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     Many people come to Atlantic City as a break from the stress of their daily lives. Well, Resorts just made it easier to relax and get pampered.

    A new Chinese massage spot opened in Resorts. It’s in the lobby near the boardwalk end, across from the Destination Club merch shop. It’s a lot nicer than the similar facilities you’ll find on the boardwalk or in malls, with a comfortable lobby and nice panels separating the treatment areas. For those of you smirking inwardly, this is totally legitimate massage.

   The good thing is, the going rates are the same as most joints in the mall or on the boardwalk. It costs about a dollar a minute to have someone work the stress out of those tired muscles. And even better news, you can use your comp dollars to pay for it.

From the retro nightclub that brought you “Roller Girl,” “The Streaker,” “Kung-Fu Joe,” and “Mr. Boogie,” Resorts Casino’s Boogie Nights announced it will host a model/talent/celebrity look-a-like search on Friday, August 21, 2009. The search will be conducted to find new members of the Boogie Nights entourage as well as to find models for the 2010 Boogie Nights Calendar.

“The current Boogie Nights characters have been vital to creating the club’s retro experience each and every night,” said Kathleen McSweeney, Senior Vice President of Marketing. “The addition of new characters at Boogie Nights will further enhance the experience for all. Boogie Nights is no ordinary nightclub, so we’re looking for extraordinary talent.”

In addition to discovering models for the calendar, Boogie Nights is looking to expand the character line-up in the club on Friday and Saturday nights. The winner of the talent/celebrity look a like search portion of the contest will be offered a gig at Boogie Nights as an entertainer and will also receive a page in the 2010 Boogie Nights Calendar. The event will be held from 10 pm to 12 midnight on Friday, August 21. Winners will be selected by a panel of local media figures as well as crowd participation. The winners of the event will be invited back to take their pictures for the 2010 Boogie Nights calendar. All winners will be invited back on Friday, September 25 for the 2010 Boogie Nights Calendar release party.

Participation in this contest is free. Those interested in participating can reserve their space by calling the Boogie Nights hotline at 609.340.7698 or by registering on the “Boogie Nights Character Search” discussion group on www.myresortscasino.com

Boogie Nights celebrates the music, style and pop culture of the 70s and 80s. Guests are treated to their favorite disco, pop and dance hits, spun by the hottest DJs in the area.  The light up dance floor, spectacular light show and giant video screens displaying music videos and visual imagery from the 70s and 80s set the retro mood and invite guests to hit the dance floor underneath the giant mirror ball.

Boogie Nights guests are transported to another place in time. Lava lamps, funky furniture, disco mannequins and other memorabilia are on display. Among the many characters at Boogie Nights, guests can expect to see Roller Girl zipping around on rollers skates, Mr. Boogie the Emcee, hula hoopers, celebrity impersonators, and the sexy Boogie Nights Dancers.

Boogie Nights is located on the Dining Level between The Ballroom and Capriccio. Doors open at 9 pm every Friday and Saturday.  Table reservations, VIP seating and bottle service available. To reserve a VIP table, customers can call the Boogie Nights Hotline at 609.340.7698.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – June 28, 2009 – Resorts Casino Hotel announced that it’s honoring Michael Jackson’s legacy at its Boogie Nights dance club, Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4. Michael Jackson’s music, which has been a mainstay on the musical landscape of Boogie Nights since its inception, will be celebrated all weekend.

Those who party at Boogie Nights will be treated to a Michael Jackson tribute, featuring his chart-topping hits and countless singles that hold a place in everyone’s heart. Party-goers will enjoy tracks from his impressive catalogue of songs, such as “Don’t Stop ’til You Get Enough,” “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’,” “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” “Thriller,” “Man in the Mirror” and so many more.

The ultimate performer, Michael Jackson began his career with his siblings in the Jackson 5. His talent propelled him into icon status and he went on to become a pop legend as a solo artist. Jackson’s hits span decades, and he netted 13 Grammy Awards and sold hundreds of millions of records. Who didn’t want to learn how to “Moonwalk?” His “Thriller” and “Beat It” jackets became fashion must-haves. Sporting a single glove and a voice that melded soul, R&B and pop, Michael Jackson leaves an irreplaceable void in the entertainment industry. Millions are mourning his loss.

ABOUT BOOGIE NIGHTS

Boogie Nights, one of Atlantic City’s hottest nightspots, is open every Friday and Saturday night beginning at 9pm.

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, spun by a live DJ. 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. 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.

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – June 22, 2009 – “You’ll continue to see what you’ve been hearing,” as Resorts Casino announces the line up at the Boogie Nights Rock and Pop Art Gallery for July 2009. The first feature – “The Classic Rock Art Show” – will be presented Fourth of July Weekend, July 3 through July 5. Following the Classic Rock Art Show, the Gallery will display work by Michael Godard, which will be showcased along side the work of rock photographer Mark Weiss, Saturday Nights, July 11, 18 and 25.  The month will be capped off with an exhibit displaying art featuring Grateful Dead front man Jerry Garcia.

The Boogie Nights Rock and Pop Art Gallery is located on the dinning level, next to Boogie Nights. Admission is free, with all work available for purchase.

“We opened the Boogie Nights Rock and Pop Art Gallery to give visitors of Atlantic City a value attraction, as well as to add another level of excitement to the property – both goals were certainly accomplished” said Kathleen McSweeney, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Resorts Casino. “With a diverse offering from classic rock to futuristic art, there’s something for everyone at the Gallery in July.”

The Classic Rock Art Show is a rare collection of original art, lithographs, photographs, handwritten song lyrics, concert posters, gold records, album art, animation drawings and more from the greatest rock artists of all time. The Classic Rock Art Show – presented by Classic Rock 103.7FM The Shark - will be on display Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 from2 p.m. to 12 Midnight and Sunday, July 5 from 12 noon to 6 pm.

Ron Campbell, director of legendary Saturday morning Beatles Cartoon series that aired on ABC from September 25, 1965 through April 20, 1969 and animator on the Beatles film Yellow Submarine will make a rare personal appearance at the “Classic Rock Art Show” at the Boogie Nights Rock & Pop Art Gallery. Ron will have many of his original Beatles paintings on sale created specially for this show as well as give attendees a live demonstration of his painting.The Classic Rock Art Show will also feature a special appearance by nationally known Rock concert poster designer Scotty C.  Scotty C will personalize his unique posters for Rock Art Show guests.  His designs include posters featuring Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Black Sabbath, Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton, Kiss, Pearl Jam, Doors, Stevie Ray Vaughan and more. More information on The Classic Rock Art Show is available at www.rockartshow.com.

Following the Classic Rock Art Show, the Boogie Nights Rock and Pop Art Gallery will showcase the works of Michael Godard along with rock photographer Mark Weiss. The Godard/Weiss exhibit will be displayed in the Gallery from 6pm to midnight, on Saturday July 11, 18 and 25.

Known as the “Rock Star of the Art World,” Michael Godard’s eye-catching art work includes Martini’s with animated olives, dancing strawberries, flaming dice, drunken grapes and playing cards. The colors are intense and the pictures are life-like, painted on black canvas, onlookers will find themselves mesmerized. For more information on Michael Godard, visit www.michaelgodard.com

From creating album covers to shooting portraits and touring the world with bands that topped the charts, Mark Weiss is one of the entertainment business’ go-to guys for capturing that distinct look. Weiss’ work includes intimate photos of rock superstars like Jon Bon Jovi, Ozzy, Gene Simmons, and the Rolling Stones, as well as pop culture icons like Jack Nicholson, Johnny Depp, and Drew Barrymore. For more information on Mark Weiss, visit at www.weissguygallery.com .

To cap the month, the Boogie Nights Rock and Pop Art Gallery will showcase a Jerry Garcia exhibit that will be sure to please any Grateful Dead fan. The Garcia items will be displayed in the Gallery Friday, July 31 from 9 pm to 12 midnight, and Saturday, August 1 from 6 pm to 12 midnight.

The Boogie Nights Rock and Pop Art Gallery was inspired by Boogie Nights, one of Atlantic City’s hottest nightspots. Boogie Nights is a nonstop dance party every Friday and Saturday night dedicated to bringing back the music, style and pop culture of the 70s and 80s.

Complementing the trip back in time is the specialty drink menu, which features cocktails with inspired names. Guests can expect to see Roller Girl zipping around on roller skates, a Michael Jackson look a like mingling with the crowd and the newest Boogie Nights Character “the Streaker”. 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.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – June 18, 2009 - Resorts Casino Hotel is adding a new game to its already action-packed casino. Get ready for Flop Poker, the latest in an exciting line of live Poker offerings at Resorts, set to launch Friday, June 26.

Easy to learn and fun to play, Flop Poker is a five-card game that pits players against a pay table. Players get paid for having a pair of jacks or better. Adding to the excitement is a bonus feature allowing for a second way to win: the highest-ranking poker hand on the table wins the entire table’s pot.

The game, which uses six cards and is played with a standard 52-card deck, provides nonstop action that card-lovers of all kinds will love. Plus, it’s fun for Poker enthusiasts and those new to the game. Like any Poker game, Flop Poker begins with an ante wager. Then players make a pot wager (the table minimum), after which they receive three cards. At this point the player can look at his or her card and decide whether or not to continue. Those who continue, place a flop wager (equal to the ante), those who don’t wish to continue must surrender their ante. However they will be able to keep their cards and play for the pot.

After all flop wagers are placed—and any forfeited ante wagers are collected—the dealer will expose the three community flop cards. Now players make their best five-card poker hand using their three cards and any two of the community FLOP cards. Players must have a pair of jacks or better to win the ante and flop wagers. The pot will be awarded to the highest-ranking poker hand on the table. Ante always pays 1 to 1.

Flop pays as follows:

Hand Payout Odds

Royal flush                    1000 to 1

Straight flush                 500 to 1

Four-of-a-kind               100 to 1

Full house                     30 to 1

Flush                            20 to 1

Straight                         10 to 1

Three-of-a-kind             4 to 1

Two pair                       2 to 1

Pair, jacks or better       1 to 1

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.

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.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – May 12, 2009- Resorts Atlantic City Casino Hotel announced it will host an evening of mixed martial arts in the Superstar Theater, Saturday, May 30, 2009. This action-packed evening will be presented by the New Breed Fighters fight league. The fight card will feature 20 bouts, each scheduled for three, three-minute rounds. Fighters will square off inside a 24-foot caged hexagon that will be constructed inside the Superstar Theater. Fighters will use a variety of techniques, including jujitsu, boxing, wrestling, and kickboxing.

Five title fights will headline this fantastic fight card, led by a welterweight battle between Robbie “Flawless” Lawless, (4-1, Miletich Fighting Systems), and Jared ” Flash ” Gordon, (4-1, Rhino, N.Y. Fight Team). The trilogy continues as we will once and for all determine who is the BEST of the BEST.

Big Bad Kyle Weaver, (6-1), will be returning to defend his Super Heavyweight crown against Fight Factory’s fearless Dan “Bear” Hughes, (1-0). David McMahon, (6-1, X-Treme Miletich) will be defending his Light Heavyweight Title against Kyle Rigby, (3-2, AFS Team Asylum). Evan Chmielski, (3-2, X-Treme Miletich) will be challenging our Super Welterweight Champ, Ryan Vaccaro, (4-2, Jersey Fight Club/Triumph Wrestling).

And, in a fight for the vacant Cruiser Weight Title, Anton Burzin, (3-0, Rocco MMA) will put his knockout power on display against the very slick Kevan Salisbury, (2-0, Renzo Gracie, N.Y./ The Wat).

In addition, there will be 15 additional highly entertaining and competitive bouts. Featuring some of the finest fighters and teams the region has to offer. More than five hours of intense drama will unfold in this historic and inviting venue. For more information, visit www.newbreedfighters.tv

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – May 7, 2009 – Resorts Atlantic City Casino Hotel announced that five lucky players will win a pair of tickets to a VIP event featuring show business legend Dan Aykroyd on Saturday June 13, 2009. Each VIP attendee will get to meet and take pictures with Dan Aykroyd as well as receive a bottle of Crystal Head Vodka.

Cardholders can earn entries by earning one point on slot play or by playing table games for one hour. Entries can be earned from May 1 through June 13.  The drawing will be held on June 13 at 7 p.m. The party, which will be held in Resorts Ballroom located on the Dining Level, will begin at 10:30 p.m.

To enter the sweepstakes, players must be members of the Resorts Destinations Casino Club. Casino players can sign up for their Resorts Destination Casino Club cards at the promotions center located in casino. Members must be 21 or older.

Crystal Head vodka is quadruple distilled and filtered three times through charcoal followed by triple filtration over Herkimer crystals. This ‘Pure Spirit’, vodka is owned by Dan Aykroyd, who is known for his fascination with the invisible world, Crystal Head Vodka ties in with the story of the 13 Crystal Heads that have been unearthed at various times on our planet, from the Yucatan to Tibet. The Heads are believed to emit positive energy, good will and prosperity.

“Unlike most vodkas in today’s marketplace that use additives, glycol, citrus and sugar to improve smoothness and flavor, Crystal Head Vodka is a pure spirit with no additives. It is quadrupled distilled and filtered three times through charcoal followed by triple filtration over Herkimer crystals from one of the planets rarest deposits of close concentrated semi-precious stones,” says Aykroyd.

The lifesize skull bottle (750 ml)was designed by John Alexander and manufactured by master artisans in Milano’s Bruni Glass Company. For more information, and a complete video presentation by Aykroyd on Crystal Head Vodka, visit http://crystalheadvodka.com/ .

Dan Aykroyd has enjoyed a three decades long career in the entertainment business.

Dan was awarded a Doctorate in Literature (Honoris Causa) from Carleton University in 1997 for recognition of his Saturday Night Live writing and for thenine produced screenplays on which he shares co-writing credits - LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT, BLUES BROTHERS, SPIES LIKE US, DRAGNET,GHOSTBUSTERS, GHOSTBUSTERS 11, CONEHEADS, NOTHING BUT TROUBLE (VALKENVANIA), BLUES BROTHERS 11.

Dan Aykroyd is also a Grammy and an Oscar nominee. The Grammy nomination was for Best New Artist in 1979 for the triple platinum selling BRIEFCASE FULL OF BLUES record album which he recorded with his then partner John Belushi. In his persona as Elwood Blues he performs on eight CDs, with ten million units sold to date

The Oscar nomination was for his performance as Best Supporting Actor in the Best Picture of 1989 - Driving Miss Daisy. In total, the films with which Mr. Aykroyd has had principal associations have grossed close to one billion dollars worldwide box office. He was awarded an Emmy for his writing on the Saturday Night Live show starring Sissy Spacek.