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ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – May 29, 2009 – Months after making its foray into Facebook, the wildly popular social networking site, Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City announced that it’s launching its own social online community, a site titled myresortscasino.com. Resorts is first among its competitors to create a customized site that takes interactivity and social networking to the next level.

“As discussed at the Gaming Expo held earlier this month in Atlantic City, Social Networking is the future of communication. Recognizing this evolution, we are taking an industry lead in a new communication vehicle,” said Kathleen McSweeney, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Resorts. “Staying ahead of business trends–especially cutting-edge ones–is the approach we need to take in today’s market. Offering more ways for our guests to take an active role in the goings-on at Resorts engages them and lets them know we value their feedback and opinion. Many others are on Facebook and Twitter, but we saw an opportunity to take things to the next level.”

Myresortscasino.com seamlessly integrates with the aforementioned social sites. But these sites will all link to myresortscasino.com, and therein lies the difference. The site is customized and completely interactive. Rather than static web pages, myresortscasino.com allows existing customers to join discussion groups, comment on blogs, upload video and participate in other enhanced activities. For example, if a customer is a fan of Resorts’ restaurants, he or she can create or join a group to discuss the dining scene at Resorts with other foodies. Those who frequent Boogie Nights can upload photos of themselves with friends and the Boogie Nights characters, as well as comments chronicling their experiences at the Atlantic City hotspot.

New and potential customers can learn about Resorts from people who experience first-hand all that the casino has to offer. They can watch uploaded video and read blogs and discussions as a way to virtually visit the casino before physically arriving.

“Myresortscasino.com is a site for sharing your experiences at Resorts, and for learning about other people’s experiences,” said McSweeney. “And there’s no stronger way of advertising than true testimonial, word-of-mouth messaging. And that’s exactly what this site provides.”

In addition to commenting, discussing and sharing photos and videos, visitors to myresortscasino.com will be the first to find out about special offers and coupons and the latest entertainment updates. As a bonus, there is a contest to kick off the launch of the site. The member who invites the most friends by June 12, 2009 will win a complimentary dinner for two at Resorts’ new Beachball Seafood House and free admission for two to its Boogie Nights 70s and 80s Dance Club.

To join this social networking site, participants should visit www.myresortscasino.com and complete the brief entry fields. Participants are also encouraged to follow Resorts on twitter at www.twitter.com/resortscasino and find Resorts on Facebook.

   Just because it’s past Memorial Day doesn’t mean you can’t get good deals getting to Atlantic City and having fun once you’re here.

   First of all, it will be cheaper to get here on the ACES train from New York and Newark. The one-way fare from New York will be $29 on all trains from June 1 through July 5. It’s still a little pricier than the Greyhound bus, but it’s a lot more comfortable.

   And once you’re here, you’ll have to eat. A few area restaurants are offering incentives for you to pick their establishment over the competition.

   Starting June 1, The Palm in The Quarter at the Tropicana is offering a lobster dinner for two for $90. It comes with a 4-pound Nova Scotia lobster, choice of salad for each person and a shared side dish. It’s a nice and affordable way to celebrate a romantic occasion or a big score in the casinos. The promotion runs all summer long.

   If you’re willing to leave Atlantic City and head south to Cape May County, Ocean City and Cape May are holding restaurant weeks. They’re capitalizing on the success of the Atlantic City event in early March.

   Ocean City’s extravaganza starts today and runs for 11 days. There are 34 participating eateries, offering a three-course lunch for $10.09 and a dinner for $20.09. Kids can eat for $5.99. Ocean City is a dry town, so you can’t have wine or beer with your dinner, and you’re not allowed to bring your own, but the deals are good. Log on to www.eatinOCNJ.com for details.

   Cape May is a little fancier, and further from Atlantic City. More than 50 restaurants are in on the deal to offer three-course dinners for a maximum price of $35.09 per person. Casual eateries will offer $22.09 dinners. This starts Sunday and runs through June 7. Logon to www.cmrestaurantweek.com for details.

   The Memorial Day weekend has started, and cars are streaming into town. That means crowded casinos, lots of people on the boardwalk and the beach bars are open. The ocean is still pretty cold, but should warm up in another month or so. Don’t forget to take a dip while you’re in town.

   In general news, a state senator and former Atlantic City mayor is talking about easing restrictions on gaming in Atlantic City. One thing he’s suggesting is allowing casino-hotels with as few as 250 or 300 rooms. Some fear the “boutique casinos” could lend a cheesy feeling to Atlantic City, while others like the idea. Some of my favorite places in Vegas are the smaller ones, so I’m in favor of it as long as there are standards to make sure they don’t turn into grind joints.

   Caesars is having another promotion next weekend, and it appears to be a good one. Play May 29 and 30 and earn gift cards to Brookstone. Conveniently, you can spend them in the store on the Pier at Caesars. From the signs I saw on the property last weekend, the deal is pretty good. Earn just 100 base Total Rewards credits, and get a $25 gift card. Earn 250 credits for a $50 card, and so forth. It’s an easy way to earn a gift for dad or grad, or maybe a treat for yourself.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Let’s toast to another first for Atlantic City. Harrah’s Entertainment, in cooperation with the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority, will host the 2009 TD Bank Atlantic City Food & Wine Festival July 30 through August 2, 2009.

The Festival promises to be the premier event of Atlantic City’s summer season with four days of events, tastings and celebrity appearances. Chefs from the Food Network and Bravo will host, demonstrate, mix and mingle with guests at more than 20 events filling the schedule throughout the weekend.

This culinary spectacular presented by TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, and benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure features a variety of events ranging from gourmet pizza and wine tastings to small group chef demonstrations from the likes of Emeril Lagasse, Tom Colicchio, Duff Goldman, Ted Allen and Ingrid Hoffman. Among the most anticipated events is an intimate dinner with Food Network star chef Guy Fieri as he demonstrates how to prepare a family style dinner.

Each event location is tailored to the audience in various Harrah’s Entertainment owned resort locations. Top Chef’s Tom Colicchio uncorks select wine tastings at The Pool at Harrah’s Resort. Emeril Lagasse teaches his famous Cajun cooking at Showboat. Guy Fieri, along with the Phillips Seafood team, creates a summertime clambake in the historic Dennis Courtyard at Bally’s on the world famous Atlantic City Boardwalk.

Other events include:

• Cooking Lessons with Emeril Lagasse, Guy Fieri, Tom Colicchio and Ingrid Hoffman
• Malibu Rum Beach Soirée with Celebrity Chefs
• Feast of Fieri hosted by Guy Fieri
• House of Blues After Party presented by Crystal Head and hosted by Tom Colicchio
• A California Wine Tour hosted by Ted Allen
• The Glenlivet Cigar and Whiskey Lounge
• The Beer Garden hosted by Trinity Irish Pub & Carvery and Game On! at The Pier Shops at Caesars Atlantic City
• The Art of Fondue presented by The Melting Pot and hosted by Ingrid Hoffmann
• Rooftop Dinner and a Movie hosted by Ingrid Hoffmann
• Gospel Brunch hosted by Duff Goldman

TD Bank Atlantic City Food & Wine Festival attendees will get an even tastier deal with special offers and discounts at participating restaurants throughout South Jersey.

In support of Susan G. Komen for the Cure^® Central and South Jersey Affiliate, the TD Bank Atlantic City Food & Wine Festival will also offer a limited number of $2,000 “Pink Ribbon” packages to those who want to experience the inaugural event like a VIP. Included in this package is an all-access pass to over 15 events featuring all of the celebrity chefs, commemorative gifts, VIP early access to the Pool tasting events, and free entry into the 2009 Central and South Jersey Race for the Cure. As the main benefactor of the festival, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure^® Central and South Jersey Affiliate will receive $1,000 for each of the “Pink Ribbon” packages sold.

Tickets for this must see event will go on sale Saturday, April 25. A complete listing of the TD Bank Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival events, ticket information and celebrity appearances can be found at www.acfoodandwine.com.

Atlantic City, NJ (May 20, 2009) – Celebrated chef Stephen Kalt will join Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa’s roster of acclaimed culinary talent with the summer 2009 opening of his Italian restaurant concept, Fornelletto. Further strengthening Borgata’s position as a leading dining destination on the East Coast, Fornelletto will combine the experience of both an enoteca and an osteria, offering traditional, regional Italian fare prepared with only the finest, freshest ingredients, a hallmark of Kalt’s cuisine. Fornelletto will appeal to a broad range of tastes by offering an array of dining options from quick casual bites to relaxed, multi-course meals, all served in a lively, inviting atmosphere. Adjacent to Fornelletto, Kalt will also open Roma, a fast-casual café offering pizzas, pastas and panini, that places the same emphasis on top-quality ingredients and service.

Bringing more than 30 years of experience to Borgata, Kalt has received critical acclaim for his culinary concepts throughout the country. In 2004, Kalt was tapped to be Executive Chef of Wynn Las Vegas restaurant, Corsa Cucina where he received acclaim for his Mediterranean-inflected modern Italian menu. Prior to opening his celebrated restaurant at Wynn, Kalt garnered national recognition as the co-creator and chef of the celebrated Mediterranean restaurant Spartina in New York City. During its reign, Spartina was named “Top 5 Neighborhood Restaurants in New York” by Food & Wine magazine and earned two stars from the New York Times.

“I received much of my culinary education working in some of the greatest kitchens on the East Coast, and I am excited to return with the opening of Fornelletto,” said Kalt, Chef/Partner of Fornelletto. “Borgata has become a true culinary destination within Atlantic City and I look forward to adding Fornelletto to the property’s esteemed Restaurant Collection.”

Kalt’s menu at Fornelletto is inspired by his time living in and traveling throughout Italy. With traditional, regionally influenced cuisine, Fornelletto will offer simply prepared dishes that use only the finest ingredients. The menu will also highlight Neapolitan specialties that are rooted in bold flavors and locally sourced products. Guests with more adventurous palates looking to explore new flavor profiles can enjoy Kalt’s inspired use of rare ingredients such as Mangalista pigs and sea beans grown in Oregon. While the menu is comprised of authentic Italian specialties, Kalt will also offer some traditional Italian-American options that are guaranteed to be crowd pleasers.

Highlights of Fornelletto’s menu include a fresh Mozzarella Bar serving flavorful varieties of handmade mozzarella paired with salumi and fresh sautéed vegetables; chilled and hot antipastas; a variety of Sfusi such as Aroncini with Veal ragu; Neapolitan pizzas including the Prosciutto di Parma with fresh Arugula; signature house-made pasta dishes like the Neopolitan Carbonara with Spaghetti, Bacon and Fried Hen’s Egg; fresh Pesce options such as Diver Scallops with Grilled Radicchio and Pancetta; and perfectly prepared Carne selections, including the 16 Hour Lamb with Pencil Asparagus, Sea Beans, Polenta and Mint Sugo.

Kalt will work closely with Borgata’s Executive Pastry Chef Thaddeus Dubois, who previously served as the former White House Pastry Chef. Together, they will create homemade gelati and sorbets along with other traditional Italian desserts including Fresh Peach Crostata, Bombolino filled with Chocolate Pastry Cream and Raspberry Jam, and the ever-popular Tiramisu. Kalt will also collaborate with Anjoleena Griffin-Holst, the property’s Wine Director, to incorporate a selection of regionally-based wines that also maintain a great commitment to value. Fornelletto’s wine list will feature a “50 Under $50” section, reflecting the restaurant’s desire to accommodate all guests’ palates and price points, whether ordering wine by the glass, cortinos or full bottles.

Roma, the restaurant’s café concept, will serve thin-crust Neapolitan pizza, handmade pasta, perfectly grilled Panini, fresh salads, aromatic espresso and delicious Italian pastries. Roma will remain open from breakfast until late at night, welcoming diners throughout the day. While Roma is meant for diners on-the-go, every item on the menu will be prepared with the same high quality ingredients as at Fornelletto. Many of these ingredients, such as hand-turned artichokes, are not typically found in more casual restaurants.

Kalt will join Borgata’s stellar roster of chefs and restaurants including Wolfgang Puck (Wolfgang Puck American Grille), Bobby Flay (Bobby Flay Steak), Michael Mina (SeaBlue, A Michael Mina Restaurant), Michael Schulson (Izakaya – A Modern Japanese Pub), Geoffrey Zakarian (The Water Club by Borgata) and restaurateurs Marc and Greg Sherry (Old Homestead Steak House). Fornelletto and Roma will be the sole Italian properties in the Restaurant Collection.

For more information on Borgata, please visit www.theborgata.com or call 1 (866) 692-6742

The New Jersey Lottery’s Pick-6 jackpot is up to $20 million. So I decided to take part of my lunch hour to walk a half-mile or so to the store, get some exercise on a nice spring day and buy a ticket.

OK, I know the lottery isn’t the best bet. But with the jackpot at $20 million and the odds against hitting it about 9 million-to-1, I figured it’s a fair bet, even though the odds against hitting are astronomical. Besides, I get some enjoyment daydreaming about what I’d do with that kind of money. Throw my own farewell party for the job and not invite the bosses, switch from quarter to dollar video poker and get treated like royalty, help out some worthy causes. But I digress.

I went into the store, and the man in front of me in line was steaming up the lottery machine big time. He handed the clerk a big stack of old tickets to duplicate, and a couple of cards with his Pick 6 numbers on them. All told, he spent $89 on lottery tickets.

I exchanged glances with the man in line behind me.

“Oh well,” he said. “You can go to the casinos and lose $500 in one night, so why not do this?”

I said that New Jersey law requires the slot machines in Atlantic City to pay back 83 percent of the money wagered, and most pay about 90 percent. On the other hand, the lottery keeps a full 50 percent of its bets. I didn’t even get into the fact that a skilled blackjack or video-poker player can cut the house advantage to half a percent.

“Oh, you know all the numbers,” he said.

I bought my one ticket, picked up my lunch at another shop, and headed back to work.

On the walk back, I started thinking. This man in front of me must spend $89 on lottery tickets more than once a week. If he took that money to the casinos, he could play penny slots at 20-25 cents a spin and get several hours of entertainment out of it. On top of that, he would get all the free drinks he wanted. If he used a slot-club card, he might get a comped lunch out of the deal, and would certainly start getting offers in the mail. But he preferred to play the lottery.

But then, the same is true for casino patrons who play 6/5 Jacks or Better when there are 9/6 machines a few rows down. Or people who play blackjack games that pay 6-to-5 for a natural, when others pay 3-to-2.

At a seminar he gave a few years ago at the Borgata, Bob Dancer said it helps to be a math geek to be a winning video-poker player. I can see why. You don’t have to be a geek, but you do have to understand basic probability theory if you don’t want to get fleeced.

Fortunately for the casino industry and the state lottery, most Americans are math challenged. Otherwise, they’d never make money.

Now bone up on probability theory and don’t be one of their victims.

As some of you may know, the Delaware legislature voted last week to legalize sports betting in its racinos. The governor signed the legislation, and they say the sports books should be up and running in about three months. Delaware also said it plans to allow table games in the near future.

Good news for people who want to bet on sports, and do it legally. But some professional sports leagues have said they will try and stop it. It’s also good news for people who want to gamble in a smoke-free environment, as Delaware casinos forbid smoking by state law.

But it’s bad news for Atlantic City casinos, with revenues still spiraling downwards due to a recession and new competition in Pennsylvania. Sports betting and table games in Delaware will eat into Atlantic City’s customer base, and casino execs are running scared.

New Jersey blew its chance to allow sports betting back in 1993. The U.S. Congress passed a law that any state that did not allow sports betting by the end of 1993 could never have it. Nevada, of course, already had its sports books. Delaware and two other states were grandfathered in, because they had conducted some sort of sports lottery.

In order to become legal in New Jersey, the sports-betting question had to be placed on the ballot in the November 1993 election. The legislature, then controlled by the Republicans, did not act, and the window of opportunity was forever closed.

Now the state is talking about suing the federal government, saying the 1993 law is unconstitutional. Good luck! Even if they win in the long run, it will take years to work its way through the courts. In the meantime, the Delaware sports books will prosper.

If you ask my opinion, Atlantic City’s only hope is to clean itself up, both physically and politically, to make itself a desirable resort destination. Clean up the trash, clean up the slums, and for God’s sake, clean up City Hall. Two years ago, when fully one-third of the City Council went to prison for taking bribes, it made it clear to honest entrepreneurs that Atlantic City is not a place they want to do business. Get the crooks out of City Hall and make Atlantic City a good place to invest.

Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial kick off of Summer at the Jersey Shore, and there’s no better place to celebrate by heading over to the center of it all, The Beach Bar at Trump Plaza. Voted #13 of the 21 Sexiest Beach Bars in the world  by the Travel Channel, the Beach Bar will heat up your summer with sun, sand, sizzling entertainment and great food and drink specials. Whether you visit the Beach Bar during the day or at night, there will be plenty of fun for everyone beginning Friday, May 22 at 4 pm and continuing all through Memorial Day weekend with live entertainment including:

Friday, May 22
4 pm – 9 pm DJ ESQ
8 pm - midnight – M-80
9 pm – 2 am DJ Vito G

Saturday, May 23
2 pm - 6 pm –The Union
4 pm – 9 pm  – DJ Maria C
8 pm - 12 am – Don’t Call Me Francis
9 pm – 2 am -  DJ J-Red

Sunday, May 24
2 pm – 6 pm Candi Flyp
4 pm – 2 am DJ J-Red
8 pm -12 am – Big City

Monday, May 25 - MEMORIAL DAY
2 pm – 6 pm – Juliano Brothers
4 pm – 10 pm DJ ESQ
And, for all you “hot dogs” Trump Plaza Beach Bar is the place to be for the Regional Finals of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on Saturday, May 23 at 2 pm. The event is open to the public and the Grand Prize is a $1,000 trip voucher and a first place trophy

The winner of the qualifying round wins the right to compete in the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest which, according to archives, has occurred each July 4^th in Coney Island, NY since 1916. Don’t miss this food frenzy as competitors such as last year’s two-time champion Joey Chestnut and six-time champion Takeru Kobayashi battle it out for a slot to take the coveted “Mustard Belt” in Coney Island.

The Beach Bar will be open on weekends until June 12, when it will be open 7 days and nights a week, and include rockin’ live entertainment for all tastes, weekly specials, giveaways, promotions and more!

Monday is Locals Night, with $2.00 draft beers, no cover and Malibu Rum specials, and the Juliano Brothers, starting June 15.You can also enter to win a wave runner.  Tuesdays are perfect option for SIN on The Beach (Service Industry Night) with DJ Freezie and guest DJ’s beginning June 16. Bring your friends and enjoy $1.00 Taco’s, with Jose Cuervo Tequila and Corona specials. Wednesday is your chance to be a rock star with the Battle of the Bands hosted by DJ/emcee, Michael James, beginning June 17 and running ten weeks and offering Bacardi rum specials. Thursdays are back with the A.C. Idol Karaoke Competition featuring Eleven Eleven, beginning June 18 and  running for ten weeks. Check out our  Kettle One Vodka specials.

Weekends heat up with high energy bands and dancing, Bud and Bud Lime specials on Saturdays all day till 6 pm, with a chance to win a Wave Runner beginning June 13. Final drawing will be held September 5. Sundays offer Coors Lite Specials all day until 6 pm, live entertainment and the perfect venue to grab lunch and soak up the sun, while hanging out with friends.

Don’t forget “Thunder Over the Boardwalk,” on Wednesday, August 19, featuring performances by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the U.S. Army Golden Knights, to list a few. Atlantic City’s Annual Air Show will once again soar across our skies and the Beach Bar will once again be a prime location for viewing . The show begins at 10:30 am and continues throughout the day. And remember the Beach Bar is the place where all the Parrot heads visit when Jimmy Buffet rocks AC once again on August 23.

The Beach Bar is built on a huge deck just off the beach and Boardwalk with tables, lounge chairs and private gazebos to help you relax by the ocean while sipping on your favorite tropical drinks, ice cold beer and more. The Beach Bar always features a great crowd and a casual atmosphere. Try one of our newest creations, our special “Lucky #13″ Circo Vodka, 7up and a splash of Cranberry.

The Beach Bar’s full menu offers everything from flame-grilled burgers, Monterey grilled chicken sandwiches, salads, chili as well as new offerings like Beef tacos, Oyster Po Boy sandwich, sausage and peppers and more.

If you’re staying overnight at Trump Plaza, you can reserve your own private beach cabana, or rent beach chairs and umbrellas for your day in the sun on our white sand beaches. Guests can choose to rent the Gazebos and “The Party Pit” for private parties or special events.

You can make a weekend of it and book your Beach Bar Overnight Package – starting at $149* between June 16 now and September 3, to enjoy deluxe room accommodations,
admission for two to the Beach Bar, 2 complimentary beverages and a $20.00 food credit, as well as all summer fun and sun you can handle. (*Based on availability.)

Make your plans now. Whether you come for the afternoon, party into the night or even stay with us overnight, Trump Plaza and the Beach Bar will make the summer of 2009 the best one yet.

Talk about a fresh catch. Resorts Atlantic City announced the opening of the BeachBall Seafood House along with a completely updated menu that boasts the best in fresh seafood with unbeatable value. The restaurant, conveniently located right off the Boardwalk, is set to open every Friday through Sunday beginning Memorial Day Weekend.

“Resorts’ customers have come to expect the ultimate in quality and value,” said Kathleen McSweeney, Senior Vice President of Marketing. “With the increase in ’staycations’, the Jersey Shore is the perfect place to have fun without breaking the bank. Resorts is widely viewed as the premier place to get the real shore experience—including top-flight seafood at an excellent value.”

The popular casual eatery features tempting dishes to entice any seafood lover. Starters include Chesapeake Seafood Chowder and other homemade soups; crispy Calamari; Steamed Clams accompanied by Herb Butter; Old Bay-seasoned Shrimp. All of these are $10 or less. Those who crave the raw bar can also enjoy Clams or Oysters on the Half Shell. From Crabcakes to Fish & Chips to the Fried Seafood Combo to featured fish such as Grilled Grouper, the menu offers a wide variety of main dishes.

In addition to seafood, the Beachball Seafood House offers landlubbers a variety of options, including Grilled Southwest Chicken Salads, Turkey Club Sandwiches, Grilled Cheeseburgers and more. Dessert offerings include especially sweet treats like Apple Crisps, Cheesecakes and a sinfully delicious Molten Chocolate Chip Cookie given the royal treatment with ice cream and chocolate sauce.

The BeachBall Seafood House at Resorts Casino will be open Fridays from 6pm to 1a.m., Saturdays from 12 noon to 1 am, and Sundays from 12 noon to 7 p.m.

Come see what you’ve been hearing! Resorts Atlantic City announced the opening of the Boogie Nights Rock & Pop Art Gallery to complement the casino’s retro entertainment schedule and the wildly popular Boogie Nights nightclub. In addition to boasting ‘70s icons, classic rockers and ‘80s bands performing in the Superstar Theater, Resorts is enhancing that lineup using the power of art. Visitors to the Rock & Pop Art Gallery will enjoy music from the era of art displayed. Admission to the gallery is free, and all selections of prints and originals will be available for purchase.

The gallery, set to launch Saturday, May 30, will feature the art of Mark Weiss every Saturday night through June 27 from 6pm to midnight. The gallery will then feature the art from the Classic Rock Art Gallery, July 3 and July 4 from 2pm to midnight, and July 5 from noon to 6pm.

Weiss, one of the leading photographers in the music industry, has worked with megastars such as Gwen Stefani, Christina Aguilera, Lil Wayne, Mariah Carey, Rihanna and Justin Timberlake. But it’s the retro feel that makes much of Weiss’ work a perfect fit for Resorts. The public is invited to see first-hand Weiss’ early works including never before seen out takes from his infamous album cover BON JOVI “Slippery When Wet” as well as celebrating the 25th anniversary of the release of Marks first album cover TWISTED SISTER “Stay Hungry” along with other early works.

From creating album covers to shooting portraits and touring the world with bands that topped the charts, he is one of the entertainment business’ go-to guys for capturing that distinct look. Mark was hired to shoot  Peter Frampton  at his home in the late 70s’ by his publicist at the peak of Framptons’  career following up “Frampton Comes Alive” ; a portrait  of Jerry Garcia on a roof top in NYC and a hysterical studio photograph of Ozzy Osbourne wearing a pink tutu and cowboy boots ; Also on display will include the original VJs’ of MTV, Rick James, Madonna, Duran Duran,  Bret Michaels, Motley Crue, Kiss, Van Halen, Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen  — combined with his work with contemporary  artists, display not only Weiss’ depth as a photographer, but his ability to evolve with the ever-changing industry. Never one to limit himself, Weiss is also a presence on the Hollywood scene, having produced memorable images of icons such as Johnny Depp, Jack Nicholson, Drew Barrymore and Cheech & Chong. Weiss will be on hand on various occasions to chat about his work. The music that inspired many of Weiss’ works — especially those from the 1970s and 1980s — will be piped in to enhance the guest experience of viewing the art. For more information and preview of Mark Weiss’ work, visit www.markweissgallery.com .

Resorts’ summer entertainment lineup is ‘70s and ‘80s themed. The casino will host a private Crystal Head Vodka Party with special guest Dan Aykroyd on June 13; The Regeneration Tour, featuring ABC, Berlin, Wang Chung, and Cutting Crew on June 20; Boyz II Men on June 27; and Bad Company on July 4.

July 4th weekend, The Boogie Nights Rock & Pop Art Gallery will feature The Classic Rock Art Show – showcasing artists such as The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, The Doors and Bruce Springsteen -arrives just in time to coincide with rockers Bad Company. Classic Rock 103.7 FM The Shark, together with Resorts, presents this ultimate rock-lover’s exhibit, July 3 through July 5. The show tours the country boasting more than pieces of art — from handwritten song lyrics to gold records to limited edition lithographs to original drawings, photographs and paintings, and more. For more information and preview of the classic rock art show, visit www.rockartshow.com

Boogie Nights, one of Atlantic City’s hottest nightspots, is open every Friday and Saturday night. Boogie Nights is a nonstop dance party dedicated to bringing back the music, style and pop culture of the 70s and 80s. Guests are treated to their favorite disco, pop and dance hits, from ABBA to ZZ Top. A video wall displaying music videos and visual imagery from each era sets the mood and invites customers to hit the dance floor underneath the shimmering disco ball. Complementing the trip back in time is the specialty drink menu, which features cocktails with inspired names. From the “Miami Vice” to the “Donny Almond” to the “Jack Tripper,” the drink names make fun references to icons of the 70s and 80s. Guests can expect to see Roller Girl zipping around on roller skates or a Michael Jackson tribute artist mingling with the crowd. The authenticity of the surroundings, coupled with the visual imagery and live music, makes Boogie Nights a true retro dance party. Boogie Nights is located on the Dining Level between The Ballroom and Capriccio.