Join us for a fun night of celebration and virtual poker as we go
“All In for Imagina!”

Funds raised from our charity poker event will go to support Imagina’s children’s technology programs.

You can play with your friends up to 8 per table or
be randomly placed depending on your skill level.

There will be 3 lucky winners!
(Randomly selected from each table’s champion)


REQUIREMENTS

1. Accessibility to Zoom to socialize (iOS, Android and Desktop)
2. Separate device for the Pokerrrr 2 App to play (iOS and Android Devices)
Make sure you have a strong internet connection

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EVERY FULL TABLE WILL FUND:

  • – One Robotics kit or,
  • – Half the cost of a new laptop or,
  • – 20 Robotics Scholarships

If you can’t participate but would like to make a donation:

SET UP THE APP
Before the game day you need to download Pokerrrr 2

Tutorials

If you would like to practice, we will be hosting a training session one hour before the event begins. We will be answering questions and helping with any technical issues with the app.

GAME NIGHT
October 3, 2020 7:00 PM

Q1. How do I register?
A.     Just fill out the form above and make your donation. After that you will receive a confirmation email with  instructions.

Q2. Do I have to know how to play poker?
A.     We will create tables based on skill level for everyone’s enjoyment. You do not have to be an expert poker player by any means, but if you have a general knowledge of how to play and the variety of hands you can have, you and those at your table will likely enjoy the game more.

Q3. What kind of Poker are we playing?
A.     Texas Hold’em Poker.

Q4. Where can I learn how to play poker?
A.     If you do not know how to play poker and would like to learn, we recommend you click on the following link that has a brief introductory tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8dqu_aVQk8.
For a more in depth tutorial  click on the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpzTNaGqsuY.
Find the poker hand rankings (printable document) at the end of this section.

Q5. Can I practice before the event?
A.     Yes! The day of the event you can join the zoom meeting one hour earlier. We will answer any questions you have, brush up on poker playing, help you test the app and troubleshoot technological issues. You are also welcome to play with friends beforehand.

Q6. Can I play with my friends?
A.     Of course! In the registration form there will be a field or section where you can request to be put in a table with your friends. We will process that request and place you in the same table.

Q7. What if I will be participating on my own without a group of friends
A.     That’s okay! Simply indicate your skill level on the registration form and we will place you in a table with players of similar skill.

  Q8. Can I download the app on my Android or iPhone ?
A.     Yes, you can. The Pokerrrr 2 app is compatible and available for download on iPhone and Android devices. All you need to do is go to the App Store or Google Play Store and search for the “Pokerrrr 2” app and click “Get” or “Download”. This app will pop up twice,  they are both the same. We have a tutorial for you to watch. Go to the tutorial section at the beginning of this page.

Q9. Can I get the app on the Microsoft app store?
A.     Unfortunately the Microsoft app store does not support it.

Q10. Which device do I use for the app, and which one do I use for the Zoom meeting?
A.     To download and use the Pokerrrr 2 app, you can only use Android or Apple smartphones or tablets. To connect and use Zoom, you can use any smart devices including your computer, smartphone or tablet of any brand.

Q11. Are there tutorials on how to download the app?
A.     Yes, there is a tutorial on how to download the Pokerrrr 2 app, how to register within the Pokerrrr 2 app, how to join a game within the Pokerrrr 2 app and help with the gestures. You can either visit our Tutorial tabs in this page, or view them directly on YouTube by clicking following link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2QsroCd01w&list=PLONHLHo8AH6xw8vgEVyKbxVMShUBZF6ag&index=2&t=0s

Q12. When will I get the zoom invitation? For the lobby and/or for the table?
A.     You will get an email with the Zoom meeting invitation for the lobby a few days before the event.  The Zoom link for the table will be provided during the event once you are “in” the lobby. You can socialize with friends in the Zoom lobby and then of course at your Zoom table during your game! 

Q13. How do I join the Zoom lobby?
A.     All you have to do is click on the lobby Zoom link that will be emailed to you prior to the event or you can click on the link provided above on this page.

Q14. What if I accidentally exit out of the Zoom table?
A.     Do not worry. You simply click on your table’s Zoom link to join in again, or go back to the Zoom lobby where we can help you.

Q17. Do I have to have a Zoom account?
A.     No, you don’t. You will only click on the link that we will provide. 

Q18. How many chips will I get to play with?
A.     With your initial donation of $60 you will get 600 chips to play with.

Q19. Can I buy extra chips once I’m playing?
A.    Absolutely! Everyone starts with 600 chips. If you run out of chips simply tell your table’s host that you would like to make another donation in exchange for a voucher. Vouchers are $30 that will get you 600 chips and you can buy as many vouchers as needed.

Q20. What if I forget the gestures to play while in the middle of the game?
A.     You can always access that information by clicking “?” on the right bottom of the screen.

Q21. Is there going to be support during the event?
A.     Yes, we will have the Imagina Zoom lobby open at all times during the event so any questions can be answered there. Also, your table host will be capable of answering any Zoom, Pokerrrr 2 app or gameplay related questions.

Q22. Will there be prizes?
A.     Yes! The winner of each table will enter a raffle to win one of three prizes. The player who has the most chips after two hours of gameplay will be declared the winner of their table.

Q23. How long we will be playing for?
A.    Gameplay will run for two hours. If your table is having too much fun your host can extend it! We will be announcing winners after the two hour window.