The Mahjong Society Mahjong 101 (rotating venues)
AmericanVerified Aug 2026
Beginner-friendly American mahjong 101 pop-ups around Chicago. Instructors teach tiles, basic gameplay, and first hands. Private in-home lessons for groups of 4-12 also offered.
Source: The Mahjong Society
- Lesson
- American
- When
- Recurring beginner classes at rotating Chicago venues. Next listed: Monday August 31, 2026, 6:30-9:00 PM at ERIS Brewery and Cider House; Wednesday September 9 at One Lake Brewing (Oak Park); Wednesday September 16, 6:30-9:00 PM at Dovetail Brewery; Monday September 28, 5:30-8:00 PM at Miru / St. Regis; more dates through December.
- Where
- Rotating partner venues (ERIS, Dovetail, Sushi-San, One Lake Brewing, Miru, and others)
- Cost
- Recent tickets $85-$100 and typically include a 2026 NMJL card plus a drink or food item; ERIS Aug 31 is $85; Miru Sept 28 is $90; Sushi-San Dec 15 is $100
- Level
- Beginner; no prior experience needed
- Host
- The Mahjong Society (founded by Alyssa Gross)