In support of providing funding for the rehabilitation, retraining, and/or retirement of thoroughbred horses that have raced in California, CARMA (California Retirement Management Account) will host its third annual charity Texas Hold ’Em tournament, Poker in Paradise, on Saturday, July 24, at 6pm, at the Hilton San Diego/Del Mar. Attendees will enjoy a tropical paradise theme with heavy appetizers and a special “CARMArita” margarita. Guests will mix and mingle with industry elite, including racehorse owners, trainers, jockeys, and celebrities with a heart for racehorses. A special opportunity drawing will take place with the chance to win an emerald-cut 1.13-carat cognac diamond from Prince Jewelers. Individual poker players enter into the tournament with a $200 donation. Corporate tables for ten players are available for a $3,500 donation. (626/574-6622, www.carma4horses.org)   JANE SHIOMI