Open play seating is SOLD OUT.
Limited Mahj 101 new player lesson seats remain.
Monday Mahj With A Mission
at Kumbia
May 18 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Kumbia • Rockville Town Center
A Mahjong fundraiser for Mental Health Awareness Month, benefiting EveryMind
What’s Included
Enjoy a lively evening of Mahjong, community, and great food at Kumbia in Rockville Town Center.
Your ticket includes:
• Hearty shared appetizers
• Open play on designer Mahjong sets
• A guided Mahj 101 mini-lesson option for new players
• Beginner-friendly table opportunities for those still building confidence
• One raffle ticket (additional tickets available at the event — $5 each or 5 for $20)
• The chance to win a designer Mahjong tile set and other special prizes
• Drinks available for purchase at happy hour pricing
A portion of proceeds, along with all raffle ticket sales, benefits EveryMind.
Hosted by Mahj Over Matter — where Mahjong meets community.
Why This Night Matters
May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
This event supports EveryMind, a local nonprofit providing life-saving mental health services across the DC metro region. Their work includes the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, school-based support for students, and community programs serving veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, immigrant communities, and promoting mental health literacy for all.
Mahjong is more than just a game — it’s a way to connect, engage, and feel part of something. Research has shown that social, intellectually engaging activities like Mahjong can support emotional wellbeing, particularly by fostering connection and reducing feelings of isolation.
It’s something I see at every table: people learning, connecting, and leaving feeling more uplifted than when they arrived.
Bringing people together around Mahjong — while supporting a meaningful cause — feels especially powerful.
Learn more about EveryMind
Mahj 101 New Player Seats Still Available
Mahj 101 Ticket
New to Mahjong? Don’t know a pung from a kong?
Enjoy a welcoming introduction to Mahjong — while supporting Mental Health Awareness Month.
Join a small-group Mahj 101 mini-lesson designed to teach the fundamentals and get you playing with confidence in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Includes:
• Guided Mahj 101 mini-lesson
• Hearty shared appetizers
• One raffle ticket entry
• Chance to win a designer Mahjong tile set and other prizes
• Drinks available at happy hour pricing
$60
A portion of proceeds from event ticket sales, along with all raffle ticket sales, benefits EveryMind.
SOLD OUT
Open Play Ticket
For players who are comfortable jumping into a game using the NMJL card.
Enjoy an evening of Mahjong in a festive, social setting — while supporting Mental Health Awareness Month.
We’ll do our best to incorporate beginner-friendly tables for those who are still building confidence.
Includes:
• Open play on beautiful designer Mahjong sets
• Hearty shared appetizers
• One raffle ticket entry
• Chance to win a designer Mahjong tile set and other prizes
• Drinks available at happy hour pricing
$60
A portion of proceeds from event ticket sales, along with all raffle ticket sales, benefits EveryMind.
This Ticket Level Is Sold Out. Be among the first to hear about future open play events, workshops, and beginner-friendly Mahjong opportunities:
🎁 Special Raffle Highlight
One lucky guest will win a designer Mahjong tile set — plus additional prizes including gift cards and Mahjong-themed items.
Additional raffle tickets available at the event:
$5 each or 5 for $20
💜 Player Levels Explained
Mahj 101 (Beginner Lesson)
For those brand new to Mahjong — you’ll learn the basics, including tile names, how to read the NMJL card, and how to begin forming hands.
Open Play
For players who are comfortable jumping into a game using the NMJL card.
Building Confidence?
If you’ve played before but would feel more comfortable at a beginner-friendly table, please complete the Beginner-Friendly Table Request Form after registering.
This helps ensure there’s enough interest to form these tables and allows for thoughtful table placement.
You’re also welcome to arrive a bit early for a quick refresher on setup, dealing, and the Charleston.
During open play, this is not a coached event, but we’ll do our best to seat you in a way that supports your comfort and confidence.
If you’re looking for more structured guidance, you may wish to take a Mahj 102 or Mahj 201 lesson.
Our goal is always to match you with the right table for your comfort and enjoyment!
Event Details
🕓 Schedule
Optional Setup Refresher (arrive early): 5:45 PM
For those who would benefit from a quick review of setup, dealing, and the Charleston.
Check-In & Mingling: 6:00 – 6:30 PM
Raffle tickets available for purchase
Event: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
• Mahj 101 mini-lesson for new players
• Open play for independent players
Raffle Drawing: 8:15 PM — must be present to win
📍 Location & Parking
Kumbia Restaurant
100 B Gibbs St.
Rockville, MD 20850
Parking is available in the surface lots and garages throughout Rockville Town Center, including nearby at Trader Joe’s.
🍴 Food & Drink
Your ticket includes a selection of shared appetizers prepared by Kumbia and served throughout the evening.
Kumbia’s full dinner and bar menu will also be available for individual purchase, including drinks at happy hour pricing.
Please note: Kumbia is not a kosher restaurant, and menu substitutions are limited to what is available in-house. If you have dietary restrictions, please email jennifer@mahjovermatter.com in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
💺 Seating Requests
Attending with friends? There is space at checkout to list who you’d like to sit with. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests.
Purchasing multiple tickets? Please include your guests’ names in the Guest Information field so we can greet everyone properly at check-in.
📋 Refunds & Policies
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
If you’re unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend. Please email Jennifer@MahjOverMatter.com with their name so we can update our list.
Events begin promptly — please arrive during the check-in window to ensure proper seating.
In the rare event of cancellation, all ticket holders will receive a full refund.