Upcoming Events
Mahj Madness Mahjong League - Thursdays in March, Sponsored by Crema Coffeehouse & Magpie Mahjong
Ready for some friendly mahj competition? Join us Thursdays this March for Mahj Madness, a four-week American mahjong league intended for beginner-friendly competition, social play, and community!
Thursday evenings in March: March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26
Play time: 7 to 9 p.m. - Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
National Mah Jongg League rules (no blanks)
2 hours of play each week
Beginner-friendly simplified scoring
Crema Coffeehouse drinks and food available for purchase
Location: The Era Collective building (home of Crema Coffeehouse), 275 Union Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
Space is limited to 40 players. Due to limited space, all sales are final and no refunds will be processed.
Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Stubborn German Brewing Company in Waterloo, Illinois. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Stubborn German Brewing Company for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Stubborn German beer and drinks will be available for purchase.
Start time: 6:30 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: In the speakeasy at Stubborn German Brewing Company, 119 S Main St, Waterloo, IL, 62298
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Mahjong 101 at Polished Prints in Edwardsville, IL. Learn how to play mahjong! Magpie Mahjong is partnering with Polished Prints for Show-Me Mahj 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for mahjong beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, and learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. Everything you need to learn and play—including beautiful mahjong tiles and accessories—will be provided. Light bites provided. You’re welcome to BYOB!
Start time: 6 p.m.
Duration: 3 hours
Location: Polished Prints, 101 E. Vandalia St, Edwardsville, IL 62025
Space is limited. Ticket sales are final. No refunds.

