By: Chelse Melina
Posted In: Entertainment
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Maybe Mom and Dad wouldn’t encourage you to head down to the Jai Alai to make a few extra bucks. But, a college kid has gotta do what a college kid has gotta do. So, if money is a little tight right now, you might want to consider the gamble. If all else is lost, at least you’ll have fun and escape the ho-hum boredom of Thursday night television.
The Newport Grand Jai Alai, located on Admiral Kalbfus Rd., is open to adults 18 years of age and older. Complete with smoking and non-smoking gaming areas, the Newport Grand is full of 1 cent, 2 cents, 3 cents, 5 cents, 10 cents, 25 cents, 50 cents and for you high rollers, $1.00. If luck is on your side, the top prize for one single spin is $25,000. Some of the most popular casino slot machines can be found at the Newport Grand, such as Texas Tea, Lobster Mania, Monopoly, Wheel of Fortune and Double Diamond. And, of course, there is the Rhode Island classic: Rhode Island Red. In addition to video slot machines, there are live Simulcast televisions which broadcast live horse and greyhound dog racing. Bets can be placed on numerous races at once, allowing you to win, or lose, in just a few seconds. With a full grill menu and lots of snacks and drinks, there are plenty of options available to keep you satisfied and content while playing. For the native Rhode Islander, there is a wide array of seafood entrees, and for everyone else, there are plenty all-American alternatives. The Newport Grand Jai Alai is open from 10am-1am daily. Admission is free. Call 849-5000 for more details, or visit www.newportgrand.com.
