Mah Jongg for Beginners: Learn, Play, and Sharpen Your Mind with AARP New York

Mah Jongg is more than a game—it’s a fun and engaging way to stimulate the mind, reduce stress, and connect with others. Whether you’ve never played or are looking to strengthen your skills, this beginner-friendly virtual series is designed to help build your confidence in mastering this classic game.

A Four-Part Series for Beginners
Join instructor Stacy Budkofsky for Mah Jongg for Beginners, a free virtual four-part series that introduces you to the American version of this classic tile-based game played by millions around the world. Each session builds on the last, guiding you from basic setup to live game play.

Event Schedule
Each session is from 11 a.m - 12 p.m. ET and requires a separate registration:

• Beginner 101A – Thursday, September 19 
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  Learn the rules and setup of American Mah Jongg. Ideal for new players. 
  
• Beginner 101B – Thursday, September 26 
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  Continue building your foundation with more tips and gameplay insight. 
  
• Here’s How You Play Demo – Thursday, October 3 
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  See the game in action and reinforce what you’ve learned. 
  
• A Live Game Demo – Thursday, October 10 
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  Watch a full game play out with live instruction and commentary. 

What to Expect
This series is open to anyone interested in learning Mah Jongg. You do not need to be an AARP member to participate. Simply sign in or create an account at aarp.org to register.
Before each session, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link to join the event.

Why Mah Jongg?
Playing Mah Jongg may offer several benefits:

• Maintains brain health and supports memory 
  
• Reduces stress 
  
• Offers opportunities to meet new people 

Take the first step to learn something new and enjoy all the benefits this time-honored game has to offer.

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