ACE to Host Poker Weekend

LOS ANGELES - ACE of California, the trade association for a number of California's adult nightclubs, and Crystal Casino will host the Ace Hight Adult Poker Party and Tournament Weekend on April 21 and 22 at Crystal Casino and Hotel in Los Angeles.

Organizers said that the weekend of Texas Hold 'Em poker tournaments and parties is sure to bring adult starlets and nightclub entertainers to Crystal to party with the attendees.

There will be two separate Texas Hold'em tournaments, Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22. Saturday's 5 p.m. event has an estimated prize pool of $135,000. A special VIP party will take place Saturday night with a DJ, dancing, hors d'oeuvres, free no-host bar and a special exhibition by some adult starlets. For those who don't play poker, there are separate tickets for the VIP party.

Sunday's 1 p.m. tournament has an estimated prize pool of $30,000 and is accompanied by a 3 p.m. meet and greet event with adult performers.

The Saturday tournament has a $390 entry and multi $100 re-buys, for the first three rounds. There's a $300 buy-in plus a $40 entry fee and tournament entry includes a buffet and a $50 discounted ticket to the VIP Party. Non-poker players can attend the VIP party for an advance price of $100.

Sunday's tournament has a $150 entry and multi $40 re-buys, for first three rounds. There's a $120 buy-in plus a $30 entry fee. A buffet is provided and tournament entry includes the 3 p.m. meet and greet event.

Ten percent of the proceeds from the event will benefit ACE of California. All poker players must be at least 21. All VIP party attendees must be at least 18.

Register for the tournaments or buy tickets for the VIP party at California ACE member nightclubs, or online at www.calace.org. Tournament registration and VIP party tickets are limited.

For further information, e-mail [email protected], or call (818) 230-2000.