About us
Welcome to the Downtown Decatur Mahjong Social Club! We’re a friendly community centered on American and Hong Kong Mahjong, with occasional social games mixed in. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new, you’ll find a welcoming group focused on fun, learning, and connection. Come play, socialize, and enjoy Downtown Decatur with us. Check out our website: https://decaturmahj.com/.
## Play With Us
All skill levels are welcome. We offer beginner-friendly tables, intermediate, and advanced play. We offer intro to mahjong lessons on a regular basis. New players are always encouraged to observe, learn, and jump in when ready. Bring your own tiles and racks, or just come curious. The guest fee for play is $10.
### Regular Meetups
- Tuesdays (The Pool Turtle)
5:30 PM group dinner | 6:30 PM open play - Wednesdays (Bench Warmers, Decatur)
5:30 PM group dinner | 6:30 PM open play - Fridays (Cafe Lily)
11:30 AM lunch | Play 12:45–2:45 PM
6 tables (24 players) plus seating for observers - Sundays (Spring location: Green Ginger)
2:00–5:00 PM open play
RSVPs are appreciated so we can plan tables.
## Lessons
- Beginner Lesson Series: Q2 2026 series begins April 26 (Sundays) at Cafe Lily
- Intro to American Mahjong 90-minute lesson:
1st Wednesdays at Benchwarmers @ 6:30 PM
2nd Fridays at Cafe Lily @ 12 PM
3rd Tuesdays at The Pool Turtle @ 6:30 PM
4th Sundays at Green Ginger @ 2:00 PM
## Mahjong Cards
We use the Official National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card (large print recommended). We will supply the new 2026 card to our dues paying members, when the cards arrive in April.
## Membership
Members pay dues to support Club organizational costs, supplies, events and prizes. Membership is on a calendar-year basis (Jan-Dec, regardless of WHEN a person joins).
Three Dues Payment options:
1. Pay per Play - $5 per event (one-time $25 joining fee)
2. Pay Quarterly - $45
3. Pay Annually - $160
You choose the option that best fits the time of year you are joining.
At all our weekly venues, we have a Welcome letter (with registration form) that explains the details of our Dues structure more fully. Please get one of these when you come to visit. Hope to see you soon. Mahjong!
## Get Involved
This is a volunteer-led club! Have venue ideas, special event ideas or want to host an event? Interested in being an instructor for our Beginner "Intro to Mahjong Lesson"? Let Vicki know at decaturmahjvicki@gmail.com.
We look forward to playing, learning, and socializing with you. Watch for announcements about special celebrations and tournaments!
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Open Play-American Mahjong Every Friday- Cafe Lily
Cafe Lily, 308 W. Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, ga, USThe Friday group starts with Friday's lunch 1130a and Open Play 1230P to 230P. Alll levels are welcome!! Play a laid back game or challenge yourself!
*even tho reservations on facebook may show few people, we always have 4 or 5 tables.
Friday Lunch at Cafe Lily at 1130am on Fridays, Play at 1245P- 3P.Join us on Friday's for Lunch, Social and MahJong Play at 1130am at Cafe Lily, and play starting at 1245P pm. see menu items photos at: https://cafe-lily.square.site/?utm_source=sqmktg_email#26
$5 entry fee if you do not have lunch, $10 for non members, and $5 for non members having lunch.
We have beginner Intro to Mahjong Lesson the 2nd week of every month, $25.
3 tables will be set up for Intermediate advanced players. 2 for Beginners.
Open to beginners and all levels of play, we will divide tables accordingly. and discuss lessons options of the beginners, video's etc. So maybe you watch the first time?
2 tables will be available for Beginners.
Cafe Lily is our Sponsor and is giving us the private room for free but they are requesting everyone try to spend or support the restaurant or tell you friends about their great food and service. Please Tip your Servers nicely!
They have small plates and appetizers, wine beer, cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, great desserts all available.
We are reserving a table and hope you will join us for lunch in the main restaurant at 1130am. If you are not having lunch we will see you at 12:45P for play. Please do not bring any food or drink to the restaurant. Please tip our server's nicely for your teas, coffee, beverages and food.Let's have Fun! (Time to order you 2026 Card.
if you need a new 2025 National Mahjong Official Card let us know as we have ordered some extras or go to: https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#We recommend the large print card. Its also time to order your 2026 card... now for released date late March/early April.
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