STRIKE GOLD IN NOVEMBER AT RIVERS CASINO & RESORT SCHENECTADY
Guests will enjoy specials, promotions, Free Slot Play and exciting entertainment all month long!

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Schenectady, NY (October 30, 2019) – The Gold Rush is back on again in November at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, where guests will have a chance to win real gold, Free Slot Play, and various instant win prizes during the 3rd Annual Gold Rush promotion.

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Throughout the month, Rush Rewards members can exchange 50 points for a Gold Rush peel-and-win ticket that will reveal 1 of 3 types of prizes including daily drawing entries, instant win Free Slot Play, food credits, and real gold ingots, and letters toward the grand prize 10-ounce gold bar!

Music Mayhem Weekend – Guests can enjoy free live music every night from 7 p.m. During the weekend of 20 to 22 March at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center. The lineup includes Nine Deeez Nite on Friday, 20 March, Funk Evolution on Saturday, 21 March, and Scars N’ Stripes on Sunday, 22 March. 1 of 3 Exterior of Rivers Casino on Monday, July 13, 2020 in Schenectady, N.Y. Rivers Casino plans to lay off many employees who have been on furlough since March.(Lori Van Buren/Times Union) Lori. The 2020 American Casino Guide book contains the following coupon offer for Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady: $10 off purchase of $20, or more, at Duke's Chophouse. Present original coupon from the American Casino Guide book. Available on dine-in orders, during dinner hours only. May not be used on alcohol or gratuity.

Peel-and-win tickets that reveal drawing entries will allow guests to enter a daily drawing for a chance to punch a spot on the punch board and reveal a gold prize. A drawing will be held every night in November at 8:30 p.m.

Peel-and-win tickets could also reveal a letter that can be collected to spell out “GRAND PRIZE GOLD”. Guests who collect all 14 letters will receive a grand prize 10-ounce gold bar. The winning guest may take $17,000 Free Slot Play in lieu of the gold bar.

All prizes must be redeemed by 11:50 p.m. on November 30.

Additional promotions and events include:

Gaming Promotions and Giveaways

$5 Blackjack– Every Thursday, from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., and every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., guests may play on $5 minimum Blackjack Tables in Pit 9 (located outside of Van Slyck’s Lounge). Also, starting this month, at least one $5 minimum Blackjack Table will be available 24/7 on the casino gaming floor. This is the lowest Blackjack minimum wager on Rivers Casino & Resort’s gaming floor since opening in February 2017.

Shuli, Sal & Ronnie Poker Tourney – Friday, November 29 guests will be able play poker and party with SiriusXM’s Howard 100 and 101 show regulars Ronnie “The Limo Driver” Mund, Sal “The Stockbroker” Governale, and Shuli Egar at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center. The fun kicks-off with a poker tournament from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and continues with an After Party from 9 p.m. to Midnight. Buy-in for the tournament is $69 with unlimited entries and includes $6900 in guaranteed payouts. The After Party in the Event Center will feature live band, Scars N’ Stripes, along with a cash bar. Guests can register for the event at the Poker Room, Cashiers Cage, or directly at the event.

Black Friday Weekend Gift Card Sale – From Friday, November 29 through Sunday, December 1, guests are invited to take advantage of a 15% discount on all Rivers Casino gift cards valued at $100 or more. Gift cards can be purchased at the Cashier’s Cage. Cash transactions only.

Rush Rewards New Member Promotion – New members win all month long! Rush Rewards members who sign up in November can play a kiosk game instantly on the day they sign up to win Free Slot Play. Then, they can earn points each week for up to 4 weeks following sign up to keep playing and keep winning! All new Rush Rewards members will also receive an instant $10 Match Play Coupon, and 1 free drawing entry into the Gold Rush daily drawings.

Friends with Benefits – Throughout November, current Rush Rewards members who bring in a friend to join the Rush Rewards program will receive $10 in Free Slot Play instantly. Limit of 1 redemption per month.

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Senior Days–Young at Heart – Every Monday in November, Rush Rewards members ages 55 and older will enjoy free valet parking from 6 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., free live entertainment at Van Slyck’s from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., an unlimited soup & salad lunch special for $9.99 at Dukes Lounge from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m, and a complimentary regular coffee or fountain drink at Villa Italia between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Guests will receive an entry into an exclusive slot tournament between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. each Monday, where the 10 high scorers will win a share of $2,500 Free Slot Play. Guests may also book a one-night $55 hotel stay on Sunday or Monday each week, based on availability and exclusions.

Rivers Sportsbook Specials and Events

Monday & Thursday Football Specials – Throughout the 2019 NFL regular football season, guests can enjoy $2 Bud & Bud Light Drafts and $2 Hot Dogs (with toppings) at the Rivers Sportsbook and Van Slyck’s. Offer available from 11 a.m. to midnight.

Food and Beverage

Happy Hour at the Landing Hotel – Throughout November, guests may enjoy 2-for-1 drinks from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Landing Hotel bar. Must be 21+.

The Gobbler at Johnny’s – Throughout the holiday season from November 1 to December 31, guests may purchase The Gobbler turkey sandwich at Johnny’s To-Go for $12. Offer available during Johnny’s regular hours from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and late night hours until 4 a.m.

November Military Discount – Every Thursday in November, guests who present a valid active duty or veteran Military ID will receive a 20% discount at any food outlet on the property. Offer is not valid on alcoholic beverages. Offer cannot be combined. Restrictions apply.

National Cappuccino Day – In celebration of Cappuccino Day on Friday, November 8, guests will be able to enjoy a cappuccino at Villa Italia or Dukes Chophouse for $2. Offer available from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. at Villa Italia and from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Dukes.

Veteran’s Day Hot Dog Special – On Monday, November 11, any guest who presents a valid active duty or veteran military ID at the Rush Rewards Center will receive a voucher for two free hot dogs redeemable at Van Slyck’s lounge or the Rivers Sportsbook. Offer valid from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Thanksgiving Pilgrim Specials at Dukes Chophouse – A pair of select Thanksgiving menu items will be available at Dukes Chophouse from Friday, November 29 to Sunday, December 1. A “Stuffed” Sandwich will be available for $12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday & Saturday and 10 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. The sandwich features hand carved turkey breast, herbed stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and homestyle gravy served on two slices of panini bread. “The Late Comer”, a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, will be available for $22 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday & Saturday and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. The dinner includes slow-roasted turkey, herbed stuffing, mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, homestyle gravy and cranberry sauce. Must be 21 or older for lunch or dinner.

Events and Entertainment

Country Weekend – Friday, November 1, and Saturday, November 2, country fans at Van Slyck’s lounge will be treated to a pair of fun-filled nights with live bands and a DJ. Local favorites, The Beadle Brothers will hit the stage on Friday and Martin & Kelly will take the stage on Saturday. Bands will start at 9 p.m. and finish at 1 a.m. CMA winner and local radio personality Kevin Richards will warm up country music lovers for the show on both nights with line dancing starting at 8 p.m. $2 Pabst Blue Ribbon specials will also be available. Must be 21+.

Dueling Pianos Dinner Show – Guests are invited to Rock and Roll with the punches as two expert pianists from Savage Pianos duke it out at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center on Wednesday, November 6. Guests will enjoy a 3-course Prime Rib Dinner while the Savage Pianos, featuring Steve Savage, play your requests, sing and entertain. The show starts at 7 p.m. and includes a fantastic meal with a shrimp cocktail salad; prime rib with mashed potatoes, haricot vert beans & au jus; and a chocolate mousse cake with raspberry sauce and whipped cream for dessert. A vegetarian option is available by request. Coffee, tea and soft drinks will also be served. Guests are also invited to bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the Schenectady Inner City Ministry in exchange for a drink ticket to be used for a free glass of house wine. A maximum of 2 drink tickets can be given out per guest. Tickets are limited and start at $30 and are available online at riverscasinoandresort.com, tickets.proctors.org, or at the Proctors Theater Box Office in Schenectady.

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone – Pop music lovers will be able to sing along with one of the leaders of the British Invasion when Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone hit the stage at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center on Friday, November 8. Fans are in for a memorable evening of classic Herman’s Hermits hits including “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. Brown You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” “Silhouettes,” and more. In total, Herman’s Hermits have sold over fifty-two million recordings, with fourteen singles and seven albums going gold. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the concert starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased online at riverscasinoandresort.com, tickets.proctors.org or at the Proctors Theater Box Office.

EagleMania: an Eagles Tribute – Saturday, November 9, Rush Rewards guests will be able to experience EagleMania, a band whose stunning five-part harmonies and uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable sound of the Eagles has been thrilling audiences across the country. The show at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center consists of the Eagles greatest hits, as well as some of the solo work of Don Henley, Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh. The show is free and exclusively for Rush Rewards members. All Rush Rewards members may receive 1 complimentary ticket at the Rush Rewards Center on the day of the show starting at 8 a.m. Limited first-come, first-served seating will be available. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Guests must be 21+.

Psychic Medium Katie Manning – On Tuesday, November 12, Psychic Medium Katie Manning will be performing two shows, at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center. Schenectady-native, Katie Manning, has sold out over 10 shows at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady since 2018. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at riverscasinoandresort.com, tickets.proctors.org or at the Proctors Theater box office in Schenectady.

Princess & Friends Tea Party (presented by The Landing Hotel) – Sunday, November 17, kids will be able to experience the thrill of meeting their favorite storybook and movie characters during the Princess & Friends Tea Party at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center. This special event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. includes photos and meet & greets with princesses and their friends, along with music, food and drinks. Menu items include Tea sandwiches (Peanut Butter & Jelly, Ham & Cheese, and Turkey), Iced Tea, Lemonade, Star Sugar Cookies and more. Tickets are $20 for children and $25 for adults and are available via the Call Center at 1 (518) 579-8811. Walk-ups will be allowed based on space availability.

Cage Wars 44 – A night of high-energy, intense MMA fights, is returning to the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center on Saturday, November 23. Cage Wars 44 will feature over 12 local and regional amateur fights with 2+ world title fights. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the first fight starts at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $50 and can be purchased online at riverscasinoandresort.com, tickets.proctors.org or at the Proctors Theater Box Office.

Thanksgiving Buffet – Guests will be able to enjoy a complete farm-to-table-style Thanksgiving buffet at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady Event Center from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The buffet features fall-inspired soups, salads, and vegetables; hand-carved slow-roasted turkey and honey glazed ham; a hot buffet with pistachio crusted salmon, seafood alfredo, roasted chicken, classic pan stuffing, maple glazed sweet potatoes, and eggplant rollatini; and a complete dessert station with warm apple crisp, pumpkin pie, mixed berry cobbler, pastries, apple cider doughnuts and more. Tickets for adults are $30 plus tax and gratuity, $15 plus tax and gratuity for children ages 6-12, and children 5 and under are FREE. Reservations for the buffet can be made at 1 (518) 579-8811. Advanced purchase reservations are encouraged as the event has sold out in previous years.

There is no cost to join Rush Rewards, and members earn points for their slot play and table game play by inserting their card into the slot machine or presenting it to table games dealers before starting the game. The more points earned, the more reward benefits members will receive. These include free play, food offers, entries into promotional drawings, discounted room rates, valet parking, personalized casino host services and much more.

About Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady: Located at the picturesque Mohawk Harbor near the heart of downtown Schenectady, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady features 1,150 slots, 67 live table games and a 16-table poker room and a live, in-casino luxury sportsbook lounge. The casino offers five distinctive restaurants—among them are Dukes Chophouse, Flipt, Johnny’s To-Go and Mian. Rivers features a multipurpose Event Center space, a lively entertainment lounge—Van Slyck’s, live music performances, free parking and daily promotions and giveaways. The Landing Hotel is a 165-room, six-story boutique hotel with riverfront views located adjacent to the Event Center. Rivers, which opened in 2017, employs approximately 1,200 team members and has been voted a great place to work in Schenectady. Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady is owned and operated by Rush Street Gaming and its affiliates. For more information, visit riverscasinoandresort.com

Media Contacts:

Al Roney (518) 986-6650 or al@pcpublicaffairs.com

Andre Claridge (518) 424-2575 or andre@pcpublicaffairs.com

Wednesday was a long day of coverage at the Rivers Casino, and frankly it made us all a bit hungry. If you're planning to head to the casino in the coming days, we have everything you need to know about the food and drink options. Solomon Syed took a tour.

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. -- Let's face it -- flipping cards, stacking chips or rolling around the roulette table can build up quite the appetite. If you need to refuel for the next round -- Rivers is flowing with options.

'So we're standing in the middle of our marketplace, which has four different concepts,' said Bobby Mallozzi, the Rivers Casino food operation partner.

There's burgers and breakfast at 'Flypt.' Italian at Johnny's. Asian Mix at Mian. And if you need a late-night jolt: coffee and dessert at Villa Italia.

'Open 24/7 at the casino, serves espresso, cappuccinos, coffees, pastries, cookies, cupcakes, cinnamon buns, you name it,” said Mallozzi.

How 'bout with a cup of cappuccino fit for a high roller?

'An amazing technological feat -- a completely automatic espresso/cappuccino machine. It's one of 8 Lavazza has in the country, the only one on the east coast,” Mallozzi said.

But the truth is, your dining options don't end there.

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'Well, this is our casual steakhouse,” said David Buicko, the Galesi Group president and CEO.

Duke's Chophouse, featuring everything from a 12 ounce top sirloin, to a 32 ounce porterhouse. So whether you're playing the penny slots or looking to raise the 'steaks' with a bigger cut, you won't find anything else like it in Schenectady.

'We don't have a steakhouse here, so from that standpoint it's an affordable one, it's not a special occasion event, but we want people to come here on a regular basis,” Buicko said.

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And if you need to wash it down, the mixologist at Van Slyck's has got just the drink for you.

'He's been constructing a lot of cocktails so there's some that are throwbacks to the early 1900s, and there's others that are modern takes,” said Danny Brockdorf, the Rivers Casino vice president of marketing.

It is the perfect complement to a live show, watching the big game, or playing a round of pool with some pub food.

'It's really a great place to come with a large group of people because there's so much going on, there's really a taste for everyone,' said Brockdorf.

Now the casino is obviously patterned after Rivers locations in other cities, but they wanted to make sure that each of their restaurants had a decidedly Electric City feel.

'We've got the chandeliers over the gaming tables that are really special,' said Brockdorf. 'The architecture is really that homage to that turn of the century Alco site.'

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Nothing says modern like downtown staples Johnny's and Villa Italia.

'I would've never imagined that our brands would be so prominently displayed in this casino, we're very honored,” said Mallozzi.

As is the family of the late Tony DiLaurenzo, the Galesi Group's first-ever employee, nicknamed 'the Duke,' his name now in lights inside the Schenectady-based company's crowning achievement.

'He was everybody's best friend, his mission in life was to make people happy,” Buicko said.

Win or lose, we're betting these eateries will do the same.