Happy the High Roller Strikes a Pose in Mashantucket, CT

He's a strikingly unique character who's scored the attention of team members and customers alike.

Meet Happy the High Roller, a lively blackbowling pinwith gold bowlingshoes, white gloved hands, and full of character, who serves as the official mascot ofHigh RollersLuxury Lanes and Lounge.

While most pinsare 15 inches tall, have nine twins, and are seen at the end of a 60-foot alley; kingpin Happy, over four times the size of a typical bowling pin, walks alongside a model that joins him on his exciting adventures as he rolls throughTheWonder of It All.

While walking along the concourse, Happy excitedly explained "The casino is so big (eight million square feet), not everyone knows what's going on in every corner so guests are surprised to meet a giantbowling pinat the slots and tables, directing them towards another fun and swanky Foxwoods locale!"

Happy invites everyone to visit his extravaganthome; abeautiful35,000-square-foot facility featuring 20 bowling lanes alongside billiards, shuffleboard tables, video games, 60 high-definition TV's, a full service bar and award-winning dining.

Happy happily said that"No doubt I've surprised some folks, who may have never seen a giant blackbowling pinon the move! Some probably think they've had a little too much bubbly. Guests love to dance with me on the lanes,but no one can keep up with my'striking'moves!I'm often seen around Foxwoods, posing for pictures with equally-Happy fans and staffers. But I definitely need moreFacebook friends, who doesn't? Login and 'like' me by rolling over towww.facebook.com/pages/Happy-the-High-Roller/206971726009042!"

There is also no doubt that everyday Happy exceeds the Foxwoods Five Star Service Standards in providing excellent customer service, whether it's giving guests a warm welcome, telling them of various special events, wishing them good luck, or ensuring his pin stays clean and well-groomed.

On hisFacebookpage, he is photographed while he "celebrates special occasion's old-school, high roller style; horse races, lane-side dancing,pretty ladiesand a good boxing match."

Speaking of pretty ladies, Happy invites folks to join him for Tuesday Ladies Night at9 p.m. where women can bowl all night for $1 and everyone can enjoy martinis and signature drinks for $5.

"I like the ladies," Happy proclaimed, "but I'm the perfect gentleman, so keep your mind out of the gutter!"

Happy is quick to say, "You can't pin me down, but I always have a ball at High Rollers. It bowls me over. Ilivelife in the fast lane-- I'm on a roll."

While some can only knock down half the pins, Happy wants to ensure nobody feels left out so he hostshalf-off bowling, shoes, pizza, and draft beer duringHappy Hourweekdays from3 p.m. to 6 p.m., excluding holidays and special events.

Happy loves his puns and says, "I like any drink that comes in a bowl but I don't bowl myself. That would be pin-on-pin crime!"

While not served in a bowlbutat a steal of a price, Happy reminds everyone about the Kettle One Cocktails for $5, Kettle Red Bulls for $8, and Bud LightDrafts for $2 at Monday Service Industry Night starting at9 p.m. It's all you can bowl until 1 a.m. for $10 for industry and military members only. There is a four person minimum per lane and the price does not include shoes. Reservations are accepted but only held 15 minutes after reservation time.

Happy the High Roller admits he always gets ID'd but takes it as a compliment since "high rollers are kind of ageless, right? Like fine wine and that Dos Equis guy. Let's just say I'm definitely legal."

Those of legal age can enjoydraft beers for $3 as part of Craft Draft Sundays starting at9 p.m.Feel free to relax and enjoy your drinks at the 50-seat custom marble bar.

For folks looking to go all the way (finish a game with nothing but strikes), they should cometo All-You-Can-BowlWednesdays at 9 p.m. where for $20 they can bowl for four hours with a 2 person minimum and get half priced pizza. The price does not include shoes.

If the mood strikes for a blast from the past, come to Back to the Eighties Thursdays where there will be '80's music, '80's movies, and '80's pricing. You will feel like you went back in time like in the Back to the Future three movie series. Speaking of three, you might just some turkeys (three strikes in a row)!

On Sundays, it's all about the 8's so enjoy playing at one of the four beautifulBrunswickGold Crown billiards tables for only $1 a game until 8 p.m. and bring the kids eight years of age or younger for free bowling until 8 p.m.

Those who can bowl a perfect 300 game (with 12 strikes in a row), those who play a deuce (a 200 average) and less experienced bowlers who get a lot of grandma's teeth (an array of pins left standing), can find their honey (a good ball) at High Rollers Luxury Lanes and Lounge.

Located on the Grand Pequot Tower Mezzanine Level across fromDavid BurkePrime Steakhouse, they are rolling from Monday throughThursday 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.,Friday 3 p.m. to 2 a.m.,Saturday 12 p.m. to 2 a.m. andSunday 12 p.m. to 1 a.m.Itbecomes a 21-plus facility after7 p.m. and before 7 p.m.; those under 18 must be with an adult.

Don't forget to ask about the High Rollers Rewards Card. For every $100 spent, card holders will receive $10 back that can be used on their next visit. Roll on over to www.highrollersfoxwoods.comfor more information.

Next time you see Happy; don't be shy, step right up, shake his hand and ask to get your picture taken with the happiest bowling pin in the world.

Happy is "ready for his close-up" for television and "would ultimately like to be known as theEd McMahonof Foxwoods. When you see me coming, you know you're getting lucky!"