This Month’s Sweepstakes Winner Wins on Her First Try
Donna Tyus sent in a entry form for the very first time in January and won on her very first try. Donna retired after 45 years at Froedtert where she was a nurse. She has played bingo for more than 30 years. She plays mostly at St. Bernadette parish but sometimes at the Elks 46. Donna has been shutout of winning at bingo in the new year, but when she checked the Bingo Bugle February edition on the 2nd she saw that she was the $100 sweepstakes winner. She hopes this is the start of a lucky streak. Bingo is relaxing for Donna she likes her friends at bingo and it gets her out of the house. When we met with Donna she was playing bingo with her daughter Michelle. Her daughter lives in the Green Bay area and likes playing bingo with her mom at St.
Above: Donna Tyus (Left) receives her prize check from Margaret Thorn (Right) from St Bernadette Located 8200 West Denver Avenue Milwaukee. They play Bingo every Sunday starting at 5:00 PM. See their ad with all the details on Page 12 of this Bingo Bugle.
Bernadette when she's in town. Michelle went to school at St. Bernadette and has fond memories of her time there. Donna likes playing bingo at St.
Bernadette because they get done around 8 pm and it's close to her home. She says she going to use her winnings on her planned vacation in Africa this spring. Donna is going on a safari and visiting Victoria Falls while in Africa. Her words of wisdom are "You can't win if you don't try". Not everyone wins their first time, but like she says if you don't send it in you for sure won't win.
St. Bernadette plays two sessions of bingo every Sunday Early Birds starts at 5 pm. and the second session starts at 6 pm. St. Bernadette offers $2500 in prizes with a Progressive Game at the end of the night, as well as cash raffle and pull tabs. They offer delicious food, snacks and desserts. St. Bernadette is located at 8200 West Denver Avenue in Milwaukee.
Horoscopes for March 2025
ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20):
The world of dreams is what’s compelling all of your present-day plans and aims.
Lucky Days: 9 - 21
Lucky Numbers: 2 - 59
TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21): You’re ready to step free from controlling and predicting events in your world.
Lucky Days: 5 - 15
Lucky Numbers: 33 - 38
GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21): It’s time to confront a situation that you’ve avoided since late last year.
Lucky Days: 9 - 18
Lucky Numbers: 8 - 12
CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 22):
You’re given a burst of courage this month that allows you to finish up a critical project.
Lucky Days: 5 - 19
Lucky Numbers: 43 - 46
LEO (JUL 23-AUG 23): Instill what you love most about life into the written word. You’re bursting with poetic insights now.
Lucky Days: 8 - 18
Lucky Numbers: 7 - 9
VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23): Don’t be shy about trying alternative methods now, it’s the different approach that wins.
Lucky Days: 19 - 28
Lucky Numbers: 45 - 50
LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23): This is a great month to achieve the kind of balance that you long for in all of your relationships.
Lucky Days: 3 - 22
Lucky Numbers: 6 - 34
SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22): The full Moon on the 12th finds you riding the tailwinds, make the most of this magical flow.
Lucky Days: 8 - 10
Lucky Numbers: 25 - 49
SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21):
Discover what you want to express now. The truer you are to your muse, the more authentic you feel.
Lucky Days: 3 - 29
Lucky Numbers: 44 - 56
CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20):
Keep your attention on the great
aspects of your career and your achievements.
Lucky Days: 8 - 18
Lucky Numbers: 11 - 34
AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19):
Do everything in your power now to establish peace between contrasting parts of your nature.
Lucky Days: 2 - 22
Lucky Numbers: 5 - 45
PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20): The only way to resolve complex situations this month is to take the middle path.
Lucky Days: 4 - 5
Lucky Numbers: 3 - 19
Sign of Pisces
Horoscope Highlights
Born Feb. 19th-29th: You are supported by those who will have your back if push comes to shove. Be clear and direct, but kind.
Ultimate March days: 3, 8, 17, 30
Born Mar. 1st-9th: Money flows more freely in May, making way for the chance to travel or splurge on things you want but can’t afford now.
Ultimate March days: 4, 8, 18, 27
Born Mar. 10th-20th: Your role as everyone’s rock brings financial gains that will continue to build over the next several years.
Ultimate March days: 4, 9, 23, 28
Ultimate February days: 3, 7, 17, 22
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When I’m playing games on my phone (shhh) I often see ads for Bingo games where you can win real money, in particular one called Bingo Cash. I thought playing bingo online for cash was illegal, is this a scam, or what? I see tons of online Bingo sites when I search around, including one that Drew Barrymore plays?! Is this the same sort of game as the Bingo Cash app?
—Georgia Games Girl
Dear GGG:
Online Bingo has become hugely popular, which I’m sure you discovered when you began your search. I personally prefer to play real world bingo, so I’m no expert on apps and online games, but I did some research on Bingo Cash and it does technically appear to be legit. It is a free to download app, available on iOS and Samsung, and you can play for free and win real cash. Bingo Cash allows play for free using gems or free bonus cash; but be warned the Bingo Cash points system and booster options make this game tricky to learn
according to some users. If you win cash prizes, you can withdraw the money via PayPal, but there’s a $5 withdrawal minimum, plus a $1 processing fee. What many see as a problem with Bingo Cash are the annoying prompts that pop up telling you to deposit real money in order to play in tournaments with cash prizes. Industry experts do not think this solicitation for cash is legit. Concerns have been raised about the fact that players can lose real money chasing these tournament wins. Bingo Cash has more than 147,000 reviews on the App Store with an overall rating 4.7 out of 5 stars; negative reviews mention the complicated interface and those annoying popup promos. That said, you can, technically win cash.
The game that Drew Barrymore endorses is Bingo Blitz, and anyone can sign up and start playing for free—the site gives you free credits to get you started, and there are various opportunities for players to accrue more credits as they play. The game does NOT have cash prizes. This site is best known for building a sense of community among its players with an emphasis on collaboration, and trading and chatting among players.
While in my opinion no online bingo can come close to replacing real world bingo, if winter weather or some other calamity keeps you from making it to your favorite game, I’d certainly recommend an online site such as Bingo Blitz over the apps like Bingo Cash that promise real money, but make it extremely difficult to win that money, and very tempting to waste it.
—Aunt Bingo
Share your views or fire off a question to Aunt Bingo c/o the Bingo Bugle, P.O. Box 527, Vashon, WA 98070, or email her through her editor at tara@bingobugle.com.
New Presumptives Added to the List
In January the Department of Veterans Affairs added several illnesses to its list of presumptives, courtesy of the PACT Act. Done in two batches, the new additions to the list make it easier for veterans to get the care they need without the dragged-out process of proving that where they were stationed was the cause of their current condition. The illnesses are now considered service-connected, which gives veterans free health care for those conditions.
The first batch of conditions included urinary bladder, ureter and related genitourinary cancers. The second batch included acute and chronic leukemias, multiple myelomas, and myelodysplastic syndromes and myelofibrosis.
Locations matter, and these presumptives are covered for veterans who served in Somalia, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the
neutral zone between Iraq and Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, the Gulf of Aden, the Gulf of Oman, the Persian Gulf, the Arabian Sea or the Red Sea on or after Aug. 2, 1990.
After 9/11, the covered locations are for those who served in Afghanistan, Iraq, Djibouti, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen or Uzbekistan.
K2 veterans, you haven’t been forgotten. In fact, those serving at Karshi-Khanabad have been recipients of a major push by the VA to get you the health benefits you should have. A recent VA news release says that of the 16,000 K2 veterans, 13,000 are enrolled in VA care. Of those, 11,800 have at least one service connected condition, with the average having 14.6 service-connected conditions.
If you’re K2 and even if you aren’t and haven’t signed up for health care, call the VA at 1-800MYVA411 (800-698-2411). Get the benefits you’re supposed to have.
PICKS OF THE MONTH
Nosferatu (R) — Director Robert Eggers first made plans to develop a remake of the 1922 silent film Nosferatu back in 2015, and it took some time for him to get his passion project off the ground. After being teased for so long, the gothic horror finally came to fruition and landed Bill Skarsgard (It), Nicholas Hoult (Juror No. 2), and Lily-Rose Depp (The Idol) as its leads. Skarsgard’s eerie transformation into Count Orlok is his best work yet, with the cast describing the palpable fear of his character while working on set. Willem Dafoe, Aaron TaylorJohnson, and Emma Corrin co-star as other townspeople whose lives are suddenly connected through a chilling experience with the count. Out now to rent. (Amazon Prime Video)
Paradise (TV-MA) — This drama series starring Sterling K. Brown (Atlas) seems so perfect for network television that it’s surprising it was developed for streaming only. Brown plays secret service agent Xavier Collins, the righthand man to President Cal Bradford (James Marsden). A relentless agent who stops at nothing to defend the president, Xavier receives the shock of his
life when, one day, he finds the president lifeless in his quarters. As an investigation commences, the president’s sudden death is shrouded in secrecy and lies by the White House, leaving Xavier to reveal whether foul play is at work.
(Hulu)
Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy (TV-MA) — It was only a matter of time until the documentaries would start following the arrest of rapper/record executive Sean Combs (aka Diddy) for sexual misconduct. Peacock is the first with a documentary out now that details Combs’ childhood, his rise into the music industry, and now the recent sexual abuse allegations. Guest interviews include past bodyguards, childhood friends, accusers, and former employees of Combs’ label Bad Boy Records. The allegations started to be taken seriously after footage was released of Combs assaulting his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura in 2016, but people in the documentary maintain that his criminal behavior began well before Ventura was subjected to it. (Peacock)
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Caller’s Kid Creates Some Confusion
Bob calls for our local Bingo about once a month. This time he brought his fouryear-old son along and he entertained us throughout the evening. He was fascinated by the balls bouncing in the glassfronted container and the light-up Bingo board. He helped his daddy call and was pleased with himself that he knew the numbers.
He came to our table and made friends.
asked Kate.
“It’s just a line, isn’t it?”
“Sometimes,” said Kate, “and sometimes it is in a different shape. I could help you.”
“Okay,” he said, but as soon as the balls started bouncing, he was off to watch them, giggling with pleasure.
“I think he’s a little young,” I said.
“I don’t know,” said Kate. “Let’s try him out on something simple. How about the Bonanza?”
“Might be okay,” I said. “That will be a simple blackout. He can play one of mine.”
We arranged him at the table with a Bonanza card. This time the bouncing balls did not draw him away as a different machine was used. He was thoroughly caught up in the game and was soon on for B4. “That’s how old I am,” he said. “I bet I get it.”
cheered. “Bingo, Daddy. I’ve got a Bingo.”
He was not eligible for the win, as he had not purchased a buy-in. He was so ecstatic over winning that I could not even consider taking the card back and claiming it as my own. The whole Bingo Hall went into “pause” mode.
The final decision rested with the caller, but the caller was the child’s father. The little boy looked hopeful. Bob just looked confused. “I don’t know what to do,” he said. “What do you think?”
I thought furiously and came up with an idea. “Could we donate the winnings to the Children’s Hospital?” I asked. “That would seem to take care of who wins.”
“That’s a great idea,” said Bob. “The winnings will be donated to Children’s Hospital.”
Kate unobtrusively pulled a ten-dollar bill from her purse. “This is for you,” she said to the expectant child. “For being such a good sport.”
“I can play Bingo,” he said. “I know my numbers.”
“I can play Bingo,” he said. “I know my numbers.”
“Do you know what a Bingo is?”
He bounced on his chair and kept chanting “B4, B4,” quietly as he waited. But then the number came up and he jumped up and
“Oh,” said the little boy. “Does this mean I can come back and play Bingo again?”
“Not in my lifetime,” said Bob. “Not unless your mother comes along.”
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Allesandra reveals your lucky days for March 2025
Lucky Predictions for March 2025
ARIES: March 21 to April 19 1st thru 6th…
Starts and ends very well$$! 7th thru 12th…
Lucky you the 10th$$ 13th thru 18th…
Not yet…wait 19th thru 24th…
Wins aplenty 20th & 24th! 25th thru 31st…
Top chances 28th-29th$$
TAURUS: April 20 to May 20
1st thru 6th…
Out of nowhere 3rd-4th!$ 7th thru 12th…
All on BLUE the 8th$ 13th thru 18th…
Made for you 13th & 18th! 19th thru 24th…
Hard card to win 23rd$ 25th thru 31st…
Like magic 26th-27th!
GEMINI: May 21 to June 21
1st thru 6th…
Victories await 1st-2nd & 6th$!
7th thru 12th…
Unlimited $ the 10th! 13th thru 18th…
PURPLE pays the 15th$$
19th thru 24th…
Best bet’s the 24th$ 25th thru 31st… On a roll 28th-29th!
CANCER: June 22 to July 22
1st thru 6th… Go with the flow 3rd-4th$$
7th thru 12th…
OK-fine 8th-9th
13th thru 18th…
Big bundle of $$ 17th 19th thru 24th…
Better luck next time 25th thru 31st… Dreams = true 31st$$
LEO: July 23 to Aug. 22
1st thru 6th…
Wake up & GO 2nd & 6th!
7th thru 12th…
Totally your call the 10th$ 13th thru 18th…
Helpful win$ 15th 19th thru 24th…
Answers come 19th-20th$$ 25th thru 31st…
Show ‘em how 28th-29th!$
VIRGO: Aug. 23 to Sept. 22
1st thru 6th…
GREEN triumph 3rd-4th$
7th thru 12th… Nice break 8th-9th!
13th thru 18th…
Best prospects the 18th 19th thru 24th… Date with destiny 23rd$ 25th thru 31st… Get on board 31st!
LIBRA: Sept. 23 to Oct. 23 1st thru 6th… Waiting for you 5th-6th! 7th thru 12th… Choose RED the 10th 13th thru 18th… Great start the 15th$$ 19th thru 24th… Watch $$ grow 20th & 24th 25th thru 31st… Keep it coming 25th$$
SCORPIO: Oct. 24 to Nov. 21 1st thru 6th… Whoa, not now 7th thru 12th… Deep pockets 8th-9th$$ 13th thru 18th… Easy as pie the 18th 19th thru 24th… It’s your game the 23rd! 25th thru 31st… Touch & go 26th-28th$
SAGITTARIUS: Nov. 22 to Dec. 21 1st thru 6th… 1st in line WINS 1st-2nd$$ 7th thru 12th…
Luck is with you 10th-11th! 13th thru 18th… Friend helps conjure $$ 15th 19th thru 24th…
Slight possibility the 19th 25th thru 31st…
Chances for success 28th-29th$
CAPRICORN: Dec. 22 to Jan. 19 1st thru 6th… Give it a shot 3rd-4th 7th thru 12th… Not really 13th thru 18th… Incredible deal the 18th$ 19th thru 24th… Believe it! 23rd$$ 25th thru 31st… BLUE will do 26th or 28th
AQUARIUS: Jan. 20 to Feb. 18 1st thru 6th…
You, too, can win! (1st-2nd) 7th thru 12th… Ahead of the pack the 7th$$! 13th thru 18th…
Luck’s still holdin’ the 15th 19th thru 24th…
PURPLE’s a plus 24th 25th thru 31st… Try again 25th & 29th!
Seriously good the 23rd! 25th thru 31st… A step up 30th-31st$! Color associations refer to lucky objects, daubers, cards, machines, clothing/jewels you wear, or a dominant color in the room.
The News We Never Want to Report
It is with sadness that we announce the death of our beloved columnist, Dennis Daily, known to us as Bob.
Before we get to his life story,
below, I must mention one thing his obituary did not: his absolutely amazing voice. The first time he ever called our office, I seriously thought I had won a prize on a radio show, only I don’t listen to any radio stations that give away prizes. It was the most smooth, gracious and professional sounding voice I have ever heard. And his manner was as impressive as his voice.
I’d also like to say that after all these decades editing his column, I still get confused about when to say less and when to say fewer and how loud is loud enough for someone to declare bingo, topics he would return to over the years, one thing I don’t have any confusion about is what a charming, intelligent and wonderful man he was.
He had recently expressed his desire to go on the Bingo Bugle cruise, so I pray that he is soaring now above calm and sparkling
seas, free from all pain, as he makes his way to that Great Bingo Game in the Sky.
—Tara Snowden, Editor, Bingo Bugle
Dennis Michael Daily ‘Dennis was born in Washington, Indiana, March 9, 1947, the son of Joseph M. and Eileen (Baker) Daily. His parents proceeded him in death.
A 1965 graduate of Washington Catholic High School, Dennis began his radio career at WAMW/ WFML as a teenager. He graduated from Vincennes University and attended Indiana University before moving to Washington, DC.
A born communicator, Dennis worked for Mutual Broadcasting for several years and was the original producer of the Larry King radio show. Dennis also served as the press secretary for 8th District
Congressman Joel Deckard before accepting a position with United Press International (UPI) where he worked as the National Managing Editor and, later, West Coast Bureau Chief in Los Angeles.
Although he lived in other areas of the country, Dennis never forgot his hometown roots. He came back to Washington to anchor local coverage of Christmas Eve services at four local churches for WAMW for more than 25 years.
Dennis loved traveling and playing bingo. He was also a history buff and was writing a book about the D-Day invasion before he passed.
Those who mourn Dennis’ passing include his sister, Diane, and many friends and colleagues throughout the country.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Dennis Michael Daily, please visit https://www.legacy. com/us/obituaries/name/dennis-
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Poetry Corner
Springtime
Dogwood whitening now
Ready bouquet on the way
Will I wed by eve Will pink- hued cherry Here first near-behind my joys
Another day’s glee.
Charlene James-Duguid Amissville Virginia
Coffee Break
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1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What year was the first Barbie doll released?
2. MOVIES: What is the name of the island in the Jurassic Park film?
3. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What are baby rabbits called?
4. U.S. STATES: Which state is the home of Mount Rushmore?
5. INVENTIONS: When were emojis invented?
6. TELEVISION: In the TV series “The Walking Dead,” what was the character Rick Grimes’ profession previously?
7. CHEMISTRY: Which element is also known as quicksilver?
8. SCIENCE: What is the name for the pivot on which a lever turns?
9. GEOGRAPHY: Which country is home to the ancient city of Petra?
10. MUSIC: Which of Taylor Swift’s songs was first to appear on the Billboard Hot 100?
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Wrestling surface
Small horse
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Eggs
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Jellied dish
Flat
Neptune or Poseidon
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“Ironside”
Trivia, CryptoQuip and Crossword Puzzle answers on page 11
Getting Cold Feet, Literally
Hi Guy,
My Bingo hall does a pretty good job of keeping the rooms warm during the winter months, but I still have trouble keeping my feet warm against the cement floor. I used to fight this by sitting closer to the hotair blowers—which helped some but the rest of me got too warm and the blowers are kind of loud for hearing the caller. Extra socks and insulated boots have been good, too, but I was wondering if you had any other ideas.
J.G., Chicago, Illinois
Hi J.G.,
It sounds to me like you’ve done a pretty good job of taking care of business on your own. However, I do have a couple more ideas for you to try.
The first is hand-warmers. Hunters use these palm-sized packs when they’re outdoors for long periods of time. Well, let me tell you, slipping one of those packs into your shoes or boots does wonders for keeping your feet warm.
Something else that should help is to move during breaks. Stand or walk around the hall to get the heart pumping a bit more and get the circulation going.
Finally, you can try and elevate your feet so they aren’t in direct contact with the cement floor. Hook your heels to your chair’s leg-crossbar, rest your feet on an empty chair across from you or carry a durable Bingo bag that you can use to elevate your feet off the floor.
I hope some of these tricks help you out. —Guy
Hey guys! (And gals!) Write to: Guy’s Turn c/o The Bingo Bugle, P.O. Box 527, Vashon, WA 98070, or e-mail Guy through his editor at tara@bingobugle.com.
* “I love to refinish and paint furniture pieces and woodcrafts. I always check my local recycling center for small amounts of “recycled” paint. Usually, someone has gotten rid of good paint, and the people at the recycling center are happy to have it used.” — B.B. in Virginia
* Toothpaste works well as a silver polish. Wet your silver, plop a little non-gel toothpaste on it and rub gently with a damp, clean rag. Rinse well with a separate rag, and buff dry. Then just step back and let it shine.
* If you’ve ever oversalted soup, don’t worry; here’s a great tip to recover your meal. Just cut a single potato into several large slices. Add them to the soup, and they will soak up the extra salt. Remove before serving.
* S.W. of South Carolina has this tip to share: “If you can’t seem to keep track of your keys, make an extra set for those mornings when you are running late and can’t spare the time to look for them. It has saved me a lot of stress, for sure.”
Send your tips to: Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.
Your 7 Upcard Playbook
When a dealer shows a 7 upcard, they have about a 26% chance of busting and about a 74% chance of getting to a final hand that totals 17 through 21 (rule dependent). Because of the latter, we have to be more aggressive when we are dealt a stiff hand (hit rather than stand) and less aggressive when we are dealt a two-card soft hand (hit rather than double down).
What follows is the accurate blackjack playing strategy for any hand in which the dealer shows a 7 upcard.
Fortunately for blackjack players, the playing strategy against a casino dealer’s 7 up card is nearly the same for any number of decks of cards or mix of playing rules. There is one exception and you’ll find it below.
Notations used in this article:
S17 = Dealer must stand on soft 17
H17 = Dealer must hit soft 17
DAS = Doubling down after pair splitting is allowed
NDAS = Doubling down after pair splitting is not allowed
H = Hit
S = Stand
P = Split
Dh = Double down if allowed, otherwise hit Multi-Deck Game
Regardless of the playing rules, use the following strategy when facing a dealer’s seven upcard. Double down if allowed, otherwise hit if holding:
• Hard 10 and 11
• Pair of 5s
Split if holding:
• Pair of As, 2s, 3s, and 7s and 8s
Hit if holding:
• Hard 5 through 9
• Hard 12 through 16
• A-2 through A-6
• Pair of 4s and 6s
Stand if holding:
• Hard 17 through 20
• A-7 through A-9
• Pair of 9s and 10s.
What about a double-deck game?
The playing strategy for a doubledeck game is identical to the above multiple-deck game except for one change:
• If the rules specify DAS, split a pair of 6s (instead of hitting) against a dealer’s 7 upcard. What if you are playing a single-deck game?
You should implement the same strategy change for a single-deck game as you would in a doubledeck game, namely:
• If the rules specify DAS, split a pair of 6s (instead of hitting) against a dealer’s 7 upcard.
For more playing strategy tips, consult Chapter 3 in my Ultimate Blackjack Strategy Guide
What's News in Nevada . . .
Lenny Kravitz Returns
Lenny Kravitz, who refuses to age (though he’s turning 61 this year), did a five-show sold-out residency last fall at Dolby Live at Park MGM and will do five more this August. Kravitz’s music is a fusion that ranges from hard rock to funk, reggae, soul, and R&B. He made history by winning the Grammy Award for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance four years in a row (1999-2002), setting the record for most consecutive wins in one category by a male performer; he’s also won many other awards over the years and has sold more than 40 million albums in his 36-year career. The new dates are August 1, 2, 6, 8, and 9.
Marinelli’s Serving Breakfast
Marinelli’s, the red-tablecloth fine Italian restaurant with big picture windows at M Resort, has started serving breakfast. The prices are reasonable, with three eggs and bacon/sausage at $14, French toast, pancakes, and waffles $12, bagel and lox platter $16, smoothies $9, and seasonal berries $8. Marinelli’s also serves classic ($15) and filet mignon ($26) Benedicts, huevos ($14) and breakfast burrito ($12), and steak and eggs ($26). Mimosas are $9 and Bloody Marys $14.
VooDoo Lounge Returns
VooDoo Steak, which occupies the 51st and 52nd floors of the Rio, has been open for some time, though VooDoo Lounge, the associated ultra lounge, “permanently” closed during the pandemic. Well, apparently, permanently meant five years or so, because VooDoo Lounge reopened in January. According to the Rio’s website, “The wait is over—VooDoo Lounge has returned. Perched high above the city, this ultra lounge is your gateway to unforgettable evenings. From bold cocktails to panoramic views and a live DJ setting the
vibe, every moment invites you to play, explore, and savor the good life.” There’s no cover, but “upscale attire” is required and beers are $9-$10, cocktails $17, bottle service $200-$850, and VIP seating packages $250-$1,500.
Country Comes to Sphere
Kenny Chesney has announced a 12-date residency at Sphere, the first country act to appear in the dome. The 56-year-old Chesney, who has a rabid following known as “No Shoes Nation,” released his first album in 1994 and his 20th album, Born, came out last March. He’s sold 30 million units over the course of his 30-year career, spawning 27 singles that have made it to the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100, and headlined 18 arena tours. He’s been awarded 12 Country Music Association awards, including Entertainer of the Year four times, 11 Academy of Country Music awards, including Entertainer of the Year (2005 to 2008), and has been nominated for six Grammy awards. The shows will be on: May 22, 24, 25, 28, 30, and 31 and June 4, 6, 7, 11, 13, and 14.
BLVD Construction Completed BLVD, the massive 4-story 400,000-square-foot retail, dining, and entertainment project, has completed construction. Across from Aria (with a great view of it from the second-floor patio at Whataburger), BLVD opened to the public during F1, when the the two-story Puma store unlocked its doors. The rest of the announced retailers were slated to open in early 2025. Initial retailers include Lululemon, Abercrombie & Fitch, British sportswear retailer JD Sports, Danish jeweler Pandora, mini department store H&M, and Adidas. In N Out has announced a major outlet, but that isn’t opening for another year or so.
March Laptop
Misery
Computers and humans have a lot in common. They start with abundant memory and drive but become outdated as they age. Then, they start crashing unexpectedly and need replacement parts to stave off the black screen of death.
Ms. Know-It-All
All right, dear readers, as I write this column for the second time in a week, I am very angry with myself. I was told and did not listen until disaster struck and turned my laptop screen black. Oh yes, the black screen of death appeared with two small messages: can’t find hard drive and no memory. Eek! I immediately did what most of you do, panicked, then restarted my laptop repeatedly to no avail; followed by cursing and crying. My laptop had years of Bingo Bugle columns on it as well as other documents I had saved for future reference. All are gone, not to mention photos and other memorabilia that I cherished. I had been warned to do back-up, but I never got around to it. Hurriedly, I called my tech guru to tell him I was bringing him my sickie laptop and I shared with him its screen messages. He asked, did you back up your stuff? I replied, no. He sighed and explained that probably my laptop was beyond resuscitation, but he would take a look. He called the next day to confirm the bad news; that I
should say goodbye to years of documents, photos, and every other thing stored on her.
My procrastination has cost me dearly, so, dear readers, if you value what’s on your tech devices, don’t delay as I did. Back everything up one way or another so you don’t have to throw a funeral for your dearly departed laptop; while trying to kick your own dumb ass for not doing so earlier. I am getting a new laptop which will auto back-up all my info to the cloud. I’m so old though that I probably won’t have much to back-up this time around. Btw, I’m using my husband’s old desktop computer to finish this column and praying it also doesn’t crash.
St. Pat’s Day is March 17, so wear orange if you’re Protestant as Catholics traditionally wear the green. Either way, this is the day we eat Irish stew or corned beef and cabbage—and look for leprechauns so we can steal their pots of gold.
To summon good luck for bingo or otherwise, here are some suggestions. Cut your hair, but only in the moonlight. Once done, do not give a hair lock to your romantic partner unless you wish her/him bad luck. Next, watch out for black cats who wander into your path. If that happens, make a triangle with your fingers and spit through it. Third, good luck will come to those who put cinnamon sticks close to the money in their wallet/purse. And last, upon getting home after St Pat’s partying, tie a telephone wire around your shoes. Now, since we have become a cell phone world, I don’t know how this will work, but you might try putting your cell phone inside your shoe. If the phone smells bad the next day, hold it away from your face, and turn up the volume. Let me know if any of this works by contacting me at nlpvzw6172@gmail.com. Until next month, may Lady Luck blow you kisses as you dance out the door with dollars. Win big.
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