# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Come start your weekend early with some Friday afternoon Mahjong.  Minimum experience - beginner class or equivalent.About this EventAlready know the basics but not quite ready to play on your own?Guided/Open Play is the perfect bridge between learning and confident gameplay. This session is not a beginner class — instead, you’ll play real games at your own pace, with friendly, tableside coaching whenever you need it.Certified instructor Angela Buikema and her assistant instructors circulate throughout the room to answer questions, help with strategy, scoring, Charleston sequences, and interpreting the Mahjong card—without interrupting the flow of the game.You’ll grow your skills naturally, while actually playing — and you’ll do it in a relaxed, supportive, and social environment alongside other players at the same stage of learning.✨ Perfect for you if:You’ve taken a beginner class and want more practiceYou know the basic flow but still have “Is this Mahjong?” momentsYou like learning at the table rather than watching a lessonYou’d love coaching but also want real gameplayThis is where confidence grows, friendships form, and Mahjong clicks.All Mahjong sets provided. Please bring your NMJL card; we'll have a few available to borrow as well.Come early and get a great lunch and enjoy Bottle Theory's amazing beverage selection.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/a4967b40-8c25-11f1-8864-435c22f250e8-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elmhurst/mahjong-guided-and-open-play-at-bottle-theory-in-elmhurst/100001992533557508
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: Bottle Theory
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.85, max: 33.85, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Elmhurst
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Bottle Theory
- **lat**: 41.8841389
- **long**: -87.949756
- **full address**: Bottle Theory, 542 Spring Road, Elmhurst, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst being held?
  - **A:** Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst takes place on Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Bottle Theory, 542 Spring Road, Elmhurst, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst?
  - **A:** Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst is organized by Mahjong Mischief - Angela Buikema.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Elmhurst, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Mahjong Guided & Open Play at Bottle Theory in Elmhurst sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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