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04 EDITORrsquoS NOTE
06 PLAYERS TALK
08 GREAT GAMES
16 GAMING NEWS
19 ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 CASINO DINING
24 WINNING WAYS
26 FEATURE STORY
30 TRIBAL NEWS
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 | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 03
AUGUSTrsquoS HOTTEST SLOTS
FROM ALL OVER ARIZONA
Including Casino Arizona amp Talking
Stick Resort Buckyrsquos amp Yavapai Ca-
sinos Multimedia Games amp Bally
WHAT TO DO ABOUT BAD
VIDEO KENO PAY TABLES
Detailed advice and the best strat-
egy for video keno when having to
play a bad pay table
THE 67TH ANNUAL
NAVAJO NATION FAIR
Get set for a full week of non-stop
Navajo September 2-8 2013 in the
town of Window Rock Arizona
3030 2424 0808
Contents AUGUST
2626 VEE QUIVA HOTEL amp CASINOVEE QUIVA HOTEL amp CASINO
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVERTHE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Alexandra
VOLUME 05 bull ISSUE 08
PUBLISHER
Chris Houmlft
chrisazgamingguidecom
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Elizabeth Torma
lizazgamingguidecom
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Alexandra Lang
editorazgamingguidecom
ART DIRECTOR
Melanie Mueller
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Ramses Ja
Cindy Esquer
Lee Allen
Katie Snyder
Alex Stewart
Samantha Becker
Lana Hartmann
ADVERTISING SALES
Nina Consiglio
ninaazgamingguidecom
Elizabeth Torma
lizazgamingguidecom
MAILING INFORMATION
Arizona Gaming Guide
PO Box 20636
Mesa Arizona 85277
INTERNET INFORMATION
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All rights reserved
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You must be 21 or older to gamble Please play responsibly
Help is available at 1800NEXTSTEP or problemgamblingazgov
EDITORrsquoS NOTE
Your Authority On Everything Gaming
Arizonarsquos State Gaming Regulatory Agency
Arizona Department of Gaming
1110 W Washington Street Suite 450 Phoenix 85007
16027714263 or azgaminggov
Tribal Gaming Funded Problem Gambling Resource
Office of Problem Gambling
1800NEXTSTEP or 18006398783
1110 W Washington Street Suite 450 Phoenix 85007
16025428998 or problemgamblingazgov
04 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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we ldquoLikerdquo you too
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The Wait Is Finally Over See You At VQ
Wersquore so excited to present the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino as our feature
story in this monthrsquos issue Vee Quiva or simply VQ is the West Valleyrsquos only
casino and resort destination This modern and elegant establishment includes a
luxurious boutique hotel a spacious gaming floor filled with all the hottest games
delicious restaurants endless entertainment options and so much more You sim-
ply must plan a visit to this amazing property We guarantee yoursquoll be impressed
This issuersquos ldquoGreat Gamesrdquo section is filled with new slots arriving on casino
floors this month and also includes a sneak peek into new slots coming soon We
also list whatrsquos in our opinion some of the best salads for lighter summer fare in
our ldquoDiningrdquo section And as always we give you the latest scoop on gaming and
Tribal news hot deals entertainment bingo and so much more
Please visit us at wwwfacebookcomArizonaGamingGuide 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 wwwazgamingguidecom Let
me know what you think of our August issue and have fun
Cheers
Alexandra Lang
Editor-in-Chief
editorazgamingguidecom
PLAYERS TALK QampA On Everything Gaming
06 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Q During our last trip to Vegas my wife got a Royal
Flush dealt to her We both play Video Poker and never
saw something like that I was just wondering what the
odds of that happening are and how you calculate that
Also just curious to know what the odds are of getting
a Royal if I hold 4 cards and Irsquom missing just 1 It seems
like Irsquove missed more Royals holding 4 cards than just
holding 2 or 3 cards How is that possible
Ron HolmesmdashGoodyear Arizona
A Ron the odds of being dealt a Royal Flush are 1 out of
649740 hands There are 2598960 possible 5 card hands you
can be dealt and of all those 4 are Royal Flushes (in other
words 4 out of 2598960) Reducing this fraction to lowest
terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by 4 results
in 1 out of 649740 hands
Your chances of hitting the Royal Flush increase the more cards
you hold to the Royal I believe the perception is that 4 card
Royals are the hardest to get because they make us the most
frustrated When yoursquore so close and you know you just need 1
card to the Royal your heart is pumping and yoursquore sitting on
the edge of your seat We hold 2 and 3 card set-ups to the Royal
just as frequently to no avail theyrsquore just not as memorable
Here are some interesting statistics
When dealt 4 out of 5 cards to the Royal the chance of hitting
the Royal is 1 in 47 When dealt 3 out of 5 cards the chance of
hitting the Royal is 1 in 1081 When dealt 2 out of 5 cards the
chance of hitting the Royal is 1 in 16215 When only dealt 1
card the chance of hitting the Royal is 1 in 178365 And with
no Royal Flush cards in the initial 5 card hand the chance of
hitting the Royal is 1 in 383484
Q Dear Editor why do some machines not spin when
you push the button The objects just pop up with no
spin
Mike KislukmdashScottsdale Arizona
A What an excellent question Mike As soon as a player
presses the ldquoSpinrdquo button on a slot machine the result of the
spin and what will be displayed is determined by a software
ASK THE EXPERTS 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
program in the machine called the Random Number Generator
(RNG) The lights and animations that happen after the ldquoSpinrdquo
button has been pressed are only for entertainment purposes In
other words what a player perceives as spinning isnrsquot actually
spinning because on a video slot there are no reels like there are
on mechanical games that have actual physical reels Therefore
slot manufacturers have become very creative in how they pre-
sent the outcomes on the games Some games have symbols that
just ldquopop uprdquo as you said some have symbols that seem to drop
from the sky some appear in a left-to-right motion as if a win-
dow shade is being open
The way in which the outcome of a spin is presented to a player
doesnrsquot affect the outcome of a spin because the outcome has
already been determined by the RNG Actually anything that a
player does after pressing the spin button will not affect the
outcome of a game Some players even feel they can stop the
ldquospinning reelsrdquo and affect a gamersquos outcome by stopping a
WILD or a bonus symbol before it goes by This is not possible
Enjoy the animations that the slot manufacturers have spent so
much time designing for your entertainment and know theyrsquore
just creative illusions If we didnrsquot have beautiful graphics
sounds and animations on slot machines then we might as well
be playing games that just pop up with a message saying
ldquoWinrdquo or ldquoLoserdquo every time we press the ldquoSpinrdquo button That
wouldnrsquot be much fun at all
Q I think the IGT Wheel of Fortune wheel is rigged
How come it always lands on one space before or one
space after the 1000 but hardly ever on the 1000 It
doesnrsquot seem fair and I want to know if regulators check
for that It slows down just to make you feel that itrsquos
going to land on the 1000
Janet Marsh mdashQueen Creek Arizona
A Janet of course the Wheel of Fortune wheel is weighted I
wouldnrsquot use the word ldquoriggedrdquo as it seems to imply fraudulent
manipulation which is absolutely not the case Irsquom sorry but I
hope you didnt think that you actually had a 1 in 22 chance of
landing on the 1000 space The ldquovirtualrdquo wheel has weights
associated with each space The game is programmed to land on
the spaces with smaller numbers much more frequently than on
QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07
the 1000 and other larger numbers All similar games made by
IGT and other slot manufacturers are also programmed in the
same way If they didnrsquot program outcomes with weights then
either the payouts would be much smaller or the bonuses would
have to occur way less often
Q I love your magazine Please tell me why the casinos
are constantly changing out their games It seems like
the popular ones donrsquot stay around very long and others
that arenrsquot popular just sit with empty chairs Every
time I go to Laughlin the casinos keep changing out the
games For example [one casino] had an Elvis game
then CSI Miami (which I actually liked) and now they
have Beverly Hillbillies Yet Sex and the City is still
there and hardly ever played Doesnrsquot make a lot of
sense Also what happens to the Progressive Jackpots
that have never been given away when the machines are
taken out and are gone forever Thanks
Carol SchmidtmdashBuckeye Arizona
A Carol licensed titles like you mention tend to be either
leased or on ldquoparticipationrdquo at the casinos What this means is
therersquos profit sharing between the slot manufacturers of the
games and the casinos Therefore if one or both parties feel that
the game is not making enough money they will replace a title
with a new one Sometimes looks can be deceiving Although a
bank of slots might not have high traffic the amount of coin-in
might still be lucrative enough to justify keeping the games on
the floor On the other hand just because a slot seems to be
getting enough play and is popular doesnrsquot mean itrsquos making
money for the casino I do know from personal experience that
casinos tend to keep games if they are popular with customers
even if they are losing money on the games just to keep their
patrons happy However they arenrsquot able to do this with all the
games A casino is a business after all Careful evaluation needs
to be made by looking at the numbers in the Audit Menu of the
machines to see how they are performing on a regular basis
Then decisions on games (whether they stay or go) are made by
the casino executives
To answer your second questionmdashgaming regulations dictate
that any money in a progressive meter that is beyond the base
reset value must be returned back to the players What casinos
tend to do is transfer the money onto a different progressive
game Next time you notice a progressive machine gone take a
walk around the floor and see if you can observe any existing
progressive games with suddenly inflated values and yoursquoll
know why The other trick they tend to do is transfer the money
from the ldquooldrdquo machine leaving the floor to the ldquonewrdquo machine
being installed in its place if itrsquos also a progressive game $
GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashScottsdale
Recent additions to the slot floor at Casino Arizona include more of Aruzersquos excit-
ing Innovator Deluxe cabinets The Innovator Deluxe is known for its Radiant
Reels which are large reels dynamically illuminated by multi-colored LED lights
that contain variable spin speeds designed to build anticipation for the winning
combinations
The first of these exciting new themes is Aladdin and the Lamp a 5-reel 30-line
deluxe stepper slot game featuring an interactive magical lamp on the face of the
game machine which is used to beckon the genie in bonus rounds Actions that
occur in the top box impact the spins of the Radiant Reels below and rubbing the
lamp reveals the genie and a large variety of animations plus five different kinds
of bonus features
The lamp ldquorubrdquo releases multiple genies to the top screen and they fly down to the
physical reels to transform them into wild reels Aruze has done an amazing job
with their video techniques on the mechanical reels utilizing lights sounds and
variable reel speeds The genie seems to leap down to each reel causing it to spin
at high speeds until stopping on the full-reel image of the genie that is already on
the reels Itrsquos a truly enjoyable and unique experience playing this fun new slot
Aladdin And The Lamp By Aruze
Cas
ino
Ari
zon
a amp
Tal
kin
g S
tick
Res
ort
Alibaba By Aruze
Alibaba is a 5-reel 30-line deluxe stepper slot game and is the second of the
two new themes by Aruze that has just arrived onto the Casino Arizona slot
floor The game features a top box which allows for physical interactions dur-
ing four different kinds of bonuses and other game events Alibaba utilizes an
exciting new technique called ldquoRVL Technologyrdquo that adds a physical visual
layer to the interactive top box where devices can slide in front of the LCD
monitor in various game situations RVL Technology can block the monitor
from view unveil a small percentage of the monitor or even vibrate to provide
the illusion of a shaking monitor Players can watch Alibaba appear and disap-
pear through the video screen doors and get surprised with treasures thieves
or a bonus event Itrsquos a breath-taking technology with amazing visual effects
Talking Stick Resort has also just introduced new themes to the popular Aruze
Innovator bank King of Dragons III Catch The Money and Cherry Chance Shining
Seven In King of Dragons III players can seek the dragonrsquos riches hiding within
the magical orbs of the ldquoDragonrdquo bonus Catch the Money features the ldquoMoney
Bag Chancerdquo bonus which awards up to 15 free games and features various reel
actions including ldquoDancing Wheelsrdquo which rhythmically move with the gamersquos
music And Cherry Chance Shining Seven has the ldquoCherry Chancerdquo bonus which
awards up to 8 free games with increased chances of rsquo7rsquo wins $
08 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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10 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Americarsquos favorite family is coming to Yavapairsquos Non-Smoking
room this month New to IGTrsquos MegaJackpots line Family Guy is
a hilarious new slot that is a truly entertaining experience from
the surprising features and random credit awards in the base
game to each gut-busting bonus Family Guy is loaded with recog-
nizable symbols and characters from the popular television show
Players will be laughing out loud each time they enter one of six
animated bonus rounds which include fan favorite video clips and
iconic personalities Stewie welcomes players to the World Bonus
where players spin a globe for one of six bonuses
Loisrsquos Hot Free Spins
Drunken Clam Bonus
Peterrsquos Chicken Fight
Chrisrsquos Closet Bonus
Brianrsquos Dig Bonus amp
Stewiersquos Shoot Bonus
z
Family Guy By IGT
Bu
cky
rsquos C
asin
o amp
Yav
apai
Cas
ino
GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashPrescott
The Beverly Hillbillies By IGT
Another recent addition to the slot floor at Yavapai Casino is IGTrsquos popular
The Beverly Hillbillies Millionaire Mile slot Containing humorous video clips
and interactive content from the award-winning television comedy players
will love the chance to find their bubbling crude
While cooling off in beautiful Prescott Arizona this summer donrsquot forget to
also try Ballyrsquos new slots at Yavapai Casino which include Golden Tower
Shadow Diamond Imperial Treasure and Spirit And WMS fans can play all the
latest and greatest titles such as Cheers Plinko and Monster Jackpots at both
Yavapai Casino and Buckyrsquos Casino $
Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
ltim
edia
gam
esc
om
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 15
Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
Bal
lyte
chc
om
Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
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rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
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tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
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you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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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e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
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Alexandra
VOLUME 05 bull ISSUE 08
PUBLISHER
Chris Houmlft
chrisazgamingguidecom
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Elizabeth Torma
lizazgamingguidecom
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Alexandra Lang
editorazgamingguidecom
ART DIRECTOR
Melanie Mueller
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Ramses Ja
Cindy Esquer
Lee Allen
Katie Snyder
Alex Stewart
Samantha Becker
Lana Hartmann
ADVERTISING SALES
Nina Consiglio
ninaazgamingguidecom
Elizabeth Torma
lizazgamingguidecom
MAILING INFORMATION
Arizona Gaming Guide
PO Box 20636
Mesa Arizona 85277
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Copyright copy 2013 The Arizona Gaming Guide
All rights reserved
The Arizona Gaming Guide (AGG) presents casino industry and
gaming related facts as well as personal opinions and expects the
reader to make his or her own decisions All responses to reader
posts e-mails and letters are to be considered as advice only AGG
accepts no responsibility and no liability for any actions of our
readers based on the articles and advertisements presented within
this publication All pictures images logos trademarks and trade
names etc are the sole property of their respective owners
You must be 21 or older to gamble Please play responsibly
Help is available at 1800NEXTSTEP or problemgamblingazgov
EDITORrsquoS NOTE
Your Authority On Everything Gaming
Arizonarsquos State Gaming Regulatory Agency
Arizona Department of Gaming
1110 W Washington Street Suite 450 Phoenix 85007
16027714263 or azgaminggov
Tribal Gaming Funded Problem Gambling Resource
Office of Problem Gambling
1800NEXTSTEP or 18006398783
1110 W Washington Street Suite 450 Phoenix 85007
16025428998 or problemgamblingazgov
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The Wait Is Finally Over See You At VQ
Wersquore so excited to present the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino as our feature
story in this monthrsquos issue Vee Quiva or simply VQ is the West Valleyrsquos only
casino and resort destination This modern and elegant establishment includes a
luxurious boutique hotel a spacious gaming floor filled with all the hottest games
delicious restaurants endless entertainment options and so much more You sim-
ply must plan a visit to this amazing property We guarantee yoursquoll be impressed
This issuersquos ldquoGreat Gamesrdquo section is filled with new slots arriving on casino
floors this month and also includes a sneak peek into new slots coming soon We
also list whatrsquos in our opinion some of the best salads for lighter summer fare in
our ldquoDiningrdquo section And as always we give you the latest scoop on gaming and
Tribal news hot deals entertainment bingo and so much more
Please visit us at wwwfacebookcomArizonaGamingGuide 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 wwwazgamingguidecom Let
me know what you think of our August issue and have fun
Cheers
Alexandra Lang
Editor-in-Chief
editorazgamingguidecom
PLAYERS TALK QampA On Everything Gaming
06 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Q During our last trip to Vegas my wife got a Royal
Flush dealt to her We both play Video Poker and never
saw something like that I was just wondering what the
odds of that happening are and how you calculate that
Also just curious to know what the odds are of getting
a Royal if I hold 4 cards and Irsquom missing just 1 It seems
like Irsquove missed more Royals holding 4 cards than just
holding 2 or 3 cards How is that possible
Ron HolmesmdashGoodyear Arizona
A Ron the odds of being dealt a Royal Flush are 1 out of
649740 hands There are 2598960 possible 5 card hands you
can be dealt and of all those 4 are Royal Flushes (in other
words 4 out of 2598960) Reducing this fraction to lowest
terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by 4 results
in 1 out of 649740 hands
Your chances of hitting the Royal Flush increase the more cards
you hold to the Royal I believe the perception is that 4 card
Royals are the hardest to get because they make us the most
frustrated When yoursquore so close and you know you just need 1
card to the Royal your heart is pumping and yoursquore sitting on
the edge of your seat We hold 2 and 3 card set-ups to the Royal
just as frequently to no avail theyrsquore just not as memorable
Here are some interesting statistics
When dealt 4 out of 5 cards to the Royal the chance of hitting
the Royal is 1 in 47 When dealt 3 out of 5 cards the chance of
hitting the Royal is 1 in 1081 When dealt 2 out of 5 cards the
chance of hitting the Royal is 1 in 16215 When only dealt 1
card the chance of hitting the Royal is 1 in 178365 And with
no Royal Flush cards in the initial 5 card hand the chance of
hitting the Royal is 1 in 383484
Q Dear Editor why do some machines not spin when
you push the button The objects just pop up with no
spin
Mike KislukmdashScottsdale Arizona
A What an excellent question Mike As soon as a player
presses the ldquoSpinrdquo button on a slot machine the result of the
spin and what will be displayed is determined by a software
ASK THE EXPERTS 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
program in the machine called the Random Number Generator
(RNG) The lights and animations that happen after the ldquoSpinrdquo
button has been pressed are only for entertainment purposes In
other words what a player perceives as spinning isnrsquot actually
spinning because on a video slot there are no reels like there are
on mechanical games that have actual physical reels Therefore
slot manufacturers have become very creative in how they pre-
sent the outcomes on the games Some games have symbols that
just ldquopop uprdquo as you said some have symbols that seem to drop
from the sky some appear in a left-to-right motion as if a win-
dow shade is being open
The way in which the outcome of a spin is presented to a player
doesnrsquot affect the outcome of a spin because the outcome has
already been determined by the RNG Actually anything that a
player does after pressing the spin button will not affect the
outcome of a game Some players even feel they can stop the
ldquospinning reelsrdquo and affect a gamersquos outcome by stopping a
WILD or a bonus symbol before it goes by This is not possible
Enjoy the animations that the slot manufacturers have spent so
much time designing for your entertainment and know theyrsquore
just creative illusions If we didnrsquot have beautiful graphics
sounds and animations on slot machines then we might as well
be playing games that just pop up with a message saying
ldquoWinrdquo or ldquoLoserdquo every time we press the ldquoSpinrdquo button That
wouldnrsquot be much fun at all
Q I think the IGT Wheel of Fortune wheel is rigged
How come it always lands on one space before or one
space after the 1000 but hardly ever on the 1000 It
doesnrsquot seem fair and I want to know if regulators check
for that It slows down just to make you feel that itrsquos
going to land on the 1000
Janet Marsh mdashQueen Creek Arizona
A Janet of course the Wheel of Fortune wheel is weighted I
wouldnrsquot use the word ldquoriggedrdquo as it seems to imply fraudulent
manipulation which is absolutely not the case Irsquom sorry but I
hope you didnt think that you actually had a 1 in 22 chance of
landing on the 1000 space The ldquovirtualrdquo wheel has weights
associated with each space The game is programmed to land on
the spaces with smaller numbers much more frequently than on
QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07
the 1000 and other larger numbers All similar games made by
IGT and other slot manufacturers are also programmed in the
same way If they didnrsquot program outcomes with weights then
either the payouts would be much smaller or the bonuses would
have to occur way less often
Q I love your magazine Please tell me why the casinos
are constantly changing out their games It seems like
the popular ones donrsquot stay around very long and others
that arenrsquot popular just sit with empty chairs Every
time I go to Laughlin the casinos keep changing out the
games For example [one casino] had an Elvis game
then CSI Miami (which I actually liked) and now they
have Beverly Hillbillies Yet Sex and the City is still
there and hardly ever played Doesnrsquot make a lot of
sense Also what happens to the Progressive Jackpots
that have never been given away when the machines are
taken out and are gone forever Thanks
Carol SchmidtmdashBuckeye Arizona
A Carol licensed titles like you mention tend to be either
leased or on ldquoparticipationrdquo at the casinos What this means is
therersquos profit sharing between the slot manufacturers of the
games and the casinos Therefore if one or both parties feel that
the game is not making enough money they will replace a title
with a new one Sometimes looks can be deceiving Although a
bank of slots might not have high traffic the amount of coin-in
might still be lucrative enough to justify keeping the games on
the floor On the other hand just because a slot seems to be
getting enough play and is popular doesnrsquot mean itrsquos making
money for the casino I do know from personal experience that
casinos tend to keep games if they are popular with customers
even if they are losing money on the games just to keep their
patrons happy However they arenrsquot able to do this with all the
games A casino is a business after all Careful evaluation needs
to be made by looking at the numbers in the Audit Menu of the
machines to see how they are performing on a regular basis
Then decisions on games (whether they stay or go) are made by
the casino executives
To answer your second questionmdashgaming regulations dictate
that any money in a progressive meter that is beyond the base
reset value must be returned back to the players What casinos
tend to do is transfer the money onto a different progressive
game Next time you notice a progressive machine gone take a
walk around the floor and see if you can observe any existing
progressive games with suddenly inflated values and yoursquoll
know why The other trick they tend to do is transfer the money
from the ldquooldrdquo machine leaving the floor to the ldquonewrdquo machine
being installed in its place if itrsquos also a progressive game $
GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashScottsdale
Recent additions to the slot floor at Casino Arizona include more of Aruzersquos excit-
ing Innovator Deluxe cabinets The Innovator Deluxe is known for its Radiant
Reels which are large reels dynamically illuminated by multi-colored LED lights
that contain variable spin speeds designed to build anticipation for the winning
combinations
The first of these exciting new themes is Aladdin and the Lamp a 5-reel 30-line
deluxe stepper slot game featuring an interactive magical lamp on the face of the
game machine which is used to beckon the genie in bonus rounds Actions that
occur in the top box impact the spins of the Radiant Reels below and rubbing the
lamp reveals the genie and a large variety of animations plus five different kinds
of bonus features
The lamp ldquorubrdquo releases multiple genies to the top screen and they fly down to the
physical reels to transform them into wild reels Aruze has done an amazing job
with their video techniques on the mechanical reels utilizing lights sounds and
variable reel speeds The genie seems to leap down to each reel causing it to spin
at high speeds until stopping on the full-reel image of the genie that is already on
the reels Itrsquos a truly enjoyable and unique experience playing this fun new slot
Aladdin And The Lamp By Aruze
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Alibaba By Aruze
Alibaba is a 5-reel 30-line deluxe stepper slot game and is the second of the
two new themes by Aruze that has just arrived onto the Casino Arizona slot
floor The game features a top box which allows for physical interactions dur-
ing four different kinds of bonuses and other game events Alibaba utilizes an
exciting new technique called ldquoRVL Technologyrdquo that adds a physical visual
layer to the interactive top box where devices can slide in front of the LCD
monitor in various game situations RVL Technology can block the monitor
from view unveil a small percentage of the monitor or even vibrate to provide
the illusion of a shaking monitor Players can watch Alibaba appear and disap-
pear through the video screen doors and get surprised with treasures thieves
or a bonus event Itrsquos a breath-taking technology with amazing visual effects
Talking Stick Resort has also just introduced new themes to the popular Aruze
Innovator bank King of Dragons III Catch The Money and Cherry Chance Shining
Seven In King of Dragons III players can seek the dragonrsquos riches hiding within
the magical orbs of the ldquoDragonrdquo bonus Catch the Money features the ldquoMoney
Bag Chancerdquo bonus which awards up to 15 free games and features various reel
actions including ldquoDancing Wheelsrdquo which rhythmically move with the gamersquos
music And Cherry Chance Shining Seven has the ldquoCherry Chancerdquo bonus which
awards up to 8 free games with increased chances of rsquo7rsquo wins $
08 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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10 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Americarsquos favorite family is coming to Yavapairsquos Non-Smoking
room this month New to IGTrsquos MegaJackpots line Family Guy is
a hilarious new slot that is a truly entertaining experience from
the surprising features and random credit awards in the base
game to each gut-busting bonus Family Guy is loaded with recog-
nizable symbols and characters from the popular television show
Players will be laughing out loud each time they enter one of six
animated bonus rounds which include fan favorite video clips and
iconic personalities Stewie welcomes players to the World Bonus
where players spin a globe for one of six bonuses
Loisrsquos Hot Free Spins
Drunken Clam Bonus
Peterrsquos Chicken Fight
Chrisrsquos Closet Bonus
Brianrsquos Dig Bonus amp
Stewiersquos Shoot Bonus
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Family Guy By IGT
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cky
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The Beverly Hillbillies By IGT
Another recent addition to the slot floor at Yavapai Casino is IGTrsquos popular
The Beverly Hillbillies Millionaire Mile slot Containing humorous video clips
and interactive content from the award-winning television comedy players
will love the chance to find their bubbling crude
While cooling off in beautiful Prescott Arizona this summer donrsquot forget to
also try Ballyrsquos new slots at Yavapai Casino which include Golden Tower
Shadow Diamond Imperial Treasure and Spirit And WMS fans can play all the
latest and greatest titles such as Cheers Plinko and Monster Jackpots at both
Yavapai Casino and Buckyrsquos Casino $
Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
ltim
edia
gam
esc
om
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 15
Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
Bal
lyte
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om
Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
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azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
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The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
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Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
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y of
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iver
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Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
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Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
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The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
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fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
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exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
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to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
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catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
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Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
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Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
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Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
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There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
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just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
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Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
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The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
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Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
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work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
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1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
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Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
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Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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 | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Q During our last trip to Vegas my wife got a Royal
Flush dealt to her We both play Video Poker and never
saw something like that I was just wondering what the
odds of that happening are and how you calculate that
Also just curious to know what the odds are of getting
a Royal if I hold 4 cards and Irsquom missing just 1 It seems
like Irsquove missed more Royals holding 4 cards than just
holding 2 or 3 cards How is that possible
Ron HolmesmdashGoodyear Arizona
A Ron the odds of being dealt a Royal Flush are 1 out of
649740 hands There are 2598960 possible 5 card hands you
can be dealt and of all those 4 are Royal Flushes (in other
words 4 out of 2598960) Reducing this fraction to lowest
terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by 4 results
in 1 out of 649740 hands
Your chances of hitting the Royal Flush increase the more cards
you hold to the Royal I believe the perception is that 4 card
Royals are the hardest to get because they make us the most
frustrated When yoursquore so close and you know you just need 1
card to the Royal your heart is pumping and yoursquore sitting on
the edge of your seat We hold 2 and 3 card set-ups to the Royal
just as frequently to no avail theyrsquore just not as memorable
Here are some interesting statistics
When dealt 4 out of 5 cards to the Royal the chance of hitting
the Royal is 1 in 47 When dealt 3 out of 5 cards the chance of
hitting the Royal is 1 in 1081 When dealt 2 out of 5 cards the
chance of hitting the Royal is 1 in 16215 When only dealt 1
card the chance of hitting the Royal is 1 in 178365 And with
no Royal Flush cards in the initial 5 card hand the chance of
hitting the Royal is 1 in 383484
Q Dear Editor why do some machines not spin when
you push the button The objects just pop up with no
spin
Mike KislukmdashScottsdale Arizona
A What an excellent question Mike As soon as a player
presses the ldquoSpinrdquo button on a slot machine the result of the
spin and what will be displayed is determined by a software
ASK THE EXPERTS 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
program in the machine called the Random Number Generator
(RNG) The lights and animations that happen after the ldquoSpinrdquo
button has been pressed are only for entertainment purposes In
other words what a player perceives as spinning isnrsquot actually
spinning because on a video slot there are no reels like there are
on mechanical games that have actual physical reels Therefore
slot manufacturers have become very creative in how they pre-
sent the outcomes on the games Some games have symbols that
just ldquopop uprdquo as you said some have symbols that seem to drop
from the sky some appear in a left-to-right motion as if a win-
dow shade is being open
The way in which the outcome of a spin is presented to a player
doesnrsquot affect the outcome of a spin because the outcome has
already been determined by the RNG Actually anything that a
player does after pressing the spin button will not affect the
outcome of a game Some players even feel they can stop the
ldquospinning reelsrdquo and affect a gamersquos outcome by stopping a
WILD or a bonus symbol before it goes by This is not possible
Enjoy the animations that the slot manufacturers have spent so
much time designing for your entertainment and know theyrsquore
just creative illusions If we didnrsquot have beautiful graphics
sounds and animations on slot machines then we might as well
be playing games that just pop up with a message saying
ldquoWinrdquo or ldquoLoserdquo every time we press the ldquoSpinrdquo button That
wouldnrsquot be much fun at all
Q I think the IGT Wheel of Fortune wheel is rigged
How come it always lands on one space before or one
space after the 1000 but hardly ever on the 1000 It
doesnrsquot seem fair and I want to know if regulators check
for that It slows down just to make you feel that itrsquos
going to land on the 1000
Janet Marsh mdashQueen Creek Arizona
A Janet of course the Wheel of Fortune wheel is weighted I
wouldnrsquot use the word ldquoriggedrdquo as it seems to imply fraudulent
manipulation which is absolutely not the case Irsquom sorry but I
hope you didnt think that you actually had a 1 in 22 chance of
landing on the 1000 space The ldquovirtualrdquo wheel has weights
associated with each space The game is programmed to land on
the spaces with smaller numbers much more frequently than on
QampA On Everything Gaming PLAYERS TALK
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07
the 1000 and other larger numbers All similar games made by
IGT and other slot manufacturers are also programmed in the
same way If they didnrsquot program outcomes with weights then
either the payouts would be much smaller or the bonuses would
have to occur way less often
Q I love your magazine Please tell me why the casinos
are constantly changing out their games It seems like
the popular ones donrsquot stay around very long and others
that arenrsquot popular just sit with empty chairs Every
time I go to Laughlin the casinos keep changing out the
games For example [one casino] had an Elvis game
then CSI Miami (which I actually liked) and now they
have Beverly Hillbillies Yet Sex and the City is still
there and hardly ever played Doesnrsquot make a lot of
sense Also what happens to the Progressive Jackpots
that have never been given away when the machines are
taken out and are gone forever Thanks
Carol SchmidtmdashBuckeye Arizona
A Carol licensed titles like you mention tend to be either
leased or on ldquoparticipationrdquo at the casinos What this means is
therersquos profit sharing between the slot manufacturers of the
games and the casinos Therefore if one or both parties feel that
the game is not making enough money they will replace a title
with a new one Sometimes looks can be deceiving Although a
bank of slots might not have high traffic the amount of coin-in
might still be lucrative enough to justify keeping the games on
the floor On the other hand just because a slot seems to be
getting enough play and is popular doesnrsquot mean itrsquos making
money for the casino I do know from personal experience that
casinos tend to keep games if they are popular with customers
even if they are losing money on the games just to keep their
patrons happy However they arenrsquot able to do this with all the
games A casino is a business after all Careful evaluation needs
to be made by looking at the numbers in the Audit Menu of the
machines to see how they are performing on a regular basis
Then decisions on games (whether they stay or go) are made by
the casino executives
To answer your second questionmdashgaming regulations dictate
that any money in a progressive meter that is beyond the base
reset value must be returned back to the players What casinos
tend to do is transfer the money onto a different progressive
game Next time you notice a progressive machine gone take a
walk around the floor and see if you can observe any existing
progressive games with suddenly inflated values and yoursquoll
know why The other trick they tend to do is transfer the money
from the ldquooldrdquo machine leaving the floor to the ldquonewrdquo machine
being installed in its place if itrsquos also a progressive game $
GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashScottsdale
Recent additions to the slot floor at Casino Arizona include more of Aruzersquos excit-
ing Innovator Deluxe cabinets The Innovator Deluxe is known for its Radiant
Reels which are large reels dynamically illuminated by multi-colored LED lights
that contain variable spin speeds designed to build anticipation for the winning
combinations
The first of these exciting new themes is Aladdin and the Lamp a 5-reel 30-line
deluxe stepper slot game featuring an interactive magical lamp on the face of the
game machine which is used to beckon the genie in bonus rounds Actions that
occur in the top box impact the spins of the Radiant Reels below and rubbing the
lamp reveals the genie and a large variety of animations plus five different kinds
of bonus features
The lamp ldquorubrdquo releases multiple genies to the top screen and they fly down to the
physical reels to transform them into wild reels Aruze has done an amazing job
with their video techniques on the mechanical reels utilizing lights sounds and
variable reel speeds The genie seems to leap down to each reel causing it to spin
at high speeds until stopping on the full-reel image of the genie that is already on
the reels Itrsquos a truly enjoyable and unique experience playing this fun new slot
Aladdin And The Lamp By Aruze
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Alibaba By Aruze
Alibaba is a 5-reel 30-line deluxe stepper slot game and is the second of the
two new themes by Aruze that has just arrived onto the Casino Arizona slot
floor The game features a top box which allows for physical interactions dur-
ing four different kinds of bonuses and other game events Alibaba utilizes an
exciting new technique called ldquoRVL Technologyrdquo that adds a physical visual
layer to the interactive top box where devices can slide in front of the LCD
monitor in various game situations RVL Technology can block the monitor
from view unveil a small percentage of the monitor or even vibrate to provide
the illusion of a shaking monitor Players can watch Alibaba appear and disap-
pear through the video screen doors and get surprised with treasures thieves
or a bonus event Itrsquos a breath-taking technology with amazing visual effects
Talking Stick Resort has also just introduced new themes to the popular Aruze
Innovator bank King of Dragons III Catch The Money and Cherry Chance Shining
Seven In King of Dragons III players can seek the dragonrsquos riches hiding within
the magical orbs of the ldquoDragonrdquo bonus Catch the Money features the ldquoMoney
Bag Chancerdquo bonus which awards up to 15 free games and features various reel
actions including ldquoDancing Wheelsrdquo which rhythmically move with the gamersquos
music And Cherry Chance Shining Seven has the ldquoCherry Chancerdquo bonus which
awards up to 8 free games with increased chances of rsquo7rsquo wins $
08 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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10 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Americarsquos favorite family is coming to Yavapairsquos Non-Smoking
room this month New to IGTrsquos MegaJackpots line Family Guy is
a hilarious new slot that is a truly entertaining experience from
the surprising features and random credit awards in the base
game to each gut-busting bonus Family Guy is loaded with recog-
nizable symbols and characters from the popular television show
Players will be laughing out loud each time they enter one of six
animated bonus rounds which include fan favorite video clips and
iconic personalities Stewie welcomes players to the World Bonus
where players spin a globe for one of six bonuses
Loisrsquos Hot Free Spins
Drunken Clam Bonus
Peterrsquos Chicken Fight
Chrisrsquos Closet Bonus
Brianrsquos Dig Bonus amp
Stewiersquos Shoot Bonus
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Family Guy By IGT
Bu
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GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashPrescott
The Beverly Hillbillies By IGT
Another recent addition to the slot floor at Yavapai Casino is IGTrsquos popular
The Beverly Hillbillies Millionaire Mile slot Containing humorous video clips
and interactive content from the award-winning television comedy players
will love the chance to find their bubbling crude
While cooling off in beautiful Prescott Arizona this summer donrsquot forget to
also try Ballyrsquos new slots at Yavapai Casino which include Golden Tower
Shadow Diamond Imperial Treasure and Spirit And WMS fans can play all the
latest and greatest titles such as Cheers Plinko and Monster Jackpots at both
Yavapai Casino and Buckyrsquos Casino $
Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
ltim
edia
gam
esc
om
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 15
Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
Bal
lyte
chc
om
Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
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Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
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Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
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exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
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you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
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tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
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In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
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R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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 6 8
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7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
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H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
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azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 07
the 1000 and other larger numbers All similar games made by
IGT and other slot manufacturers are also programmed in the
same way If they didnrsquot program outcomes with weights then
either the payouts would be much smaller or the bonuses would
have to occur way less often
Q I love your magazine Please tell me why the casinos
are constantly changing out their games It seems like
the popular ones donrsquot stay around very long and others
that arenrsquot popular just sit with empty chairs Every
time I go to Laughlin the casinos keep changing out the
games For example [one casino] had an Elvis game
then CSI Miami (which I actually liked) and now they
have Beverly Hillbillies Yet Sex and the City is still
there and hardly ever played Doesnrsquot make a lot of
sense Also what happens to the Progressive Jackpots
that have never been given away when the machines are
taken out and are gone forever Thanks
Carol SchmidtmdashBuckeye Arizona
A Carol licensed titles like you mention tend to be either
leased or on ldquoparticipationrdquo at the casinos What this means is
therersquos profit sharing between the slot manufacturers of the
games and the casinos Therefore if one or both parties feel that
the game is not making enough money they will replace a title
with a new one Sometimes looks can be deceiving Although a
bank of slots might not have high traffic the amount of coin-in
might still be lucrative enough to justify keeping the games on
the floor On the other hand just because a slot seems to be
getting enough play and is popular doesnrsquot mean itrsquos making
money for the casino I do know from personal experience that
casinos tend to keep games if they are popular with customers
even if they are losing money on the games just to keep their
patrons happy However they arenrsquot able to do this with all the
games A casino is a business after all Careful evaluation needs
to be made by looking at the numbers in the Audit Menu of the
machines to see how they are performing on a regular basis
Then decisions on games (whether they stay or go) are made by
the casino executives
To answer your second questionmdashgaming regulations dictate
that any money in a progressive meter that is beyond the base
reset value must be returned back to the players What casinos
tend to do is transfer the money onto a different progressive
game Next time you notice a progressive machine gone take a
walk around the floor and see if you can observe any existing
progressive games with suddenly inflated values and yoursquoll
know why The other trick they tend to do is transfer the money
from the ldquooldrdquo machine leaving the floor to the ldquonewrdquo machine
being installed in its place if itrsquos also a progressive game $
GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashScottsdale
Recent additions to the slot floor at Casino Arizona include more of Aruzersquos excit-
ing Innovator Deluxe cabinets The Innovator Deluxe is known for its Radiant
Reels which are large reels dynamically illuminated by multi-colored LED lights
that contain variable spin speeds designed to build anticipation for the winning
combinations
The first of these exciting new themes is Aladdin and the Lamp a 5-reel 30-line
deluxe stepper slot game featuring an interactive magical lamp on the face of the
game machine which is used to beckon the genie in bonus rounds Actions that
occur in the top box impact the spins of the Radiant Reels below and rubbing the
lamp reveals the genie and a large variety of animations plus five different kinds
of bonus features
The lamp ldquorubrdquo releases multiple genies to the top screen and they fly down to the
physical reels to transform them into wild reels Aruze has done an amazing job
with their video techniques on the mechanical reels utilizing lights sounds and
variable reel speeds The genie seems to leap down to each reel causing it to spin
at high speeds until stopping on the full-reel image of the genie that is already on
the reels Itrsquos a truly enjoyable and unique experience playing this fun new slot
Aladdin And The Lamp By Aruze
Cas
ino
Ari
zon
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Tal
kin
g S
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Res
ort
Alibaba By Aruze
Alibaba is a 5-reel 30-line deluxe stepper slot game and is the second of the
two new themes by Aruze that has just arrived onto the Casino Arizona slot
floor The game features a top box which allows for physical interactions dur-
ing four different kinds of bonuses and other game events Alibaba utilizes an
exciting new technique called ldquoRVL Technologyrdquo that adds a physical visual
layer to the interactive top box where devices can slide in front of the LCD
monitor in various game situations RVL Technology can block the monitor
from view unveil a small percentage of the monitor or even vibrate to provide
the illusion of a shaking monitor Players can watch Alibaba appear and disap-
pear through the video screen doors and get surprised with treasures thieves
or a bonus event Itrsquos a breath-taking technology with amazing visual effects
Talking Stick Resort has also just introduced new themes to the popular Aruze
Innovator bank King of Dragons III Catch The Money and Cherry Chance Shining
Seven In King of Dragons III players can seek the dragonrsquos riches hiding within
the magical orbs of the ldquoDragonrdquo bonus Catch the Money features the ldquoMoney
Bag Chancerdquo bonus which awards up to 15 free games and features various reel
actions including ldquoDancing Wheelsrdquo which rhythmically move with the gamersquos
music And Cherry Chance Shining Seven has the ldquoCherry Chancerdquo bonus which
awards up to 8 free games with increased chances of rsquo7rsquo wins $
08 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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10 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Americarsquos favorite family is coming to Yavapairsquos Non-Smoking
room this month New to IGTrsquos MegaJackpots line Family Guy is
a hilarious new slot that is a truly entertaining experience from
the surprising features and random credit awards in the base
game to each gut-busting bonus Family Guy is loaded with recog-
nizable symbols and characters from the popular television show
Players will be laughing out loud each time they enter one of six
animated bonus rounds which include fan favorite video clips and
iconic personalities Stewie welcomes players to the World Bonus
where players spin a globe for one of six bonuses
Loisrsquos Hot Free Spins
Drunken Clam Bonus
Peterrsquos Chicken Fight
Chrisrsquos Closet Bonus
Brianrsquos Dig Bonus amp
Stewiersquos Shoot Bonus
z
Family Guy By IGT
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ino
GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashPrescott
The Beverly Hillbillies By IGT
Another recent addition to the slot floor at Yavapai Casino is IGTrsquos popular
The Beverly Hillbillies Millionaire Mile slot Containing humorous video clips
and interactive content from the award-winning television comedy players
will love the chance to find their bubbling crude
While cooling off in beautiful Prescott Arizona this summer donrsquot forget to
also try Ballyrsquos new slots at Yavapai Casino which include Golden Tower
Shadow Diamond Imperial Treasure and Spirit And WMS fans can play all the
latest and greatest titles such as Cheers Plinko and Monster Jackpots at both
Yavapai Casino and Buckyrsquos Casino $
Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
ltim
edia
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esc
om
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 15
Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
Bal
lyte
chc
om
Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
tos
cou
rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
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H R N H E R Z
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R A Y R N R T
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GREAT GAMES New SlotsmdashScottsdale
Recent additions to the slot floor at Casino Arizona include more of Aruzersquos excit-
ing Innovator Deluxe cabinets The Innovator Deluxe is known for its Radiant
Reels which are large reels dynamically illuminated by multi-colored LED lights
that contain variable spin speeds designed to build anticipation for the winning
combinations
The first of these exciting new themes is Aladdin and the Lamp a 5-reel 30-line
deluxe stepper slot game featuring an interactive magical lamp on the face of the
game machine which is used to beckon the genie in bonus rounds Actions that
occur in the top box impact the spins of the Radiant Reels below and rubbing the
lamp reveals the genie and a large variety of animations plus five different kinds
of bonus features
The lamp ldquorubrdquo releases multiple genies to the top screen and they fly down to the
physical reels to transform them into wild reels Aruze has done an amazing job
with their video techniques on the mechanical reels utilizing lights sounds and
variable reel speeds The genie seems to leap down to each reel causing it to spin
at high speeds until stopping on the full-reel image of the genie that is already on
the reels Itrsquos a truly enjoyable and unique experience playing this fun new slot
Aladdin And The Lamp By Aruze
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ino
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zon
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Alibaba By Aruze
Alibaba is a 5-reel 30-line deluxe stepper slot game and is the second of the
two new themes by Aruze that has just arrived onto the Casino Arizona slot
floor The game features a top box which allows for physical interactions dur-
ing four different kinds of bonuses and other game events Alibaba utilizes an
exciting new technique called ldquoRVL Technologyrdquo that adds a physical visual
layer to the interactive top box where devices can slide in front of the LCD
monitor in various game situations RVL Technology can block the monitor
from view unveil a small percentage of the monitor or even vibrate to provide
the illusion of a shaking monitor Players can watch Alibaba appear and disap-
pear through the video screen doors and get surprised with treasures thieves
or a bonus event Itrsquos a breath-taking technology with amazing visual effects
Talking Stick Resort has also just introduced new themes to the popular Aruze
Innovator bank King of Dragons III Catch The Money and Cherry Chance Shining
Seven In King of Dragons III players can seek the dragonrsquos riches hiding within
the magical orbs of the ldquoDragonrdquo bonus Catch the Money features the ldquoMoney
Bag Chancerdquo bonus which awards up to 15 free games and features various reel
actions including ldquoDancing Wheelsrdquo which rhythmically move with the gamersquos
music And Cherry Chance Shining Seven has the ldquoCherry Chancerdquo bonus which
awards up to 8 free games with increased chances of rsquo7rsquo wins $
08 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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10 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Americarsquos favorite family is coming to Yavapairsquos Non-Smoking
room this month New to IGTrsquos MegaJackpots line Family Guy is
a hilarious new slot that is a truly entertaining experience from
the surprising features and random credit awards in the base
game to each gut-busting bonus Family Guy is loaded with recog-
nizable symbols and characters from the popular television show
Players will be laughing out loud each time they enter one of six
animated bonus rounds which include fan favorite video clips and
iconic personalities Stewie welcomes players to the World Bonus
where players spin a globe for one of six bonuses
Loisrsquos Hot Free Spins
Drunken Clam Bonus
Peterrsquos Chicken Fight
Chrisrsquos Closet Bonus
Brianrsquos Dig Bonus amp
Stewiersquos Shoot Bonus
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ino
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The Beverly Hillbillies By IGT
Another recent addition to the slot floor at Yavapai Casino is IGTrsquos popular
The Beverly Hillbillies Millionaire Mile slot Containing humorous video clips
and interactive content from the award-winning television comedy players
will love the chance to find their bubbling crude
While cooling off in beautiful Prescott Arizona this summer donrsquot forget to
also try Ballyrsquos new slots at Yavapai Casino which include Golden Tower
Shadow Diamond Imperial Treasure and Spirit And WMS fans can play all the
latest and greatest titles such as Cheers Plinko and Monster Jackpots at both
Yavapai Casino and Buckyrsquos Casino $
Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
ltim
edia
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esc
om
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
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Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
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om
Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
tos
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rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
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TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
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Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
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being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
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44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
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E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
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10 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Americarsquos favorite family is coming to Yavapairsquos Non-Smoking
room this month New to IGTrsquos MegaJackpots line Family Guy is
a hilarious new slot that is a truly entertaining experience from
the surprising features and random credit awards in the base
game to each gut-busting bonus Family Guy is loaded with recog-
nizable symbols and characters from the popular television show
Players will be laughing out loud each time they enter one of six
animated bonus rounds which include fan favorite video clips and
iconic personalities Stewie welcomes players to the World Bonus
where players spin a globe for one of six bonuses
Loisrsquos Hot Free Spins
Drunken Clam Bonus
Peterrsquos Chicken Fight
Chrisrsquos Closet Bonus
Brianrsquos Dig Bonus amp
Stewiersquos Shoot Bonus
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Family Guy By IGT
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ino
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The Beverly Hillbillies By IGT
Another recent addition to the slot floor at Yavapai Casino is IGTrsquos popular
The Beverly Hillbillies Millionaire Mile slot Containing humorous video clips
and interactive content from the award-winning television comedy players
will love the chance to find their bubbling crude
While cooling off in beautiful Prescott Arizona this summer donrsquot forget to
also try Ballyrsquos new slots at Yavapai Casino which include Golden Tower
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latest and greatest titles such as Cheers Plinko and Monster Jackpots at both
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Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
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edia
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azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
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Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
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lyte
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Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
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azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
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The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
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Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
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26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
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Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
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All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
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The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
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exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
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to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
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catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
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Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
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Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
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Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
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Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
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The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
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Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
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work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
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imit
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a
Bin
go
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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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e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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Bust open the piggy bank with One Red Cent Deluxe the 9-reel
32-line video slot game that comes with a little something extra
Multimedia Games debuts this money making 5-tier progres-
sive on the newest High Rise Games Series with an impressive
37 inch video top box Players will earn progressive prizes when
5 to 9 scattered One Red Cent symbols land on the reels with 9
symbols earning the top tier The ldquoRed Centrdquo bonus available at
any bet level is triggered when three Penny symbols land on
the seventh payline A giant penny rolls across the main screen
and all reel symbols are replaced with doors The doors open to
reveal a nickel dime or quarter that will spin and show a multi-
plier of 5X 10X or 25X After each pick multipliers are added
together to give players a total bonus multiplier In 1 out of 50
times the penny will spin faster and faster until it turns into the
One Red Cent symbol giving players a 100X multiplier Then the
bonus round will end when the player picks the door conceal-
ing the penny One Red Cent Deluxe on the new High Rise Games
Series by Multimedia Games is sure to leave players with an
experience they can take to the bank For more information
about this or other Multimedia Games please visit their website
at multimediagamescom
One Red Cent Deluxe
Crown Jewels
Players will feel like royalty when they play the 5-reel 40-line
Crown Jewels video slot from Multimedia Games and with its
Free Spin Bonus round they may win enough to move into the
castle too When three or more Free Spin Bonus symbols land
scattered on the reels the player is awarded 7 free spins and a
credit prize The credit prize is worth 2X the total bet if three
symbols trigger the bonus round 10X the bet if four symbols
were the trigger or 25X if all five symbols landed on the reels
And thatrsquos not all During the bonus round a sixth multiplier
reel with values ranging from 2X to 10X will spin with each free
spin Winning pays will be multiplied by the corresponding
multiplier on the sixth reel Three or more bonus symbols land-
ing during the bonus round will award an additional 7 free
spins and the same credit prizes Players can win up to 35 free
spins with this rich rich game $ Mu
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edia
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azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 13
New Slots By Multimedia Games Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
New Slots By Bally Technologies Coming Soon GREAT GAMES
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 15
Two Wheels amp
Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
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Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
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iver
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rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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Towering Entertainment Hot Shot has been a player-favorite on casino floors for years This fran-
chise from Bally Technologies is one you have come to expect on any
and every casino floor you visit The latest Hot Shot is Hot Shot Pro-
gressive on the enormous new ALPHA 2 Pro V22 with Digital Tower
Ballyrsquos latest and biggest in the Pro Series product line the massive 42
inch vertical secondary display provides an unparalleled entertainment
experience for a variety of the slot manufacturerrsquos new premium games
So what is it that has made Hot Shot so entertaining and such
a success over the years It has to be the mini slot games
Called Game-in-Game by Bally you spin for three or more of
the Game-in-Game symbols to trigger the feature Each mini
game is a classic Bally title including Blazing 7s Diamond Line
Triple Jackpot Blazing 7s Double Jackpot Triple Blazing 7s and
Triple Blazing 7s Seven Times Pay Each of these games includes
a top jackpot award you can win with multiple jackpot wins
that are possible
This new Hot Shot includes the mini games but adds even
more bonus features to the mix Hot Shot Progressive has two U-
Spin wheel features The Credit Wheel feature is triggered by
three matching Bonus symbols Yoursquoll get one spin of the
wheel and win up to 10000X total bet if yoursquore not betting
max If you are betting max the top award is the huge Hot Shot
Progressive jackpot
The second wheel feature is the Free Games Wheel Triggered
by three mixed Bonus symbols yoursquoll receive a spin on the
Free Games Wheel and the Multiplier Wheel awarding you a
number of free games and a multiplier which can be retrig-
gered up to 100 free games The mini games can be triggered
during the Free Games as well
This latest Hot Shot from Bally promises to be the best yet Coming soon
to casino floors here plan on giving this one a spin For more informa-
tion about this or other Bally Technologies games please visit their
website at Ballytechcom $
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Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
tos
cou
rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
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1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
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Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
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Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
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imit
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information
Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday
RV
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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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Do hot summer afternoons have you
and your friends looking for a place to
cool off on the weekends
Well good newsmdashtherersquos a new hot
spot for locals and vacationers alike to
enjoy refreshing cocktails luxurious
lounge chairs live music and most im-
portantly a cool body of watermdashthe
pool at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort
ldquoWe really wanted to give both locals
and vacationers a place where they can
cut loose and cool down while lounging
by the poolrdquo said Mike Kintner market-
ing director at Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino
Resort
The recently renovated pool at Harrahrsquos
is the place to be and be seen this sum-
mer and continues to draw pool-goers
looking to soak up some sun or enjoy
the fun weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties
ldquoOur weekly Margarita Sunday Pool
Parties arenrsquot just limited to those stay-
ing at the resortrdquo said Kintner ldquoFrom 2
until 6pm those in the community are
welcome to come enjoy the festivitiesrdquo
GAMING NEWS
By Katie Snyder
16 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
For just $10 you get one adult admission
into the event which includes two bev-
erages of your choice from margaritas
beer or wine And if you need some-
thing else to quench your thirst after a
long day in the sun donrsquot worry be-
cause Harrahrsquos has you covered The
Harrahrsquos drink menu is available all day
long Enjoy your favorite summer cock-
tails or even one of Harrahrsquos popular
signature drinks like the Harrahcane
ldquoWe have a variety of different libations
for our guests that opt out of our usual
Margarita Sunday specialsrdquo said Nata-
lie Cecini beverage manager at Harrahrsquos
Ak-Chin Casino Resort ldquoOur special
Harrahcane signature drink is one of
our most popular drinks both poolside
and at the casinordquo
And after a day in the sun head in and
enjoy some exciting gaming action or
grab a bite to eat at one of the popular
restaurants Donrsquot let the high temps
keep you from having a good time Get
away from the hustle and bustle and
head to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin for some fun
in the sun and an experience that is
worth the drive $
The Harrahcane Harrahrsquos signature drink
is a blend of Captain Morgan Original
Spiced and Malibu Coconut rums with
cranberry pineapple and orange juices
Price $7
Sunday Pool Parties
Make a Splash in Maricopa
18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
tos
cou
rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
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Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
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Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
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being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
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44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
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R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
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6 8 2
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18 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
GAMING NEWS
The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) announced that it will have a fiscal
end-of-the-year budget surplus in excess of $250000 The agency cites improve-
ments in operational efficiency as the main reason they are able to provide the
enhanced services at reduced costs The money saved will be given to the Arizona
Educational Fund ldquoIn todayrsquos economic climate state agencies are being asked to
accomplish their missions with less resourcesrdquo said Mark Brnovich Director of
the Arizona Department of Gaming
The Department employed new cost-saving methods and sought innovative ways
to become more proficient Those methods proved successful over the last year
when ADG oversaw the opening of two new Arizona tribal casinos ADG em-
ployees implemented modern wireless and electronic technologies to certify gam-
ing machines conduct inspections and improve efficiency in the field Casino
audit work steps were modified to be more efficacious Enhancements to gaming
employee and vendor applications were also made establishing a streamlined
process for those wishing to pursue careers or do business with gaming facilities
Director Brnovich was chairman of the Arizona Commission on Privatization and
Efficiency Now in addition to offering cost-saving suggestions to state leaders
he is providing a real-world example of improved government efficiency The
ADG is often cited as a model state agency
ldquoThe Department continues to pursue efficient ways to protect the public ensure
compliance with the Arizona TribalndashState Gaming Compacts and regulate the
gaming industryrdquo said Brnovich ldquoIt is vital to keep pace in a rapidly developing
field while operating within the means of a prudent budget In doing so we are
excited to be in a position where we can contribute much needed resources to the
Arizona Educational Fundrdquo
Government Efficiency
In Action - Will Benefit
AZ Educational Fund
Konami Gaming
Expands Vegas Offices Signals more Konami games
to hit casino floors soon
Konami Gaming a subsidiary of Japanrsquos
Konami Corp has just started expanding
its US headquarters in Las Vegas The
existing facility is nearly 123000 square
feet and the renovation includes the addi-
tion of another 193000 square feet that is
adjacent to the current building
The increase in size to a 316000 square
foot facility shows the companyrsquos growth
and future goals which includes main-
taining their position as a leading slot
manufacturer in the gaming industry
Alongside slot giants IGT Bally WMS
and Aristocrat Konami has continued to
grow a loyal following of fans with all
their innovative products
Konami is clearly in a growth stage With
the facility expansion plans on increas-
ing staff and production capabilities are
already in place In January of this year
Konami announced a very lucrative li-
censing agreement with Hasbro Inc to
design and manufacture slot games using
the Dungeons and Dragons brand $
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
tos
cou
rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
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Bin
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
Glendale Resident Receives $500000 Surprise
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
eorge McGurk Jr
of Glendale got a
very pleasant surprise
the morning of June 18
2013 when he made his
usual stop at his favorite
store He purchased one
$500000 Riches Scratcher
and took it outside to
scratch After he was
finished scratching the
ticket and realizing he
had won the amount of
$500000 he kept rechecking it Finally he called his fianceacutee to
come meet him in the parking lot because he was afraid he
might pass out from shock
Once he began to feel better George went to work He told a
couple of co-workers about his good fortune and they wanted to
know if the ticket was real He decided to redeem the ticket
G
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 19
right away so he wouldnrsquot have to worry about carrying it
around George prefers the $10 and $20 games because he likes
the odds He also believes that ldquoYou have to play big to win
bigrdquo (He was referring to the cost of the ticket not the number
of tickets purchased)
After his stint in the Air Force George moved to Arizona where
he works as a journeyman lineman He plays Powerball as part of
an office pool In his spare time he is an active gamer With
regard to his winnings George hasnrsquot made any plans except
that he intends to pay off his bills and lavish his fianceacutee with
some special gifts He will bank a good portion of his winnings
but also intends to ldquoenjoy life a little morerdquo The winning ticket
was purchased at Circle K 10625 N 19th Ave Phoenix $
Winners amp Jackpots ARIZONA LOTTERY
20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
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rtes
y of
Gil
a R
iver
Gam
ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
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WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information
Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday
RV
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e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
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9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
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E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
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20 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DINING
ith summer in full force and Arizonarsquos extreme
heat this is the time our bodies naturally crave
lighter food high in nutrients and water content
So in a search for the perfect summer salad our
team visited numerous Arizona casinos and we were all excited
to find a wonderful assortment of options to choose from at
every location The dishes we devoured were all fresh delicious
and satisfying Although extremely difficult we managed to
narrow it down to five must-try favorites hellip
W
555 ScrumptiousScrumptiousScrumptious
Summer Salads Summer Salads Summer Salads
Thai Salad
Talking Stick ResortmdashScottsdalemdash4808507777
Blue Coyote Cafeacute Enjoy the spicy Asian-inspired Thai Salad
with romaine Napa cabbage carrots peppers mushrooms snow
peas and a sweet Thai chile dressing
3 California Salad With Brie
Quechan CasinomdashWinterhavenmdash8777832426
Ocotillo Cafeacute Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with the
tasty California Salad with Brie a wonderful mix of lettuce to-
matoes papaya strawberries avocadoes dates and fried brie
tossed in a balsamic vinegar
1 Agave House Salad
Desert Diamond CasinosmdashSahuaritamdash8663329467
Agave Savor the local cuisine inspired Agave Salad with jicama
queso fresco tomatoes black beans corn spicy pecans and dried
cranberries topped with their own Agave dressing
2
Grilled Steak Salad
Mazatzal CasinomdashPaysonmdash8007777529
The Cedar Ridge Restaurant Bring on the meat with their
Grilled Steak Salad This mouth-watering salad is a mix of grilled
marinated steak strips romaine iceberg baby field greens
boursin cheese and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette
4
Wild Horse Pass Salad
Wild Horse Pass HotelampCasinomdashChandlermdash8009464452
Cafeacute 247 Try the signature Wild Horse Pass Salad hosting
sliced chicken breast red seedless grapes sliced Swiss cheese
candied pecans with Organic baby greens tossed in their own
poppy seed dressing
5
ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
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iver
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rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
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CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
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Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
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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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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
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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
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ideo keno is essentially a lottery game where players de-
cide how many numbers (from 4 to 10) to mark on a field
of eighty numbers (from 1 to 80) and what wager to place on
each ldquospinrdquo where twenty numbers are randomly drawn from
the available eighty Depending on how many of the selected
numbers match the twenty drawn numbers determines how
much is won based on the pay tables provided in the help
screen Arizona Gaming Guide staff members routinely find dif-
ferent pay tables at different locations on many casino floors for
the same denomination It really pays to check the help screen
However players can be forced to pick from pay tables they
know to be poor This can happen when visiting a new casino
with friends vacationing at a casino out of town or if the
playerrsquos favorite casino decides to make a change to the video
keno games and thatrsquos when players have to make the best out
of a bad situation Based on one example of a less than desirable
(ie downright crummy) pay table our staff found at a casino
recently (see the chart to the right) herersquos some advice for video
keno players in order to make the best of it
Ultimately the math never lies with video keno The analy-
sis here indicates to play 7 spots This selection has the
highest ldquoRatingrdquo number and therefore in the long run is
the best way to play this bad pay table
The ldquoOddsrdquo number (the average number of spins it takes
to obtain a winning result) is the same regardless of the pay
table The best and the worst video keno will have the same
ldquoOddsrdquo number based on the hits listed here This means
yoursquoll win something (on average) most often playing 4
spots followed by playing 7 spots The worst ldquoOddsrdquo are for
10 spots It takes over 15 games before you get a winner
When investigating video keno pay tables always check the
help screen and make sure to place the bet multiplier at ldquo1rdquo
so comparisons are simple If necessary record the pay ta-
bles on a sheet of paper by using a cell phonersquos note app or
a quick cell phone photo (if the casinorsquos house rules permit
photos)
Donrsquot believe any video keno strategies that are not based
on statistical analysis performed by a trained experienced
mathematician Arizona Gaming Guide staff routinely finds
inaccurate and totally false information on most internet
sites claiming to offer video keno strategies and advice
Good luck choose your numbers wisely and play 7 spots $
All of the analysis performed here is based on statistical calculations which consider an
infinite number of random ldquospinsrdquo on a video keno game Most players can approximate
these numbers within 5-10 after only 100000 spins This number of spins is not difficult
to achieve over a year or two of entertainment gaming with weekly play sessions lasting for
only a few hours
24 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
One Example Of A
Bad Video Keno Pay Table
10 Spots Hits Pays 9 Spots Hits Pays
10 10000 9 10000
9 4500 8 4700
8 1000 7 300
7 132 6 44
6 23 5 6
5 5 4 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
1547 8979 1389 8063 653 8993 588 8088
8 Spots Hits Pays 7 Spots Hits Pays
8 10000 7 7000
7 1550 6 390
6 98 5 20
5 12 4 2
4 2 3 1
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
977 9067 886 8222 423 9085 384 8253
6 Spots Hits Pays 5 Spots Hits Pays
6 1500 5 804
5 68 4 11
4 4 3 3
3 3
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
619 9076 562 8237 1034 9033 934 8160
4 Spots Hits Pays 3 Spots Hits Pays
4 85 3 45
3 5 2 2
2 2
Odds Return Value Rating Odds Return Value Rating
386 9019 348 8134 655 9019 591 8134
2 Spots Hits Pays OddsmdashHow many spins to win
2 14 ReturnmdashPayback percentage
Odds Return Value Rating ValuemdashAverage amount of a win
601 8418 1400 7086 RatingmdashIdentifies best of spots
If I have to play at a casino with a BAD VIDEO KENO PAY TABLE
How many spots do I playHow many spots do I playHow many spots do I play
WINNING WAYS Hints amp Tips
V
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
Pho
tos
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rtes
y of
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a R
iver
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ing
En
terp
rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
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TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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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e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
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E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
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N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
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P R T E S I W P
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The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is now open Gaming dining entertainment luxuri-
ous accommodations and more are waiting at the West Valleyrsquos only casino and resort desti-
nation Experience the place where passion ignites the day and the night remains forever
young Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is an elegant and modern casino and 90-room luxury boutique hotel
offering 950 hot Slots 36 oversized Table Games a deluxe Play Poker room a picturesque Bingo Park
exciting entertainment venues delicious restaurants and so much more
The spacious gaming floor at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is filled with excitement Over 950 brand new slot
machines including all of the most popular titles greet you as you walk through the grand main entrance
Names including Wheel of Fortune CSI Family Guy Sex and the City and the Hangover are located through-
out the slot floor for the latest in interactive fun Many of the new slot machines include a novel in-game
26 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
COVER STORY THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER
Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
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iver
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rise
s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
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Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
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Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
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Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
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athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
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the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
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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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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all of the digits 1 - 9 None of the digits may appear more than
once in each column row and 3 x 3 grid
(Solution on page 50)
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In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
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H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
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N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
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FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
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R A Y R N R T
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Over 950 slot machines 36 table games 16 table poker room
550 seat Bingo Park 3 story 90 room hotel fitness center
pool 6 restaurants including a signature Ditkarsquos Restaurant
Coffee Shop 247 and a food court featuring Dunkinrsquo Donuts
Panda Express Los Reyes De La Torta and Fat Burger 4 bars
premium playerrsquos club lounge 6000 square foot event center
and parking for 2800 including a self-park garage
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s
Vee Quivarsquos luxurious hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
Vee Quiva Gaming Floor
display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
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To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
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procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
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E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
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display that provides up-to-date information on the latest pro-
motions and attractions at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
All the most popular table games are also located on the gaming
floor right alongside the popular slot machines Play Blackjack
Pai Gow Let it Ride Three Card Poker and more at one of 36
tables Each one is appointed with comfortable seating and
friendly dealers to create the perfect gaming experience The
gaming floor at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is full of
high stakes excitement and beautiful deacutecor Colorful and dy-
namic ceiling panels located overhead provide an elegant ambi-
ance and can be changed to suit different themes holidays and
atmospheres The colors are vibrant and they accentuate the
energy around every corner
The Play Poker room at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino is the perfect
place for poker players to feel the energy of this incredible new
property Inside comfortable seating at 16 tables offer the per-
fect place to play a hand Choose between Hold lsquoem Omaha
and Stud games or play in one of the many tournaments and
promotional games that take place regularly Enjoy a fun and
relaxed atmosphere while you check and raise your way to the
exclusive featured table at the hottest poker room in Arizona
HD televisions showcasing the latest sporting events and access
to selections of menus from the restaurants add to the energy
and take the game to the next level
Right next door to the Play Poker room is the one-of-a-kind 550
seat Bingo Park Bingo will never be the same once yoursquove
played it at Bingo Park Bingo Park features the best game play
in the state and combines it with a room that is part of the show
High quality pictures from Americarsquos most well-known Na-
tional Parks surround players at Bingo Park The panoramic
scenes and picturesque views begin with a selection of shots
from Arizonarsquos own Grand Canyon and over time will be
changed to reflect other national treasures Oversized bingo
caller boards 80rdquo televisions and dedicated restroom access
bring amenities to Vee Quivarsquos bingo players that canrsquot be found
anywhere else It all adds to the larger-than-life experience and
brings all your favorite bingo games to the new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino as you have never seen before Daily Fireball Bingo
and Saturday Night Bingo Eclipse complement regular matinee
sessions at Noon and evening sessions at 630 pm Hot Head
Herbie and the team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino look forward
to seeing you there and creating the most memorable bingo
experience of a lifetime
VEE QUIVA LUXURY DOWN TO THE LETTER
Coach Ditka at the Grand Opening
Vee Quivarsquos exquisite hotel rooms
Vee Quiva Event Center Vee Quiva Hotel Lobby
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 29
Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
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Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
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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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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
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22 Vee Quiva Casino 6443 Komatke Ln Laveen 800-946-4452 950 Y Y Y Y
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Everyone has reason to celebrate at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino and the Vee Quiva Event Center is pulling out all the
stops and bringing out great entertainers and offering a versa-
tile space for meetings or special events Big names in music
comedy and more will be on display all year long at the Vee
Quiva Event Center Want to create your own show Talk to the
catering team at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino to create a custom-
ized event that will wow clients partygoers or whoever you
have in mind Whether you experience a show or decide to plan
an event of your own the Vee Quiva Event Center is sure to be a
huge hit
All the gaming and entertainment at the all-new Vee Quiva Ho-
tel amp Casino is sure to keep you busy for a very long time and
you may need to pause and refuel Luckily Vee Quiva Hotel amp
Casino is full of some of the hottest restaurants in Phoenix and
tastes you wonrsquot find anywhere else in the state
Ditkarsquos is the premier restaurant at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino
Founded by legendary Chicago Bears head coach and player
Mike Ditka the restaurant offers fine dining and a generous
selection of wines in an amazing atmosphere It is the only
Ditkarsquos in the western United States and one of the only restau-
rants in Arizona to feature a custom made Molteni Oven
Ditkarsquos is joined by Fatburger Dunkinrsquo Donuts Panda Express
THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER VEE QUIVA
Los Reyes De La Torta and more to offer casual dining selec-
tions for any occasion
There is so much to do and see at the all-new Vee Quiva Hotel
amp Casino you just may need more than one day If you find you
just donrsquot want to leave check in at the front desk of the incredi-
ble 90 room boutique luxury hotel The newest hotel in the Val-
ley is appointed with a modern look inspired by the designs of
Frank Lloyd Wright and finishes that rival anything in Arizona
Top quality amenities complement the first class dining gaming
and entertainment at Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino Large flat-
screen televisions pillow-top mattresses ipodiphone docking
stations and more are included in every room to create a stun-
ning new hotel option in the West Valley
The all-new Vee Quiva Hotel amp Casino has something for every-
one The beautifully designed casino and boutique luxury hotel
are sure to become the hottest spot for entertainment dining
and more It all starts this month and it all starts at Vee Quiva
Hotel amp Casino For more information call 800WINGILA or
visit wingilarivercom $
Many thanks to everyone at Marketing Performance Group RPM
Advertising Inc and Gila River Gaming Enterprises for their hard
work and assistance with the cover picture and feature story
30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
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CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
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7
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In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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7 6 4
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2 9 8
8 3 9
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5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
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H R N H E R Z
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F I S A D C O T I R
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N E E R R E M I
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30 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
By Lee Allen
Get set for a full week of non-stop Navajo with the 67th version of the annual Navajo Nation
Fair September 2-8 in Window Rock Arizona Upwards of 150000 visitors are expected to show
up in party mode for what is advertised as the largest American Indian fair in North America
ldquoThe largest gathering of Indian nations in the US that cultivates and nurtures indigenous ex-
pressionrdquo according to Multicultural Travel News
This tribal fair grand daddy established in 1938 with livestock as its theme has now blossomed
into nearly a lsquosomething-for-everyonersquo event ldquoThe Fair has become a world-renowned event that
showcases numerous aspects of Navajo life promoting the preservation of our heritage This is a
time to feature and honor our people and wersquore happy to be a forum for their many talents ac-
knowledging hard work and accomplishments and sharing our cultural pride and beauty with
othersrdquo said 2012 Fair Manager Norma Bowman
In addition to a myriad of scheduled attractions the fair location in Window Rock is a draw in
itself as one of the scenic wonders of Navajoland surrounded by four sacred mountains near Fort
Defiance Arizona and 25 miles outside of Gallup New Mexico This yearrsquos fair coordinator is no
stranger to heavy pressure and the dozens of demands she will face Genevieve ldquoGenevardquo
Tsouhlarkis managed the fair from 1989-1991 after making history in the rodeo worldhelliptwice
She became a National Indian World Barrel Racing Champion in the late 1980s at age 33 then
rocked the rodeo arena by clinching the National Indian World Barrel Racing Championships at
age 51
Navajo Nation Fair 67th Annual67th Annual67th Annual
September 2-8 Window Rock AZ
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
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In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information
Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday
RV
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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
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R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
Shersquos still a force to be reckoned with now that her children are
grown and she is able to return to her former fair responsibili-
ties A businessaccounting graduate of the University of Albu-
querque the Standing Rock New Mexico native says ldquoItrsquos like I
never left and I am up to the challengerdquo So now shersquos back and
ready to ride ldquoI want to make the Navajo Nation Fair THE
place to be I want other tribes to enter our pow wows our ro-
deo the performances and our parade And I want visitors
from around the world to see hear taste and experience the
lively spirit of the Navajo culturerdquo
Because of the size of this annual undertaking it takes months
of planning and preparation to get it ready and a very large
workforce and a lot of teamwork to pull it off ldquoWe spend half a
million dollars on services and contracts alone --- everything
from entertainment and specialty acts to lighting parking and
janitorial servicesrdquo says Nathaniel Boyd Navajo Nation Parks
and Recreation Contract Compliance Officerrdquo
Interestingly enough despite the draw for tourists from all over
the planet a Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Study reveals
that a good percentage of fair visitors come from the nearly
300000 enrolled nation members who travel from all corners of
the 28000-square-mile reservation to spend most of their fair
pocketbook on the rodeo the midway carnival food and bever-
ages Not only does the fair allow Navajo peoples to show the
world who they are and what they are about the annual event
also allows hard-working Dine a chance to kick back and enjoy
familiar pastimes like rodeo and pow wow ldquoWersquore grateful that
many tribal members attend the fair but we also want to attract
visitors from throughout the world because the Navajo Nation
Fair is a family-fun event for people of all ages and nationali-
tiesrdquo said Parks and Recreation Department Manager Martin
Begaye
Each yearrsquos fair has a theme like 2012rsquos ldquoAppreciation Tradi-
tionrdquo that honored Navajo elders as priceless treasures The 90-
year-old Code Talker Chester Nez --- the only living Navajo
remaining from the World War II Marine Corps platoon that
developed their unbreakable secret code --- acted as the Grand
Marshall ldquoOur elders are precious and full of wisdom provid-
ing us both a glimpse of the past and the key to the future
Wersquore grateful for ancestors who paved the way for our way of
life todayrdquo said the event coordinator Elders Day with singing
and dancing is scheduled for Thursday September 5
The full slate of events planned for the 2103 event have not yet
been announced to the public but in years past they included a
parade an inter-tribal pow wow lots of rodeo action [Junior
Rodeo Master Rodeo Wild Horse Racing Dummy Roping] a
half-marathon a fund-raising golf tournament singing and
dancing crowning of Miss Navajo Nation a livestock exhibit
and butchering contest a carnival a farmers market and food
pavilions galore One of the event categories that generally re-
sults in standing-room-only viewing involves Indian cowboys
and a variety of four-footed-friends that either help with the
roping or are roped themselves Expect to see the Dean C Jack-
son Arena filled with spectators in boots and jeans urging on
the hundreds of competing cowboys and cowgirls ldquoItrsquos been
said that Indian rodeo is the most popular sport on the Navajo
Nation and fans can look forward to a razor-sharp showdown
of Native American competitorsrdquo says Parks and Recreation
Department publicist Roberta John ldquoIt just doesnrsquot get any more
rustic and original than Indian rodeo on Indian land where the
theme is lsquoliving life in eight secondsrsquordquo
For shutterbugs in the crowd there will be a chance to capture
picture-perfect Navajo elders dressed in full regalia ldquoThe tradi-
tional song and dance competition is a combination of unique
beauty and examples of traditional culturerdquo says John ldquoTribal
members from throughout the reservation follow the drum beat
while wearing their finest minutely-detailed traditional attirerdquo
There is a word of caution here --- because the population of the
Navajo Nation just about doubles during the event early arrival
is not only recommended but almost mandatory By 8am on
parade morning Highway 264 between Tse Bonito NM and St
Michaels AZ will be closed for hours as thousands of specta-
tors line the 3-mile-long parade route
For event schedules and further information please visit their
website at navajonationfaircom $
TRIBAL NEWS
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 31
32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Tropicana
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TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information
Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday
RV
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Arc
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e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
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32 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
TRIBAL NEWS
n Indian Country life is viewed as interconnected and
every decision has physical economic social and spiritual
consequences and all these impacts must be carefully con-
sidered Tribes are investing on and off their Native lands in
ventures such as hotels golf courses manufacturing solar and
wind technology entertainment venues tourism health care
the hospitality industry and gambling enterprises all of which
have begun to generate significant revenues for the intercon-
nected community Over the last three years the Ak-Chin Indian
Community has made significant investments both on tribal
lands and in the surrounding communities
ldquoWe have made great strides not only in the Ak-Chin Indian
Community but at a regional level as well to diversify our de-
velopment efforts and improve the quality of life for our tribal
members through well-evaluated economic ventures and capital
projectsrdquo said Ak-Chin Tribal Chairman Louis J Manuel Jr
ldquoWe are excited about our joint efforts and partnerships so far
this year and we look forward to working together to find more
ways to continue investing in the greater communityrdquo
Since 2012 the Community has made significant investments on
the reservation from a multi-million dollar partnership with
Quail Run Building Materials Inc to create a manufacturing
center to a multi-purpose justice center that houses the police
department detention probation public defenderrsquos office
prosecutorrsquos office courts and programming space for rehabili-
tation services to a multi-million dollar Water Reclamation Fa-
cility ldquoWith the new Water Reclamation Facility we are able to
provide advanced water and wastewater system capacity for
current and future development in the communityrdquo said Tribal
Chairman Manuel
The addition of the Water Reclamation Facility came just before
the Communityrsquos planned commercial center now known as
the Ultrastar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle located
directly north of Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Casino Resort Completed in
late 2012 the center features a 12-screen movie theater and a 24-
lane bowling alley an arcade laser tag and restaurants as well
as an outdoor amphitheater
That doesnrsquot include what has been accomplished so far in 2013
In May the tribe expanded their farming enterprise to include a
full Potato Washing Plant on reservation where potatoes are
washed inspected sorted packed and then sent to local food
distribution plants This recent addition has allowed the Com-
munity to expand their partnerships with popular potato chip
companies like Frito Lay and Poore Brothers chips
I
And off the reservation there have already been three an-
nouncements this year which include
A Partnership agreement with the Arizona Rattlers for the
2013 season which includes naming rights to the arena football
teamrsquos field now Ak-Chin Field
A $10 million investment in the City of Maricopa in which
funds will be allocated to Maricopa Unified School District and
to the operation of the Cityrsquos Copper Sky Recreational Complex
a multigenerationalaquatic center and regional park
And most recently a partnership with Live Nation Enter-
tainment on a deal that gave a West Valley concert venue that
holds 20000 a new namemdashthe Ak-Chin Pavilion ldquoThe recent
partnership with Live Nation Entertainment was just one of the
more than 100 capital projects in the works both on the reserva-
tion and off the reservationrdquo said Jayne Long the capital pro-
jects manager for the Ak-Chin Indian Community
Through fostered relationships on both a local level as well as
with major business leaders throughout Arizona the tribe looks
to continue to make investments in various communities
throughout the state improve the quality of life and create a
strong future for everyone $
About Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has an enrollment of more than 937
members and is nestled into the Santa Cruz Valley of Southern Ari-
zona The Community lies 58 miles south of Phoenix in the northwest-
ern part of Pinal County Ak-Chin is an Oodham word translated to
mean mouth of the wash or place where the wash loses itself in the
sand or groundrdquo
Ak-Chin Indian Community
Invests in Valley Enterprises By Katie Snyder
Pictured left to right Delia M Carlyle Terry Enos Chairman Louis
Manuel Jr Vice Chairman William J Antone Gabriel L Lopez
34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
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1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
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Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
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being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
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With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
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CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
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H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
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P R T E S I W P
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34 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
LAUGHLIN NEVADA Casino Directory Best Bets amp Gaming Statistics
Photo courtesy of Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority copy Copyright Las Vegas Convention amp Visitorrsquos Authority All Rights Reserved
Aquarius Casino Resort
1800662LUCK or aquariuscasinoresortcom 1250+ Slots No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Roulette
Craps Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Avi Resort amp Casino (owned by the Fort Mojave Tribe)
18004300721 or avicasinocom 1000+ Slots Bingo Blackjack
Let It Ride Pai Gow Poker Holdem Foldem Poker Three
Card Poker Craps Roulette Poker Room Live Keno Race amp
Sports Book and a KidsQuest
Best Bet BERLIN feat Terri NunnmdashSept 14mdashDoors 7pm
Colorado Belle Hotel Casino Resort
18774600777 or coloradobellecom 750+ Slots Blackjack
Craps Roulette High Card Flush Table Games Poker Room
Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Lynyrd SkynyrdmdashSept 21mdash8pm
Don Laughlinrsquos Riverside Resort Hotel amp Casino
18002273849 or riversideresortcom 1300+ Slots 270+ No
Smoking Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Bingo Blackjack
Bonus Blackjack Three Card Poker Let It Ride Deuces Wild
Holdem Foldem Poker Emperors Challenge Pai Gow Poker
Ultimate Texas Holdem Craps Roulette Poker Room Live
Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Clint BlackmdashSept 14mdash830pm
Edgewater Hotel Casino
18006774837 or edgewater-casinocom 750+ Slots No Smok-
ing Slot Area High Limit Slots Area High Card Flush Black-
jack Table Games Roulette Craps and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Future LegendsmdashKing of the Cage MMAmdashSept 7
Golden Nugget Laughlin
18002371739 or goldennuggetcomlaughlin 1000+ Slots
Blackjack Craps Roulette Poker Room and a Sports Book
Best Bet Toby KeithmdashLaughlin AmphitheatermdashOct 19
Harrahrsquos Laughlin
18004478700 or harrahslaughlincom 900+ Slots No Smoking
Slot Area High Limit Slots Area Blackjack Bonus Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Bonus Pai Gow Poker Craps
Roulette Poker Room Live Keno and a Race amp Sports Book
Best Bet Taylor HicksmdashAug 29mdash8pm
Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall
18006343469 or pioneerlaughlincom 490 Slots Blackjack
Three Card Poker Let It Ride Craps Roulette and a Sports
Book
Best Bet Free getaway nights every month with points earned
River Palms Resort Casino
18777877256 or river-palmscom 550 Slots Bingo Blackjack
Fortune Pai Gow Poker Craps Roulette and a Sports Book
Best Bet Golf packages available call for info
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel amp Casino
18002436846 or tropicanaxcom 1000+ Slots Bingo Black-
jack Three Card Poker Progressive Royal Match 21 Progres-
sive Fortune Pai Gow Poker Mississippi Stud Progressive
Poker Let it Ride Progressive Poker Craps Roulette and a
Sports Book
Best Bet The Gin BlossomsmdashAug 31mdash8pm
The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) regularly publishes statistics on gaming activity through-
out Nevada according to state law and state gaming regulations The most current information avail-
able at press time is from the month of May 2013 Directory Sources NGCB and direct inquiries by
press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information For any updates to
or inquiries regarding the information in this section please contact us at editorazgamingguidecom
Laughlinrsquos Gaming Statistics May 2013
Slots The loosest slots appear to have been the $1 machines
followed by 25cent Multi-Denom 5cent $5 $25 Megabucks and
the tightest slots were the 1cent games (in that order)
Table Games In terms of table games the data indicates all
the games were far tighter than the slots during the month In
order of loose to tight the table games are ranked as follows
Twenty-oneBlackjack Craps Pai Gow Roulette Let It Ride
and Three Card Poker
Other Live Keno was not a good wager during the month of
May as it was about three times as tight as the tightest slot
The Race Books were tighter than the slots but looser than any
table game The Laughlin Sports Pools were a very good bet
during May $
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
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Go
lf
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Arc
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e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
36 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
$17626 Royal Match 21
Progressive
Hits At The
Tropicana
Congratulations to Danielle M from Hesperia CA who hit
Shufflemasterrsquos Royal Match 21 Progressive for $1762606 on
Saturday June 29 2013 at the Tropicana Laughlin
Royal Match 21 is an optional progressive bet for Blackjack that
considers the first two cards the player and the dealer receive
To begin each round players make a standard Blackjack wager
and the Royal Match 21 wager The dealer then follows house
procedures for Blackjack and a player wins if he or she has a
suited hand
The Tropicana Laughlin also offers other progressive table
games like Three Card Poker Fortune Pai Gow Mississippi
Stud and Let it Ride They are located at 2121 S Casino Dr in
Laughlin Nevada For more information visit their website or
Facebook at TropicanaXcom or FacebookcomTropLaughlin
TED NUGENTTED NUGENTTED NUGENT RETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTERRETURNS TO E CENTER
Ted Nugent will make his third appearance in the Edgewater E
Center Labor Day Weekend This ultimate guitar-shredding
showman performs at 8pm Sunday September 1 2013 Nugentrsquos
classics from his 5-decade career include Cat Scratch Fever Stran-
glehold Spirit of the Wild and Free-For-All Tickets to the Ted Nu-
gent concert start at $25 and may be purchased through the
Edgewaterrsquos website edgewater-casinocom or at the Edgewater
Main Casino Cage $
Greg Benner Tropicana
Table Games Director
shaking hands with
lucky winner Danielle
M
Greg Benner the Tropicana Table Games
Director shakes hands with Danielle M
Your Best Friend Is Your Best Friend Is
Their Best Friend Their Best Friend
The Pioneer In Laughlin
Has Pet Friendly Rooms
Traveling with a pet can make being away from home
less stressful and that much more enjoyable Known for
being the ldquofriendliest house on the riverrdquo both on and off
the gaming floor Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling Hall in
Laughlin Nevada has just introduced 30 brand new pet-
friendly rooms
LAUGHLIN NEVADA News
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 amp direct inquiries by press time We are not responsible for incorrect missing or outdated information
Contact editorazgamingguidecom to make updates Cocopah Resort Casino offers ldquoSmoke-Free Sundaysrdquo which is a casino-wide non-smoking experience every week from 4AM Sunday to 4AM Monday
RV
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01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
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E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
Los Tucanes de Tijuana and Intocable two Latin bands with extraordinary success
on tour and in the recording industry will perform in Edgewaterrsquos E Center this fall
The Los Tucanes de Tijuana concert is Saturday September 14 Intocable will per-
form Saturday October 26 Both concerts start at 8pm Tickets for both concerts start
at $25 Led by Mario Quintero Lara Los Tucanes de Tijuana has been the top band
in Mexico for more than 24 years performing corridos (ballads) in the Latin-
American tradition Lara has earned awards as the top composer of the most played
songs in the US (in their genre) They are the only Regional Mexican Band to have 6
songs at one time on Billboardrsquos Top Latin Albums The band has sold more than 13
million albums worldwide Grammy Award winning Intocable is a TejanoNortentildeo
musical group from Zapata Texas The band rose to the top of the Tejano and
Nortentildeo fields with a musical signature that had fused Tejanos robust conjunto and
Nortentildeo folk rhythms with a pop balladry Intocable could very well be the most
influential group in Tejano and their tough TejanoNortentildeo fusion has become the
blueprint for dozens of Tex-Mex groups For more information call 18006774837 or
visit edgewater-casinocom $
News LAUGHLIN NEVADA
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 37
Edgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presentsEdgewater E Center presents
LOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANALOS TUCANES DE TIJUANA
andandand
INTOCABLEINTOCABLEINTOCABLE
CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
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N E E R R E M I
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R A Y R N R T
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CASINO ENTERTAINMENT Editorrsquos Picks
38 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Announces Their
2013 Concert Lineup
Over the next five months Cliff Castle Casino Hotel will be
entertaining guests in their outdoor Stargazer Pavilion and
the intimate Dragon Fly Lounge with music and entertain-
ment for everyone The line-up includes a Reggae Festival
classic rock from Foreigner comedy acts and world class trib-
ute bands Ticket prices range from $10 to $60
August 22 ndash One More From The Road ndash Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tribute Band Dragon Fly Lounge 8pm $10 Cover Charge
The leading Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band brings southern
rock to the Dragon Fly Lounge for a night of classic hits
In September the live entertainment moves outside to the 3000
seat Stargazer Pavilion Enjoy fabulous concerts under the
stars at the outdoor pavilion
September 1st ndash Labor Day Reggae Festival with Steel Pulse
The Wailers and Tribal Seeds Stargazer Pavilion Gates
Open at 2pm Show Starts at 3pm Tickets $35 amp $45 Stir it up
with an afternoon of your favorite reggae songs The festival
features three world-renowned Reggae Bands
September 29th Comedy Show ndash Williams And Ree Star-
gazer Pavilion Gates Open at 4pm Show Starts at 5pm Tick-
ets $15 ldquoThe Indian and the White Guyrdquo This classic comedy
duo caps off a weekend celebration of American Indian Day
October 5th ndash Foreigner Stargazer Pavilion Gates Open at
5pm Show Starts at 6pm Tickets $35$45$60 Rock out under
the stars to the true rock legends Foreigner Foreigner has
sold 70 million albums and has 9 Top 10 hits
Tickets are on sale now for all Stargazer Pavilion shows and
can be purchased at the Castle Club on the casino floor by
phone at 9285677999 or at CliffCastleCasinoHotelcom Do
you want to make a weekend of it Book a room at the Cliff
Castle Casino Hotel and enjoy dinner before the show at one
of the Casinorsquos many dining choices the brand new Mountain
Springs Buffet Storytellers Steakhouse Johnny Rockets the
Gathering or enjoy a light meal in one of the lounges
Terry Fator
The Diamond Center
Friday September 13 2013
Renowned entertainer Terry Fator is bringing his Las Vegas
show to the Diamond Center on Friday September 13 2013
Tickets start at $40 and went on sale July 20 through Ticket-
master and at the Rewards Center inside the casino Doors
open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm
As a successful headliner on the Las Vegas Strip Terry Fator
captures the hearts and funny bones of audiences from
around the world at The Mirage In 2013 Terry Fator cele-
brated his 1000th show at The Mirage and was voted the
ldquoBest Showrdquo ldquoBest All-Around Performerrdquo and ldquoBest Imper-
sonatorrdquo in the Las Vegas Review-Journalrsquos prestigious ldquoBest
of Las Vegasrdquo poll Backed by a live band Fator wows audi-
ences nightly with singing comedy and unparalleled celebrity
impressions The ldquoAmericarsquos Got Talentrdquo winner brings to life
a hilarious range of characters including Winston the imper-
sonating turtle Emma Taylor the little girl with the big voice
and lounge singer Monty Carlo With comedic banter and
amazing vocal impressions of musical superstars such as
Garth Brooks Dean Martin Aretha Franklin Lady Gaga and
more Terry Fator The VOICE of Entertainment is a one-of-a-
kind experience
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
Talking Stick Resort Presents
Joe Satriani and Steve Morse
Sunday September 1 2013
Joe Satrianirsquos ldquoUnstoppable Momentum Tourrdquo with special
guest Steve Morse Band bring their musical journey to Talk-
ing Stick Resort On Sunday September 1 guitar hero and
instrumental rock god Joe Satriani will take the Talking Stick
Resort Ballroom stage to support the launch of his brand new
album Unstoppable Momentum and its first single ldquoA Door
Into Summerrdquo features the incredible twin-guitar harmonies
wild solos and emotional fervor that have won Satriani fans in
his three-decade long career
Backing Satriani on this tour is a group of very talented band
members including keyboardist Mike Keneally Bryan Beller
on bass and Marco Minnemann on drums Legendary Deep
Purple guitarist Steve Morse and his eponymous band will
open up for Satriani making this one canrsquot-miss show
You can also visit Joes site as hell have pre-sale bundles
available for the tour at satrianicom $
Editorrsquos Picks CASINO ENTERTAINMENT
azgamingguidecom | August 2013 | Arizona Gaming Guide 39
Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin
August Entertainment
Plus Diamond Rio in Concert
Sunday August 4 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County This reggae
band combines the sounds of Hawaiian melodies with bass amp
drums to make music that makes people feel good
Sunday August 11 2 ndash 6pm
Come out to party poolside with Island Steel This band will
have great music to make Margarita Sunday even better
Sunday August 18 2 ndash 6pm
Desert Beach will perform at the pool during Margarita Sun-
day a poolside party held each Sunday during the summer
with live music great food and drink You will not want to
miss this fireworks of a weekend
Sunday August 25 2 ndash 6pm
Get your groove on poolside with Kush County during Mar-
garita Sunday This reggae band combines the sounds of Ha-
waiian melodies with bass amp drums to make music that
makes people feel good
Sunday August 31 at 8 and 10pm
Celebrate the Oasis Lounge Grand Reopening on August 31
with No Duh a No Doubt tribute band Come out and have a
great time with iconic songs from the 90s and 00rsquos Some of
No Doubtrsquos greatest hits include ldquoDonrsquot Speakrdquo and ldquoJust A
Girlrdquo among others
Sunday September 1 8 and 10pm
Come out and relive the magic of Michael Jackson The A Re-
flection of Michael tribute will include favorites such as
ldquoBadrdquo ldquoBillie Jeanrdquo and ldquoThrillerrdquo This is a must-see concert
for all die-hard Jackson fans
Monday September 2 5pm
The Grammy nominated country band Diamond Rio is com-
ing to Harrahrsquos Ak-Chin Come and enjoy some of the greatest
hits of country such as ldquoMeet In the Middlerdquo ldquoOne More
Nightrdquo and ldquoBeautiful Messrdquo
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
40 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO NIGHTLIFE
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 wwwramsesjacom
The Brand New
TSR Lounge
hen it comes to nightlife no one does it better than Talk-
ing Stick Resort From the shows they put on inside
their ballroom to the concerts they bring to their showroom
they are unmatched When it comes to their pool parties they
are simply the besthellipand of course not enough can be said
about their rooftop nightclub Degree 270 The creative minds at
Talking Stick Resort however felt that there was another level
of entertainment that could be achieved Just when you thought
it couldnt get any better they introduced the TSR Lounge
The TSR Lounge comes to life every Friday from 8pm until 2am
and every Saturday from 5pm until 2am This experience takes
place in the beautiful atrium at Talking Stick Resort A dance
floor is constructed a DJ booth is rolled out and the lighting
sound and furniture feel like they come straight out of an Ibiza
mega-club There are also two bars to keep the drinks flowing
andhellipbest of allhellipthere is no cover charge I cant imagine it
getting any better
This experience fits nicely in-between the Release pool parties
(taking place every weekend all Summer long) and the opening
of the primary night club Degree 270 Also because the TSR
Lounge goes until 2am it serves as an overflow for when the
Degree 270 hits capacityhellipnot that it isnt a big enough attrac-
tion on its own Some of the citys biggest names are regular DJs
at the TSR Lounge including Q Ward Robert Michael Em-
manuel Hospe and on occasionhellipeven me
Partying at the TSR Lounge in the atrium is a very special ex-
perience The openness of the room feels very welcoming There
are balconies all around and the music constantly draws people
to peer over them Dancing almost feels like a performance
where youre the star of the show In addition because the
atrium is just behind the casino floor its a very convenient
place to come celebrate big wins
The next time youre at Talking Stick Resort enjoying the gam-
ing dining and amenities do yourself a favor and hang out a
little later Investigate everything this great casino has to offer
such as the new TSR Lounge
For more information on the TSR Lounge or Talking Stick Re-
sort call 4808507777 or visit TalkingStickResortcom $
By Ramses Ja
W
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
gtgtTake advantage of the Laughlin Pioneer Hotel amp Gambling
Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
Receive A $25 Gas Card To Help Pay For Your
Next Trip To Laughlin NV
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
HOT DEALS
42 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
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Hallrsquos Stay amp Play promotion featured in the Laughlin Section
on page 35 and wersquoll give you a $25 gas card once we verify
your stay and you complete a survey about your experience
With amazingly low room rates a ton of free play every day
and us taking care of the gas what are you waiting for E-mail
us at editorazgamingguidecom for rules and information $
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44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
44 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO BINGO DIRECTORY
athy R won $3688400 in green MPBingo progressive
cash on July 11 While playing at Fort McDowell during
the matinee session Cathy hit an enormous cash jackpot for
$3688400 on Planet Bingorsquos PhD gaming tablet ldquoOh My God I
canrsquot believe this Thank You Jesusrdquo Cathy said as she thought
about how to spend the downpour of dollars MPBingo gives
you the chance at 5 additional progressive jackpots on top of the
regular prize board Thousands of players have won millions of
dollars playing MPBingo since its inception For more info
about Fort McDowell Casinorsquos Bingo including session times
specials and events make sure to call 800THEFORT or visit
fortmcdowellcasinocom $
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
530 amp 6pm 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 130 amp 6pm 300 Yes Yes Call for Kozmic Bingo
amp Other Specials Dates
Vee Quiva Daily at 1230 amp 630pm 366 Yes Yes Bingo Eclipse Sa at 11pm
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
C
Green MPBingo Jackpot won for $3688400 at the Fort
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
1 9 7
8 3 2
4 5 6
6 8 2
9 4 5
1 3 7
3 5 4
6 1 7
2 9 8
Word Search Solution
R N
E S E
H R N H E R Z
T E O C E N E I H
A T I R L E I H T C
F I S A D C O T I R
D R N I E N R O C A
N E E R R E M I
A D P T L I D E R
R A Y R N R T
G M E A U A
P R T E S I W P
X G A
E M
46 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | 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)
2 1
9
4
6
1
2 9
8
7
8
4
3 7
3
9 5
1 4
7
8 3
4 6
8
1
5
WORD SEARCH
In honor of National Senior Citizens Day (August 21) find
CITIZEN ELDERLY EXPERIENCE GRANDFATHER
GRANDMOTHER MATRIARCH MATURE PATRIARCH
RETIRED SENIOR WISE PENSION
Words appear in any direction (Solution on page 50)
R E O P R V N W M O B G D R
E W V J J R S K I P F V E D
H R N H T T Q E R Z E B C H
T E O C E L N Q I I V J E H
A T I R L E I R B T I C H C
F I S A D C O T Z Z M I F R
D R N I E N R B N S Z C O A
N E E R R E P T V Q B H M I
A D P T L I P E G P U Z D R
R P E A Y R L R H K Y T N T
G Q U M Y E T U V W Y G A A
H X O I L P K T E S I W R P
R K A M E X B A S Q L U G B
A P A W W E B M T T C Q Z A
FUN amp GAMES
Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
48 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
CASINO DIRECTORY
50 Arizona Gaming Guide | August 2013 | azgamingguidecom
City Phone Slots Hig
h L
imit
Are
a
Bin
go
Casino Liv
e K
en
o
Tab
le G
ame
s
Po
ker
Ro
om
Ho
tel
Sm
ok
e-F
ree
Are
a
Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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
Pa
rk
Go
lf
Location Sp
a
Arc
ad
e
01 Apache Gold Casino Resort Hwy 70 5 mi E of Globe Globe 800-272-2438 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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Do YOU have something to rant or rave about
Write me at samiazgamingguidecom
By Sami Becker
Karma can be a harsh mistress
Sami Irsquom sick of watching people stiff the cocktail servers I
canrsquot believe how cheap people can be Last night I sat next to
someone playing $4 per spin on video keno and she didnrsquot
give the servers a single dime Itrsquos deeply upsetting to me If I
donrsquot have change to tip then I donrsquot order a drink These peo-
ple are rude insensitive and I say it againmdashcheap I hope you
print my letter and my plea People please take what you are
willing to put down as one bet (at the tables on a slot what-
ever) just one bet and give it to the cocktail servers If yoursquore
betting 40 cents a spin on the slots give a 40 cent tip Thatrsquos
not asking for much Thank you for always being so candid
When I read the magazine I start from the back because Irsquom
always interested to read your opinions
Helen MorenomdashGilbert AZ
I agree that itrsquos down right infuriating when casino visitors are so
insensitive that they donrsquot realize cocktail servers as well as the floor
attendants bartenders valet attendants bell hops dealers restaurant
servers and other casino service employees depend on tips to earn
their living To all the cheapskates out there I say lsquoif you pinch your
penny too hard you might just break it in half (gasp) and then whatrsquo
Just remember Karma can be a harsh mistress
Helen the world needs more people like you Thank you for taking the
time to write in and caring about other peoplersquos feelings You offer
excellent words of advicemdashmake just one less bet at the blackjack table
or on the slot machine and give it to a well-deserving casino employee
Put a smile on someone elsersquos face and see how a small gesture can
mean so much to another person $
SAMIrsquoS SMACKDOWN
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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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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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Sources Arizona Department of GamingmdashCurrent Tribal Gaming Status as of 070213 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 608 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 1088 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 1089 Y Y Y Y Y Y
10 Desert Diamond Casino II I-19 Exit 80 Tucson 866-332-9467 676 Y 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 1076 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
5 2 1
9 6 8
3 7 4
7 6 4
5 1 3
2 9 8
8 3 9
4 7 2
5 6 1
6 4 9
7 1 3
2 8 5
8 5 1
4 2 6
3 7 9
7 2 3
9 8 5
1 4 6
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6 1 7
2 9 8
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