July 1, 2005 What's Your Deal Celebrity poker is making a splash — but you don't have to be famous to get in the game. If there's a Benjamin burning a hole in your pocket and you've been looking for just the right tourney to get yourself started, we've got a suggestion. Tonight, The Bicycle Casino is hosting its Mini Series of Poker tournament. If it sounds like small potatoes, that's exactly the point. It's No-Limit Texas Hold-Em open to all comers. You'll drop $100 for the buy-in and the entry fee is $25. So how big is the take? During June The Bike held a few comparable tournaments. Last go round (June 16) over 500 people turned out on a Thursday night. The buy-in was $150 and the winner walked away with $14,435. Since tonight's not a school night and the buy-in is even lower, expect a crowd. If you squint hard and tilt your head the right way it's just like Vegas — except for the preponderance of bad florescent lighting. A small price to pay for avoiding the 5-hour drive to Sin City. After all, The Bike's right off the 710, practically pedaling distance from downtown. There's not really any street parking so plan to pony up a hefty $1.50 for valet, payable on the way out. ...Which means you better have some money in your pockets when you leave. Mini Series of Poker The Bicycle Casino 7301 Eastern Avenue Bell Gardens, CA 90201 Tel: 562.806.4646