perfect

game prove that nostalgia and fun never go out of

style $

D

New Slots At Desert Diamond Casino

ootloose has made it onto the floor at Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson So

get your dancing shoes on and cut loose This 5-reel 30-payline 50-credit

cost-to-cover game offers four multi-level progressives a base game that pays

from left-to-right and right-to-left and is packed with iconic imagery hit music

and main characters from the nostalgic film The slot features stacked symbols

and the Letrsquos Dance Respin Feature When two or more stacks of the same sym-

bol land they lock award the player and the other reels re-spin to award more

credits

Three Cut Loose bonus symbols trigger the bonus During the bonus players

select pairs of shoes to reveal a number of steps up the bonus ladder There are

four progressives and four additional bonus events available including Progres-

sive Wheel Bonuses Wheel pointers are awarded based on the line bet multiplier

encouraging higher wagers for a chance at winning one of four progressive jack-

pots Play the Hits Bonus Players choose from cassette tapes revealing credit

awards and possible extra picks Tractor Challenge Bonus Players select icons to

reveal credit awards and forward movement as they play chicken with an oppos-

ing tractor The Silver Spur Bar Bonus Players spin the bottle to earn credits and

multipliers Prom Party Free Spins Bonus Ten free games all stacked symbols

turn wild and any two or more full stacks trigger the re-spin feature for big win

opportunities Head over to Desert Diamond now to get in on all the fun $

DID YOU KNOW The iconic title song Footloose hit No1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Popularity and fan following led to the

successful remake of the film in 2011 The filmrsquos soundtrack hit No 1 on the US Billboard Top Sound-

tracks Footloose is now playing on Broadway

F

14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

Stack Free Games to an entirely new

level in the latest 5-reel 50-line video game

Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

by Aruze Gaming is the first of its kind as it

offers up to 200 Free Games Between the

random number selection and the 50 pandas

jumping into the reels players will find their

excitement and enthusiasm at an all time

high

The Ultra Stack Free Games can be triggered

by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

more consecutive reels beginning with the

left most reel Each FEATURE symbol that

was involved in triggering the Free Games

will have a number between 1 and 10 appear

within it this is known as the random num-

ber selection The sum of the numbers that

appear within the FEATURE symbols will be

added up and awarded as the total number

of Ultra Stack Free Games to be played Play-

ers can win a STACK and truly make it a

FEATURE to remembermdashan ULTRA STACK

FEATURE

T

GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon

Ultra Stack Feature

By Aruze Gaming

elect from a whole new variety of

careers in this new take on The

Game of Life board game that offers a

distinct approach to awarding base game

wins The Bank of LIFE Pay table is a

unique play mechanic in which any spin

can increase awards that pay out on spe-

cific spin outcomes ndash a way to possibly

win additional awards on each spin

Therersquos also the Pay Day Feature that

may award one of five different enhance-

ments including full WILD Reels Multi-

pliers symbol upgrades and more But

thatrsquos not all Landing on the ldquoCareer

Dayrdquo space on The Game of Life board

triggers the Career Day Bonus where

players pick to match cards for Credits

and multipliers

Itrsquos time to spin the reels in The Game of

Life and win big because itrsquos Pay Day Visit

youtube at wwwyoutubecomwmsslots

or their website at wmscom for more

information on this and other unique

gaming experiences by WMS

S

The Game of LifemdashPay Day

By WMS Gaming

ake way for the new king of the jun-

glemdashRocket Gaming Systems new 5-

reel 40-line video slot game called Pride of

the Jungle

Everyone will be talking about the exciting

bonus features that Pride of the Jungle has to

offer This title is equipped with the Stacked

Wilds feature where stacks of Wilds are load-

ed on all reels for gigantic wins that occur

more frequently

The Pride of the Jungle symbol is Wild Play-

ers that obtain twenty Pride of the Jungle

symbols with max bet win the top award

Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

M

Pride of the Jungle

By Rocket Gaming

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

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F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

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5

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2 7

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4

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3

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WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

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W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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12 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GREAT GAMES New Slots

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OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT PARADISE

CASINO

Crystal by Aruze Gaming

The Gold by Aruze Gaming

Catch the Money by Aruze Gaming

The Great Inca by Aruze Gaming

Michael Jackson King of Pop by Bally

Texas Dice by Bally

Dragon Lines by Bally

Triple Trouble by Bally

Dantersquos Diamonds by Bally

One Red Cent by Multimedia Games

Wild Pixies by Multimedia Games

Starry Night by Multimedia Games

Carnival of Rio by Multimedia Games

aradise Casino in Yuma Arizona just recently

installed a wide assortment of exciting new

games King of Dragons by Aruze Gaming a new

Innovator stepper series game is the latest edition to

their slot floor This mythical dragon-themed game is

a 5-reel 30-line stepper with powerful reels 15 differ-

ent reel actions and LEDs that light up in 7 different

colors

King of Dragons has an exciting Bonus and Free Games

feature that is played on the top screen The feature is

triggered when 5 or more Orb symbols appear on the

reels The more Orbs that appear when the Bonus is

triggered the more credit awards are randomly se-

lected during the Orb Prize Selection

King of Dragons integrates classical stepper elements with

new and exciting presentation modes that make for a

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imaginary the thrill and excitement of King of Drag-

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13

New Slots GREAT GAMES

New Slots At Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin

OTHER NEW SLOTS

NOW AT HARRAHrsquoS

AK-CHIN

Hot Shot Dual Wheel by Bally

Michael Jackson Wanna Be Startinrsquo

Something by Bally

Crazy Money by Incredible Technologies

Leonidas by Incredible Technologies

Black Rose by Incredible Technologies

Ferris Bueller by WMS

Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

the Future Back in Time by IGT is a 40-line

game ready for play at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin casino

Players will be excited to see all the recognizable

movie clips from the entire trilogy as they spin the

reels for wilds multipliers scatter pays and more

Thematic bonus rounds keep players engaged as they

race against the clock in the interactive Time Flies

Free Games Bonus which puts destiny in the playerrsquos

hands as they wind up the infamous clock tower to

be awarded with thrilling multipliers During the

Wild West Bonus players select symbols on the

screen to collect fire logs that award credits and mul-

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choose four numbers to potentially match a series of

numbers chosen by the game leading to increased

multipliers Three classic movies and one perfect

game prove that nostalgia and fun never go out of

style $

D

New Slots At Desert Diamond Casino

ootloose has made it onto the floor at Desert Diamond Casino in Tucson So

get your dancing shoes on and cut loose This 5-reel 30-payline 50-credit

cost-to-cover game offers four multi-level progressives a base game that pays

from left-to-right and right-to-left and is packed with iconic imagery hit music

and main characters from the nostalgic film The slot features stacked symbols

and the Letrsquos Dance Respin Feature When two or more stacks of the same sym-

bol land they lock award the player and the other reels re-spin to award more

credits

Three Cut Loose bonus symbols trigger the bonus During the bonus players

select pairs of shoes to reveal a number of steps up the bonus ladder There are

four progressives and four additional bonus events available including Progres-

sive Wheel Bonuses Wheel pointers are awarded based on the line bet multiplier

encouraging higher wagers for a chance at winning one of four progressive jack-

pots Play the Hits Bonus Players choose from cassette tapes revealing credit

awards and possible extra picks Tractor Challenge Bonus Players select icons to

reveal credit awards and forward movement as they play chicken with an oppos-

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successful remake of the film in 2011 The filmrsquos soundtrack hit No 1 on the US Billboard Top Sound-

tracks Footloose is now playing on Broadway

F

14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

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elect from a whole new variety of

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The Game of LifemdashPay Day

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ake way for the new king of the jun-

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Everyone will be talking about the exciting

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Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

M

Pride of the Jungle

By Rocket Gaming

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

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750+ slots blackjack table games

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8002273849

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1300+ slots no smoking slot area

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8006343469

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8004478700

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900+ slots no smoking slot area

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1000+ slots blackjack table games

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and spin for free play

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8006774837

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750+ slots no smoking slot area

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updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

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8002436846

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1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

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the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

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25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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OTHER NEW SLOTS

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Lord of the Rings Return of the King by

WMS

esigned around the hit film franchise Back to

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14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

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Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

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by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

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ake way for the new king of the jun-

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By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

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18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

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$50000 Bingo Scratcher

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For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

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$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

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1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

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750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

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We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

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lenge Every Monday in Janu-

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Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

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Every Thursday in

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winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

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Payout Monday Janu-

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every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

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free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

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Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

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WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

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W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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14 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra

Stack Free Games to an entirely new

level in the latest 5-reel 50-line video game

Ultra Stack Feature This exciting new slot

by Aruze Gaming is the first of its kind as it

offers up to 200 Free Games Between the

random number selection and the 50 pandas

jumping into the reels players will find their

excitement and enthusiasm at an all time

high

The Ultra Stack Free Games can be triggered

by 3 FEATURE symbols appearing on 3 or

more consecutive reels beginning with the

left most reel Each FEATURE symbol that

was involved in triggering the Free Games

will have a number between 1 and 10 appear

within it this is known as the random num-

ber selection The sum of the numbers that

appear within the FEATURE symbols will be

added up and awarded as the total number

of Ultra Stack Free Games to be played Play-

ers can win a STACK and truly make it a

FEATURE to remembermdashan ULTRA STACK

FEATURE

T

GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon

Ultra Stack Feature

By Aruze Gaming

elect from a whole new variety of

careers in this new take on The

Game of Life board game that offers a

distinct approach to awarding base game

wins The Bank of LIFE Pay table is a

unique play mechanic in which any spin

can increase awards that pay out on spe-

cific spin outcomes ndash a way to possibly

win additional awards on each spin

Therersquos also the Pay Day Feature that

may award one of five different enhance-

ments including full WILD Reels Multi-

pliers symbol upgrades and more But

thatrsquos not all Landing on the ldquoCareer

Dayrdquo space on The Game of Life board

triggers the Career Day Bonus where

players pick to match cards for Credits

and multipliers

Itrsquos time to spin the reels in The Game of

Life and win big because itrsquos Pay Day Visit

youtube at wwwyoutubecomwmsslots

or their website at wmscom for more

information on this and other unique

gaming experiences by WMS

S

The Game of LifemdashPay Day

By WMS Gaming

ake way for the new king of the jun-

glemdashRocket Gaming Systems new 5-

reel 40-line video slot game called Pride of

the Jungle

Everyone will be talking about the exciting

bonus features that Pride of the Jungle has to

offer This title is equipped with the Stacked

Wilds feature where stacks of Wilds are load-

ed on all reels for gigantic wins that occur

more frequently

The Pride of the Jungle symbol is Wild Play-

ers that obtain twenty Pride of the Jungle

symbols with max bet win the top award

Three four or five Bonus symbols scattered

adjacent from the leftmost reel triggers the

Free Games Bonus During the feature extra

stacks of Wilds are added to the reels Watch

wins grow as multipliers continue to increase

for each awarded free game For more infor-

mation about this and other Rocket games

visit their website at rocketgamingcom

M

Pride of the Jungle

By Rocket Gaming

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

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18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

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$50000 Bingo Scratcher

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Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

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$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

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7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

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To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

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Page 9: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

Bally TechnologiesmdashNew Slots Coming Soon GREAT GAMES

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 17

By Riley Meredith

Catch the Wave

ew slot machine cabinets hit the casino floors all the

time and letrsquos face it most donrsquot offer anything truly

unique But when it comes to the new cabinet from

Bally we definitely think itrsquos something yoursquore going to

want to see and play Itrsquos called the ALPHA 2 Pro Series Wave

Believe us this is one you certainly wonrsquot overlook on the casino

floor The Wave has a 40-inch HD touchscreen monitor thatrsquos curved

inward ndash the first of its kind in the casino industry and in any other

industry for that matter Touchscreens have been around for years

but we bet you havenrsquot come across a curved touchscreen The

unique design gives you an enormous area to play your favorite

games on but you wonrsquot have to crane your neck up and down to

take in all the action Itrsquos right there in front of you to reach out and

touch

So the cabinet sounds cool but what about the games This one is

more than just a pretty face Bally is producing many new games for

the Wave designed to take advantage of its advanced features The

initial four are Fu Dao Le Dragon Rising Super Red Phoenix and

Super Rise of Ra

Fu Dao Le and Dragon Rising are both 243-way games and offer Ballyrsquos

Mystery Stacks play mechanic in the base game which are only revealed

once the reels have spun These titles also include the Expanding

Wilds feature on reel three in which a partial stack of wilds expands

into a full reel Companion titles Super Red Phoenix and Super Rise

of Ra also include Mystery Stacks in both the base game and free games

and Radiating Wilds in the Free Games feature The Radiating Wilds

expand to make all adjacent horizontal symbols wild possibly cov-

ering entire reels of symbols

All four games also offer the Red Envelope Jackpot progressive This

four-level linked mystery progressive is triggered by a red envelope

on reels one and five When hit yoursquoll win one of the progressive

jackpot amounts

If you arenrsquot big on new games and prefer to stick with your favor-

ites therersquos nothing to worry about since it isnrsquot just new titles yoursquoll

enjoy on the Wave Bally has also designed the Wave to work with

their existing library of video slots you already know and love like

Quick Hit Watch for the wave to hit casino floors soon $

N

18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

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You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

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To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

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18 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

WINNING WAYS

Players Weigh In On Recently we asked a group of players at Apache Gold Casino Resort several questions including

why they liked to gamble at Apache Gold what memorable experiences they had a t the casino

why they keep coming back to play there and what their favorite games are at the casino

The staff at The Arizona Gaming Guide have all played at the casino on many occasions over the years so we

had an idea as to what some of the answers might be We knew wersquod hear about their great selection of games

(especially in pennies) the better payouts the excellent and friendly customer service the great comps at the

playerrsquos club the delicious food all the resort amenities including golf the short and scenic drive from the

Valley the small town charm and more If you havenrsquot been before or itrsquos been a while we highly recommend

our readers visit as soon as possible

But donrsquot just take it from us herersquos what your fellow players had to say about Apache Gold

ldquoI win a lot and itrsquos my favorite place to have

fun Plus the guest service is greatrdquo Favor-

ite Slot Jungle Wild II by WMS

Vivian ToddmdashFlorence Randall GravesmdashSafford

ldquoI win here and I love it at Apache Goldrdquo

Favorite Slots Double Jackpot by Multimedia

Games including Tiger 7rsquos and Smokinrsquo 777

Rosalie PeraltamdashSolomon

ldquoThe casino is in a convenient location has

great jackpots and the right atmosphererdquo

Favorite Slot Triple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe staff is friendly and makes me feel wel-

come Plus the jackpotsrdquo Favorite Games 3

Card Poker and other live table games

Sherry HelselmdashSan Tan Valley Al ChavezmdashTempe

ldquoGood comps and their high limit slot ma-

chines have better payoutsrdquo Favorite Games

Slots and 3 Card Poker

ldquoIn 2010 I hit jackpots of $1200 $5000

$18000 and $2000 all on the same slotrdquo

Favorite Slot African Diamond by Konami

Phil GarciamdashClifton

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

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7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

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Page 11: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

Apache Gold Casino Resort is owned

by the San Carlos Apache Tribe whose

tribal land covers over 18 million acres

in eastern Arizona from the Sonoran

desert to Ponderosa pine forests

Located five miles east of Globe Arizo-

na on Highway 70 the casino features

600 of the newest slot machines availa-

ble 247 Discover the most penny slots

in the State along with exclusive games

like Apache Ponies

Find state-of-the-art video and reel slot

machines and progressives as well as

Blackjack and poker and play at their

200-seat Bingo Hall thatrsquos open five

days a week Enjoy it all in a friendly

and casual atmosphere that promises

more uninterrupted play which means

more chances to win Join their Playerrsquos

Club to win valuable points for prizes

and ldquoperksrdquo like rounds of golf hotel

stays and dining For more info call

800APACHE8 (8002722438) or visit

apache-gold-casinocom $

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19

WINNING WAYS

Apache Gold Casino Resort

ldquoThe odds are better at Apache Gold than at

other casinos Theyrsquove got a good variety of

slots for me to playrdquo

ldquoI have been very lucky at the casino and the

staff knows me by heartrdquo Favorite Slot Tri-

ple Gold Bars by IGT

ldquoThe casino is a lot of fun and I have the

opportunity to meet a lot of nice folks Irsquom a

slot girl Plus I like the scenic driverdquo

ldquoI win often I hit two jackpots in one day I

like the slots and stick to the higher denomi-

nation games when I playrdquo

ldquoThe machines are loose Plus I won

$15000 I prefer Apache Gold over going up

Northrdquo Favorite Slots Any dollar slots

ldquoI love their penny slots And my son won

$3000 during a drawingrdquo Favorite Slot

Game King Keno by IGT

Daniel HinojosmdashWinkelman Don BethkemdashMesa

Les SchwartzmdashArizona Doris TrueloremdashTexas

Gina JonovichmdashGlobe Josie SolismdashChandler

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 21

GAMING NEWS

Law Enforcement Agencies Investigate

Suspected Illegal Gambling

Location of one of the suspected illegal gambling establishments

Snapshot of seized surveillance footage allegedly depicting illegal gambling

n December 12 2013 agents from the Arizona Depart-

ment of Gaming (ADG) Maricopa County Attorneyrsquos

Office Phoenix Police Department Department of

Public Safety and the Glendale Police Department served simul-

taneous warrants at five locations around the Valley This was

part of a combined effort to pursue concerns over alleged illegal

gambling operations throughout Phoenix

The locations included

Pocket Rockets at 13048 W Rancho Santa Fe Road Suites 115

amp 117 in Avondale Cracked Aces at 15224 N 59th Avenue Suite

14 in Glendale AZ Poker Supply at 6003 N 43rd Avenue in

Phoenix Poker Play at 4494 W Peoria Avenue in Glendale and

Joker Social Club at 3519 W Northern Avenue in Phoenix

The evidence gathered by agents suggests possible violations

including possession of gambling devices benefitting from

gambling promotion of gambling and possession of gambling

records Agents seized 11 poker tables and other gambling ma-

terials thousands of poker chips several televisions and sur-

veillance equipment computers records and nearly $5000 in

cash The investigation is ongoing and two people were arrested

on unrelated charges To report suspected illegal gambling con-

tact your local police department or the ADG at 6022553888 $ O

22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

Fre

deri

ck A

lexa

nde

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

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To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

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22 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

GAMING NEWS

Playerrsquos Card to Become General Purpose Prepaid Reloadable Card

eading gaming technology supplier Aristocrat Technologies Inc entered

into a strategic partnership with Wave Crest Group to launch an open-

loop casino card The project is aimed at improving the user experience

for casino patrons and to provide casino operators with new payment

and loyalty solutions to enhance the overall gaming and leisure experience

The open-loop casino card works in conjunction with a casino patronrsquos loyalty

club card account and will be issued by partner banks providing FDIC insurance

over casino patron balances and will be powered by the Wave Crest enterprise

payments platform The purpose of the card is to provide casino patrons with a

convenient and secure way to electronically fund their loyalty club account from a

single external source and to access their gaming winnings and other available

funds through their casino card enabling spend wherever open-loop prepaid

cards are accepted It also provides casino operators with a superior solution and

integrated experience for their patrons while significantly reducing cost and risk

associated with cash handling

The casino card allows casino patrons to manage their gaming and leisure spend-

ing with a convenient and secure solution As a General Purpose Reloadable Pre-

paid Card it offers features that enable individual users to load and unload funds

through their bank account creditdebit cards and loyalty club personal banker

account The casino card can also be used to make retail and online purchases and

to withdraw cash from ATMs Users can also transfer funds between their casino

card account and loyalty club personal banker account in real time In addition

the casino card comes with an intuitive online account management system and a

mobile application for Android and iOS based phones

Aristocrat Vice President of Product Strategy Daniel De Waal said ldquoAt Aristocrat

we are transforming the game and now with this new agreement with Wave

Crest we are transforming the way casino patrons pay for their gaming experi-

ence Wave Crest Vice President of Business Development Jeremy Gies added

ldquoThe casino card provides players with an open-loop GPR card account for a

seamless gaming and entertainment experience Its advanced technology allows

for easy transfer of funds between the card account and the casino cashier and it

can be used interchangeably to fund casino loyalty accounts or as a network-

branded payment card Above all it provides players with one card account for all

entertainment spend that provides convenience security privacy and flexibilityrdquo

The open-loop casino card technology will be available to those casinos using Aris-

tocratrsquos Oasis 360 player tracking program And since the Oasis 360 is the most

widely used system in Arizona and North America expect to be able to use this

all-purpose card very soon $

L

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

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$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

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Page 14: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

ARIZONA LOTTERY Winners

24 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

then took a closer look at the ticket and discovered what they

thought was $5000 was actually $50000 the top prize for the

game Michael who moved to Phoenix from Pennsylvania to be

closer to his daughter was happy beyond belief with his win

He plans to pay off some bills get a new car take care of some

personal expenses and save the rest

Michael who is temporarily working as a manager for a sub

shop used to play guitar with a touring band He is currently

working to get back into the music field He doesnrsquot have much

spare time but what time he does have he spends with his

daughter The winning ticket was purchased at Albertsons 8950

W Bell Road Peoria $

By Cindy Esquer

ichael Knight of Peoria likes to play Bingo Scratchers but

only plays when he has extra cash He recently pur-

chased five $2 Bingo Scratchers Then he took his winnings and

purchased two Diamond Dazzler tickets from the Lottery vend-

ing machine At first he thought hersquod won $150 and was thrilled

but then he and his girlfriend took a closer look and thought it

was perhaps $5000 Since they werenrsquot sure they took the ticket

to the store to be scanned

The store clerk didnrsquot know how much the ticket was worth but

gave Michael the papers that the terminal had printed They

M M

icha

el K

nig

ht

$50000 Bingo Scratcher

$50000 Money Tree Scratcher

Ash

ley

San

ders

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

A

F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

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deri

ck A

lexa

nde

r

26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

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games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

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1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

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8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

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8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

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8004478700

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900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

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8002371739

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1000+ slots blackjack table games

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8006774837

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750+ slots no smoking slot area

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publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

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25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

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1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

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Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

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Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

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42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

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2 8 6

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Page 15: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 25

For more information on the Arizona Lottery visit their website at arizonalotterycom

For the winning numbers call 4808297425 in Phoenix or 5203259141 in Tucson All

other areas in Arizona call 18004993798

Winners ARIZONA LOTTERY

lthough it ended up being a great day for Ashley Sanders

Friday November 15 did not start out that way As she

was pulling in to the gas station one of the tires on her car

blew She went to change it and discovered that the tire iron

was not in the trunk Another customer offered to help but lo

and behold his tire iron was also missing from his car Finally

the store clerk went to her car to get her tire iron but it was too

big At which point Ashley threw up her hands and went in-

side the store to get a cold drink The way her luck had been

running she wasnrsquot surprised the store was out of the soda she

wanted so she got another flavor instead While she was pay-

ing for her drink she told the clerk ldquoIrsquom feeling lucky give me

a $5 Money Tree Scratchersrdquo Having observed the fiasco with

the tire iron the clerk laughed and said ldquoRight Maybe yoursquoll

get the jackpotrdquo

Ashley went back to her car to scratch the ticket and got the

shock of her life Her lucky feeling had become a reality shersquod

just won the top prize of $50000 on Money Tree She went back

inside the store to show the clerk It was difficult to tell who

was more excited Ashley or the clerk After she got home Ash-

ley called her family to tell them the good news When she got

to work she immediately told her boss that she needed to re-

deem the ticket he told her to ldquoget goingrdquo She had been won-

dering how she was going to come up with the money for her

airfare home for the holidays Now she didnrsquot have to wonder

anymore She could take her trip pay off some bills and have

some left to save The winning ticket was purchased at a retailer

at 5105 E Elliot Road Phoenix

rederick Alexander of Glendale said ldquoI always play the

crossword Scratchersrdquo He recently purchased one Coffee

Break Crossword and took it home for his wife to check Only after she

had checked it did he take it to a store to have it scanned When

Frederick took his ticket to the Arizona Lottery office to redeem

it he was still shocked that hersquod won $50000 He plans to share

the money with his family Some of it will be used for a down

payment on a house and some of it will go towards a trust fund

for his son The winning ticket was purchased at Quik Trip

5082 NW Grand Ave Glendale $

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F

$50000 Coffee Break Crossword

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

lueWater Resort amp Casino is proud to announce the

opening of a major traveling exhibition Leonardo da

Vinci Man-Inventor-Genius and Man-Artist-Genius

Including 60 invention models and 23 replicated artistic master-

pieces Leonardo da Vinci is an educational exhibition of une-

qualed fascination

Made to scale and produced by the Italian artisan family who

has been building the inventions to da Vinci specifications for

two centuries the models of Man-Inventor-Genius include in-

teractive inventions and machines from the four codices flight

civil machines hydraulics amp engineering and military machines

The craftsmanship and beauty of the materials used by da Vinci

are represented just as they were in the 15th century

Complimenting the invention models Man-Artist-Genius com-

bines made-to-scale replicas of all of da Vincirsquos masterpiece

paintings together with films of da Vincirsquos life an audio video

guide and recorded music composed by da Vinci Through this

exhibition visitors will have the rare opportunity of seeing all of

da Vincirsquos paintings together in the same place Additionally

they will have the pleasure of considering how the masterpieces

relate to the artistrsquos love of science and nature

ldquoBlueWater Resort amp Casino will soon be home to over 80 repli-

cas of Leonardo da Vincirsquos creations We look forward to shar-

ing the story of da Vinci with the community as it is truly a

fascinating onerdquo said Anthony Chavez representative of Blue-

Water Resort amp Casino

Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest geniuses the world

has ever known More than five hundred years ago he designed

flying machines robots submarines underwater breathing

gear solar powered industries and laid most of the groundwork

for the artificial heart valve With little formal education his

brilliance lay in his ability to master different subjects and fuse

them together through observation insight and inspiration

The exhibition includes interactive computer stations an educa-

tional time room theatre room and music composed by da Vin-

B

Images Copyright copy Event Marketing Services Vienna

Leonardo da Vinci Man Inventor Genius amp Man Artist Genius

Exhibition tour organized by EMS Vienna and distributed by Exhibits Development Group USA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

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1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

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750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

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We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 27

ci In addition the Leonardo da Vinci Man-Artist-Genius exhi-

bition presents the twenty-three da Vinci masterpieces to repli-

cated scale making it the most comprehensive and educational

da Vinci exhibition ever to tour the United States

The exhibition opens to the public in the BlueWater Showroom

Saturday January 11 2014 and continues through April 22

2014 The hours of operation will be from 8am to 10pm seven

days a week Admission is $20 (discounts may apply) and pre-

sale tickets are now available for $15 For more information

please call 8666360171 or visit bluewaterfuncomdavinci

Opened in 1999 BlueWater Resort amp Casino along the shores of

the Colorado River in Parker Arizona is fast becoming the en-

tertainment capital of western Arizona An enterprise of the

Colorado River Indian Tribes BlueWater features 200 river and

mountain view rooms and suites over 500 slot machines table

games poker room and a bingo hall

Nationally renowned celebrities appear regularly at the Blue-

Water Amphitheater and Show Room performing January 25th

is Wynonna and the Big Noise and Kenny Rogers March 22nd

The resort has an over 100 slip marina and several restaurants

including River Willow Parkerrsquos outstanding steakhouse and

The Riverrsquos Edge Cantina a dockside open-air marina restau-

rant and night club along with the Wake Board Island wake

board cable park For reservations and information call

8882433360 or visit bluewaterfuncom $

Leonardo was the embodiment of a Renaissance Man

having been a painter sculptor architect musician

mathematician engineer inventor anatomist geolo-

gist cartographer botanist and writer

An ambidextrous paranoid dyslexic Leonardo could

draw forward with one hand while writing backward

with the other producing a mirror-image script that

others found difficult to readmdashwhich was exactly the

point

Famous Leonardo da Vinci quotes include

He who thinks little errs much

I know that many will call this useless work

There are three classes of people those who see those

who see when they are shown and those who do not see

CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

more A must try as a main

dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

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(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

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1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

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keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

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racesports book Build your own

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8002273849

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1300+ slots no smoking slot area

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8006343469

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490 slots blackjack table games

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8004478700

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900+ slots no smoking slot area

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8002436846

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1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

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Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

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During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

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Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

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42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

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3

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4

6

3

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WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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CASINO DINING

28 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

bull 3 cups all-purpose flour

bull 1 tablespoon baking powder

bull 1 teaspoon salt

bull 1 frac14 cups warm water

bull Oil for cooking

Mix flour baking powder and salt together Then slowly pour the warm water into the

center and mix by hand Make sure that the dough is smooth and not sticky If the dough is

too sticky add a pinch of flour until it is smooth Cover the dough for 10 minutes with a

dishtowel Next divide the mixture in two equal halves Then divide each half into two

equal halves Continue with this process until you have eight equal sized portions Roll

each portion into a ball and then flatten with a rolling pin or by hand Preheat an inch of oil

in a frying pan and place the dough in the pan when oil is hot Cook for 2-3 minutes per

side or until the edges are brown and then flip over Once fried place on a paper towel to

absorb any excess grease Top with powdered sugar honey jam maple syrup and crushed

walnuts or use as a base for an Indian Taco mdashmdashmdash Submitted By Tanya Mendez

Best Casino Indian Fry Bread

Our favorite Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort near

Flagstaff Specialties include

Fry Bread Hamburgers Fry

Bread Fajitas and so much

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dish or a dessert or both

azgamingguidecom | November 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29

30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

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30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

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Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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unclaimed prizes rolling over At

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hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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all of the digits 1 - 9 None of the digits may appear more than

once in each column row and 3 x 3 grid

(Solution on page 50)

5

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6

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4

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In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

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L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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30 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

TRIBAL NEWS

By Rachel Brockway

he tribal enterprises that are the foundation for the Ari-

zona Indian Gaming Association (AIGA) have a great

story to tell While many people associate the Arizona

casinos with entertainment most donrsquot realize the far-reaching

community benefits our state receives that are a direct result of

the economic impact of Arizonarsquos tribal casinos

When many of Arizonarsquos tribes put forth the proposition to

have gaming available on tribal lands the leadership made a

promise to the state and local governments to give a portion of

the gaming revenue back In 2002 when Arizona voters passed

Proposition 202 the gaming compacts outlined the specifics of

that promise Today that means 12 percent is directed to city

town and county governments for government services and an

additional nine percent goes to the statersquos regulatory expenses

The tribes contribute the remaining 79 percent to the Arizona

Benefits Fund a grass roots organization of individuals busi-

nesses tribes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations The

fund supports such programs as education emergency services

wildlife and habitat conservation statewide tourism and the

prevention and treatment of problem gambling

According to a report conducted by the AIGA since 2002 the 22

Native American tribes that have compacts with the state have

T contributed nearly $1 billion in total revenues to Arizona But

the benefits to the state go far beyond the money contributed

through Proposition 202 Not only do the tribal casinos employ

more than 15000 people who pay income sales and other tax-

es but they also make an indirect impact through volunteer

work and investments

For example this year the Ak-Chin Indian Community who is

an AIGA member made a financial investment in the city of

Maricopa The communityrsquos $10 million investment is not only

directly supporting the Maricopa Unified School District but a

significant portion of that investment has been allocated to the

operation of the cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex

ldquoProposition 202 has made an impact far beyond the original

projections to provide much needed support to our staterdquo said

Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr ldquoThe Ak-Chin

Indian Community is an active participant in the AIGA because

we believe that it is the right thing to do and it is at the core of

who we are which is to help better our community the commu-

nity around us and the state of Arizonardquo

Through earnings from Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin and Ak-Chin Farms

the community has made significant investments not only on

Left to right Debra GriffinmdashPresident of the Gila River Gaming Enterprises Board of Directors Derrick WatchmanmdashNavajo National Gaming Enterprises CEO and

Chairman of the Board of the National Council on American Indian Enterprise Development John JamesmdashCEO of Gila River Gaming Enterprises

Great For Tribes Great For Arizona

TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

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TRIBAL NEWS

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31

tribal lands but also in the surrounding communities Adding

multiple enterprises such as the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle and Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Course allows the Ak-Chin Indian Community to continue adding jobs multiple revenue sources and much needed volunteers For example Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino employees make a differ-ence through volunteering with the HERO program In 2012 the Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino HERO volunteers broke the property record for the amount of time and money donated Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin volunteers logged more than 12000 volunteer hours The casino and its employees continue to donate their time and atten-tion via participation in events throughout the year that benefit local non-profit organizations In fact over 65 percent of more than 700 employees participated during the year

Tribal gaming is important to the state of Arizona as it provides much needed financial support for important programs such as education and emergency services The AIGA continues to advo-cate educate and promote Tribal gaming to benefit Tribes and all of Arizona It is important for the population of Arizona to under-stand that our Tribal casinos provide us with much more than en-tertainment and there are multiple community benefits that our

state receives that we otherwise would not have $

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino (above) and its HERO volunteers (pictured below)

with Robert Livingston Vice President and General Manager present a $50000

donation on behalf of Caesars Foundation to Wendy Webb Executive Director

of FOR Maricopa This $50000 check is the second installment of a combined 3

year $300000 donation with the Ak-Chin Indian Community

The tribes that currently have compacts with the state are Ak-Chin Indian Community Cocopah Tribe Fort McDowell

Yavapai Nation Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Fort Yuma-Quechan Tribe Gila River Indian Community Havasupai Tribe

Hualapai Tribe Kaibab Paiute Tribe Navajo Nation Pascua Yaqui Tribe Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community San

Carlos Apache Tribe Tohono Orsquoodham Nation White Mountain Apache Tribe Yavapai Apache Nation and Zuni Tribe For

more information about the AIGA and their members please visit azindiangamingorg

32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

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Birthday Free Play

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Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

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Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

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In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

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P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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32 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO GOLF

Say Wow To Sewailo

t took longer than anticipated to get the greens ready and the ball teed up but

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona an 18-hole par 72 championship layout

owned by the Pascua Yaqui tribe is now open for business

Backhoes and bulldozers showed up in mid-February 2012 to break ground with an

announced opening date of 12-12-12 In ceremonies that day a deer dancer blessed

the grounds and tribal chairman Peter Yucupicio noted ldquoYou canrsquot just come in fire

up the bulldozers and start changing the landscape You have to first talk to the land

and ask for permission We asked our Creator and the ground the trees the rocks ---

God put you here for a reason and wersquore going to change you a bit but all the things

wersquore doing are for everyonersquos benefithellipthe tribe all of Tucson all of Southern Arizo-

nardquo

And for any golfer anywhere who visits the newest of Tucsonrsquos golf courses (three

are already ranked in Golf Digestrsquos 75 Best Golf Resorts in North AmericamdashThe Ritz-

Carlton at Dove Mountain the Lodge at Ventana Canyon and Lowes Ventana Can-

yon) ldquoThis lush oasis-style PGA-quality course will revolutionize golf in this part of

the countryrdquo said NavajoPueblo native course designer Notah Begay III former pro

golfer now golf commentator for NBC TV and The Golf Channel (as well as former

college roommate of another golfing icon Tiger Woods)

I By Lee Allen

Sewailo Golf Course Tees Off

Sewailo means ldquoFlower Worldrdquo which is the heritage of the Pascua

Yaqui Tribe of Native Americans owners of the land the casino and

now the golf course

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona

CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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CASINO GOLF

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 33

Sewailo (Flower World in the Yaqui language) is the third

course designed by Begay who walked the terrain before con-

ceptualizing a layout plan ldquoThese projects start from the stand-

point of culture and itrsquos important we maintain and respect cul-

ture and tradition in the communities we work with I asked for

guidance from our Creator as we shaped these holesrdquo

There was a whole lot of shaping going on as the plan evolved

ldquoThis will be one of the top courses in Arizonardquo Begay predict-

ed ldquoThe course design from routing of the holes to landscape

architecture will put us in strong consideration for one of the

top rankings This course will have the capability to challenge

golfers of all skill levelsrdquo

Managed by Troon Golf of Scottsdale a group that already

oversees properties in more than two dozen states and an equal

number of countries will handle daily coordination By their

estimation it should take 4 frac12 hours to play through the 18-hole

par 72 course that measures 7400 yards from the championship

tees (with 5 different tee boxes on each hole to allow for players

of all abilities)

Nestled nicely on the 200-acre Pascua Yaqui property large

lakes flowing streams waterfalls and plush landscaping blend

with the northern Sonoran desert topography to create a transi-

tion from desert to oasis winding seamlessly through gently-

rolling terrain

The course will feature an extensive driving range and practice

areas for putting and chipping A full complement of Callaway

Golf rental equipment is available for both guests of the Casino

Del Sol Resort and the general public

ldquoThe Pascua Yaqui tribe continues to shape this land and create

economic opportunitiesrdquo former development officer Mark

Birtha announced at the groundbreaking event ldquoFrom the ini-

tial Casino of the Sun to the Ava Amphitheatre entertainment

venue to the $130 million Casino Del Sol Resort itrsquos all part of

our mission to create a boutique property with the bells and

whistles of a Las Vegas resort and the golf course celebrates the

beginning of yet another new chapterrdquo

Tribal Chairman Peter Yucupicio told the audience at the ribbon

-cutting ldquoWersquove gone from a lsquoyou canrsquot do anything with this

landrsquo prediction to all the things wersquove already built and wersquore

not going to stop hererdquo

For Begay the successful golfer turned commentator turned

businessman turned entrepreneur the new course bearing his

stamp is another example of the perseverance and dedication

necessary to be a success in the business world and a model for

Native youth to follow

ldquoBy age 6 I was recycling aluminum cans to raise enough mon-

ey to buy a bucket of practice balls By age 9 I was working for

the club pro --- for free --- to have no-cost access to the course

And by age 17 I was the 1 junior golfer in the countryrdquo The

uphill climb continued on the PGA tour with four tournament

wins that brought in more than $5 million

Cognizant of the full-circle concept Begay now gives back in the

form of dollar donations to charities and mentoring of Native

youth ldquoI get media attention because of who I am and you can

leverage that celebrity into a collective good by leading by ex-

amplerdquo he says ldquoMy message is donrsquot buy into a negative phi-

losophy and donrsquot limit your dreams As Indian peoples our

business endeavors are doing well and wersquore gaining traction in

a lot of areasrdquo

Stressing that helping hands help all those involved Begay

looked out over the sparkling fairways he helped create and

said ldquoWhen I first came here there was a lot of uncertainty

about what a world-class golf facility could do for the communi-

ty and today we note this isnrsquot an end itrsquos just a beginning

When it comes to golf courses Irsquove seen the best and played the

best and it doesnrsquot get any better than thisrdquo $

Sewailo Golf Course in Tucson Arizona Notah Begay at the ribbon-cutting ceremony

34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

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We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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34 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

LAUGHLIN NEVADA Directory amp Gaming Statistics

Aquarius Casino Resort

800662LUCK

aquariuscasinoresortcom

1250+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps keno race

sports book

Avi Resort amp Casino

(Fort Mojave Tribe)

8004300721

avicasinocom

1000+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

keno racesports book KidsQuest

Colorado Belle Hotel Casino

8774600777

coloradobellecom

750+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room keno

racesports book Build your own

amazing burger at Pintrsquos Brewery

Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino

8002273849

riversideresortcom

1300+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area bingo black-

jack table games craps roulette

poker room keno racesports book

Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall

8006343469

pioneerlaughlincom

490 slots blackjack table games

craps roulette sports book Make

sure to check out the video poker amp

reel slots

Harrahrsquos Laughlin

8004478700

harrahslaughlincom

900+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games craps roulette poker room

live keno racesports book

Golden Nugget Laughlin

8002371739

goldennuggetcomlaughlin

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette poker room sports

book Sign up for the playerrsquos club

and spin for free play

Edgewater Hotel Casino

8006774837

edgewater-casinocom

750+ slots no smoking slot area

high limit slots area blackjack table

games roulette craps racesports

book Great all-around casino

We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information To inform us of

updates please email editorazgamingguidecom The Nevada Gaming Control Board

publishes statistics on casino gaming activity in Nevada according to their statersquos gaming

regulations The most current data for Laughlin at press time is from three months prior

A negative hold percentage indicates that game overpaid during the stated month

Tropicana Laughlin

8002436846

tropicanaxcom

1000+ slots blackjack table games

craps roulette and a sports book

Stop in for lunch at Carnegiersquos or

the Poolside Cafeacute and enjoy the food

River Palms Resort Casino

8777877256

river-palmscom

550+ slots bingo blackjack table

games craps roulette sports book

Donrsquot miss the view of the river from

Dennyrsquos

Slots Hold Tables Hold

Loose $25 329 Craps 1416

$1 466 Blackjack 21 1677

25cent 586 Pai Gow Poker 1881

Multi-Denom 644 Roulette 2177

$5 759 Let It Ride 2555

5cent 858 Other Table Games 2887

1cent 1198 Three Card Poker 3358

Tight Megabucks 1579

Other Hold Revenue Dollars

Loose Sports Pools 1437 Slots 370 mil

Race Books 1679 Tables 33 mil

Tight Live Keno 1826 Other 07 mil

Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics October 2013

36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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36 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

All-You-Can-Eat Baby Back Ribs Only $1295

During your next trip to Laughlin make sure to stop in at The Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall for delicious All-You-Can-Eat

Baby Back Ribs for $1295 at the Boarding House Restaurant served from 4-9pm every Saturday Other specials include Steak amp

Lobster meal for only $1595 on Thursdays Prime Rib or Shrimp Scampi for $1595 on Fridays and their award-winning

Champagne Brunch for $1195 every Sunday from 8am-1pm For more information call 18555252125

LAUGHLIN NEVADA News

News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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News LAUGHLIN NEVADA

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37

he first ever Capriottirsquos Sandwich Shop on the Laugh-

lin strip is now open at the Edgewater Casino Resort

The sandwich shop is located at the south end of the casino

floor near the casinorsquos river walk access and just steps away

from the Race amp Sports Book and Edgewaterrsquos Showroom

The 100th franchise opening for Capriottirsquos Edgewaterrsquos

shop is a milestone in the award-winning sandwich fran-

chisersquos 37-year history The shoprsquos The Bobbie pictured

right is a savory sandwich filled with roasted turkey

stuffing and cranberry sauce with a touch of mayo on a

freshly baked roll voted ldquoThe Greatest Sandwich in Ameri-

cardquo by AOL readers

Capriottirsquos roasts their turkey and beef in-house nightly to

ensure the highest quality in its signature subs In addition to

offering a wide range of sandwiches Capriottirsquos also hand-

tosses a variety of fresh salads such as The Black amp Blue

made with chopped greens homemade premium roast beef

tomatoes diced cucumbers and topped with bleu cheese

crumbles

T

CAPRIOTTIrsquoS

COMES TO LAUGHLIN Edgewater sandwich shop 100th Capriottirsquos location

ldquoWe are extremely excited to open Capriottirsquos at the Edgewater

The sandwich shoprsquos products are very popular wherever a shop is

located Wersquore confident the shop will provide an exceptional din-

ing experience and value for our guestsrdquo said Nick Della Penna

Vice President of Food amp Beverage Capriottirsquos is open daily start-

ing at 1030am For more information about Capriottirsquos or the Edge-

water Casino Resort visit edgewater-casinocom $

Security cameras at Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin Nevada confirmed the number

31 hit a lucky seven times in a row at one of the Aquarius roulette tables just recently A

lucky player was at the roulette table at the time of the anomaly and won $540

On roulette players have a 38 to 1 chance of hitting a specific number The odds of

hitting a specific number seven times in a row are approximately 114 billion to one ldquoThe

odds of this happening are astronomicalrdquo said Aquarius Casino Resort General Manager

Sean Hammond ldquoWe have inspected the wheel and reviewed the play Everything

checks outrdquo Now that was one lucky run

CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

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SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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CASINO DIRECTORY

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Listings

38 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Apache Gold CasinomdashGlobe AZmdash8002722438

Cabaret Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands every weekend

Pavilion

Chris Young with special guest Tommy Ash BandmdashJan 17

BlueWater CasinomdashParker AZmdash8882433360

Dig Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJsmdashDaily at 5pm

BlueWater Showroom

Leonardo da Vinci ExhibitionmdashJan 11-Apr 22

Wynona amp Big NoisemdashJan 25

Kenny RogersmdashMar 22

Casino ArizonamdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom

Monday Night Showroom FootballmdashMondays during football season

Pyromania (Def Leppard Tribute)mdashJan 10-11

Motley Cruersquod (Motley Crue Tribute)mdashJan 24-25

Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)mdashJan 31-Feb 1

Led Zepagain (Led Zeppelin Tribute)mdashFeb 7

Aeromyth (Aerosmith Tribute)mdashFeb 21-22

Wanted (Bon Jovi Tribute)mdashFeb 28-Mar 1

The Arizona Room

Country Dance Nights (Learn to dance)mdashWednesdays at 6pm

Marty Taylor Band (Cover band)mdashSundays from 9pm to 1am

Casino Del SolmdashTucson AZmdash5208386506

AVA Amphitheater

No event information for January at press time

Cliff Castle CasinomdashCamp Verde AZmdash8003817568

Dragonfly Lounge

Featuring a variety of live bands karaoke amp DJs

Cocopah Resort CasinomdashSomerton AZmdash8002375687

Events

Comedy Night with The Comedy MachinemdashJan 18

Karaoke with Bling BlingmdashWe-Fr at 8pm

La Vida Loca (Latin Music)mdashFr at 9pm

A variety of live music every Saturday night on the casino floor

Desert Diamond Casino ImdashTucson AZmdash8663329467

Monsoon Nightclub

Groovinrsquo FridaysmdashTucsons Funkiest Old School Dance Party

Noches CalientemdashSaturdays the hottest Tex Mex and Tejano music

Desert Diamond Casino IImdashSahuarita AZmdash8663329467

Sports Bar

Karaoke Night in the Sports BarmdashWednesdays 7-11pm

Live music or DJsmdashFridays amp Saturdays

Diamond Center

STYXmdashJan 17

Chris YoungmdashJan 18

Oh What A NightmdashFeb 8

Rodney AtkinsmdashFeb 22 (Rodeo Weekend)

Ron ldquoTater Saladrdquo WhitemdashMar 29

Doobie BrothersmdashApr 4

Fort McDowell CasinomdashFort McDowell AZmdash8008433678

Lucky 7 Saloon

Featuring a variety of live music every weekend

Harrahs Ak-Chin CasinomdashMaricopa AZmdash4808025000

The Lounge

John AndersonmdashJan 17

The HamptonsmdashJan 18

Kalimba Band (Earth Wind amp fire Tribute)mdashJan 24

Georgia ChromemdashJan 25

Cold ShottmdashJan 31

Wild Wednesdays from Noon to 4pm SwingtipsmdashJan 8 Band

Stand Shows 50rsquosmdashJan 15 Trio 380mdashJan 22 SilhouettemdashJan 29

Hot Latin Nights from 8pm to midnight on Thursdays fea tures

AzTexmdashJan 16

Hon-Dah CasinomdashPinetop AZmdash8009298744

Timbers Lounge and Showroom

Munday FundaymdashComedy Show begins at 7pm

Featuring a variety of live local talent Tuesday through Saturday

Oh What a Night is a loving concert and tribute to the music of the

boys from Jersey Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons This is an

exciting musical revue written by Motown producer and crea-

tive consultant George Solomon directed by award-winning

producerdirector Michael Chapman with choreography by

Paul Holmquist This exhilarating musical revue has been

thrilling audiences across the world with great choreography

boundless energy humor and timeless pop classics Sherry

Big Girls Dont Cry Walk Like A Man Cant Take My Eyes Off

You My Eyes Adored You Working My Way Back To You Lets

Hang On and Who Loves You are just some of the many hits you ll

enjoy from the dynamic songbook of those boys from Jersey

Frankie Valli amp The Four Seasons Between the score of recog-

nizable tunes Oh What a Night delivers informative and of-

ten hilarious banter between the stellar high-spirited cast

Treena Parvello Director of Public Relations and Communica-

tions for the Tohono Orsquoodham Gaming Enterprise said ldquoJoin

us for a family-friendly afternoon of music dance and laugh-

ter as we celebrate the amazing music Frankie Valli amp The

Four Seasons with Oh What a Nightrdquo

Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

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Talking Stick Resort Presents

STYX January 18 2014

Blending heavy guitar riffs with elements of musical

theater Styx revolutionized the rock genre the moment

they emerged from a Chicago basement in the early 70s

Fans will rock out to the grouprsquos signature sound when

they return to Talking Stick Resort in the Salt River

Grand Ballroom on Jan 18 Classic hits include Blue

Collar Man Come Sail Away and Too Much Time On My

Hands Styx embarked on the musical scene more than three

decades ago The bandrsquos roster changed several times

throughout its career with legendary guitarist Tommy

Shaw joining the group in 1975 Shaw proved to be a

great fit as the band would go on to release 16 Top 40

hits and four consecutive triple-platinum albums Donrsquot

miss this rare opportunity to Shaw and company when

Styx is live in Scottsdale Tickets for the concert are on

sale now Call 4808507777 and ask for the box office or

visit their website at talkingstickresortcom for more

information

Editorrsquos Pick CASINO ENTERTAINMENT

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39

Lone Butte CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

Cascades Lounge

Phoenix area bands amp DJs offer free live entertainment

WemdashCountry ThmdashPolka Party FrmdashLatin SamdashTop 40Dance

Verona Chophouse

Talia Livemdash Saturdays 5-9pm

Sunday Jazz Brunch Livemdash10am-3pm

Mazatzal CasinomdashPayson AZmdash8007777529

Event Center

No events scheduled at press time

Paradise CasinomdashYuma AZmdash8887774946

Sharkyrsquos Bar amp Bites

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Quechan CasinomdashWinterhaven CAmdash8777832426

Sidewinders Bar amp Grill

Featuring a variety of live music on the weekends

Pipa Event Center

EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Tribute)mdashJan 16-18

Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdale AZmdash4808507777

The Showroom amp Grand Ballroom

STYXmdashJan 18

Hot Tuna and Leon RussellmdashJan 24

Larry The Cable GuymdashFeb 1

Average White BandmdashFeb 8

Twin Arrows Navajo CasinomdashFlagstaff AZmdash8559468946

Featuring a variety of local regional amp headlining acts Call for info

Vee Quiva CasinomdashLaveen AZmdash8009464452

VQ Live

Featuring a variety of cover bands local amp regional acts Call for info

Event Center

JoDee MessinamdashFeb 14

Little Joe y La FamiliamdashFeb 15

Under a Blood Red Sky (U2 Tribute)mdashMar 15

Wild Horse Pass CasinomdashChandler AZmdash8009464452

AiRIA UnpluggedmdashLive music Fri amp Sat 4pm-2am

Encore LoungemdashFeaturing a variety of live music nightly

Classics With A TwistmdashFeaturing jazz music amp cocktails Thu-Sun

Showroom

DaughtrymdashDec 6

Eddie MoneymdashDec 7

Ana Barbara amp The Mariachi Sol de Mexico Jose FernandezmdashDec 13

Big Bad Voodoo DaddymdashDec 27

Chris Simpson and Adam Gropman (Comedy)mdashDec 28

PwerdrivemdashDec 31

AbbaFab (ABBA Tribute)mdashJan 4 2014

Yavapai CasinomdashPrescott AZmdash8007568744

Yavapai Cantina

Karaoke with Cruisinrsquo SusanmdashFr at 8pm-12am

Featuring a variety of live bands on Saturdays from 7 to 10pm Verify all details amp age restrictions (generally 21 amp over) for each event Venues times dates amp ticket

information are subject to change Photosimages copyright of the individual artist(s) photographer(s)

or venue(s) All Rights Reserved We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

City Phone Slots Hig

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imit

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a

Bin

go

Casino Liv

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

Par

k

Go

lf

Location Sp

a

Arc

ade

01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

1 7 8

4 5 6

9 2 3

4 2 6

9 3 1

7 8 5

5 3 9

7 2 8

1 6 4

7 3 9

8 1 2

5 6 4

5 1 4

3 6 9

2 7 8

2 8 6

4 5 7

3 9 1

3 8 1

2 9 7

6 4 7

6 5 7

8 4 3

1 9 2

9 4 2

6 1 5

8 7 3

Word Search Solution

E C I T U J S

R I G H T S E N

N L C A

M A E A C R

A F C A I E R

R R I R H L D

L C E R E C K A Y E

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Page 29: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

40 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

CASINO NIGHTLIFE

By Ramses Ja

trsquos time to put a name to the face you have been seeing and

the voice you have been hearing across the valley Andrew

ldquoHosperdquo Hospedales is a talented DJhost that has been appear-

ing more and more frequently at Talking Stick Resortrsquos rooftop

nightclub Degree 270 as well as in their TSR Lounge I am famil-

iar with him as a radio personality so his hosting prowess came

as no surprisehellipbut his skills on the turntables really impressed

me I finally convinced him to take the time to tell me what

makes partying with him so much funhellip

RJ For those who donrsquot know you tell us a little about your-

self

I first started DJing in Southern California in Orange County as a

teenager I started with local house parties for classmates and commu-

nity events Eventually I started DJing for local promoters I moved to

Tucson in 2006 to take a job in radio I began hosting on Hot 983 and

DJing parties around Tucsonmdashprimarily for the U of A crowd I

moved up to Phoenix almost 2 years ago to host the morning show on

1011 FM The Beat and I have been DJing here and in Tucson ever

since then

RJ Irsquove heard you spin and I noticed that you are very good at

reading your crowd What do you think makes you such a

good DJ

I honestly donrsquot know how to answer that If I had to guess I would

think that my time in Tucson gave me an awesome opportunity to

learn the different ways people consume music My station was geared

toward the college crowd Tucson is a big party town and the people

there arenrsquot afraid of new music Maybe thatrsquos why Irsquom so confident

during my sets I believe that people will love the music if itrsquos present-

ed to them the right way and the set is balanced with music they al-

ready love and music they will love once they hear it

RJ So when and where can people catch your performance

First and foremost listen to me on the radio Irsquom on Monday through

Friday on 1011 FM from 6am ndash 10am Last year I spent some time in

the TSR Lounge but toward the end I found myself spinning more

and more upstairs at Degree 270 on Saturdays The other DJ Q Ward

and I have been firing on all cylinders for some time now so Irsquom hop-

ing that continues The view is awesomehellipthe staff and the bartenders

I

are awesomehellipthe crowd and the energy are awesome Everyone has a

good time up there

I couldnrsquot agree more It is certainly true that Hospe knows how

to rock a party Having a passion for all genres of music cou-

pled with his unmatched technical proficiency on the turntables

ensures that Hospe can cater to all types of crowds In his own

words Hospe states ldquoIf music is the heart of the party then the

DJ is the brainrdquo Genius

Talking Stick Resortrsquos TSR Lounge is located just downstairs

from the main casino floor in the Atrium The TSR Lounge fea-

tures a live DJ drink specials and a plush ambiance to enjoy

your weekends out Enjoy the party at the TSR Lounge every

weekend on Fridays from 8pm to 2am and Saturdays from 5pm

to 2am Located high on the hotels 14th floor Degree 270 offers

an unbeatable mix of live entertainment great dancing and

picturesque views of the Valley New additions to this venue

include an expanded dance floor modern deacutecor and renovated

bar Degree 270 is open Fridays and Saturdays from 8pm to

2am Cover is $10 for men complimentary for women and free

for everyone on Friday nights Must be 21 years or older to enter

both establishments For more information on TSR Lounge and

Degree 270 visit talkingstickresortcom or call 4808507777 $

Ramses Ja Rudi King-Taylor II

bullMusic DirectorOn-Air Host (3-7pm) for

KNRJ-FM 1011 The Beat

bullResident DJVJ for KTVK-3TV Friday 10am

bullHost of REDY Set Radio

bullOfficial Bum Squad DJ

bullDJ Vatican Member

bullFor more information on Ramses Ja visit his

website at ramsesjacom

ldquoIf music is the heart of the party

then the DJ is the brainrdquo -Hospe

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

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To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

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azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

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lf

Location Sp

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ade

01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

1 7 8

4 5 6

9 2 3

4 2 6

9 3 1

7 8 5

5 3 9

7 2 8

1 6 4

7 3 9

8 1 2

5 6 4

5 1 4

3 6 9

2 7 8

2 8 6

4 5 7

3 9 1

3 8 1

2 9 7

6 4 7

6 5 7

8 4 3

1 9 2

9 4 2

6 1 5

8 7 3

Word Search Solution

E C I T U J S

R I G H T S E N

N L C A

M A E A C R

A F C A I E R

R R I R H L D

L C E R E C K A Y E

A H E M A R C U L T F

W E D A A A Q I R N E

S O R L E V E E

M P I B M B

C I

L U F E A E P L C

Page 30: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

HOT DEALS January Promotions

42 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

7 LUCKY REASONS To Visit Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort

Senior Monday Slot Chal-

lenge Every Monday in Janu-

ary 9AM ndash NOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 in

Free Play Earn 50 points to play

Early Bird Slot Challenge

Saturday January 11th amp 25th

9AM ndashNOON Win your share of $1000 1st Place wins $500 Free Play

Earn 50 points to play

Pay It Off Payday

Every Thursday in

January 7 ndash 10PM Pay off your Holiday bills by

winning up to $5000 Drawings

are every 30 minutes Earn 50

points for each entry

$10000 Progressive

Payout Monday Janu-

ary 20th 2 ndash 6PM Win $1000 every 30 minutes with

unclaimed prizes rolling over At

6PM theyrsquoll add $2000 to any un-

claimed prizes Earn extra entries

every 500 points earned

Birthday Free Play

Giveaway Monday

January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 every

30 minutes when your birthday

matches the date drawn Plus

free cake and ice cream

2014 Toyota Tundra Truck Giveaway

Friday January 31st from 7 ndash 10PM Earn entries all month long Drawings of $500 every

hour Every 50 points earns an entry

Navajo Fajitas at the

Four Elements Cafe Grilled Sirloin Peppers Onions

Fry Bread Salsa Guacamole Sour

Cream Cilantro Rice and Black

Beans This amazing meal will

leave you stuffed for only $1275

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

City Phone Slots Hig

h L

imit

Are

a

Bin

go

Casino Liv

e K

eno

Tab

le G

ames

Po

ker

Ro

om

Ho

tel

Sm

ok

e-F

ree

Are

a

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

Par

k

Go

lf

Location Sp

a

Arc

ade

01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

1 7 8

4 5 6

9 2 3

4 2 6

9 3 1

7 8 5

5 3 9

7 2 8

1 6 4

7 3 9

8 1 2

5 6 4

5 1 4

3 6 9

2 7 8

2 8 6

4 5 7

3 9 1

3 8 1

2 9 7

6 4 7

6 5 7

8 4 3

1 9 2

9 4 2

6 1 5

8 7 3

Word Search Solution

E C I T U J S

R I G H T S E N

N L C A

M A E A C R

A F C A I E R

R R I R H L D

L C E R E C K A Y E

A H E M A R C U L T F

W E D A A A Q I R N E

S O R L E V E E

M P I B M B

C I

L U F E A E P L C

Page 31: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

44 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

Casino Sessions Seats Smoke-Free Area Electronic Late Night

Apache Gold Su We Th at Noon Fr amp Sa at

7pm 1st Mo of the month at 7pm 200 No No No

BlueWater Mo-We 430pm Su at 1130am 400 Yes Yes No

Casino Arizona Mo-Su at 630pm

Daily Matinees at 1230pm 1000 Yes Yes

L8 Nite Bingo Fr amp Sa

Doors at 10pm Games at midnight

Casino Del Sol Daily at Noon 130 215 630 amp

715pm 600 Yes Yes Cosmic Bingo Sa at 11pm

Cocopah Daily at 130 amp 630pm 350 Yes Yes No

Desert Diamond I Th-Mo 130 2 6 630 amp 7pm 270 No Yes No

Fort McDowell Sa amp Su at 645am We-Mo at

9am Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 1275

Yes (2 sections enclosed or in

general seating)

Yes Fr amp Sa at 1210am

Call for Lunar Bingo schedule

Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin We-Su at 1130am 230 330

and 630pm 470 Yes Yes No

Lone Butte

Sa amp Su at 10am Noon 345

530pm Daily at Noon amp

630pm

750 Yes Yes BAD Bingo 2 Fr at 1130pm amp

BAD Bingo Sa at 1130pm

Mazatzal Mo-Th at Noon

Tu amp Th at 630pm 280 Yes Yes No

Paradise Daily at 1130am amp 130pm

Mo-Sa at 6pm 300 Yes Yes

Call for Kozmic Bingo

amp Other Special Dates

Vee Quiva Daily at Noon amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4am Sunday to 4am Monday

CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY

The bingo hall at Paradise Casino in Yuma Arizona is always a

beehive of activity with lots of winning action Located just off

the main casino floor players will find paper and electronic

options for every level of bingo fan If you havent visited itrsquos

probably time to check it out

The bingo hall will host special sessions on Monday January

20th in honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day with a 6pm $500

ldquoMust Gordquo and on Saturday January 11th a special KOZMIC

Bingo session at 10pm during the EP EXPO (Elvis Presley Trib-

ute) weekend held at their sister property Quechan Casino Re-

sort Players dressed as Elvis Presley will receive one free book

Winning on the free book pays double with multiple winners

splitting prizes The buy-ins are $10 paper $15 electronic and

$25 for the KOZMIC special Music during the KOZMIC bingo

session is provided by DJ MONEY

With a 300 seat hall your chances of winning are excellent and

you can buy in for as low as $8 with a paper pack Now thatrsquos a

deal worth checking out For more information about Paradise

Casino Bingo session times specials and events phone

8007774946 or visit their website paradise-casinoscom $

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

City Phone Slots Hig

h L

imit

Are

a

Bin

go

Casino Liv

e K

eno

Tab

le G

ames

Po

ker

Ro

om

Ho

tel

Sm

ok

e-F

ree

Are

a

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

Par

k

Go

lf

Location Sp

a

Arc

ade

01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

1 7 8

4 5 6

9 2 3

4 2 6

9 3 1

7 8 5

5 3 9

7 2 8

1 6 4

7 3 9

8 1 2

5 6 4

5 1 4

3 6 9

2 7 8

2 8 6

4 5 7

3 9 1

3 8 1

2 9 7

6 4 7

6 5 7

8 4 3

1 9 2

9 4 2

6 1 5

8 7 3

Word Search Solution

E C I T U J S

R I G H T S E N

N L C A

M A E A C R

A F C A I E R

R R I R H L D

L C E R E C K A Y E

A H E M A R C U L T F

W E D A A A Q I R N E

S O R L E V E E

M P I B M B

C I

L U F E A E P L C

Page 32: Arizona Gaming Guide Magazine - 01:14 - 06:01

46 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

SUDOKU Each of the columns rows and nine 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

(Solution on page 50)

5

2 6

9

1 4

8 2

5

6

2 7

8

4

3 9 1

3

9 7

4

6

3

1

2

6

7 3

WORD SEARCH

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr Day find

BLACK MARCHES PREACHER MEN CIVIL

LIBERTY AFRICAN RIGHTS EQUAL FREEDOM

AMERICAN RACE LAW PEACEFUL JUSTICE LEADER

Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)

G E E C I T U K L K W G J S

U I Q T F Q X I V V I J A I

D X G R I G H T S E K N C I

P N X L Z Q O R A X J S C X

U M A T E I A C Y R Z E H K

F A F C Y A D I O E Q Y L R

T R R A I E R H E T L C T D

L C E U V R E V K A Y J C E

A H E A J M A C U L T U R F

W E D Q A S A Q I Y R N A E

H S O V M R L V G N E E E U

W M M X P S E E P U B M I B

P C G Q U P C G C T I B E T

L J L U F E A P Q O L U E C

FUN amp GAMES

Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

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9 2 3

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Do YOU have something to rant or rave about

Write me at samiazgamingguidecom

SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN

48 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

By Sami Becker

New Yearrsquos Resolutions hellip Be Kind Be Patient Be Respectful

henever I visit a casino I go prepared to lose

Itrsquos not to say that Irsquom a pessimist with a bad

attitude I just accept that gambling is a form of

entertainment The amount of money I take

with me to a casino is what I feel I can afford to part with If I

happen to be lucky then itrsquos an unexpected bonus I can be excit-

ed about

Unfortunately I believe there are people who forget that visit-

ing a casino is an entertainment activity meant to be exciting

and fun When I walk around the floor I see too many people

with annoyed angry frustrated looks on their faces Some act

hasty and impatient and some just downright rude and disre-

spectful towards others

I hope that this year we can all truly make an effort to be more

kind more patient and more respectful towards others By

making an effort to be more self-aware we might find areas of

improvement and ways we can be more considerate of others I

am a big believer of doing unto others as yoursquod want them to do

unto you Based on my own experiences discussions with my

team members and letters from our readers here are just a few

examples to reflect upon

Donrsquot be a party pooper

Sitting next to people at a casino that are whining and grum-

bling about losing is completely annoying The huffing the

puffing the protesting and the criticizing isnrsquot a whole lot of

fun If itrsquos not going well at a machine then just change ma-

chines If itrsquos not going well in general then leave The casino is

not going to close before you have a chance to visit again (If

yoursquore sitting next to a party pooper get away from them as fast as

possible They actually carry a contagious attitude that can spread like

spilled water)

Donrsquot be a hoverer

Many casino visitors do not like people sitting beside them or

standing behind them as they play This is a fact It makes peo-

ple feel uncomfortable and on edge The quiet lurkers are an-

noying because you just feel their presence but the blustering

oglers that interject maddening comments like ldquoooh that was

closerdquo and ldquoaah what an awful bonusrdquo are downright infuriat-

ing No player needs their own commentator If you are a hov-

erer please stop Go get your own machine sit down play and

have fun Stop standing around and join in on the action (If

therersquos a hoverer behind you making you feel uneasy stop playing

Read the help screen or make a phone call trust me theyrsquoll leave)

W Donrsquot be an inconsiderate smoker

Whether you smoke cigars or cigarettes try to be aware of the

direction the smoke is drifting and always use the ashtrays pro-

vided by the casinos Smokers will never quite understand that

there are some non-smokers who are truly bothered by the

smoke Whether itrsquos allergies sinus congestion problems

breathing or other medical conditions smoke can truly have

adverse effects on some people (If yoursquore bothered by someonersquos

smoke nicely ask if they can move the ashtray or hold their cigarette

away from your direction)

Donrsquot be a hyper-freakazoid

Having fun and being excited is one thing but yelling like

yoursquove won a million dollars each time you get a small win is

pure torment to those all around No one enjoys having some-

one screaming in their ear (If yoursquore sitting next to this type of

person or worse yet a group of friends all screaming in unison then

the only option is to move and find a quieter place to play)

Donrsquot be a chatter box

Many people donrsquot have type A personalities especially casino

visitors If you want to talk to the stranger sitting next to you at

the casino make sure your timing is convenient and appropri-

ate Interrupting a slot fanatic in the middle of a bonus is like

interrupting a sports fan during sudden-death overtime when

their favorite team is in position to score and scoop up a victory

(If yoursquore an introvert and prefer not to strike up conversations with

complete strangers I suppose you can always pretend not to speak

English This is a tactic that one of our readers actually said she uses

that works for her)

Donrsquot save your machine unless you really are coming back

Donrsquot leave an ashtray on your chair or tilt the chair against the

machine unless you really intend on coming back Itrsquos not fair to

other players (Most casinos have a 10 minute policy so if itrsquos

been longer than that let a slot attendant know that you intend on

playing the game)

Donrsquot be a cheapskate

Servers slot attendants dealers and many other casino employ-

ees rely on tips to supplement their wages Please tip them Re-

member if you pinch your penny too hard you may just break

it in half Also karma can be a harsh mistress $

Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

Par

k

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Location Sp

a

Arc

ade

01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

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9 2 3

4 2 6

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Like Us For Your Chance To

First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook

page at facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide Then make

sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City

Giveaway on our website (azgamingguidecom) for your

chance to win a Stay amp Play package at Apache Gold Ca-

sino Resort just outside of Globe Arizona

To date our magazine has given away well over $10000

in prizes via our Facebook page and our website And

wersquore not going to stop now Past prizes have included

cash gift cards gas cards free play concert tickets hotel

stays and more

You could be our next winner By joining our Facebook

and registering for this giveaway yoursquoll get access to ex-

clusive info from Arizonarsquos only comprehensive gaming

magazine published by slot machine and casino experts

To date the winners of the Break Away From The Big

City Giveaway include

Sava S (Mesa)

Kimberly D (Chino Valley) Donielle C (Phoenix)

Sara H (Gilbert) Gina L (Phoenix)

Patrick P (Clifton) Mary Z (Safford)

azgamingguidecom | January 2014 | Arizona Gaming Guide 49

CASINO DIRECTORY

50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom

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Bin

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a

Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

Par

k

Go

lf

Location Sp

a

Arc

ade

01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

1 7 8

4 5 6

9 2 3

4 2 6

9 3 1

7 8 5

5 3 9

7 2 8

1 6 4

7 3 9

8 1 2

5 6 4

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CASINO DIRECTORY

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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 120113 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information

Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday

RV

Par

k

Go

lf

Location Sp

a

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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 619 Y Y Y Y Y Y

02 BlueWater Resort amp Casino 11300 Resort Drive Parker 888-243-3360 523 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

03 Buckyrsquos Casino 1500 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 309 Y Y Y

04 Casino Arizona 101 amp McKellips Scottsdale 480-850-7777 919 Y Y Y

05 Casino Del Sol 5655 W Valencia Rd Tucson 855-765-7829 1082 Y Y Y Y Y Y

06 Casino of the Sun 7406 S Camino De Oeste Tucson 855-765-7829 293

07 Cliff Castle Casino amp Hotel I-17 Exit 289 Camp Verde 800-381-7568 656 Y Y Y Y Y

08 Cocopah Resort Casino 15318 S Ave B Somerton 800-237-5687 504 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

09 Desert Diamond Casino I 7350 S Nogales Hwy Tucson 866-332-9467 1088 Y Y Y Y Y Y

10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 699 Y

11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56

12 Fort McDowell Casino Hwy 87 amp Ft McDowell Rd Fort McDowell 800-843-3678 906 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

13 Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino 15406 N Maricopa Rd Maricopa 480-802-5000 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

14 Hon-Dah Casino 777 Hwy 260 Pinetop 800-929-8744 806 Y Y Y Y Y

15 Lone Butte Casino 1077 S Kyrene Rd Chandler 800-946-4452 786 Y Y Y Y

16 Mazatzal Hotel amp Casino Hwy 87 14 mi S of Payson Payson 800-777-7529 425 Y Y Y Y Y Y

17 Paradise Casino 450 Quechan Dr Yuma 888-777-4946 506 Y

18 Quechan Casino I-8 Exit 166 Winterhaven CA 877-783-2426 1000+ Y Y Y Y Y Y

19 Spirit Mountain Casino 8555 Hwy 95 Mohave Valley 928-346-2000 247

20 Talking Stick Resort 101 amp Indian Bend Scottsdale 480-850-7777 744 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

21 Twin Arrows Navajo Casino I-40 Exit 219 Flagstaff 855-946-8946 1089 Y Y Y Y Y

22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y

23 Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

24 Yavapai Casino 1505 E Hwy 69 Prescott 800-756-8744 244 Y

azgamingguidecom facebookcomArizonaGamingGuide

For information on the casinos amp much more

scan our QR codes with your smartphone

Sudoku Solution

1 7 8

4 5 6

9 2 3

4 2 6

9 3 1

7 8 5

5 3 9

7 2 8

1 6 4

7 3 9

8 1 2

5 6 4

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M A E A C R

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