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Johnny Tillotson Concert Packages Still Available at Aquarius Casino Resort
Tickets are going fast at Aquarius for one of the great names from the past, Johnny Tillotson who will be starring at the resorts spacious Pavilion February 25-26. Individual tickets are priced at $10 and $15, plus tax and may be reserved by calling (800) 435-8469. Fans can also book one of the three room/concert specials including a two-for-one coupon to attend Tillotson’s concert. Stay three nights, February 24, 25 and 26 for $164.99; February 24 and 25 for $129.99 or February 25 and 26 for $99.99. Taxes will be added to all room packages. Concerts are Saturday, February 25 at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., or Sunday, February 26 at 2 p.m. For information, call (888) 662-5825 or book online AquariusCasinoResort.com and go to the room package link. Following Tillotson’s two-night engagement, another popular group The Diamonds perform in the Pavilion March 3-4 with tickets listed at $10 and $15.

Lucky Riverside Player Drives off in a Rolls Royce Phantom
A popular bank of slot machines at the Riverside actually awards a Rolls Royce Phantom to the winner. However, most players lining up the jackpot symbols opt to take a cash prize instead of the luxury car. Talk about good luck; two guys won on the same machine within a week and one fellow from Alaska decided to take the car which is valued at $126,000! The other player from Wisconsin received a hefty payout. Now that the Rolls has finally found a new home, the Riverside parked a sporty 2012 Mustang in its place and lo-and-behold it was won almost immediately by a lady from Michigan. Another Mustang is waiting for the next lucky player! A major renovation has been completed at the Riverside’s King of Clubs Player’s Club Booth. Although it has not changed locations, you will find a classy modern look with more windows to do your transactions and additional staff manning them.

Tropicana and River Palms Offer Inexpensive Room Rates and Announce new Promos 
A good offer is going on at the Tropicana and River Palms through February 29. Book a three-night stay at either property, pay for two nights and you will get the third for free. Some blackout dates apply. Call the Trop at (800) 343-4533 and ask for promo T-9073. For the River Palms, call (800) 835-7903. Several new promotions have been added to both properties beginning with the River Palms BO GO Buffet Mondays. Earn 50 points on your Trop Advantage Card, swipe it at the kiosk and you will receive a coupon for a buy-one-get-one free dinner buffet valid on Mondays. President’s Day Weekend (February 18-20), from 7 a.m. to 6:59 p.m., club members will earn 10X bonus points with their Trop Advantage cards inserted in the reel slot machines. The River Palms has designated Random Bonus Point Tuesdays throughout February giving club members earning 200 base points the chance to swipe their club cards at a kiosk and get 2X-10X point multiplier when playing keno and reel machines. A Leap Day Blackjack Tournament will be dealt at the Tropicana on February 29 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.  It’s just $29 to enter with the first place winner earning $1,000. Also on February 29, the River Palms and Trop are offering a “Leap Day Random Point Multiplier” for club members earning 290 base points. Once the points are on the card, swipe it at a kiosk to play a game that will award 2X and 29X points for that day’s play. A worthwhile promo is also going on at the Tropicana where loyal locals earning 50 base points can enjoy a $1.99 prime rib sandwich any Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from noon to 11 p.m.   

Avi’s Frebruary Events Include Pow Wow and Antique Show
Native American tribes from across the west will be joining together at the Avi February 17-19 for their 18th Annual Pow Wow. Many of the colorful events will be open to the public such as bird singing and gourd dancing. Festivities begin Friday at 6 p.m. and continue throughout the weekend. Admission at the gate is $5 per day or $8 for a two-day pass. Towards the end of the month, February 24-26, the Avi will be holding their “Remember When”-Antiques & Collectible Show with vendors from across the western U.S. states displaying vintage items including furniture, antique silver, jewelry, dolls and pottery. Hours of the show are Friday, noon.-5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is free!  This event is sponsored by the River Valley Artist Guild, a non-profit organization which helps local students.  

Wide Variety of Entertainment Headed to the Riverside Resort
A good mix of entertainment is heading to the Riverside resort. Through Saturday, February 11, the Osmond Brothers will be showcased with tickets priced at $32 with a $5 discount going to locals. The Oakridge Boys will be appearing today through February 19 with tickets on sale for $38.50. During their engagement, along with their evening show, a 3 p.m. matinee is available February 14-16 and 19. Country-music star Mickey Gilley takes to the stage for a week long gig, February 21-26 with tickets available for $38. The Rat Pack is Back takes center stage February 28-March 4 with tickets listed at $32 and $5 off for locals. All listed shows are at 7 p.m. For reservations, call (800) 227-3849.   

$1,000 Keno Tournament at the Avi
Pick all the right numbers in the Avi’s $1,000 Keno Tournament Sunday, February 26 and you could be going home with some nice cash. This event is open to all Advantage Club members who invest $25 for the buy-in. Your entry gets you $25 in keno credits. The first place prize is $500; 2nd-$250; 3rd-$150 and 4th place receives $100. Sign-ups will be accepted beginning at 9 a.m. at the keno counter and play gets underway at 1 p.m.

“Four-of-a-Kind Deuces Bonus Cash” Promo at the Riverside
Throughout February, the Riverside is paying out extra money in their “Four-of-a-Kind Deuces Bonus Cash” promotion. Hit any four twos (2s) on $5, $1, $.50 or $.25 video poker machines for the additional cash along with your regular jackpot. Prize bonuses are $31.25 for quarter players, $62.50 for fifty-cents, and $125 on five dollar and one dollar machines. Max coins must be bet and you must notify an attendant to receive the bonus. All winners must belong to the free King of Club’s Player’s Club to be eligible.

The E Center Welcomes Smokey Robinson
Coming up this Saturday, February 18 at 8 p.m., the Edgewater’s E Center welcomes the legendary Smokey Robinson with tickets beginning at $35 per person. There are also a couple of all-inclusive packages that may still be available for Robinson’s show starting at $294.73 for a three-night stay and from $219.99 for two nights. Country legend, Grammy Award winner Merle Haggard performs in concert at E Center on Friday, March 2. Tickets are as low as $25 per guest.  Guests must be 16 or over to attend either concert.  For reservations, call (877) 344-1187 or check out the link at www.edgewater-casino.com.    

$10,000 Bourbon & Beads Blackjack Tournament Set for the Tropicana
Looking to make some easy money this weekend? Check out the Tropicana where they will be hosting their $10,000 Bourbon & Beads Blackjack Tournament February 17-19. It’s just $50 to enter or you can get a seat by accumulating 10 hours of tracked table game play through February 16. The fee includes one entry, a wild card drawing ticket and a gift. Tournament registration is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, February 17 in the Special Event Registration Area. Rooms are available from February 16-19 for only $9.99 per night! Give them a call at (800) 343-4533 and ask for prom T-9036.

International Gift and Craft Show on the Way to the River Palms and Edgewater
Over President’s Day Weekend next month, on February 18-20, the River Palms will be featuring their International Gift and Craft show. Vendors will be showcasing an abundance of handmade items. Show times are Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The following week, February 25-26, the gift show moves over to the Edgewater. Operating hours are Saturday, 10 a.m. -9 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. There is no admission charge. For information on displaying your own wares, call (714) 206-1054 or visit Global Fashions at www.igcshows.com  

Belle and Edgewater Hosting 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Riverwalk Festival
The Riverwalk, connecting the Colorado and Edgewater will be the site for the 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Festival, February 24-26. Featured will be Cajun cuisine, beverage booths and live entertainment courtesy of The Bayou Brothers. Hours for the free festival are Friday, 4 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, noon-9 p.m. and Sunday noon to 6 p.m. Food and beverages are sold separately.  

PRCA River Stampede Rodeo Relocating to Avi’s Mojave Crossing Events Center
More than 600 competitors will by vying for $175,000 in prize money in the upcoming PRCA River Stampede Rodeo scheduled for March 1-4. Previously this yearly event has been held in Laughlin, but this year the exciting rodeo will take place at the Avi’s 3,000-seat indoor Mojave Crossing Events Center permitting nighttime performances. The Avi will run shuttles to and from the casino and events center. Tickets are $10 to $35 depending on the day of events and seating. The Avi’s “Gone Country” Dance will be held on Saturday, March 3 in the Grand Ballroom from 9 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $12 or 2-for-1 with an Avi Advantage Club Card. On Sunday, March 4 at 10 a.m., a free Cowboy Church service will be offered. For additional information, log on to www.ticketforce.com or  www.avicasino.com  

Alabama to Play at Laughlin Events Park
One of country music’s top groups, Alabama will perform at the Laughlin Events Center on Saturday, March 31 at 7 p.m. Tickets for the one-night concert are $45, $55, $65, $85 and $100 and are available at the Laughlin Tourism Commission Box Office at 1585 S. Casino Dr. Make it a great weekend by booking one of the three concert packages at River Palms.  Included in the $379 tab is a two-night stay in a Riverview room March 30-31, and two section A tickets. Call (800) 835-7903 and ask for code: R-9067. The second deal is priced at $249.99 with two floor tickets. Call the same number and ask for code: R-9063. The third and least expensive package is $209.99 with your room and two bleacher seat tickets. Mention code: R-9064.    

Check with resorts for all current offers published. Hotels have all rights and can cancel or modify at anytime. On your drive up to Laughlin tune your radio to The Highway FM 98 & 99 for Bart Torres’ up-to-date Laughlin reports. GOOD LUCK!