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 Mah Jongg games 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. Mah Jongg 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 the 1st and 3rd Weds and the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 6;30 PM at Bench Warmers in Decatur.
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 Second Quarter Beginner Series of Lessons Cafe Lily, see the events page. Our next series of Lessons will start in June 22. But come by any time we are playing and check us out, watch and learn.
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 or your new one. (we have extra'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 $10, please use My Zelle. Barbara Rowland 404-314-9092 barb@barbrowland.com. or my Venmo. @barbara-rowland-0 (404-314-9092) . Instead of the PayPal meet up which is automatically set up. They charge us $2.25 per $10 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 are increasing to $25 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 annoucement 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/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Friday's Mahjong at Cafe Lily - Decatur Adult Coed MahJong Social ClubCafe Lily, Decatur, GA
# Friday's -Downtown Decatur Adult Coed MahJong Social Club
Friday Lunch at Cafe Lily at 1130am on Fridays, Play at 1230ishP- 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#263 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 5/22 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 reserve a table and hope you will join me for lunch in the main restaurant at 1130am. If you are not having lunch we will see you at 12:30ish 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 - Free Introductory Mahjong Lessons sponsored by Bench Warmers- DecaturBench Warmers Sports Grill - Ponce de Leon, Decatur, GA
Free Introductory Mahjong Lessons sponsored by Bench Warmers in Downtown Decatur. Pick your date to join us to learn this ancient but very popular game!
We've had an overwhelming response from people eager to learn Mahjong, including many newcomers and friend groups wanting to learn together!
Whether you're clueless and just curious about this classic game, or ready to jump in and learn you will enjoy this event. Connect with members of the 30+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.
We are excited to announce that our Downtown Decatur Mahjong Social Club will be hosting beginner Intro Mahjong lessons on:
June 21 Saturday 4 to 6pm. Only 1 class per person, pick your date.
July 10. Thursday 630 to 830P
August 20 Weds 630 to 830P
To join in on one of the intro lessons just post below: Your Name, How many people you are brining, and the date you want to attend.Join our group for free for 30 days.. https://www.meetup.com/downtown-decatur-game-and-mahjong-events/photos/35352825/ then $10 annually.
Please RSVP-Open to 8 Students each Beginner-Intro to Mahjong Lesson
Here are a video's to watch if you want to know more and prepare for your first lesson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebPizTCb7EU&t=27s
