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Volume 15, Number 1 • January 2016
Publisher/Editor
Théon Banos Cross
Vice President Operations Fenn Cross
Publication Design
Burk Design Group
Art Direction
Kevin Burk
Advertising Sales
Théon Banos Cross
Contributors
Gail Anders
Bob Dancer Maya Winkler
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New Ways to Win at the Casino in 2016
Happy New Year! is year’s rst issue features Winning Plays! with highlights of thrilling new games, giveaways, and new twists on popular promotions that will have casino players winning more. Beginning on page 16 you can check out where you can get amazing players club point multipliers, free play, take part in fabulous slot tournaments, play in fun table games, and have a chance to win luxury car, cash, and vacation giveaways that featured casinos are o ering their guests in January.
Every month we highlight featured casinos’ promotions, but with so many awesome giveaways beginning this month, it was too exciting not to showcase those for January, along with so many ways to have fun at the casino. It appears that 2016 is the year casinos are pulling out the stops and offering guests fantastic winning plays.
And part of having a winning casino experience, according to frequent contributor, Gail Anders, is to Plan Your Casino New Year. She says that planning when you go to the casino and preparing for your visits in all ways can make a di erence in the outcome of your casino experience. See what you think on page 11.
Also, don’t miss Extra Casino Values this month to learn about where you can get extra pay for your play, new players club sign-up free play and bu ets, and more casino fun in January. You’ll nd all this on page 23.
Each New Year we look forward to exciting possibilities for our readers and advertisers, with a renewed e ort to make the Southern California Gaming GuideTM the best it can be. is year, beginning in February, will mark our 14th year publishing celebration. We have some exciting changes in work, so make certain you pick up the February issue.
We know from all your e-mails, letters, and calls that you depend on us to deliver entertaining features and news about gambling in Southern California. In addition to new features, look for an expansion of our website at 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.
Our sta , contributors and I wish you a fantastic and lucky 2016. May you have good health, lots of love in your life, and may all your casino dreams come true.
Remember to always wager wisely, and keep your play fun at the casinos.
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.calpg.org help@calpg.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 2016
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAMING GUIDE
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