San Manuel's Huge New Casino Will Open in January
"The new mission-style casino, which will open to the public on Jan. 28, 2005, will offer players more space, comfort, amenities and entertainment, casino managers said
"...This will be the second time tribe officials have needed to expand their operations due to high demand.
"...In order to accommodate the thousands of people who visit the casino each week, new and bigger playrooms have been created.
"The Yuhaviatam (People of the Pines) Room, with 2,500 seats, is the second largest of its kind in the country, according to casino managers.
"Located on the second floor, this bingo hall includes 12 60-inch plasma screens, a 100-inch projector and an automated jackpot system. With more than 45,000 square feet, the Yuhaviatam Room has enough space to create a non-smoking section.
"...Two thousand of the most innovative slot machines are available to players in denominations ranging from a nickel to $25 per game. Slot machines will be spread out along the main floor and in sections of the second floor.
"...For table gaming lovers, San Manuel offers Vegas-style blackjack, poker, mini baccarat, and Texas hold'em tables throughout the main and second floor.
"Poker lovers can enjoy playing in the non-smoking luxury room with high ceilings, chandeliers, and wood paneled walls and columns..."