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Happy and Lucky 2015! EachNewYearwelookforwardtoexcitingpossibilitiestocontinuetoserveyou,ourreadersandouradvertisers,
with our casino and slot news free monthly. We listen to you and know from all your e-mails, letters, and
calls that you depend on us to deliver the latest happenings and entertaining features about gambling in Southern California. In 2015, look for some exciting new features and an expansion of our website content on TheGamingGuide.com. Make sure you visit us online where you’ll nd information about all California Indian casinos, and lots more. Sign up to receive our monthly eNewsletter where you will be able to expand your fun with online games, and some surprises this year.
We start out the New Year with a cover feature on what’s new at the casino in 2015. is year there will be even more ways to win at the casino — many more. ere are unbelievable o ers for players club members including amped-up monthly big cash and luxury car giveaways, over-the-top slot tournaments and generous free play, just to mention a few. New Year Play! What’s New at the Casino in 2015 begins on page 16.
When I visit the casino, I’m always amazed to meet casino players whose favorite games are slots, yet they seem to know very little about how slot machines work. In Are You Slot Savvy? we demystify America’s favorite casino game. Read about how slots work, the types of slots, how they’re created, plus some common slot machine myths.
You may play di erently once you know more about your favorite casino game.
Don’t miss Extraordinary Casino Values this month to learn about where you can get extra cash, early Lunar New
Year fun, free tness gear, new players club sign-up cash, and more in January. You’ll nd all this on page 19. When we created the Southern California Gaming GuideTM in 2002, we established this monthly as an advocate for Responsible Gaming. We have always viewed gaming as entertainment that is intended to be fun. So it’s important to remember always to play responsibly and keep your play enjoyable. On page 13, read about the work the California Council on Problem Gambling does in partnership with Southern California casinos on behalf of
responsible gaming.
Our sta , contributors and I wish you a fantastic—and lucky 2015. May you have good health, love in your life,
and may all your casino dreams come true.
Remember to always wager wisely, and keep your play fun. We wish you a Happy and a Lucky New Year!
Volume 14, Number 1 • January 2015
Publisher/Editor
Théon Banos Cross
Vice President Operations Fenn Cross
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CALIFORNIA COUNCIL ON PROBLEM
GAMBLING
A statewide, non-profit organization helping people affected by
problem gambling
41743 Enterprise Circle N., Ste. 202 Temecula, CA 92590 Phone: (714) 765-5804
Fax: (951) 296-0456
www.calproblemgambling.org help@calproblemgambling.org
What is Problem Gambling?
Problem Gambling, or Compulsive Gambling is a progressive illness. People who have this illness may look normal. However, when untreated, the illness can progress until it destroys you personally and financially. It can devastate your family, friends, and affect all who know you.
The Signs of Problem Gambling
Everyone needs to recognize the signs of Problem Gambling. You can help those close to you by being alert to the following danger signs:
• An inability to stop gambling.
• A fixation on anything connected with gambling. • Secrecy, lying or personality changes.
• Financial problems.
According to a major survey, problem gambling affects approximately 3.7% of the people in California. That’s almost 1 million adults in our State alone. Gambling problems can affect anyone, anywhere, anytime — regardless of age, gender or race. Problem gamblers:
• Cost the U.S. $7 billion annually due to crime, bankruptcy and addiction.
• Get arrested about 3 times as often as people without gambling problems.
• Are 2–8 times more likely to binge drink, smoke or do drugs.
• Commit suicide more than any other group of people suffering from addiction.
• Called the CA gambling helpline more than 200,000 times since 1998.
• Are unable to control their urges without getting help!
Is Problem Gambling Really That Serious?
Help is Available! Call the Problem Gambling Helpline 1-800-GAMBLER to speak to a gambling counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or to request FREE literature.
JANUARY 2015
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