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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
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You must be 21 or older to gamble Please play responsibly
Help is available at 1800NEXTSTEP or problemgamblingazgov
EDITORrsquoS NOTE
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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
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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
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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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
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Ramses Ja
Cindy Esquer
Lee Allen
Katie Snyder
Alex Stewart
Samantha Becker
Lana Hartmann
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Arizona Department of Gaming
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16027714263 or azgaminggov
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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
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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
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winning up to $5000 Drawings
are every 30 minutes Earn 50
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$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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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
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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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
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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
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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
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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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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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 $
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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 $
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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
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GREAT GAMES New Slots Coming Soon
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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
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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
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
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$50000 Coffee Break Crossword
Fre
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lexa
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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800662LUCK
aquariuscasinoresortcom
1250+ slots no smoking slot area
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(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
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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
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
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8002371739
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1000+ slots blackjack table games
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Edgewater Hotel Casino
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
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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Location Sp
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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
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11 Desert Diamond Casino-Why Hwy 86 Milepost 55 Why 866-332-9467 56
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esigned around the hit film franchise Back to
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he Ultra Stack series is taking Ultra
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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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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
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
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
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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
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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8 2
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6
2 7
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4
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3
9 7
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1
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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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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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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
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
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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
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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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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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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 $
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sure to register for the Break Away From The Big City
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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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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 $
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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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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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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 $
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$50000 Coffee Break Crossword
Fre
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lexa
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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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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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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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9 2 3
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5 3 9
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4 5 7
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A F C A I E R
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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
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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
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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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
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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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A F C A I E R
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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
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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)
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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
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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
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
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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 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
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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
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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A F C A I E R
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L C E R E C K A Y E
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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
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
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
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
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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
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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 | 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
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Birthday Free Play
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January 27th 6 ndash 8PM Win your share of $2500 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
2 6
9
1 4
8 2
5
6
2 7
8
4
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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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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
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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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9 2 3
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5 3 9
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1 6 4
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5 6 4
5 1 4
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2 8 6
4 5 7
3 9 1
3 8 1
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6 5 7
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Word Search Solution
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W E D A A A Q I R N E
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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
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
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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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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
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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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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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First if you havenrsquot already done so like our Facebook
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CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom
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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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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
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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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
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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imit
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ames
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om
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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
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
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
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
eno
Tab
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ames
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ker
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tel
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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
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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
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
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
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
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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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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
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
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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
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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
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
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2 8 6
4 5 7
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N L C A
M A E A C R
A F C A I E R
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L C E R E C K A Y E
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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
City Phone Slots Hig
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Bin
go
Casino Liv
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eno
Tab
le G
ames
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
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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
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2 7 8
2 8 6
4 5 7
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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
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CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | January 2014 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
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go
Casino Liv
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eno
Tab
le G
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Po
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Ho
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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
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