Thursday, September 17 at 5:30 PM

Learn to play Mahjong at the Villa. This class will be taught by "Professor Mahj" Amanda Macke.

This 101 class is an introduction to American Mahjong. In 101, Amanda will cover:

-Mahjong Tile Basics

-National Mahjong Rules and How to Read the Card

-Dealing / Game Setup

-The Charleston

-Time for game play

102 will be offered one week later-same day and time. Grab you tickets on our website. 

We'll have you ready for Open Play in no time!

Class Time: 2 hours, but we encourage you to come early to order food and wine, eat and socialize.

Price: $45 per person

Format: Social hour and food from 5:30-6:30 PM. Lessons followed by instuctor led-playing will start promptly at 6:30 PM.

Cards: Official game cards are published each year by the National American

Class Limit: 16 people per class; 4 people per table If you are signing up with friends, pleae indicate in the notes section and we will do our best to seat you together. 

Equipment: We provide everything, but if you plan to play regularly, you will want to buy your own official 2026 American Mahjong card. We will have a limited supply available to purchase the night of the event, but you can also get your own here. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

Thursday, September 24 at 5:30 PM

Learn to play Mahjong at the Villa. This class will be taught by "Professor Mahj" Amanda Macke.

This 102-level class is a follow-up to our 101 class. In 102, Amanda will cover:

 Review of 101

 Dealing

 The Charleston

 The Card (Sections and Lines)

 How to Choose a Line

Game Play (at least 2 games)

We'll have you ready for Open Play in no time! Watch our events page and social media for upcoming Open Play opportunities.

Total Event Time: 3 Hours

Price: $45 per person

Format: Social hour and food from 5:30-6:30 PM. Lessons followed by instructor-led playing will start promptly at 6:30 PM.

Cards: Official game cards are published each year by the National Mahjongg League.

Class Limit: 16 people per class; 4 people per table If you are signing up with friends, pleae indicate in the notes section and we will do our best to seat you together. 

Equipment: We provide everything, but if you plan to play regularly, you will want to buy your own official 2026 American Mahjong card. We will have a limited supply available to purchase the night of the event, but you can also get your own here. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

Thursday, October 1 at 5:30 PM

Do you know the basics of Mahjong and are learning to play, but would appreciate some guidance along the way with things like the Charleston, reading the card, exposures, game flow, etc. Grab some friends and head over to The Villa!

We've got you covered with our Guided Open Play session. Instructor Amanda Macke aka "Professor Mahj" will be on hand to coach and guide and answer your burning Mahj questions. 

Play Time: Our instructor is on hand for two hours, but we encourage you to come early to order food and wine, eat and socialize.

Price: $20 per person

Format: Social hour and food from 5:30-6:30 PM. Guided play will start at 6:30 PM.

Cards: Official game cards are published each year by the National Mah Jongg League. We'll have cards to borrow and a limited supply for sale.

4 people per table - If you are signing up with friends, please indicate in the notes section, and we will do our best to seat you together. 

Equipment: We provide everything, but if you plan to play regularly, you will want to buy your own official 2026 American Mahjong card. We will have a limited supply available to purchase the night of the event, but you can also get your own here. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

Friday, October 23 at 11 AM

Do you know the basics of Mahjong and are learning to play, but would appreciate some guidance along the way with things like the Charleston, reading the card, exposures, game flow, etc. Grab some friends and head over to The Villa!

We've got you covered with our Guided Open Play session. Elizabeth from Mahj Podge will be on hand to coach and guide and answer your burning Mahj questions. 

Play Time: Our instructor is on hand for three hours, but we encourage you to come early to order food and wine, eat and socialize.

Price: $20 per person

Format: Social hour and food from 5:30-6:30 PM. Guided play will start at 6:30 PM.

Cards: Official game cards are published each year by the National Mah Jongg League. We'll have cards to borrow and a limited supply for sale.

4 people per table - If you are signing up with friends, please indicate in the notes section, and we will do our best to seat you together. 

Equipment: We provide everything, but if you plan to play regularly, you will want to buy your own official 2026 American Mahjong card. We will have a limited supply available to purchase the night of the event, but you can also get your own here. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

Friday, October 16 at 11 AM

Learn to play Mahjong at the Villa. This 102 class will be taught by Elizabeth from Mahj Podge.

102 - a follow-up session focused on building walls, the Charleston, card strategy, building hands, and live play practice

We'll have you ready for Open Play in no time!

Format: Social hour and food from 5:30-6:30 PM. Lessons start promptly at 6:30 PM.

Limited to 16 people per class

Equipment: We provide everything but you will want to buy your own official 2026 American Mahjong card. We will have a limited supply available to purchase the night of the event but you can also get your own here. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

Friday, October 9 at 11 AM

Learn to play Mahjong at the Villa. This 101 class will be taught by Elizabeth from Mahj Podge.

101 (THIS CLASS)  – an introduction to American Mahjong covering tiles, setup, block modeling and hand modeling and open hand play.

Look for a 102 class on our schedule the following week. 

We'll have you ready for Open Play in no time!

Format: Social hour and food ordering from 11-11:30 AM. Lessons start promptly at Noon. Class is approximately 3 hours. 

Equipment: We provide everything but you will want to buy your own official 2026 American Mahjong card. We will have a limited supply available to purchase the night of the event but you can also get your own here. https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

 Limit: To give you the best teaching experience, class is limited to 16 people per class. Mahj is played in groups of 4 so you'll make some new friends (or bring some with you!)

September 12th, 6:00 PM

Step into a world of high-stakes business, opulent estates, and ruthless family secrets. You are cordially invited to the exclusive birthday celebration of Barnabas "Barnaby" Baggs—the eccentric and world-renowned Pickle Baron.

While Barnaby’s rise to fortune has made him the envy of the town, it has also earned him a legion of bitter enemies. With a wink and a nod to the classic CLUE, among the guests are the maid, the butler, a scorned ex-wife, a spoiled nephew, a jealous business rival, and a mysterious new flame all of whom lurk in the shadows. As the night unfolds, will you be a witness to a crime, or the prime suspect?

Prepare for an evening of deception, intrigue, and hilarity. Put on your detective hat—it’s time to solve the mystery.

Note: This event is designed for an adult audience and features suggestive humor. You will be seated with your party and your table may include other guests 

$55/person + tax & 20% service charge

Ticket includes a four-course dinner and a full evening of interactive 'Who-Done-It' murder mystery fun brought to you by Jest Entertainment.

Wine, beer and beverages will be available for purchase.

We always try to accommodate special dietary needs, but they must be discussed in advance. 

Doors open at 6:00pm.

This week, enjoy a half-price pizza with the purchase of a bottle, bucket or pitcher. And, every week we will have a rotating cocktail special for $8 (normally $12).

Here is our upcoming Friday Pour live music lineup:

Friday, August 21, 2026 6-9 PM PBJ