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Mahjong: Hong Kong Style! A 4-Week Beginner Series

Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building

Learn Hong Kong-style Mahjong in a beginner-friendly four-week series. Start with the basics and build up to playing full hands. Taught by Edwin Cheung. No experience required. Limited to 12 participants.

Mahjong: Hong Kong Style! A 4-Week Beginner Series is a beginner class held at Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building in Harrison, NY. It is free to attend. The class runs as a series of sessions. Schedule: Mondays 12:30-2:00pm ET. Check Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building's site for the latest availability and booking.

PriceFree (Free)
Duration1h 30m
ScheduleMondays 12:30-2:00pm ET
MaterialsNot included — see price note
Book this class on Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building's site

At a Glance

ActivityMahjong Lessons
ClassMahjong: Hong Kong Style! A 4-Week Beginner Series
LevelBeginner
Duration1h 30m
PriceFree (Free)
FrequencySeries
ScheduleMondays 12:30-2:00pm ET
LocationHarrison Public Library - Halperin Building, Harrison NY
ProviderHarrison Public Library - Halperin Building
BookingAvailable — see booking link

Upcoming Sessions

  • 2026-10-19
  • 2026-10-26
  • 2026-11-02
  • 2026-11-09

Sessions change — confirm dates with Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building before booking.

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Last checked: Sep 21, 2026

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Harrison Public Library - Halperin Building before booking.

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Common Questions About Mahjong Lessons in Harrison

These are the questions people most often ask about mahjong lessons in Harrison — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.

How much do mahjong lessons cost in Harrison?

The only class we list in Harrison is free to attend — there is nothing to pay.

Do I need to know how to play before my first lesson?

No. Beginner sessions start with the tiles themselves — how the walls are built, the Charleston, and what a finished hand looks like. Most run a short teach-the-rules round before play.

Are tiles and the current mahjong card provided?

Tiles are supplied at almost every venue, and most classes lend or include the current year's card. If you'd like to confirm, the organiser's page says so.

How long does it take to learn mahjong?

Two hours is typical for a first lesson, and most people leave able to play a full hand with the card in front of them. Fluent recognition of the hands takes a season of regular play.

Is mahjong for older adults, or can anyone learn?

No. Tables run from retirees to college students — the game is pattern recognition and table talk, not a fitness test, and most groups are glad to have new players of any age.