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Mahjong at the Library

2025-10-07 18:00:00 2025-10-07 19:30:00 America/New_York Mahjong at the Library with Mahjongista Jara Radom Maplewood Memorial Library -

Tuesday, October 07
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-07 18:00:00 2025-10-07 19:30:00 America/New_York Mahjong at the Library with Mahjongista Jara Radom Maplewood Memorial Library -

with Mahjongista Jara Radom

Mahjong at the Maplewood Library with Jara Radom

Tuesdays, October 7, 14, 21 and 28

6:00 pm at Main Library

Class size is limited. Registration and a Maplewood Library card are required.
Registrants must attend all 4 classes

Maplewood resident and co-founder of Mahjongistas, Jara Radom, invites you to discover the joy and strategy of American Mahjong. What began as a spark of inspiration to bring the game closer to home has since grown into one of Maplewood and South Orange’s most vibrant new social experiences, connecting local women through play, laughter, and community.

This four-lesson series is designed for beginners, offering a welcoming introduction to the game. Jara, a trained Mahjong teacher, will guide participants through the fundamentals: from understanding the tiles and National Mah Jongg League card to building confidence in recognizing hands and developing strategies.

Whether you’re brand new to Mahjong or simply curious to learn, these classes provide the perfect chance to pick up a new skill, meet neighbors, and connect over this centuries-old game of skill and luck.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Games and Comics |

Maplewood Memorial Library

Phone: 973-762-1688

Hours
Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 Closed

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Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
with Mahjongista Jara Radom

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