Monday Mahj at Guapo's
Join us for a fun, social Mahjong night in downtown Bethesda — with seating options for every level.
Includes heavy appetizers and a raffle, with prizes including an Oh My Mahjong mat.
This event is now SOLD OUT.
Coming Next: Monday Mahj With a Mission
Monday, May 18
Location to be announced
A social Mahjong evening with beginner-friendly tables — benefiting a local mental health organization in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
👉 Join the Mahj Over Matter list to be the first to hear when registration opens.
What Participants Are Saying:
“I took Jennifer’s one-night Mahj class at Guapo’s in December. Jennifer is a wonderful teacher — patient, clear, and really thorough. I highly recommend her instruction. And the food and drink at Guapo’s were an added bonus!”
--Hattie U., Guapo's December event
Join us for an evening of Mahjong, food, and community at Guapo’s in downtown Bethesda.
• Heavy shared appetizers
• One raffle ticket
• Open play tables for experienced players
• Mahj 101 mini-lesson for brand-new players
Hosted by Mahj Over Matter — where Mahjong meets community 💜
💜 Player Levels Explained
New Player (“Mahj 101”)
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 playing independently using the NMJL card.
In-Between Players (“Developing Confidence”)
If you’ve played before but would feel more comfortable at a beginner-friendly table, please complete the Beginner-Friendly Table Request Form before registering.
This helps ensure there’s enough interest to form these tables and allows for thoughtful table placement.
If you’d prefer more structured coaching, you may wish to take a Mahj 102 or Mahj 201 lesson first.
Our goal is always to match you with the right table for your comfort and enjoyment!
Event Details
🕓 Schedule
Check-In & Mingling: 6:00 – 6:30 PM
Optional Setup Support (arrive early): 5:45 PM
Event: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
• New Players: Mahj 101 Mini-Lesson
• Open Play: Tables organized for independent players
Raffle Drawing: 8:15 PM — must be present to win
📍 Location & Parking
Guapo’s Restaurant
8130 Wisconsin Avenue, Downtown Bethesda
Ample parking is available in the public garage, located directly across the street from the back entrance on Woodmont Ave. (via the American Inn).
🍴 Food & Drink
Your ticket includes a selection of shared heavy appetizers prepared by Guapo’s, served during the event.
Guapo’s full dinner and bar menu will also be available for purchase, including a variety of $6 mocktails.
Please note that Guapo’s is not a kosher restaurant, and menu substitutions are limited to what is available in-house. If you have dietary restrictions, feel free to email Jennifer@MahjOverMatter.com in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
💺 Seating Requests
If you’re attending with friends, there’s a space on the checkout form to list who you’d like to sit with.
We’ll do our best to accommodate all seating requests!
Buying multiple tickets? Please include your guests’ names in the Guest Information field so we can properly greet everyone upon arrival.
📋 Refunds & Policies
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. If you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend — just email Jennifer@MahjOverMatter.com with their name so we can update our list.
Events start promptly, so please arrive during the check-in window to ensure seating.
In the rare case of event cancellation, all ticket holders will receive a full refund.