American Mahjong Guide

American Mahjong in Newark

Clubs, lessons, and events near Newark, NJ — filter by beginner-friendly, free, lessons, open play, or social.

  • 2 clubs
  • 1 teacher
  • 6 upcoming events · next Sep 30

Good place to start

CASA Essex Mahjong

Says it welcomes beginners — Fall series: Sep 10, Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 3, 2026.

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Getting Started in Newark

New Jersey listings come from a community center and a teaching organizer. CASA Essex in Newark hosts a guided open-play series using National Mah Jongg League rules, welcoming newcomers and experienced players. Keep Mahjing On, run by Shanna Gottlieb, offers lessons and guided open play at cafes and studios across the state, including Montclair and Hoboken. Locations vary, so check each event's address before you go.

New to the game? Read What Is American Mahjong? and the Beginner Guide before your first visit.

Mahjong Clubs

2 clubs match these filters.

  • CASA Essex Mahjong

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    CASA Essex publishes a four-date fall series of guided open-play American Mahjong using NMJL rules; newcomers and experienced players are welcome.

    Fall series: Sep 10, Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 3, 2026.

    Visit CASA Essex Mahjong's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

  • Keep Mahjing On

    Beginner FriendlyLessons AvailableOpen PlaySocial

    Keep Mahjing On is an American Mahjong lessons/open-play/community organizer serving New Jersey; its official site identifies American Mahjong and NMJL-based instruction.

    Public lessons, guided open play and community events throughout New Jersey.

    Visit Keep Mahjing On's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

American Mahjong Lessons

  • Shanna Gottlieb

    Private LessonsGroup Lessons

    Owner/instructor of Keep Mahjing On. Official site identifies her as teaching American Mahjong and lists public lessons, open play and community events using the NMJL card.

    Visit Shanna Gottlieb's website

    Verified Sep 2026 · Source

Upcoming Events

  • Guided Open Play at Java in MontclairSep 30
  • Spooky Tiles & Wicked WinsOct 8
  • Foundations of American MahjongOct 15
  • Mahjong at Mojo HobokenOct 22
  • Grateful for the GameNov 12
  • Winter WonderlandDec 3