BUFFALO THUNDER IS GOING TO KEEP ON LOVING YOU THROUGHOUT APRIL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Saturday, April 9, 2011

Santa Fe, N.M. —New Mexicans have heard it from a friend, who heard it from a friend, who heard it from another that it’s time to get tickets to the REO Speedwagon concert at Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino’s Tewa Ballroom. REO will play many of their hits including "Ridin' the Storm Out," "Time for Me to Fly," "Roll With the Changes" and “Keep on Loving You,” at Buffalo Thunder April 15, 8 p.m.

Recognized for their lush orchestration and power balladry, REO Speedwagon achieved commercial and critical success in the 1970s when they rode the top of the charts, selling 22 million albums in the U.S. and 40 million worldwide. They have had a string of gold and platinum records and international hit singles including “Don't Let Him Go," and fan favorite "Take It On the Run." REO topped the charts again in 1984 with the well-known "Can't Fight This Feeling," off their “Wheels Are Turning” album. REO Speedwagon's music forged a path for bands like Kansas, Cheap Trick, and STYX, whom perform May 20 at Buffalo Thunder.

“We have an exceptional lineup of entertainment and promotions throughout April including DJs Justin Case and Orpheus Digital at Club Warehouse, great hotel rates, the fun Tic-Tac-Toe Chicken game and of course, REO Speedwagon,” says Kimberly Gonzales, Director of Marketing.

“We also invite everyone to take advantage of our great $59 room rates,” adds Gonzales. “And while they are here they can head down to our state-of-the-art gaming floor at THE most beautiful casino in the region.”

RED SAGE NEW CHEF DU CUISINE, NEW MENU, NEW SEASON
Red Sage welcomes new Chef du Cuisine Michael Meisel and is pleased to announce their new menu. Meisel’s new signature dishes include organic house cured salmon; organic cast iron seared salmon with Morita spiced summer tomato sauce, bitter greens and slow roasted golden beets; oven roasted Alaskan halibut with sautéed shrimp, chorizo, corn, peppers and mushrooms with fresh tomatillo salsa; the delectable vegetarian Pueblo Garden; green chile pork enchiladas with Jalapeño bacon beans, yellow rice, house made crema, pico de gallo, avocado puree and the savory grilled beef tenderloin.

RED SAGE RESERVATIONS: 505-819-2056.
HOURS: Breakfast 7-11 a.m.; Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dinner 5 p.m.- close.

BUFFALO THUNDER RESORT & CASINO APRIL ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
TEWA BALLROOM
Friday, April 15, 8 p.m.                              REO Speedwagon
Saturday, May 14, 7 p.m.                           King of the Cage
Friday, May 20, 8 p.m.                               STYX
Saturday, June 4, 2 Shows                          Jay Leno
Thursday, June 30           Ron White
Saturday, July 23                                John Kay & Steppenwolf
Saturday, August 13                            Three Dog Night
Saturday, September 10                       King of the Cage
Friday, Sept. 23 -Sunday, Sept. 25     SF Concorso

Tickets: Buffalo Thunder Casino Box Office, www.tickets.com, 800-905-3315.

PROMOTIONS
Play Tic-Tac-Toe Against a Chicken Every Day
April 9 – May 6, 12-10 p.m. Play Tic-Tac-Toe and win $50 FlashCash. Players must earn 30 points to play the epic match of man vs. chicken. The object of the game is still the same: the first player to get three marks in a row wins. Players are invited to be one of the first 50 people to challenge the chicken at the Early Bird Special, April 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Drawings nightly, April 4 - 8.

BLACKJACK TOURNAMENTS
$3,500 Blackjack Tournaments are held on Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

POKER TOURNAMENTS
Tuesdays: Begins at 6:30 p.m., with 15 minute rounds; $30 plus $5 entry fee, and $5 add-on.
Fridays: Begins at 6:30 p.m., with 15 minute rounds; $50 plus $5 entry fee, and $5 add-on.
Sundays: Begins at 5 p.m., with 20 minute rounds; $100 plus $10 entry fee, and $5 add-on.

DINING SPECIALS
PAINTED PARROT
Mondays, enjoy the Buffet for only $7.77 and on Tuesdays take advantage of the 2 for 1 buffet. Must be or become a Lighting Rewards Club Member.

Easter at Painted Parrot Buffet
Sunday April 24, 2011, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Painted Parrot’s Easter brunch will offer a cornucopia of food choices appealing for all ages and palates. The menu includes salads, cheeses, fruits, fresh seafood, prime rib and a variety of desserts. Specials on the holiday menu are rotisserie game hens with a spiced poultry sauce; Cajun seared catfish filet with New Orleans style dirty rice, baked sweet potatoes, ginger seasoned baby carrots; Yukon gold garlic buttered mashed potatoes, fried corn medley, cabbage, Virginia bone-in-ham with a Bourbon honey glaze, an Asian style of roasted leg of lamb with a spiced Thai mint sauce. The delicious desserts are tiramisu, pineapple upside down cakes, strawberry Fraisier and a Bourbon Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie.
Painted Parrot offers a festive holiday environment for the family with an outstanding menu at a valuable price.
Cost: Adults: $ 21.95; Children 5-10: $ 12.95; Children under 5: Free
Info: 505-819-2060

TURQUOISE TRAIL
Dining Deals $5 Weekly Specials.
The Turquoise Trail $5 April Menu includes Chicken Wings, Chicken Chimichanga, Deluxe Chicken Basket, Grilled Chicken Ciabatta, and Chicken O’The Sea. Must be or become a Lighting Rewards Club Member. Located on the casino level, Turquoise Trail Bar & Grill serves classic favorites infused with the cuisine of New Mexico and offers a variety of entertainment. With flat screen TV’s and a vibrant, Route 66 décor, this is an ideal spot to catch a game or grab a drink.

HOTEL
People that sign-up for Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino’s Player’s Club Member card will have access to $59 hotel rates. In order to get this great rate, guests must be 21 years or older and also be or sign-up to be a Player’s Club Member. Based on availability. Blackout Dates Apply.

TOWA GOLF CLUB
Considered one of Northern New Mexico’s premier golfing venues and located at the dazzling Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino, Towa features three 9-hole courses co-designed by Hale Irwin and Bill Phillips set among 587 acres of pristine high desert. Towa also has the only island green in the state.
Towa offers first-class service and amenities, including a clubhouse with pro shop, restaurant and bar, deluxe meeting facilities, as well as putting area and driving range.
Rates: Towa Members: $49 with green fee, cart fee and driving range with Towa Card. http://www.buffalothunderresort.com/media/docs/schedules/MembershipInfo.pdf
RESERVE A TEE TIME: 505-455-9000, 877-465-3489, www.towagolf.com

WO´ P´IN SPA
Nestled on two levels of the spectacular Buffalo Thunder Resort, Wo´ P´in (meaning “medicine mountain”) features a full menu of luxurious skin and body treatments, plus complete salon services and more. Among the 11 uniquely decorated therapy rooms, one is reserved for special Vichy treatments, and there’s even an intimate “couple’s paradise” room. Also included are a beautiful indoor pool, hot tub and state-of-the-art fitness center. Seasonal and locals’ discounts are offered. RESERVATIONS: 505-819-2140, 877-455-7775

VENUE ENTERTAINMENT
CLUB WAREHOUSE
Fridays, April 15, 29            DJ Justin Case
Since the mid 90s, Justin Case has immersed himself in New Mexico’s music scene. Club Warehouse guests will remember him from his early days at Kiss 97.3 and Wild 106 where he made his Albuquerque debut at the young age of 14. DJ Justin will be spinning Hip-Hop, Top 40s and Dance to ignite the crowd.
Saturdays, April 16              DJ Breakaway
Saturdays, April 9, 23, 30     DJ Automatic
Friday, April 22                    DJ Orpheus Digital
Hours: 9 p.m. to close. To reserve VIP seating call (505) 819.2234.

BLUE TOWER
Tuesdays         DJ John, Karaoke
Wednesdays    DJ Breakaway, Top 40
Thursdays        DJ Quico, Salsa/Reggaeton
DJ Quico first spiced up the Albuquerque music scene in 1997 every Friday night on KUNM’s Salsa Sabrosa show. He soon moved on to throwing weekly parties at various local nightclubs. He represents a history of great parties and fills Blue Tower Lounge at Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino with great people and exciting music
Fridays & Saturdays, April 15, 16     CalQl8rz, 80s
Fridays & Saturdays, April 8, 9, 22, 23  Gimme Sum R&B, Soul, Funk
Friday & Saturday, April 29, 30    Camino Oscuro, Northern New Mexico
WHEN: 9 p.m. – close

For more information on all that Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino has to offer, friend us on Facebook, visit www.buffalothunderresort.com, or call 877-THUNDER.

Contact:
Jennifer Marshall
505-231-1776
jennifer@jmarshallplan.com
www.jmarshallplan.com