{"id":226,"date":"2011-08-24T10:00:02","date_gmt":"2011-08-24T10:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/cleverduckmedia.com\/media\/wordpress\/poker-in-the-park\/"},"modified":"2011-08-24T10:00:02","modified_gmt":"2011-08-24T10:00:02","slug":"poker-in-the-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaming-awards.com\/NEWS\/poker-in-the-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Poker in the park"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><txp:image id=\"178\" \/><\/p>\n<p>POKER players will be in their element during Poker in the Park V; it takes place on 2-3 September 2011 in Hanover Square. An estimated 20,000 eager visitors are expected to show off and showcase their poker skills with like-minded gamers. As the fifth event, organisors are promising it to be grander and more extravagant than previous years.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s free of charge so everyone who wishes can attend. According to the Festival website the new stage will be very busy. Organisers have announced that the main stage at this year\u2019s Poker in the Park will offer an eclectic mix of entertainment, with live music, card manipulation, comedy, heads up poker, chess exhibitions, and culminate with the second annual British Poker Awards.<\/p>\n<p>The Swinging Little Big Band, one of the UK\u2019s most exciting live acts, will be belting out Rat Pack style jazz, while an array of magicians and \u201ccard ninjas\u201d will be wowing the crowds with their card manipulation. Amongst other acts in the line-up will be chess experts Malcolm Pein and Simon Williams, International Master and Grand Master, respectively, showcasing their speed chess skills and taking on multiple players at once. Members of the public will also have the chance to play heads up against celebrity poker players.<\/p>\n<p>Major online gambling operators are sponsoring this great time. Strategy sessions are available for those who want to hone their skills. 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