I would love information on this as well. Carrie Drops Reference Desk Assistant Lapeer District Library Marguerite deAngeli Branch 921 W. Nepessing St. Lapeer, MI 48446 810.664.6971 Ext. 3217 cdrops@lib.lapeer.org *Not every book is for everyone, but every book is for someone.* On Fri, Aug 7, 2026 at 3:58 PM Connie Doherty via Michlib-l < michlib-l@liblists.org> wrote:

We would love this info at the Troy Public Library as well!

Thanks very much.

Connie Doherty

*Constance L. Doherty | Head, Adult Information Services*

510 W Big Beaver

Troy, Michigan 48084

248.619.7591

------------------------------ *From: *"Laura Orlowski via Michlib-l" <michlib-l@liblists.org> *To: *"Michlib-l" <michlib-l@liblists.org> *Sent: *Friday, August 7, 2026 3:39:47 PM *Subject: *[Michlib-l] Mahjongg at the Library

Hi everyone; Recently, we have had requests to start a Mahjongg group at our library. I know nothing about the actual tile game (only the online matching version).

If your library offers Mahjongg, I would love to hear from you. What supplies did your library purchase? Did/do you have an instructor come teach everyone how to play? What advice can you give for a beginner library thinking about doing a Mahjongg program?

Thank you for all your input! -Laura Orlowski, Library Director Jonesville District Library 517-849-9701 [ mailto:info@jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org | info@jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org ]

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Hi, My cousin teaches American mahjongg lessons in the metro Detroit area. If anyone is looking for someone to come in for a mahjongg program, I highly recommend reaching out to them! They provide the game components and instructions. https://linktr.ee/mahjgirlcollective Olivia Duong LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviasduong/> On Fri, Aug 7, 2026 at 16:00 Carrie Drops via Michlib-l < michlib-l@liblists.org> wrote:

I would love information on this as well.

Carrie Drops

Reference Desk Assistant

Lapeer District Library

Marguerite deAngeli Branch

921 W. Nepessing St.

Lapeer, MI 48446

810.664.6971 Ext. 3217

cdrops@lib.lapeer.org

*Not every book is for everyone, but every book is for someone.*

On Fri, Aug 7, 2026 at 3:58 PM Connie Doherty via Michlib-l < michlib-l@liblists.org> wrote:

...

We would love this info at the Troy Public Library as well!

Thanks very much.

Connie Doherty

*Constance L. Doherty | Head, Adult Information Services*

510 W Big Beaver

Troy, Michigan 48084

248.619.7591

------------------------------ *From: *"Laura Orlowski via Michlib-l" <michlib-l@liblists.org> *To: *"Michlib-l" <michlib-l@liblists.org> *Sent: *Friday, August 7, 2026 3:39:47 PM *Subject: *[Michlib-l] Mahjongg at the Library

Hi everyone; Recently, we have had requests to start a Mahjongg group at our library. I know nothing about the actual tile game (only the online matching version).

If your library offers Mahjongg, I would love to hear from you. What supplies did your library purchase? Did/do you have an instructor come teach everyone how to play? What advice can you give for a beginner library thinking about doing a Mahjongg program?

Thank you for all your input! -Laura Orlowski, Library Director Jonesville District Library 517-849-9701 [ mailto:info@jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org | info@jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org ]

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Hi Molly I have been researching how to play Mahjong for myself, and I wanted to point out that the notes you sent here are for American Mahjong. There are also different variations for Chinese and Japanese Riichi games. I know the Chinese versions do not use the racks because the tiles are bigger and are able to stand on their own. They also do not use National Mahjong League cards and do not have Jokers. I personally want to learn the Chinese Mahjong version so I have been looking at those rules and set up. I haven't gotten very far in learning it though. Irene (Jones) ZV032 BSCL Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

On 08/07/2026 5:07 PM EDT Outreach via Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org> wrote:

Hi Laura,

We're in the process of starting a group and just got a great run down from the Board President at the Charlotte Community Library. Here are a few notes that have been important for me in the process: * There is a large learning curve (IMHO) so it will be helpful for the staff member who will facilitate the group to be somewhat knowledgeable on the game rules and play. I'm learning myself and hope to show instructional youtube videos at the beginning of meetings for beginners. * Sets are (relatively) expensive and there are several accessories required (racks, a mat). Some of the more expensive kits will have these. Hopefully some patrons will have sets they can bring too. * You might want to try out registration for every meeting - the game requires 3-4 people per table so it's nice knowing how many to expect (and arrange for). * The game calls for rule cards from the National Mah Jongg League - these are available for purchase through that organization and are about $15. The cards show which hands can win and has the rules. The cards change every year (so the winning hands also change), so each player in a game needs to be working with the same year card (e.g. all 4 players have the 2026 card). I'm considering finding a simplified version (perhaps something for kids) so it's easier for absolute beginners. The cards can be hard to decipher at first (just part of the learning curve). * While there are (I'm sure) many sites out there for info and advice, I've enjoyed The Mahjong Project https://www.themahjongproject.com/. The creator of this site has also published a recent book. She also wrote a blog post on cultural appropriation https://www.themahjongproject.com/stories/history-is-repeating-itself which is a must-read for anyone starting a group.

Just a few thoughts! I'd love to hear from others too! Best, Molly McBride Dorothy Hull Library

--------------------------------------------- From: Laura Orlowski via Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org> Sent: Friday, August 7, 2026 3:39 PM To: Michlib-l <michlib-l@liblists.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] Mahjongg at the Library

Hi everyone;

Recently, we have had requests to start a Mahjongg group at our library. I know nothing about the actual tile game (only the online matching version).

If your library offers Mahjongg, I would love to hear from you. What supplies did your library purchase? Did/do you have an instructor come teach everyone how to play? What advice can you give for a beginner library thinking about doing a Mahjongg program?

Thank you for all your input! -Laura Orlowski, Library Director Jonesville District Library 517-849-9701 info@jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org mailto:info@jonesvilledistrictlibrary.org _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list -- michlib-l@liblists.org To unsubscribe send an email to michlib-l-leave@liblists.org