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VChumash Casino Resort: Rising to a New Level
isitors who have made the trip to Santa Barbara’s beautiful wine country and experienced Chumash Casino Resort in the past will be blown away by the property’s transformation into a world-class resort. e elegant $165 million transformation of the facility is now complete with a 12-story hotel
tower, an exquisite rooftop pool, a spacious and tranquil spa, multiple food outlets, and an expanded casino oor that allows guests to indulge in one of the top entertainment gaming experiences.
e new Chumash Casino Resort will celebrate its unveiling throughout the summer by showcasing world-class talent in its remodeled Samala Showroom. Get your tickets now for country greats Rascal Flatts on July 14th, acclaimed comedian Jerry Seinfeld on July 21st, and the legendary Stevie Wonder on July 24th. And this month’s luxury car giveaway includes an amazing BMW i8 Hybrid! Chumash Casino Resort o ers the ultimate escape. Read about all its fantastic changes beginning on page 16.
Reader’s Choice 2016 Best Slots
is month we also feature the annual Reader’s Choice 2016 Best Slots. During May readers could vote online at TheGamingGuide.com for their favorite slots of 2016. ere are 12 slot categories with the top three place winners voted in each category. Slot creators are thrilled to have your votes, because only casino players can determine the best slots, games that casino guests play again and again. Congratulations to all Reader’s Choice 2016 Best Slots winners! See if your favorite slots made the cut beginning on page 14. And thank you, every one, who took the time to ll out the write-in ballot online. As a thank you, we entered all completed ballots into a random drawing to give away cash prizes including $500 for one Early Bird winner, ten $100 prizes and the Grand Prize of $1,000. Find out the winners on page 14.
If you didn’t get a chance to vote for 2016 Best Slots, make your vote count in August for 2016 Best Casinos. Your votes from August 1st to 31st will determine Southern California’s Best Casinos, including Loosest Slots Casino, Luckiest Casino, Best Casino Buffet and more. And we’re giving away cash again in another voter random drawing.
Meanwhile, have a safe and happy July 4th, and always keep your play fun at the casinos!
Volume 15, Number 7 • July 2016
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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.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.
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