What we’re about
Welcome to our Downtown Decatur Mahjong and Game Social Club!
Join us for a variety of fun and social activities including Social, Cribbage Card Game, Cards Games, American Mahjongg, Recommended Boardgames, Learn to play chess, Paired Card Games (Canasta and Cribbage), Adult Co-ed MahJong and Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the games, we invite you to come together for some friendly competition and camaraderie. Our main focus in on Mahjong. Let's connect, play, and have a great time together in Downtown Decatur! See our Events!
## What we’re about
Join us for a fun and friendly MahJong game with the-Downtown Decatur Adult Co-ed Mahjong Social Club! Whether you're a seasoned player or just curious about this classic game, all skill levels are welcome. Connect with members of the community in Decatur while enjoying a game that blends strategy, skill, and a bit of luck. MahJong is a great way to socialize, relax, and challenge your mind.
Don't worry if you're new to the game, our group is welcoming and happy to help newcomers. (See Lesson offering under events) Bring your tiles and racks, or simply come to learn and observe. We will have a table for beginners and more for Intermediate, advanced players.
The Venue is in Downtown Decatur at Cafe Lily every Friday, Lunch and Mahj.
We have 6 tables for 24 players and chairs for newbies that want to watch. Cafe Lily. 1130 Meet for lunch, Play at 1245ish to 245P max. We just show up to have lunch, a table for 8 is ready for us and we can add more if you RSVP! Please.
Our other times to play are every Weds at 6;30 PM at Bench Warmers in Decatur., 530P for group dinner.
Let us know. your thoughts or suggestions of other venues or if you would like to be a Host of a Downtown Decatur events, talk to the Organization team.
Our Third Quarter Beginner Series of Lessons Cafe Lily, Sundays Sept 7, 14, and 21. see the events page. But come by any time we are playing and check us out and watch. But look at Rocket Mahjong/Two Sparrows our partner for Beginner and Intermediate Lessons when our classes not available. https://www.twosparrowsmahjong.com/shopopenclassesandevents
Please order your 2025 OFFICIAL Mahjong card: https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#
they are $14 or $15 for Large type. (We suggest Large Type Card) Only, order from the National Org, as many bootlegged cards out on amazon, Walmart and other places. New cards come out every end of March , which keeps the game interesting. We do have some extra cards from our recent order, just ask Whitney and Laura, they are for their Quarterly Beginner Lesson Series.
We will use Official 2025 Cards. Bring you 2025 card (We have xtra's you can borrow until your card comes). First meet up was April 11th, 2025.
We are asking members to pay your annual membership fee of $20, please use My Zelle. Barbara Rowland 404-314-9092 barb@barbrowland.com. or my Venmo. @barbara-rowland-0 (404-314-9092) . You have to select personal and Friends and Family Business, we are a non profit. Instead of the PayPal meet up which is automatically set up. They charge us $3.25 per $20 charge. The dues are to offset our yearly Meet up Organization fee, supplies, expenses, and a small reserve fund. You can come some time for free to check us out, as you have 30 days free if you are not sure you want to join. Membership fee's have increased to $20 a year effective July 1 for new members.
Check out our previous discussions for more info about us.
Looking forward to seeing you and enjoying MahJong, Socializing and Learning!
Watch for our announcement about November our first Members Only Mini Tournament.
Barb
All Events on Fridays are Sponsored by Cafe Lily https://www.cafelily.com or Bench Warmers Decatur on Game Nights. https://benchwarmersgrill.com/ And Sundays starting Aug 24th https://greengingerdecatur.com/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Downtown Decatur Adult Coed MahJong Social Club-FridaysCafe Lily, Decatur, GA
# Downtown Decatur Coed MahJong Social Club
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
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. See our discussions for more info for beginners. See Lessons Offered 4/23 event.
Cafe Lily has become 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. 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!
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.
We are limited to 24 players . More options and times for play and locations in Decatur will evolve in the fall We started our first meet up on 4/11/25. If you would like to Host a day and time of play somewhere else in Downtown Decatur let us know. We have options for you.
Parking free at 205 Swanton Way
Decatur, GA, the lot is empty but it has sign no parking, but it's ok. This property is going to have a hotel built so its empty.
Events in Decatur, GA - Supervised Mahjong Play for Beginners - First Friday of the Month.Cafe Lily, Decatur, GA
Supervised Mahjong Play for Beginners, First Friday of the Month
Join us for Lunch at 1130P, Play start around 1230P- $5 fee
Purpose: For beginners learning to play Mahjong, supervised play with guidance from an experienced player can be very helpful. Supervised play allows for immediate feedback on rules and strategies, accelerating the learning process.- Focus on the fundamentals:
Start with basic rules, tile recognition, and simple hands. - Practice actively:
Don't just watch; participate actively, asking questions and receiving feedback on your plays. - Our Mahjong 102 Class - Gradual progression:
Once comfortable with the basics, introduce more advanced concepts like scoring and specific hand strategies.
Other learning tools:
1. Vita Mahjong:
Another app, available on the App Store, provides a calming and memory-boosting experience with hundreds of levels, suitable for beginners and casual players.
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRoVc50grew&t=986s
3. https://games.usatoday.com/games/free-online-mahjong
4. 4 week free of I love Mahj online game... https://themahjongline.com/pages/online-mahjong?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=I%20Love%20Mahj%20Card%20Video%20%2801JXGDZ4Z4QQMX1TDM0R0K7QY0%29&tw_source=Klaviyo&_kx=CjiqfphgOM7RvN_DAkYLUYQVugfxIZk7_9ADSMLdMX8.Xnv74L - Focus on the fundamentals:
