ARIES (MAR 21-APR 20): A surprising solution appears late in the month that quells disagreements and rekindles good feelings with argumentative family members.
Lucky Days: 3 - 13
Lucky Numbers: 6 - 19
TAURUS (APR 21-MAY 21): Take advantage of the new moon on the 22nd to make important adjustments to all of your investments and financial undertakings.
Lucky Days: 9 - 22
Lucky Numbers: 7 - 56
GEMINI (MAY 22-JUN 21): That new idea or secret project you’ve been harboring? Set it free on the new Moon on the 22nd
Lucky Days: 3 - 8
Lucky Numbers: 27 - 56
CANCER (JUN 22-JUL 22): Do you spend too much time thinking about events that happened years ago? Say goodbye to memories and hello to a prosperous tomorrow.
Lucky Days: 9 - 25
Lucky Numbers: 8 - 50
LEO (JUL 23-AUG 23): It’s time to release your control and feel the freedom of letting the universe take charge of events (and other people).
Lucky Days: 2 - 12
Lucky Numbers: 3 - 29
VIRGO (AUG 24-SEP 23): This is the month to merge your desire to succeed with all of your keen strategizing.
Lucky Days: 15 - 20
Lucky Numbers: 4 - 44
LIBRA (SEP 24-OCT 23 Putting your home in order does wonders for your peace of mind. The new Moon on the 22nd triggers your interest in a unique hobby.
Lucky Days: 5 - 14
Lucky Numbers: 44 - 46
SCORPIO (OCT 24-NOV 22): The new moon on the 22nd highlights your urge to solve a niggling mystery, use your newfound knowledge as a beacon in the dark.
Lucky Days: 7 - 26
Lucky Numbers: 2 – 52
SAGITTARIUS (NOV 23-DEC 21): The unconscious plays an important role in rearranging your life this month. Pay attention to the magical guidance that comes from your dreams and intuition.
Lucky Days: 2 - 30
Lucky Numbers: 5 - 23
CAPRICORN (DEC 22-JAN 20): I know you take pride in being your own boss, but let some outside guidance or expertise help lead the way forward this month.
Lucky Days: 9 - 19
Lucky Numbers: 3 - 56
AQUARIUS (JAN 21-FEB 19):
The pressure is on to define your essential talents. A key to your success will involve conquering resistance.
Lucky Days: 6 - 18
Lucky Numbers: 10 - 17
PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 20):
The month ahead is certain to be raucous and filled with confrontations but also some wonderful breakthroughs.
Lucky Days: 21 - 24
Lucky Numbers: 43 - 53
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I enjoy Bingo as much as the next player but have to confess that what I enjoy most is being in a Bingo hall playing with other players. Yes, it is fun to win (who doesn’t want more money) but I have come to realize that winning comes second to being out with my friends chatting quietly, peoplewatching and following along with the caller as he or she calls out the numbers. Sure it is fun getting down to one last number and getting a shot at a jackpot. But if I lose, I won’t complain that I was cheated or get all crabby and depressed. I had fun! That what’s most important for me.
—Good Times Gloria, New York
Dear Gloria, You have a wonderful attitude and one many of us should try and emulate. But I have to ask: isn’t it just a teensy bit fun to grumble and grouse when you come close to a jackpot but fall short? It’s a big part of Bingo for your Auntie B., LOL! Maybe I’ll reconsider that now. Aunt Bingo
Q: I’ve been watching American Idol since the very beginning and loved Kelly Clarkson. I’m so happy for her success. Whatever happened to Justin, the first runnerup with the curly hair? I thought he was so talented too. — C.F.
A: While you may not have seen Justin Guarini much on television since he was introduced to audiences on American Idol in 2002, he has carved out a nice career on Broadway. For the past decade he’s starred in the Broadway and off-Broadway productions of American Idiot, Romeo and Juliet and Wicked Next up for him is the new Broadway musical based on Britney Spears’ hits called Once Upon a One More Time. It’s a fairy tale take on the pop songs in which Guarini will play Prince Charming, with Briga Heelan as Cinderella. The show is expected to debut this spring in Chicago but be sure to check online at Chicago-Theater. com for the latest news and ticket information.
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New VA Secretary Doug Collins
Changes are coming fast and furious at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Since these impact many of us, we need to pay attention to what’s going on and who’s now in charge.
The VA has a new secretary, Douglas A. Collins, the 12th in the position since the VA was started in 1988. Collins is an Air Force veteran, served as chaplain, has been a Reserve colonel for 23 years and additionally served for two years in the Navy. He served in Iraq and at his confirmation hearing said that he slept next to burn pits for many months. He’s an attorney and was a U.S. representative for a Georgia district from 2013 to 2021.
Quite the resume, and the Senate vote to confirm him was fairly strong: 77 to 23.
He’s jumped right in, saying he wants to expand the VA’s private sector care and figure out how to get rid of employees who aren’t
doing their job. He stopped the employee teleworking right away, insisting people come back to work, and put a hiring freeze in place until things shake out and they see if there are any vacancies once people decide if they’re staying or going. Further, he vowed to fix the $16 billion computer system that’s been sitting unfinished for two years.
Sometimes you just want to see a man and hear his voice before you make up your mind about him. Go online to YouTube and look for “Doug Collins opening remarks in Veterans Affairs secretary confirmation hearing.”
Watching that video, I liked things about him that have nothing directly to do with the VA and the position he’s been given, but instead tell what kind of a man he is. He’s been married 36 years, he still has a bracelet a female Airman made for him when he was a flightline chaplain 15 years ago and he thanked his 88-yearold father. In the end, those things matter.
I wish him well.
PICKS OF THE MONTH
A Complete Unknown (R) — Hollywood’s golden boy Timothee Chalamet (Dune: Part Two) transforms into singer-songwriter Bob Dylan in this biopic. The film begins in 1961, when an unknown 19-year-old Bob Dylan makes his trek to New York from Minnesota and becomes part of the emerging folk music scene. On his way to becoming the artist we now know today, Dylan meets a handful of musicians like his idol Woody Guthrie (Scoot McNairy), Pete Seeger (Edward Norton), and Joan Baez (Monica Barbaro), who all play significant roles in his development as an artist. While the film barely made up its budget at the box office despite Chalamet’s ingenious marketing tactics, it received eight Academy Award and three Golden Globe nominations. (Amazon Prime Video)
The Brutalist (R) — This A24 film led by Adrien Brody (Asteroid City) was also a critical darling, snagging 10 Academy Award nominations and giving Brody another shot to land a Best Actor award. The epic period drama follows the heartbreaking story of HungarianJewish Holocaust survivor Laszlo Toth (Brody), who immigrates to the United States after surviving
the Buchenwald concentration camp and being separated from his wife and daughter. While he was a respected architect in Europe, Laszlo’s first years in the U.S. are anything but respectable, until a wealthy client hires him for a luxurious construction project. Now with the promise of the American Dream and a chance to be reunited with his family, Laszlo assumes that his struggles have finally been rewarded ... but they’ve only just begun. (Apple TV+)
Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy (TV-MA) — Best known as Chandler Bing from the iconic TV series Friends, Matthew Perry shocked the world when he was found dead at only 54 inside of his Los Angeles home on Oct. 28, 2023. Since Perry was always open about his struggle with drug addiction, many suspected that an overdose was at play. It was later confirmed to be from a high dose of ketamine that was obtained illegally from two doctors. This documentary, out on Feb. 25, discusses the final days leading up to his tragic death, while also explaining his incredible rise to fame. (Peacock)
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It’s Story Time!
We were in the midst of a fierce windstorm but decided to go to Bingo anyway. The place was packed—which told us many others had also opted to ride out the storm in a congenial place. It seemed a reasonable and joyful solution to the night’s howling gales. We were having a great time with the evening’s games—when the lights suddenly went out.
Everybody knows you cannot play Bingo in the dark, so the workers got flashlights, told us all to keep our seats and went looking for the generator they keep on hand for such emergencies. It was strangely silent in the big room, then someone said, “I wish I had a cigarette and I haven’t smoked in
twenty years.” It managed to get us all talking and laughing. They came with the generator and no one knew how to start it.
“Yes, but the gauge registers full,” replied Morey. Suggestions poured in from every direction and finally soft-spoken Joanne flipped a switch—which turned it on, and we were soon plugged in to a minimal amount of light.
“This is not enough light to play Bingo,” said Morey, “but we can do something else until the electricity comes back on. Any suggestions?”
“Let’s have a talent show,” suggested someone in the darker part of the room. It was quickly decided and, surprisingly, timid Joanne was the first volunteer.
“I’ll start a story,” she said loudly, “and quit at a critical point, then
going to her grandmother’s house, wearing her new red hoodie and carrying a little yellow basket. She stepped along smartly and soon came upon a troupe of players who were practicing their routines…”
Joanne stopped abruptly.
“One was a clown standing on his head who said his name was Barney,” continued a voice coming from our right. “He began to sing ‘It’s a Hap, Hap, Happy Day’ while juggling upside down, when suddenly there was a loud, ominous noise.”
There was silence for a moment and then someone else spoke up, “It’s a bear—a big, black awful looking bear and he wants to eat us all.”
“But he can’t,” said Kate. “Because he has a terrible toothache. It makes him furious and he just wants to destroy anybody in his path.”
someone else has to pick up the thread and carry the story along.”
“Meanwhile someone else can do a song and dance routine,” came a voice out of the darkness.
“Okay, her goes!” said Joanne, “Once upon a time there was a little girl named Pamela who was
“Little Pamela was not afraid,” said Joanne. “She saw that the bear was in pain and offered him a get-well cookie out of her basket. He ate it and felt so much better that he came up to Pamela to be petted.”
The lights suddenly came on and we got busy playing Bingo in no time—thank goodness—because who knows how that story might have ended!?
Lucky Predictions for MAY 2025
ARIES: March 21 to April 19
1st thru 6th…
Make it last 3rd-4th$
7th thru 12th…
Focus elsewhere
13th thru 18th…
Best 13th & 18th$$
19th thru 24th…
RED hot 22nd-23rd$!
25th thru 31st…
Over and over 27th$$!
TAURUS: April 20 to May 20
1st thru 6th…
Get in there 2nd & 5th!
7th thru 12th…
Regroup for next time
13th thru 18th…
Work it 16th-17th$!
19th thru 24th…
Surprise gain 20th!
25th thru 31st…
Sneak more in 25th & 29th$$
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GEMINI: May 21 to June 21
1st thru 6th…
Lucky dog 3rd-4th!
7th thru 12th…
Their loss, your gain 9th$$
13th thru 18th…
Late the 18th$$!
19th thru 24th…
Big hunch gets it 21st$ 25th thru 31st…
Impressively easy 27th!
CANCER: June 22 to July 22
1st thru 6th…
Nothing better than 2nd & 5th$!
7th thru 12th…
Totally worth the wait 12th$$
13th thru 18th…
Skip it this time
19th thru 24th…
Hit & miss 20th-21st$$ 25th thru 31st…
Let ‘er roll 29th $$
LEO: July 23 to Aug. 22
1st thru 6th…
Step right up 3rd-4th!$
7th thru 12th…
Pal knows the deal 9th$$
13th thru 18th…
Good, not big 13th
19th thru 24th…
Triumphant 23rd-24th$$
25th thru 31st…
Never-ending $$ 27th, 31st!
VIRGO: Aug. 23 to Sept. 22
1st thru 6th…
Your senses right on 1st-2nd$
7th thru 12th…
Watchfulness wins 10th-11th!
13th thru 18th…
Luck prevails 17th$! 19th thru 24th…
Nah, but maybe the 24th 25th thru 31st… Cash & fun the 29th$$
LIBRA: Sept. 23 to Oct. 23 1st thru 6th…
Gear up good 3rd-4th$ 7th thru 12th…
Cleanin’ up nice 8th-9th! 13th thru 18th…
Best wait ‘til the 18th 19th thru 24th… Unbelievably good 23rd$$ 25th thru 31st… Well-done late 27th!
SCORPIO: Oct. 24 to Nov. 21 1st thru 6th…
Driven to win 2nd & 5th! 7th thru 12th… Sit this one out 13th thru 18th…
Movin’ higher 15th-16th$! 19th thru 24th…
Best chance the 20th 25th thru 31st… You got the goods 29th$$
SAGITTARIUS: Nov. 22 to Dec. 21 1st thru 6th… That’s real winning 3rd-4th$! 7th thru 12th…
Great chances 19th, 22nd-23rd! 25th thru 31st… Time to shine 31st!
CAPRICORN: Dec. 22 to Jan. 19
1st thru 6th…
Prosperity abounds 2nd & 6th 7th thru 12th… BLUE returns 10th-11th$ 13th thru 18th… Luck’s in your corner 17th$$ 19th thru 24th… Dare to dream 20th-21st$ 25th thru 31st… Retreat or lose
AQUARIUS: Jan. 20 to Feb. 18 1st thru 6th… Fold ‘em (wait) 7th thru 12th… Good as it gets 8th-9th$ 13th thru 18th…
Cash surrounds you 13th-14th! 19th thru 24th… RED advances 23rd$$ 25th thru 31st… Multiple wins the 27th$!
PISCES: Feb. 19 to March 20 1st thru 6th… Distinctly possible 1st-2nd! 7th thru 12th… Worth the wait 11th-12th$$ 13th thru 18th… As you like 15th & 17th! 19th thru 24th…
Hot hunch the 20th$$ 25th thru 31st… Bank it 24th & 29th$! Color associations refer to lucky objects, daubers, cards, machines, clothing/jewels you wear, or a dominant color in the room.
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Which Free Bingo Apps are the Best?
We’re frequently asked about which free Bingo apps are worth downloading, so we checked in with the good folks at Lifewire, who explore all things online and tech, to check out what they had to say, because while we all know Bingo is best in the real world, sometimes we can’t make it out to play our favorite game.
There are hundreds of Bingo apps to choose from, but luckily Lifewire has narrowed it down to a list of just four favorites. You don’t need an internet connection, money, or other players to enjoy
these titles. But be sure if you win to still shout “Bingo!” loud and proud from wherever you happen to be playing (unless you’re in a library LOL).
Best Overall: AE Bingo
Far more than your average bingo app, AE Bingo features collectibles, achievements, and power-ups to spice up gameplay. Choose between two modes: Classic, where regular rules apply, or Speed Bingo, where you can place virtual bets. Don’t make a bad bingo call, or you’ll be penalized! Pros: Free download for Android, iOS and Amazon tablets; customizable cards and daubers; two game modes. Cons: The
number of special features may be overwhelming for old school Bingo purists; intrusive ads.
Best Looking: Absolute Bingo Absolute Games has given impressive facelifts to several classic games, and Absolute Bingo is no exception. Made for beginners and veterans alike, it was originally released for Windows, but there’s also a mobile version for iOS and Android. Pros: Beautiful artwork adds an extra layer of charm to the classic game; play up to eight cards at once. Cons: Some of the power-ups make it too easy to win; must wait four hours to get more coins.
Most Basic: Classic Bingo
For a more traditional experience, here’s a no-frills app made for people who just want to play bingo. Compared to other games on this list, Classic Bingo is quite dull to look at, but that’s kind of the point.
There are no in-app purchases or power-ups, just the fast-paced action you expect to find at your local bingo hall. Pros: Simple and straightforward play; no in-app purchases. Cons: Ads sometimes pop up in the middle of rounds; can only play one card at a time.
Most Relaxing: Rainbow Bingo Adventure
This adventure-themed bingo game lets you progress through different lands, collecting tokens and uncovering hidden treasures along the way. Every daub you place earns experience points you can spend to unlock new levels with unique music and graphics. Pros: Graphics and background music are relaxing; play one to four bingo cards. Cons: The in-app purchases are a little excessive; only available on Android.
All listings in the Bingo Bugle Player's Guide are for the normal schedule of any given bingo. If you have a question regarding the schedule of any particular game due to a special event, holiday, or weather condition, please call the number listed for that game. Players should also be aware that advertisers may withdraw or alter any advertised offer without prior notice.
Poetry Corner
Coffee Break
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1. MOVIES: Which 1980s hit movie was originally titled When I Grow Up?
2. BIBLE: Which book of the Bible has the most chapters?
3. MYTHOLOGY: What were the original names of our moon, according to the Romans and Greeks?
4. TELEVISION: What was the name of the president in the TV drama The West Wing?
5. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president and first lady hosted the first Easter egg roll on the White House lawn?
6. GEOLOGY: What is the most common volcanic rock?
7. GEOGRAPHY: Which range of mountains provides a boundary between the continents of Europe and Asia?
8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a baby swan called?
9. LITERATURE: In which 20thcentury novel does the character of Nick Carraway appear?
10. HISTORY: Which treaty ended World War I?
CryptoQuip and Crossword Puzzle answers on page 11
Overseas Bingo
Hi Guy,
This summer my wife and I are going on our first trip to Europe. It is a two-week group trip with a week in England and a week in France. It is a good excursion because it is 100% planned out so we always have something to do, but we can opt out of the activities if we want to take a night off to relax or do something that is not part of the itinerary.
There are a lot of museum and historical visits that we look forward to but may also skip if we
find something else to do. What we thought might be interesting is to go and play Bingo one or two times if we can find someplace to play. How much Bingo do they have in Europe, particularly France and England?
—HDD, via e-mail
Hi HDD,
You are in luck. England and France both offer Bingo. England in particular is a huge Bingo country with small Bingo halls and grand Bingo palaces from coast to coast. You could win some very serious money playing Bingo there.
My suggestion would be, when you first arrive, to ask for some kind of directory of local Bingo halls at the hotel’s front desk. If you travel a lot then you know that the front desk is information central for the city where you are staying.
The front desk can also help you by helping identify the type of Bingo hall that best matches what you are looking for. With luck it will be within walking distance of the hotel so that you can enjoy a little private sightseeing on your way to and from the hall—and go more than once! Of course, a cab ride to a hall that is further away can be just as much fun and gives you added choices as to where you get
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Obviously in France there can be a language barrier—but be prepared for the same in England. Folks assume English is English, but there are many dialects and accents in Britain that will make you think you are hearing a completely different language. And, of course, be prepared for the quirky differences between American and European Bingo— which are sure to add to the fun. Have a great trip! —Guy
Readers: Have you ever played Bingo in a country outside of North America? What was it like? What were the similarities and differences? Would you recommend the experience to other players? Share your experiences and I’ll pass them along in a future column. Send them to my editor at tara@bingobugle.com —Guy
Help with Problem Hands
A friend decided that she wanted to learn how to play blackjack. I sat down with her and went over the basics of how the game is played, and then showed her the basic playing strategy. I told her she would have to learn the playing strategy and I gave her a software program to use at home to practice the strategy.
The next time we met, she told me she was ready to play her first hand of blackjack in a casino. I said, “Are you sure?” She said, “Go ahead and ask me some basic strategy questions.” I proceeded to ask her about a half dozen hands. She answered all the questions correctly. I wished her luck.
A week later, she called me and when I asked her how she did— there was a long pause. Although she remembered the majority of the strategy, a few hands stumped her. We got together again and went over these hands. I thought it would be educational if I shared with you what had baffled her so you won’t have the same problems.
Three-Card Soft Hand
She knew the strategy for soft hands (hands that contain an Ace, counted as 11). The hand that stumped her was the following. She was dealt an Ace-3 and the dealer showed a 3. She knew the correct strategy for this hand was to hit and not double down (you double down only if the dealer shows a 5 or 6). She hit and drew a 4 and now she had a soft 18. The basic strategy for soft 18 against a dealer’s 3 is to double down. However, since she already drew a card, the double down option was no longer available to her. She panicked for a moment, not knowing how to play her Ace-3-4. (She doesn’t remember whether she stood or took a hit.) I told her that when you have a soft hand containing three or more cards and the double down option is no longer available then you should follow this rule:
-Hit if you have soft 13 through soft 17. Stand if you have soft 18 and the dealer shows a 2-8 upcard, and hit if the dealer’s upcard is 9, 10, or Ace. The correct play to the Ace-3-4 against the 3 was to stand. I also gave her a strategy card that shows the playing option for three-card soft hands and told her to bring it with her when she played and refer to it if she was not sure how to play any hand.
Pair of 4s
During her visit to the casino, she decided to switch from a sixdeck game to a single-deck game. (She knew to play only single-deck games if a blackjack is paid 3-2 and to avoid any single-deck game that paid 6-5.) She also knew the strategy changes for a single-deck game vs. a multiple-deck game (we had gone over them). The hand that stumped her was 4-4 against a dealer 6. For a split second, all that went through her mind was double down 8 against a 6, but somewhere she also remembered that you should split 4s against a 6. Therefore, she didn’t know whether to split or double down. I told her the basic strategy for a pair of 4s against a 6 is to split. If you had an 8 consisting of 5-3 and 6-2, then you would double down against the 6. (With any pairs, follow the pair splitting strategy first.) 11 against an Ace
She told me that she was dealt a 7-4 and the dealer showed an Ace and she forgot whether to double down or just hit. I told her that the reason she was probably confused is that she was playing a multipledeck game and then switched to a single-deck game. When she was playing a six-deck game (rules were s17 and double-after-split), you should hit against the Ace. However, in the single-deck game (h17 and no double-after-split), the correct strategy is to double down an 11 against an Ace. I told her it’s best to focus on playing only one game per casino visit so she wouldn’t be confused between the slightly different playing strategies.
After my friend got a few playing sessions under her belt, she wanted to learn card counting. I decided to teach her Speed Count (since math is not her strong point). In just one practice session, she mastered it and found it easy to keep the Speed Count when she played blackjack.
The last time we spoke, she told me she loves the game of blackjack, and so far, she is ahead and having a ball. She thanked me for all the advice I had given her. I, in turn, told her she was a great student, and I was happy that she became an advantage player.
What's News in Nevada . . .
Ringo Returns
Ringo Starr, who needs no introduction, and His All Starr Band will do a six-show residency at the Venetian Theater with performances on Sept. 17, 19, 20, 24, 26, and 27. The All Starrs have been touring since 1989 with many iterations of musicians; they first played Vegas in August of that year at the Aladdin Theater for the Performing Arts. Most recently, they did a three-night stint at the Venetian last May.
Ice Skate for Free in Henderson America First Center, home of the Silver Knights American Hockey League team, is offering free skating through the end of the year. You can bring your own skates or rent at the Center. The remaining dates are May 29, June 6 and 21, July 1 and 12, August 3, September 5, October 18, and December 4. You can register three weeks ahead of the free dates at HendersonHappenings.com.
Lucky’s at the Downtown Grand If you’re on the prowl for the hot dog deal at Downtown Grand— your choice of a PBR in the can or a Lone Star beer in the bottle and the dog for $3—just look for the new sign on a support column next to the counter near the casino entrance that says “Since 2024,” with the picture of a hot dog in a bun below it and below that “Lucky’s.” The sign went up at press time, so now the deal is official. Also, chicken tacos are available for $2 each and they have two kinds of salsa, red and a cilantro-onion mix, plus sour cream, at the condiment bar. It’s all available from 11 a.m. till about 10 p.m.
Cromwell To Become Vanderpump
Caesars Entertainment has announced that the Cromwell will be transformed into the
Vanderpump Hotel with a complete renovation and transition that will be completed by early next year. The hotel will be the first foray into accommodations for the British entrepreneur, reality-TV star, and author, Lisa Vanderpump, whose restaurants and bars include Vanderpump Cocktail Garden at Caesars Palace, Vanderpump à Paris at Paris Las Vegas, WOLF by Vanderpump at Harvey’s Lake Tahoe, and most recently, Pinky’s by Vanderpump at Flamingo Las Vegas. The Vanderpump will be on the short list of Las Vegas hotels that have had four names: Barbary Coast, Bill’s Gambling Saloon, the Cromwell, and Vanderpump.
John Wick Experience Opens
The John Wick Experience has opened at Area15. Based on the billion-dollar franchise of four movies starring Keanu Reeves as a retired hitman drawn back into the criminal underworld, the Experience features more than a dozen rooms sporting various themes from the films, live interactions, and interactive game play. Groups of guests complete a mission, each one unique, consisting of the “characters, mythology, and iconography inspired by the feature film universe.” The 12,000-square-foot attraction also has two themed bars and, of course, a retail shop.
Alanis Morissette at Colosseum Seven-time Grammy Awardwinning Canadian-American singer, songwriter, and podcaster Alanis Morissette will do eight performances at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace this fall. The 50-year-old Morisette regularly sells out arenas all around the world, so these tickets will go fast but more shows are likely to be added. The dates are October 15, 17, 18, 22, 24, and 25 and November 1 and 2.
Lucky Pennies and Purses
If someone tells you that you have enough handbags, stop talking to them. You don’t need such negativity in your life.
–Ms. Know-It-All
Last year, I attended a Bingo with designer purses as prizes. The proceeds benefitted a local school district’s music program and I’m all for that, but I forgot my annoyance at how the evening had unfolded. So…I again bought a ticket this year and was rudely reminded when the games started. I have played bingo forever and like to play more than the average number of cards, but this time due to cost, I played just six cards. The other players yelled at the caller to slow down while I could have taken a nap between the numbers. I want the caller to speak clearly and get on with business. I don’t like it when the caller cracks lame jokes, calls wrong ball numbers, or walks away in the middle of a game to talk with players or grab a drink. Call me crotchety because that I am. And, did I mention we played two games then stopped for a five-minute intermission which lasted forever; then another few games and another long intermission, etc.? During these long breaks, other players danced and sang along to loud music which my eardrums hate. Adding insult to injury, the dancing players kept yelling to turn up the volume. In all fairness, it was a fundraiser
and the high-end purses were an enticement, not that I won one, and I should have learned my lesson last year. My friends sitting with me had no problem with the music or the caller and it made me feel like a Nancy Downer. I sat there wishing I had donated my money and stayed home. I’ll write myself a note to remember that next year, however, it’s a 100% chance I’ll lose the note and forget how bored I was. My brain has evolved into a sieve, not a sponge; important dates enter and exit at warp speed; faster than monkeys eat bananas. Please don’t send me emails pointing out that I’m a grumpy old curmudgeon. I am well aware of that fact as my husband and friends frequently point out to me.
May 23rd is Lucky Penny Day, and some believe it’s a day to celebrate simpler times in life when finding a penny was thought to be good luck. I was taught to pick up a penny if it’s heads up; otherwise, kick the penny away so as to not summon bad luck. The first pennies called Fugio cents were designed by Benjamin Franklin and minted in 1787. They featured the words Mind Your Business and We Are One to emphasize the unity of our new nation; still good words to live by. Here’s an idea for bingo hall managers. Without announcing the fact beforehand, scatter a modest number of pennies throughout the bingo room before the players enter the facility. At bingo start, the caller lets everyone know that bingo winners who have picked up a lucky penny will get additional cash, or free food, or another prize. To prevent players from cheating, dot the scattered lucky pennies with a bit of bright nail polish, but make it an odd color, like purple or green. That way players can’t claim prizes with pennies they had in their purses or pockets. May Lady Luck blow you kisses as you dance out the door with dollars. Win big. Contact: nlpvzw6172@ gmail.com
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Each month the Bingo Bugle of Wisconsin conducts a monthly “Sweepstakes” featuring a $100.00 prize for the winner. What follows are the rules of the contest. The Bingo Bugle Sweepstakes contest is open to everyone. It is a FREE contest. Entry forms are usually found on the next to last page of each monthly issue of the Bingo Bugle. Readers who are interested in entering the contest may cut or tear the entry from the paper, fill it out and officially enter by dropping the entry into the plastic Sweepstakes Entries” jug located at most not for profit Bingo halls. Some Bingo halls do not have an entry jug, but usually one the game volunteers will take your entry and get it to us. You may submit a copy of the entry form if none are available to you. If you prefer, your entry may be mailed to:
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that are not completely filled out, do not qualify for the drawing. Enter as many times as you like, but please, take only one Bingo Bugle when you play. A random drawing is conducted each month from all entries received.
Winners are announced each month in the Bingo Bugle. Winners must call 327-0705 prior to the 15th of the month in which their name is announced as the winner to claim their prize. Entries received after the drawing are held for the next month’s contest.
Your chances of winning are determined by the total number of entries received prior to the drawing.
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The contest is not “progressive,” that is to say, if the winner does not claim the prize prior to the deadline, the prize is not increased. The prize is always $100.00 payable via check.
Please, don’t call the Bingo Bugle office to find out who the winner is, we won’t tell you. And, if it is you, you will be disqualified. Thanks for reading the Bingo Bugle and for entering our monthly Sweepstakes. Maybe one day soon, you’ll be our lucky winner.
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