Mahjong

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, [https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf](https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf) and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike. Seneca Park has some of the best Bluebell fields in Northern Virginia. We did a shorter version of this hike last Friday, 3 April 2026, and the bluebell fields were spectacular. Go take a look athe photos posted for the 3 April 26 Bluebell hike if you'd like a preview. They should be in their full glory next week. This is an enjoyable \~ 7.3 mile hike with \~780 feet of elevation gain. We'll start by hiking through a full growth hardwood forest of Elm, Ash Trees, and Tulip Poplars, the tallest deciduous tree in North America. We'll then connect to the Potomac Heritage Trail with its wildflowers and massive Sycamore trees. The hike is a loop with an "out and back" tail. Part of the hike will be along the Patowmack Channel created by a series of islands in the river. We hike at a pace of aprox. 2.5 mph while moving. You must have experience with hikes of this length and elevation gain. There are no formal restrooms available at the Park. GPS Coordinates:39.03'00.1"N 77.20'04.3"W for the Trailhead. Dogs are welcome on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. [https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicyhttps://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolic](https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy) Leaders: Steve Frith cell 703-629-0174 Willem Janssen cell 202-280-4307 Park Entry Fee: $0.00 Map for hike: [https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=15.0/-77.3190/39.0474&pubLink=obOQ48o079O4P48KYoJBIMa9&trackId=b81b5829-efdf-4bad-bb66-9e9de4a74efd](https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=15.0/-77.3190/39.0474&pubLink=obOQ48o079O4P48KYoJBIMa9&trackId=b81b5829-efdf-4bad-bb66-9e9de4a74efd)

🎾 Welcome to Tennis Lovers DMV 3+ 🎾 This group is for intermediate & advanced players 💪 with a USTA NTRP rating of 3.0+ ⭐ We thrive on competitive doubles 🔥🤝 and invite you to join us and RSVP ✅ for our exciting meetup events! Let’s rally, compete, and have a blast — see you on the court soon! 🎾😄🏆

The monthly **[Song Circle](https://www.fsgw.org/event-6605778)** provides a daytime opportunity to enjoy delightful songs, old or new, humorous or serious, timeless or topical. **Free!** **Everyone is welcome**, regardless of experience. Come for informal group singing or just to listen, in person or via Zoom. **With income taxes due on April 15 and Earth Day on April 22, bring or request your favorite Spring songs, songs about taxes or the environment, or any other songs!** [Learn more](https://www.fsgw.org/event-6605778) **Elizabeth Rosenberg and Joe Whitesell** will lead songs with guitar accompaniment, and any participant may lead any song, *a cappella* or self-accompanied. The Song Circle will be held in person at the **Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center, 1000 Forest Glen Road, Silver Spring, MD 20901**. Plenty of free parking!

Join us for our weekly riichi mahjong meetup! It is highly encouraged to make a purchase of food or drink at the Whole Foods while playing there. We play on the second floor of the Whole Foods in a bar area called The High Point, There is parking for $5 on the weekends at The Boro Garage B. Do not use the whole foods parking lot since it gets up to $25.

​**Due to the popularity of the event, registration is required at [https://luma.com/dcmahjongg](https://luma.com/dcmahjongg).** We do not use the RSVP system on Meetup. ​ **Drop-in games every Sunday afternoon at the Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum.** * **Lessons (11:00 - 1:00) for new and returning players begin promptly at 11:00.** The fee is $10. * **A Support Table (1:00 - 3:00) is available for those who have taken a lesson and want to play with an instructor overseeing the game.** The fee is $5. * **Drop-in play (1:00 - 3:00) for** all experienced players. Tables are labeled for All Levels and Mahj Mavens. All skill levels are encouraged to participate. Play is free, but a donation of $5 is encouraged to help defray event costs. ​ If you own a mah jongg set, we encourage you to bring it. Please bring your NMJL card if you have one. ​The museum is located one block from the Judiciary Square Metro station (Red line). Street parking is available, and a paid garage is located at 3rd and G Streets. You do not need to be a member of the museum to participate. On entry to the building, you will be directed to the Nosh Pit, where you can also purchase a snack and coffee while waiting for the games to begin. *Photographs taken by Museum staff during the program may be used for educational and promotional purposes in print and online publications. Attendance at the event implies your consent.*

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This event is NOT for beginners please. If you can't make it, please try to sign out at least 5 hours before the event starts. Thank you!

🎾 Welcome to Tennis Lovers DMV 3+ 🎾 This group is for intermediate & advanced players 💪 with a USTA NTRP rating of 3.0+ ⭐ We thrive on competitive doubles 🔥🤝 and invite you to join us and RSVP ✅ for our exciting meetup events! Let’s rally, compete, and have a blast — see you on the court soon! 🎾😄🏆

Join the Mahjong Game Club—a warm, welcoming space for new and experienced players. Discover the excitement of Cantonese mahjong and learn together at every level. Come for the tiles, stay for the community. Registration required. RSVPing on Meetup does not register you for the program. To register, please [click here](https://pwcgov.libnet.info/events?term=mahjong&r=range&start=today&end=2030-12-31).

Join the Mahjong Game Club—a warm, welcoming space for new and experienced players. Discover the excitement of Cantonese mahjong and learn together at every level. Come for the tiles, stay for the community. Registration required. RSVPing on Meetup does not register you for the program. To register, please [click here](https://pwcgov.libnet.info/events?term=mahjong&r=range&start=today&end=2030-12-31).

Be part of the very first Troop Mahjong Society gathering in the DMV. Spring is in the air, and a new Mahjong community is blooming. Join The Charleston Coach for a special Spring Fling Mahjong Social celebrating the launch of our local Troop Mahjong DMV community. This is the perfect chance to meet fellow Mahjong players, enjoy great drinks, and grow your Mahjong circle. ✨ **Troop Perks** ✨ Each attendee will receive a Troop Mahjong Society Merit Book, merit stickers, and bingo card to start tracking Mahjong achievements and milestones. **Skill Level:** This event is designed for players who already know the basics of American Mahjong and are comfortable playing with the NMJL card. This is a social play event, not a beginner lesson. Seats are limited. **Registration Required:** Reserve your spot here: https://bookwhen.com/thecharlestoncoach

Looking for a fun place to come with your friends—or hoping to meet new friends who share your love of Mahj? Social Play sessions at **Crak • Bam • Mahj** are lively, welcoming gatherings where the game is the anchor, but the real magic is the energy around the table. Think: an easy, feel‑good event with smart, fun players who love a little strategy, a lot of laughter, and a break from the everyday. Players settle in for steady, enjoyable gameplay at a comfortable pace, with light guidance available whenever a rule needs clarifying. Whether you arrive with friends or come solo, you’ll be welcomed into a community where conversation flows easily, laughter is part of the rhythm, and the game becomes a shared ritual. Lite dinner and a glass of wine is included.

Join the Mahjong Game Club—a warm, welcoming space for new and experienced players. Discover the excitement of Cantonese mahjong and learn together at every level. Come for the tiles, stay for the community. Registration required. RSVPing on Meetup does not register you for the program. To register, please [click here](https://pwcgov.libnet.info/events?term=mahjong&r=range&start=today&end=2030-12-31).

Join us for a special weekend afternoon edition of mahjong at Whelan’s Beer & Wine. This gathering is all about getting comfortable with the NMJL 2026 card. We will review key updates on the 2026 National Mah Jongg League card, talk strategy shifts, and then transition into open play so you can apply what you learned in real time. Spaces are limited. No instruction other than the NMJL card review will be provided at this event. Reserve your seat here: https://bookwhen.com/thecharlestoncoach

Some people have expressed interest in playing in Fairfax. Lets set up another game that repeats every 2 weeks at Fairfax Town Center. Look for the group with cards somewhere in the center tables. We play alomost exclusively double deck pinochle. All levels of play are welcome from beginner to expert. We will teach and coach new players.