Beginner Mahjong 102 & Guided Play at à la Main

Come play your favorite game, ask your questions, and join our mahjong community in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere! Come mahj with us! Lisa from Blue Tiger Mahj Club will be on hand to help you continue to practice the game and answer all of your American mahjong questions. We will be sure to cover all sections of the NMJL card and go more in depth on the Charleston. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you get your mahj-on in a relaxed, fun, & friendly atmosphere! ••• Please bring your National Mah Jongg League card if you have one ••• Note that this event is for players who have already taken Beginner Mahjong 101 or those who already know how to play American mahjong Ticket Price Includes (When you purchase a ticket, you are helping to support two small businesses! Thank you so much in advance!): • All mahjong game pieces, accessories, and teaching aids available for use during the event • Complementary coffee, herbal tea, and water • 10% off purchases from à la Main the day of the event Agenda 9:45 - 10:00am • Player arrival, get your drink, find a seat 10:00 - 10:30pm • Further discussion of the NMJL card, especially sections not covered in Mahj 101 10:30-12:30pm • Mahjong game play Players: Please finish up your final game at 12:30pm or earlier Looking for more ways to learn and play American mahjong? Visit my website at www.bluetigermahjclub.com to learn about all of my upcoming events, mahjong game supplies, and more! ------------------------------------------- About Lisa, Blue Tiger Mahj Club Founder & Instructor : I first entered the world of mahjong while living as an expat in Singapore some 15 years ago. What began as a social outlet quickly became a meaningful cultural experience. Immersed in a community deeply influenced by Chinese culture, I discovered that mahjong was far more than a pastime—it was a bridge to connection, history, and belonging. After returning to the US, I learned American mahjong with my mom and soon began teaching family and friends. As the game grew in popularity, I combined my passion for mahjong with my love for teaching, formally launching my business in 2024 to grow the mahjong community in the western Chicago suburbs. I have now taught over 3,500 students in our area! As a graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in teaching, I draw on my background as a teacher to make mahjong approachable and engaging. I carefully break down complex concepts into simple, step-by-step lessons that help students gain confidence and understanding. I believe anyone can learn and love this game! My mission is to bring people together through mahjong - building friendships and lifelong connections one tile at a time! 🩷🀄️ ------------------------------------------- Important Things to Note: **Due to limited capacity, all ticket sales are final. **Tickets are non-transferrable to another date and only tickets sold through this Eventbrite link will be honored. This is to protect you from scams. **Since this is a game where four players is best, please kindly inform us if you cannot attend 48hrs or more prior to event so we can attempt to find appropriate numbers of players.