Looking for some fun? From board games to video games, connect with others who share your gaming interests at these gatherings that are taking place this week in Northern New Jersey.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM |
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Washington Township Public Library, 144 Woodfield Road, Community Room, Twp. of Washington, NJ, 07676 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Mah Jongg and lessons each week.11/10 (Monday), 11/18 (Tuesday), 11/25 (Tuesday), and 12/2 (Tuesday). Please only sign up if you know you can attend all 4 classes. By signing up for this session, you are signing up for all 4 classes. The most important class to attend is our first session on 11/10, as all of the skills will continue to build on those foundations.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Allendale's Lee Memorial Library, 500 W Crescent Ave, Quilt Room, Allendale, NJ, 07401 [View map] |
Ages 6-11. We will be playing a multiplayer Switch game (Mario Party, Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, etc.) together. Please remember that there are a limited amount of players at one time, and patience will be required :) Please note: there is a two strike policy for all who register for programs and no call/no show. After two strikes, you will not be able to register for programs for six months.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM |
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Northvale Public Library, 116 Paris Avenue, Community Meeting Room: Back, Northvale, NJ, 07647 [View map] |
Featuring Dungeons & Dragons and the newly released Daggerheart from the acclaimed Critical Role company. Beginners welcome. The library will have materials available or players can bring their own.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM |
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Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Chess Club. Mondays, 4:00-4:45pm. Ages 8-13 November 10, 24; December 8, 22. Register two weeks in advance of each date. This is not an instructional program. This program is facilitated by Paramus High School volunteers.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room B, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
If you are looking for a fun brain challenge, the Chinese game of Mahjong incorporates skill, strategy, calculation and chance. The American version Mahjong is played at the Louis Bay 2nd Library every Monday night at 6 pm in a joyful and enlightening atmosphere. Please note that there is no training/teaching available-- one must have an idea on how the game is played.
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Mon, Nov 10, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM |
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Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue, Classroom, Montclair, NJ, 07043 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Bruno's Pizzeria 31st & Avenue A, 721 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
All ages...ALL skills welcome. All club members/players get 25% of food purchases !!! Come play some chess, make friends, eat, and have a great time playing 'The Game Of Kings'. They also have an outside area, where members can play in, once the weather gets warmer. Remember, the chess is free, the venue isn't. So please patronize the host.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM |
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Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Meeting Room, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028 [View map] |
Learn to play and strategize chess. All levels of experience welcome. Grades 1-9. PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CHILD'S NAME NOT THE PARENT/CAREGIVER.
This one hour class meets for four weeks on November 11, 18, 25 and December 2. Please plan on attending all classes.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Bella Pizza, 197 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604 [View map] |
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Organized by North Jersey Geeks & Nerds |
Come out for a night of fun games, good people, and great food! We're located at Bella Pizza on Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights. We play everything, including games like Skyjo, Five Crowns, Cover Your Assets, Ticket to Ride, and more. We welcome people of all experience levels and all ages. There is always someone willing to teach and always plenty of games to play.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue, Classroom, Montclair, NJ, 07043 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Wyckoff Public Library, 200 Woodland Ave, Monroe Room, Wyckoff, NJ, 07481 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Do you love playing board games? Have you heard of Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Seven Wonders, Small World, or Carcassonne and wondered what they are all about? We will have a selection of board games and card games on hand to demonstrate and play. Experienced gamers will help you learn the rules.
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:50 PM |
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Hillsdale Public Library, 509 Hillsdale Avenue, Reading Room, Hillsdale, NJ, 07642 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Do you know all the two- and three-letter words from aa to zzz but have nowhere to use them? Do you love games that combine strategy, knowledge, and luck but no one to play with? Well, we’ve got the answer: the Hillsdale Library Scrabble Club. The Scrabble Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month to play friendly games of traditional Scrabble. Players of all levels are welcome.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Maywood Public Library, 459 Maywood Avenue, Hackbarth Auditorium, Maywood, NJ, 07607 [View map] |
Drop in to play!
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM |
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River Vale Public Library, 412 Rivervale Road, Community Room, River Vale, NJ, 07675 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Have you ever wanted to star in your own fantasy adventure? Well now you can with one of the most popular games on the planet, Dungeons and Dragons! In this session, we will go on an adventure in the Forgotten Realm! Bring a character or choose from the premade characters and let's get ready to roll! For Grades 6 - 8. Registration is required. SEATING IS LIMITED!!!
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM |
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Rutherford Free Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Auditorium, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Calling all barbarians, clerics, fighters, rogues, and those who have yet to decide their class! Join us on Wednesday, November 5, 12, and 19 from 3:30 - 5pm for our Teen Dungeons & Dragons group! In these sessions, we’ll be doing a self-contained adventure. All experience levels are welcome. This program is for ages 11–16. Registration is required.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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Bruno's Pizzeria 31st & Avenue A, 721 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
All ages...ALL skills welcome. All club members/players get 25% of food purchases !!! Come play some chess, make friends, eat, and have a great time playing 'The Game Of Kings'. They also have an outside area, where members can play in, once the weather gets warmer. Remember, the chess is free, the venue isn't. So please patronize the host.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Bruno’s Pizza, 721 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
Join us at Bruno's Pizzeria on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for some excellent chess and delicious food. They've become our main chess hub, where we pretty much pack the place every time we go. Their food is great, but what's even greater is all our members get 25% off food while playing chess. Sorry, you have to be a member and play several games to get the discount.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Bergenfield Public Library, 50 W Clinton Ave, Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Join us for weekly Dungeons & Dragons games led by our Dungeon Master, Dan C. Whether you're experienced or new to the game, come enjoy this fun and creative adventure. Open to adults. Registration required.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Play Hoboken, 1012 Grand St 3rd floor, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Organized by Hoboken Hong Kong Mahjong |
Join us for a fun and social evening of **Hong Kong–style Mahjong** at **Play! Hoboken**! 🀄 Whether you’re brand new to the game or an experienced player, everyone is welcome to sit down, learn, and enjoy a few rounds in a friendly, relaxed environment. $5 Early-Bird Registration: available only online → https://playhoboken.com/event/hkm-251112/. $15 at the door
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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The Splendid Rooftop, 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
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Organized by Trivia, AD |
Draft your team and head to The Splendid Rooftop for Friends Trivia: The One with the Thanksgiving Episodes. The entire night will focus on the FriendsThanksgiving episodes, so brush up and bring your peas to put in the trifle. For reservations, visit: https://TheSplendidFriends.Eventbrite.com. To secure a table, reserve on OpenTable: https://tinyurl.com/2r4mxmsc. Must be 21+ to attend.
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Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room B, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Play your pick of a board game, cards, puzzles, etc... Refreshments provided. Registration is required. Third Wednesday of the month. Conference room B 7pm to 8:30pm. Come play games like Trivial Pursuit, Monopoly, Checkers, card games, or put together a puzzle. You can even bring a game to play if you want.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
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Waldwick Public Library, 19 E Prospect, Meeting Room, Waldwick, NJ, 07463 [View map] |
No registration required, free and open to all.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Hawthorne Public Library, 345 Lafayette Ave., Room C, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
The library hosts a Canasta “Meet-Up” Group every Thursday from 1 to 4 pm. Anyone interested in playing Canasta, a card game which belongs to the Rummy family of games, is invited to attend. Bring your friends for an enjoyable afternoon of friendly card games and good conversation. Attendees are invited, but not required, to bring their own decks of cards.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Conference Room, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
Come play chess and drink coffee! Chess boards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This is a drop-in open play, there will be no guided instruction. Registration is recommended for updates.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:30 PM |
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Secaucus Senior Center, 101 Centre Ave, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map] |
Adult supervision is required. Prizes will be awarded. Limited space.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 5:45 PM to 7:45 PM |
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Demarest Free Public Library, 90 Hardenburgh Avenue, Community Room, Demarest, NJ, 07627 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Come learn to play American Mah-Jongg with expert instructor Stacy Budkofsky. These lessons will be a two hour class once a week for five weeks on Thursdays from 5:45 - 7:45 PM. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL 5 LESSONS. October 30th, November 6th, November 13th, November 20th, December 4th.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
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Mojo Coffee Company, 801 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $75 |
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Organized by Mojo Coffee |
Join us for a fun and engaging introduction to the world of American Mahjong! Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class is designed to teach you the fundamentals of this beloved game. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the basics of gameplay, including the rules, the tiles, and the strategies that make Mahjong both challenging and exciting.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Conference Room, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Englewood Public Library, 31 Engle Street, Children's Room, Englewood, NJ, 07631 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Children ages 5 to 11 years are invited to play video games with us on the library's new Nintendo Switch 2 console on Fridays at 3:30 PM: September 12, 19 & 26, October 10, 17 & 24 and November 7, 14 and 21. One time registration is recommended but not required.
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Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM |
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Joe's Pizza Bayonne, 876 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ, 07002 [View map] |
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Organized by Bayonne Chess Society and Club |
Join us at Joe Pizza on 41st and Broadway in Bayonne. Come chill, play chess, eat some good food, and just have a grand ol' time. All skill levels ... all ages attend. We tend to get a lot of kids, which is a nice blend with the adults. It's the kids who tend to be the best chess players these days anyway. We have members of all skill levels, from beginner to National Master and beyond.
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Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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333 River Street Floor 3, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $75 |
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Organized by Amy and Emma Taylor |
Whether you're completely new to the game or just need a refresher, this is the perfect opportunity to dive into the rich tradition and strategy of this classic game. We’ll provide beginner-friendly instruction, practice games, and all the materials you need. All you have to bring is yourself! All levels welcome. Tickets: $75/each. Spots are very limited, so be sure to grab your ticket soon!
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Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
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Bella Pizza - Pizza Delivery, Pizzeria, Italian Food Restaurant - Best Pizza Place Nearby, Fresh Piz, 197 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604 [View map] |
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Organized by North Jersey Geeks & Nerds |
Come out for an afternoon of fun games, good people, and great food! We're located at Bella Pizza on Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights. We play everything, including games like Skyjo, Five Crowns, Cover Your Assets, Ticket to Ride, Grifters, Avalon, and more. We welcome people of all experience levels and all ages. There is always someone willing to teach and always plenty of games to play.
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Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM |
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Maywood Public Library, 459 Maywood Avenue, Hackbarth Auditorium, Maywood, NJ, 07607 [View map] |
Learn to play Mah-jongg! Are you new to the game of mah-jongg? Join us for beginner sessions to learn how to play.