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Open Play Mahjong (Bird Bam Beth)

Hosted open-play American Mahjong sessions in Portland run by instructor Beth Pacyk of Bird Bam Beth. Players who already know the game practice on premium Oh My Mahjong tiles and mats with a host on site for rule questions, and every player gets a prize raffle ticket.

Open Play Mahjong (Bird Bam Beth) is a class open to all levels, held at Ora et Labora Wine Shop in Portland, OR. It costs $25 (Tickets are $25 per session, priced on the provider's own website). The class runs weekly. Schedule: Thursday sessions at rotating Portland venues: Oct 29 and Nov 19 at Ora et Labora Wine Shop, 6:00-8:00 PM; Nov 12 (Shop, Sip & Shuffle) at Malka Diamonds, 308 NW 11th Ave #200, Portland, OR 97209, 5:30-8:00 PM. Check Ora et Labora Wine Shop's site for the latest availability and booking.

Price$25 (Tickets are $25 per session, priced on the provider's own website)

Duration2 hours

ScheduleThursday sessions at rotating Portland venues: Oct 29 and Nov 19 at Ora et Labora Wine Shop, 6:00-8:00 PM; Nov 12 (Shop, Sip & Shuffle) at Malka Diamonds, 308 NW 11th Ave #200, Portland, OR 97209, 5:30-8:00 PM

MaterialsIncluded

Best forPlayers who have learned American Mahjong basics and want regular hosted games

Book this class on Ora et Labora Wine Shop's site

At a Glance

Activity	Mahjong Lessons
Class	Open Play Mahjong (Bird Bam Beth)
Level	All levels
Duration	2 hours
Price	$25 (Tickets are $25 per session, priced on the provider's own website)
Frequency	Weekly
Schedule	Thursday sessions at rotating Portland venues: Oct 29 and Nov 19 at Ora et Labora Wine Shop, 6:00-8:00 PM; Nov 12 (Shop, Sip & Shuffle) at Malka Diamonds, 308 NW 11th Ave #200, Portland, OR 97209, 5:30-8:00 PM
Location	Ora et Labora Wine Shop, Portland OR
Provider	Ora et Labora Wine Shop
Booking	Available — see booking link

What you'll learn

Play full American Mahjong games at a real table
Get rule and NMJL card clarification from the on-site host
Build speed and confidence for regular play

Upcoming Sessions

2026-10-29
2026-11-12
2026-11-19

Sessions change — confirm dates with Ora et Labora Wine Shop before booking.

Data Verification

Last checked: Oct 28, 2026

Source: Official provider website

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Ora et Labora Wine Shop before booking.

More Mahjong Lessons in Portland

Common Questions About Mahjong Lessons in Portland

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

How much do mahjong lessons cost in Portland?

1 of the 4 mahjong lessons in Portland is free to attend; the rest run from $25 to $50 (typical: $40). Every figure is computed from the listings themselves, not estimated.

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.