September is a great time to learn, play, and build your confidence at the American Mah Jongg table!
Whether you’re brand new to the game, looking for more opportunities to play, or ready to sharpen your strategy, Mahj Mind has something for you this month. From American Mah Jongg classes and guided play to open play and strategy workshops, there are plenty of ways to keep learning and enjoying the game.
Ready to join me at the table? Check out the September schedule and save your spot!
And if you know someone who has been saying, “I’ve always wanted to learn Mah Jongg,” or a friend who is looking for a welcoming place to learn and play, please share Mahj Mind with them. A personal recommendation is one of the best ways to grow our Mah Jongg community!
Learn American Mah Jongg
September 11 & 18 | Friday Mornings
Holland Community Center
Have you been wanting to learn American Mah Jongg but haven’t known where to start?
This two-class beginner series takes you through the essentials in a relaxed, hands-on setting. We’ll cover the tiles and suits, the NMJL card, basic gameplay, the Charleston, and table etiquette with plenty of time to practice what you’re learning.
September 23 & 30 | Wednesday Evenings
Holland Community Center
Another opportunity to learn American Mah Jongg and build a solid foundation for confident play. This series is a great fit for new players or anyone looking for a refresher before joining regular games.
Come Play!
Learning Mah Jongg is only part of the fun. The more you play, the more comfortable you become reading your cards, making decisions, and seeing how the game unfolds.
September 10 | Guided & Open Play
Desert Broom Library
Ready to put your skills into practice? Join us for American Mah Jongg Guided & Open Play. It’s a great way to get some playing time in, ask questions, and enjoy a few games with other Mah Jongg players.
September 22 | Guided Play
Holland Community Center
Know the basics but want a little extra support while you play?
Guided Play allows you to strengthen your skills, ask questions, think through strategy, and get more comfortable making decisions at the table, all while enjoying the social side of Mah Jongg.
September 25 | Open Play
Desert Broom Library
Join us for a fun and welcoming session of American Mahjong! It’s a chance to strategize, socialize, and maybe even win a few games.
Build Your Strategy
Once you know how to play, the next step is learning how to make better decisions with the tiles you’re dealt.
September 25 | Mah Jongg Strategy: Building a Better Hand
Holland Community Center
Once you understand the basics, the next question is: How do I make better decisions with the tiles I’m dealt? This strategy class focuses on evaluating your starting hand, identifying possibilities, and making choices that help your hand develop.
September 29 | Mah Jongg Charleston Strategy: Balancing Offense & Defense
Holland Community Center
The Charleston can set the direction for your entire hand. We’ll look at how to make more strategic passing decisions, recognize what your tiles are telling you, and balance building your hand with paying attention to what your opponents may be doing.
Find Your Place at the Table
There’s always something new to learn in American Mah Jongg.
Maybe you’re learning your first hand. Maybe you’re becoming more comfortable with the NMJL card. Maybe you’re ready to improve your Charleston decisions or become a more strategic player.
You don’t have to know it all at once. Learn a little more, play, and keep building from there.
Join me at the table this September!
Register for a class. Come to an open play. Invite a friend.
And if you’ve enjoyed learning and playing with Mahj Mind, please share a class or open play with someone who might enjoy it too.
Your referrals help introduce more people to this wonderful game and continue to build a welcoming Mah Jongg community.
I hope to see you at the table!
Katie
Mahj Mind
Play smart. Have fun. Mahjong together.
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