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OSycuan Casino Breaks Ground on $226 Million Hotel and Resort
n March 28th, the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and Sycuan Casino held a ground-breaking event to start construction on its $226 million hotel and resort expansion. e project includes not only an expansion of the gaming oor
and available player positions, but also provides several program and amenity enhancements to the property. It is expected to be completed by 2019.
“It is with great excitement and pride that we are making this investment,” said Cody Martinez, Chairman of the Sycuan Tribal Council. “ is is not only on behalf of the tribe, but on behalf of our team members and our guests. We are taking Sycuan to the next level.”
A dramatic 12-story hotel tower will feature 300 guest rooms, including 50 suites in various con gurationsandamenitypackages. ehotelwill also feature a spa and tness area that will provide
a full-service experience including treatment rooms, steam and sauna and a variety of exercise equipment. e pool and gardens area will feature a resort style adult pool, including cabanas and open pool deck,
along with a bar and grill, lazy river and a dedicated family pool.
Conferences and events will
be supported through an 11,401
square-foot ballroom with a
concert seating capacity of 1,200
and a banquet seating capacity
of 700. Breakout meeting rooms
including a junior ballroom will
not only provide added meeting
exibility, but also the opportunity for interior and exterior events, including weddings and social functions. e junior ballroom will feature west- facing exterior exposure with views of the pool and gardens and the stunning backdrop of the surrounding hills.
Taking advantage of the dramatic western views of the pools and gardens, are a broad mix of fast casual
$106,000 Royal Flush Progressive Jackpot at Barona Resort & Casino
One lucky Club Barona member won a $106,796.98 Royal Flush Progressive Jackpot at Barona Resort & Casino over Easter weekend. Club Barona member David W., a San Diego resident (pictured above), was playing ree Card Poker on Friday night, April 14th when he was dealt a Royal Flush of a 10, Jack, Queen, King and Ace of Clubs. His $5 bet won him the biggest jackpot of the day.
“Major jackpots like this are the reason that Barona has been named San Diego’s best casino time and again,” said Rick Salinas, General Manager of Barona Resort & Casino. “We are thrilled every time a loyal player hits it big.”
to nediningoptions.OptionswillincludeaFresh Market of fast casual options, a raw bar and exterior lounge, a contemporary three meal restaurant and a chef-driven ne dining experience. Improvements will be made to a number of the existing food and beverage venues, including a conversion of the existing GameDay Sports Bar & Grill to a brew house focused on local craft beer.
CIelebrate Mother’s Day at the Casino
t’s Mother’s Day on Sunday May 14th, and the best reason to treat your mom or the special woman in your life to a fun day at the casino. ere are Mother’s Day bu ets, great steakhouse meals, and fun events at featured Southern California casinos.
At Barona Resort & Casino,
celebrate Mother’s Day on
Sunday, May 14th and Dia de
las Madres on Wednesday,
May 10th, from midnight to
midnight, when Club Barona
members earn 3x points on
slots, keno and video poker. If
Playin’ in the Rain or Beat the Heat is active, the point multiplier becomes 6x points. If both are simultaneously active, the point multiplier becomes 9x points. See Club Barona for details.
Make It All About Mom at Spa Resort Casino on Mother’s Day. Treat Mom to a delicious day at the Mother’s Day Jubilation at the Oasis Buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. It’s a culinary wonder for $34.99 that includes Bottomless Champagne! And at The Steakhouse, enjoy a special three-course dinner for $79 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. At Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa moms deserve only the best on May 14th at The Steakhouse from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., and at the Grand Palms Buffet from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. with a true Mother’s Day Feast for $34.99 including Bottomless Champagne.
At Sycuan Bingo at Sycuan Casino don’t miss Matinee Madness with a Special Mother’s Day Pick 8
$5,000/$5,000 Must Go each session. And in the Evening Session you’ll want to get into the $50 Night with the
$100,000 Blackout Game! Plus, receive a free Mother’s Day gift with buy-in at all sessions.
Join Valley View Casino & Hotel for an unforgettable Mother’s Day lled with outstanding dining, rst-class service and exciting gaming action. Visit the award- winning Buffet from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Or starting at 5 p.m., dine at the Black&Blue Steakhouse from a special menu featuring a three-course gourmet meal for only $40. Or stop by BLD’s Café to enjoy the all-new menu from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Every lady who dines at the Bu et, Black&Blue Steakhouse or BLD’s Café on Mother’s Day will receive a beautiful long-stemmed rose compliments of Valley View Casino & Hotel.
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