Date: Wed, Aug 26, 2026
Time: Wed., 6-8:30pm
Venue: The Backyard, Cary
Price: $40 no experience, $20 experienced
Category: Community
Join Mahjong with Elizabeth for an evening of fun, learning, and tiles. Beginner Lesson – $40 No experience? No problem! Elizabeth will provide everything you need to learn and play. Open Play – $20 Already know the basics? Bring your 2026 NMJL card and join a table.
Community · Cary
“Book the beginner ticket early as guided spots at the table fill up fast.”
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Mahjong & Mingle runs Wed, Aug 26, 2026, Wed., 6-8:30pm.
The Backyard is at 850 Lower Garden Lane, Cary, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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