There is no losing at Blue Line Arts’ second annual All in for the Arts charity poker tournament on August 27. No matter who takes home the “bigger, better” grand prize, the moral satisfaction is unanimous after participating in an event that benefits a cause like education. Blue Line Arts Education Director Katie Curler saw a growing market last year for fund-raiser poker tournaments and a need for fund-raising in the nonprofit’s youth education programs, which compelled her to host one of the nonprofit’s own. Players of all skill levels and spectators are encouraged to participate in the tournament to benefit its cause. This low-stakes, high-energy and communally beneficial event offers attendees (21 and older) a night of Scotch tasting, a cigar bar, pizza, dessert and friendly competition—all in the name of charity. “This event is [also] important to sponsors, because they’re helping make arts education possible to underserved youth.” Early bird tournament tickets are on sale for $115, but will increase to $125 on August 5; spectator tickets are $20. For more info, visit this link.

By Samuel Mailey