NEW YORK, NY, August 06, 2011 (Press-News.org) The heat wave continues at Empire City at Yonkers Raceway throughout the month of August with a wide variety of promotions and activities that its patrons will find very "cool." From comedy showdowns between area firemen and policemen to live music and ladies specials to a Jackpot Jumble game to the World Driving Championship, it's a month filled with fun for everyone.
The World Driving Championship Final will be contested on Friday, August 5, with top harness drivers from 10 countries competing on Yonkers' historic half mile oval. Fans can enjoy free T-shirts and a Beer Garden with international beverages.
Mondays and Thursdays in August will be highlighted by the Jackpot Jumble Game Card with over $100,000 in cash and prizes. On those dates, Empire Club members can visit a Promotions Booth to receive two free Jackpot Jumble game cards. Members can also receive one additional game card for every 100 Empire points earned on Mondays and Thursdays. Additional game cards must be redeemed at a Promotions Booth on the day that they are earned.
Hosted by WHUD's Mike Bennett at Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway, the "Bravest vs. the Finest" will showcase selected local firefighters and police officers from across the region - from New York's five boroughs to Westchester and the Hudson Valley - who have what it takes to make people laugh. Qualifying rounds will take place on Aug. 11, 18 and 25, and the Final showdown will be held on September 8.
The popular "Young at Heart" series aimed at seniors 55 and up continues on Wednesdays, when Members receive a Young At Heart Gift Pack, which includes including $5 Free Play, Half Price Valet, and 10% off food and a free gift. Live bands performing noon and 2 p.m. shows as part of the program include "Beauty and the Grease" (Aug. 3), The New Yorkers (Aug. 10), The Chicklettes (Aug. 17), Peter Lawrence Orchestra (Aug. 24) and The Guss Hayes Band (Aug. 31).
On Tuesdays (Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30), female patrons will receive a "Lucky Ladies" Bonus Package, including a $7 Free Play, 10% off food Plus and Ladies Only 2-for-1 specialty drinks from 5-9 p.m. and Karaoke starting at 7:30 p.m. in the Entertainment Lounge.
About Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway
Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway features: 5,300 slot machines, dining in the Empire Terrace Restaurant, which overlooks the track for live harness racing, and the Lillian Russell Cafe, as well as a quick bite at the International Food Court and its wide-ranging menu. The multi-faceted Good Time Room is available for parties, benefits, weddings, and major events for up to 500.
Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway is located at 810 Yonkers Avenue (at Central Avenue) in Yonkers, New York, Westchester County, (I-87 to Exit 2). Empire City Casino is open seven days a week from 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM. For more information call 914.968.4200 or log onto http://www.empirecitygaming.com.
Bravest Vs. Finest Comedy Showdown, World Driving Championship Among Highlights Of Hot August Calendar At Empire City Casino At Yonkers Raceway
Free "Jackpot Jumble" Game For Empire Club Members On Mondays and Thursdays; "Young at Heart" Senior Wednesdays Feature Live Music
2011-08-06
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[Press-News.org] Bravest Vs. Finest Comedy Showdown, World Driving Championship Among Highlights Of Hot August Calendar At Empire City Casino At Yonkers RacewayFree "Jackpot Jumble" Game For Empire Club Members On Mondays and Thursdays; "Young at Heart" Senior Wednesdays Feature Live Music