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CHINOOK WINDS It’s Happening at Chinook Winds.... by Teresa Miller Jay Leno Set to Haunt Chinook Winds Casino on Halloween Night The Tonight Show star Jay Leno is set to appear for two shows at Chinook Winds Casino on Halloween night, Saturday, October 31. His live comedy concert replaces Ray Charles who, due to a schedule conflict, had to move his Chinook Winds appearance to April 30 & May 1, 1999. Opening for Leno at both shows will be the Blenders, the popular a cappella singing sensation known for tight rhythms and soulful harmonies. In 1987, Leno was promoted as exclusive guest host for The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, and was later tapped as his successor when Carson retired in 1992. Since then, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno has won two Emmy Awards—for “Outstanding Comedy, Variety or Music Series” and “Outstanding Technical Direction.” Recognized as the Best Political Humorist by Washingtonian magazine, Leno has appeared in hundreds of comedy shows around the United States and traveled to the Middle East to entertain thousands of American military men and women. Despite his television success, Leno remains passionate in his commitment to live performance, doing regular dates in Las Vegas and special appearances throughout the nation. This is his first appearance at Chinook Winds Casino. The Blenders, comprised of four very talented young men from Fargo, North Dakota, will reprise their first Chinook Winds appearance where they wowed audiences last year with their mastery of the unaccompanied human voice. Their gleeful harmonies in performance of war horse favorites from the pop, rock and country repertoire have captivated audiences across the nation. Treat yourself to some Halloween sweetness and laughs with Jay Leno & the Blenders at Chinook Winds Casino, October 31. Tickets go on sale August 31 priced from $30 to $50. Performances are scheduled for 7&10pm. For tickets call 1-888-MAIN-ACT (624-6228) or Fred Meyer Fastixx 1 -800-992- T1XX (8499). Chinook Winds Events Schedule Concerts Oct. 31: Jay Leno (Main Act) The Blenders (opening act) 7&10pm $50 Gold Circle, $45, $40, & $30 Nov27&28: Gladys Knight Events Oct 29 - Nov 1: BCA Pool Tournament Nov. 14&15: LC Chamber Showcase Nov 19: LC Chamber Trade Show Nov 21: Restoration Pow Wow BINGO WILL BE CLOSED OCTOBER 31ST. -16- Oh, What a Knight! Gladys Knight Performs at Chinook Winds November 27 & 28 CHINOOK WINDS EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION For individuals interested in applying for employment at Chinook Winds, here’s the scoop: by Teresa Miller Chinook Winds Casino invites you to Benefits include competitive wages, a attend performances of legendary Soul/R&B comprehensive benefits package, 401 (K) plan, paid vacation, 7 days holiday premium pay, singer, Gladys Knight. promotion from within, free transportation With over 45 years of show business to her credit, Gladys Knight can relate to generation employee shuttle, wage increases based on merit, after generation of music lovers. Starting from training and development programs and a free the age of 4 singing Gospel in her local church, meal on your shift. The Hiring Procedure goes as follows: by the age of 7 she had won $2,000 on Ted Mack’s “Amateur Hour” national TV show. In First the advertisements for job openings are 1952, she became a founding member of The posted in all Tribal Area Offices, in-house bulletin Pips and nine years later, Gladys Knight & the boards, and local papers (if needed). After the Pips enjoyed their first hit record with “Every Beat applications are received, the managers/ supervisors review the applications for the of My Heart.” Chinook Winds is offering a “Knight” to positions in their department. Human Resources remember with two super performances then reviews the applications that have been November 27 & 28, one show nightly at 8 pm. selected and interviews are scheduled. The Tickets are $25 to $45, depending on seat managers/supervisors and Human Resources location. Obtain tickets by calling 1-888-MAIN- personnel then complete the interview, applicant ACT (624-6228) or Fred Meyer Fastixx 1 -SOO- rating form and telephone reference check. Finally, the manager/supervisor and Human 992- TIXX(8499). Resources personnel reach an agreement on who they believe are the most qualified applicants for the positions. After an individual has been offered a position, they must go through pre-employment drug screening. They then meet with the Siletz Tribal Gaming Commission and an application for a gaming license is completed and turned in. They are then finger printed, photographed and their application is signed in front of a notary. There is a one day wait for a low security position and an 11 day waiting period for a high security position. If the applicant’s gaming license is approved, the new employee must pay a fee (cost varies with the position) for the license. You may elect to have this fee taken out in payroll deductions or you can pay the Gaming Commission up front. Gaming licenses must be renewed annually at a lower fee. Job openings are posted in each area office as they become open, normally on a weekly basis. Contact your area office for timely information or call 1 -888 - CHINOOK and ask for the Human Resources Department. OSU Student Wins Dance Contest By Stephen Swanson SHA NA NA Have a Rock n’Roll Holiday with Sha Na Na on December 11 & 12 at Chinook Winds Casino. It was at Woodstock in 1969 followed by the Woodstock movie in 1970 that this be boppin’ a cappella group made its debut to the nation. Following those appearances, they be came the singing sensation synonymous with the 50’s. In 1978, Sha Na Na appeared a Johnny Casino and the Gamblers in the hit musical Grease, which was re-released in 1997, with the soundtrack of the movie putting the group at the top of the charts both times. The high energy performances of Sha Na Na bring the music and vitality of the 50’s to life. Concert times are 8 pm on Friday, Dec. 11 th; and 7 & 10 pm on Saturday, Dec. 12th. Ticket prices range from $ 10 to 320 depending on seat ing location. Obtain tickets by calling 1-888- MAIN-ACT (624-6228) or Fred Meyer Fastixx at 1-800-922-TIXX (8499). Oregon State University student Keith Hazleton and his partner, Heidelinda Loewy, a student at Thousand Oaks, California, found themselves $ 1,000 richer when they won the “Lindy Hop Dance Contest at Chinook Winds Casino. “The Lindy Hop is the new craze,” said Hazelton, a 1997 Corvallis High School graduate. “You’re seeing it on television commercials now.” Both dancers have only been dancing for about a year, but Hazleton and Loewy deny having any special talent for the art. After their surprise win, neither student is ready to quit school, but both say they will continue to dance. Congratulations to Tribal Member, Rod Ben, who has transferred to work as the Production Assistant in the Entertainment Department; and, to Tony Blomstrom, who has been promoted to Guest Services Supervisor!!
