Photos | 18th annual Poker Night raises record amount for Havens Elementary School

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Babak Sanii

The final table at the annual Havens Poker Night held on Jan. 9, 2026 in Veterans Hall.

Parent organizers of the annual Havens Poker Night said they raised a record-breaking $66,500 for Havens Elementary on Jan. 9. Players of all levels were welcome to participate; Patrice Fayet emerged as the night’s champion.

Patrice Fayet takes it all

Scenes from the night:

This year’s sponsors included: Robert Dorsey Catering, Alameda Pediatric Dentistry, Bay Area 100, Beer City Festival, BodyFit BFT, Corient, HDR Remodeling, Lisa Chan Carnazzo, Montclair Pediatric Dentistry, Meakins Law, Natural Green Cleaning Agency, Oakland United Beer, Piedmont Jiu Jitsu, and Arthur Mac’s (pizza).

  • Sponsor Arthur Mac provided pizza
  • Chef Robert Dorsey and his catering team

Havens Dads Club event organizers: Andrew Johnson, Kyle Killion, Ted Kinch, Mike Cvet, Babak Sanii, and Brandon Bercovich

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