Arena Rock; 77,777; Throwback to Trace; More at the CVI

Arena Rock Coming to TJ’s Corral

A few years back The Village Voice ran an article naming The 20 Best Arena Rock Songs of All Time. Of these 20 classics, three have already been performed by the original artists live in TJ's Corral and two more, both in The Village Voice top ten, are yet to come this year. Find out more in this article! Now on to the particulars on our four remaining concerts: Dwight Yoakam on July 26 is unfortunately Sold Out so let’s skip right over it. The Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Concert on July 31 is selling well but there are still tickets available so don’t miss out.  Pat Benatar’s staggering vocals and take-no-prisoners attitude, along with Neil Giraldo’s trailblazing artistry as a guitarist, producer, and songwriter forged the undeniable chemistry and unique sound that created some of rocks most memorable hits. Martina McBride on August 4 is getting close to being sold out so if you are interested, please jump on board soon. Loverboy on August 9 will wind up our traditional concert schedule unless something unexpected comes along. Tickets and more information for all concerts are available at This Link and be sure to check next week’s blog and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for additional concert news.

TJ’s Corral Throwback

To This Week in Past Years

Despite the title of one of his most recognized hits, we had great weather on July 10, 2014 (the first full season for TJ’s Corral) when BJ Thomas performed his hits including “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head” from the movie “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.” Last year on July 14 Trace Adkins brought a strong classic country flavor to a totally sold out TJ’s Corral audience. And on July 15, 2016, Clay Walker entertained us with hits from his 11 albums!

Joan Jett Explodes on 4th

What a display of audio fireworks we had in TJ’s Corral last Thursday as Joan Jett & The Blackhearts “Dropped a ‘Cherry Bomb’” on TJ’s Corral! We borrowed that phraseology from the great review of the concert by Pheonix Gruneich of Tahoe Onstage. Be sure to check it out for pictures and some colorful comments from KOZZ radio personality Max Volume who was in the audience.

Running, Biking and Hiking! 

• Pictured above is “Team CVI” in Gardnerville’s annual Freedom 5K Run/Walk on July 4. The team of employees and some of their family members included veterans Kim Hill, US Navy (CVI Marketing) and Rosario Meza Jr., US Army (son of Julie Meza, CVI Marketing).
• Bicycles – about 2,000 of them – will be on our area’s mountain passes this Saturday during the annual Tour of the California Alps – Death Ride. Get all the details on the course including routes, elevations, distances, times, any road restrictions, etc. at This Link.
• If hiking is more your speed, be sure to check out the incredible system of trails in the Carson Valley by the Carson Valley Trails Association!

‘Cause We Haven’t Done This in a Few Weeks

• Thursday is Blueberry Muffin Day. Yep, we make ‘em in our bakery and sell ‘em in Job's Perk. 
• Friday is Kebab Day. The way to go at the CVI is to order the Seafood Brochette in CV Steak: Skewered halibut, salmon, shrimp, swordfish and scallops with a chili lime cilantro.
• Saturday is International Rock Day. We say skip the igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic stuff and cut right to the heart of Rock (‘n’ Roll) by getting yourself tickets to the July 31 Pat Benatar/Neil Giraldo Concert!

Someone’s Gonna Cash Out Big!

A thousand here, a thousand there . . . pretty soon we’ve topped $77,777 on our Penny Progressive Jackpot. Someone is going to hit this eventually and remember, this one can only be pocketed at one of our close-knit family of four casinos: Carson Valley Inn, Sharkey’s Casino in Gardnerville, Bodines Casino in Carson City or SlotWorld Casino in Carson.

This Week’s Promotions Lineup

• Ladies Night Tonight:  The fun runs from 5:30 to 8:30PM including a Free Decorative Throw Pillow for the first 150 ladies (over 100 include FreePlay) and Tupperware Gift Baskets as hot seat prizes. The ladies will also enjoy 3 Bingo Games, 4 Raffles and a weekly drink special!
• Player’s Choice Wednesdays: Your choice of a Free Food Certificate or Free Slot Play after earning 50 points between 8AM and 8PM on the same day. Swipe at the kiosk to make your choice plus you keep the points!
• Hot Seats Thursday: Use your INN Club card while playing in the casino and listen for our Hot Seats drawings from 4 to 8 PM and It's guaranteed Good Times if we call you 'cause you'll win up to $500!
• Point Multiplier Fridays: 5X Points on video reels and 3X Points on video poker, all day.
• Cash & Getaway Giveaways Saturdays:  Join us for drawings between 6 & 7:30PM for Trips, Cash, Airfare and FreePlay.
• Point Party Sunday: You’ll be earning anywhere from 2X to 10X Points from noon to 7PM with the point multiplier changing every half hour. We guarantee the 10X Points will run for 30 minutes at least twice every Sunday.
• Player’s Choice Mondays: Your choice of a Free Food Certificate or Free Slot Play after earning 50 points between 8AM and 8PM on the same day. Swipe at the kiosk to make your choice plus you keep the points!

Race & Sports Book

• Action on the board this week includes Major League Baseball, Canadian Football, NBA Summer League, WNBA Basketball, the NASCAR Monster Energy Series Quaker State 400 and Horse Racing.
• Futures Bets: Next weekend’s 2019 Open Championship (aka The British Open), 2019 NASCAR Monster Energy Cup, 2019 World Series, 2020 NCAA Football Championship and 2020 Super Bowl!

This Week in Our Restaurants

• Katie’s Specials: Wednesday is Lasagna for $7.99 and Thursday is a Pork Chop in Ranchero Sauce for $7.99. Fridays and Saturdays, Katie's offers a Roasted Prime Rib and Fried Shrimp Dinner special served with baked potato, vegetable and soup or salad for $14.99. Katie’s Sunday special is "The Chandler" Chicken Dinner including southern fried chicken with mashed potatoes and cole slaw for $6.99 from 2 to 10PM. Monday Katie’s features Chicken Piccata for $7.99 and the Tuesday special is a Burrito Grande, chicken or beef & beans in a flour tortilla covered with enchilada sauce & cheese with Spanish rice for $7.99. The specials on Monday through Saturday are served from 11AM to 10PM.
• CV Steak: Wednesday’s special is Beef Tenderloin Brochette with bell peppers, onions, cherry tomato and a spicy sweet and sour sauce. Thursday is the CV Steak Mix Grill, a combination of our Filet Mignon, a Dijon and molasses Marinated Pork Tenderloin Medallion and Herb Marinated Lamb Chop Steak.  This Friday’s special is Buffalo Tournedos; American Bison tenderloin filets grilled and finished with a red wine truffle demi.  Saturday nights CV Steak features Garlic Studded Prime Rib and the Sunday special is “Oscar Style” Fillet of Salmon with crab and Béarnaise sauce. CV Steak specials are served with fresh vegetable, choice of rice or potato – au gratin, baked, or a one-pound, twice-baked – tableside tossed salad and warm sourdough baguette.

Free Entertainment in the Cabaret Lounge

• Adam Donald tonight: Adam brings an upbeat and entertaining solo show with a heavy arsenal of songs mixing today’s hits with some old country favorites.
• Trippin' King Snakes Thursday through Saturday: Ev Musselman (guitar and vocals), Charlie Fecteau (bass) and Nick Fecteau (drums and vocals) are a popular northern Nevada trio of musicians playing an eclectic array of Rock, Blues, Funk, and Alternative Covers and originals.
• Henry & Terry Sunday and Monday: Henry Fisher & Terry Jayo offer an evening of Country, Western, Rock & Roll, R&B, Blues, Reggae, Jazz, and Soft Rock.
• Timothy Brown Tuesday and Wednesday: A fresh contemporary mix from a member of the group The New Crowns. 

Planning a Stay at the CVI? You will always get the best rate by booking directly with the Carson Valley Inn either online or by calling our Reservation Department directly at 775-783-6629 or 800-321-6983.

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