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The Hook & Plow | Hermosa Beach
League Details
Tuesdays, 11:30–2:00 PM
October 6, 13, 20 & 27
Your ticket includes:
League registration
Two hours of Mahjong play each week
Light lunch served each league day
This league is designed for friendly competition among Mahjong players of all levels who are comfortable playing independently. All players will use the 2026 National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card.
How the League Works
Players earn points each week based on their individual game results. Scores are cumulative across all four weeks.
At the end of the season, the player with the highest cumulative score will be crowned League Champion and take home a beautiful set of Mahjong tiles from Beck + Brix Home.
Mahjong players also receive 20% off at Beck + Brix Home on the day they play.
In-store only. Same-day purchases.
Weekly Play
Players check in upon arrival and receive a randomly assigned table.
Please arrive on time. A 5-minute grace period will be allowed before the first game begins. Late players may need to wait until the next game to join.
Players may not change tables or swap players unless instructed by the league organizer.
Each table plays for two hours.
Tables may play as many games as they can within the two-hour session, but only the first three completed games count toward that week’s league score.
Players must use the 2026 NMJL card.
Scoring
This league uses a simplified version of NMJL scoring. There are no standard NMJL penalty deductions during play.
Hand Value: The player who declares Mahjong receives the value of the winning hand listed on the NMJL card.
Pick Your Own Mahjong: +10 points when a player draws the tile needed to declare Mahjong.
No-Joker Bonus: +20 points when a winning hand contains no jokers.
No bonus is awarded for Singles & Pairs hands, which do not allow jokers. A joker exchanged from an exposure does not count as a joker in the final hand.
Wall Game: +10 points to each player when all tiles are used and no one declares Mahjong. A player whose hand is dead does not receive the bonus.
Incomplete Game: If a game is not completed within the allotted time, no points are awarded.
Scorecards & Standings
Each table will have a scorecard for the evening.
Players will work together to record scores for the first three completed games.
Each player is responsible for reviewing and confirming their own scores.
All players must initial the scorecard before it is turned in.
Scorecards must be submitted to the league organizer at the end of the session. Scores cannot be counted if a scorecard is forgotten or lost.
Scores and standings will be shared weekly.
League Standings
Scores are cumulative across all four weeks, so every week counts.
At the end of Week 4:
🥇 1st Place: Highest cumulative score
🥈 2nd Place: Second-highest cumulative score
🥉 3rd Place: Third-highest cumulative score
Tie Breaker: In the event of a tie, tied players will roll dice. The highest roll wins.
Attendance Policy
By registering, players are committing to all four sessions. We understand that things come up, so if you need to miss a week:
Find a substitute of a similar playing level, or
Provide at least 24 hours’ notice of your absence.
No-show without notice: 10 points will be deducted from your cumulative league score.
League Rules
Our league follows the National Mah Jongg League rules for American Mah Jongg, with the simplified scoring outlined above.
Most importantly, this is a social league with friendly competition. We want everyone to have fun, meet other Mahjong players, and enjoy the experience!
There are no blanks or extra jokers used in league play.
If a dispute or rules question arises, Jenn of Southbay Mahjong Society will make the final decision.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
All sales are final. Due to limited space, league registrations are non-refundable and cannot be transferred.
Let's celebrate the kids being back in school!
Mahj open play at MCC, members and nonmembers welcomed
Games begin at 11am
Mahj queen crowned at 1pm (whoever gets the most wins goes home with a prize!)
Hosted by Kate Slagle & Jenn Palmieri
Text us with any seating requests
Learn how to play American Mahjong on the beautiful Waterleaf Home patio within Metlox Plaza! MahJenn is partnering with Waterleaf for MahJenn 101, an introductory mahjong lesson for beginners without any prior experience. Meet the tiles, review the card, learn the National Mah Jongg League rules. MahJenn 102 is also available. Everything you need to learn and play will be provided.
Start time: 10:30am
Duration: 2 hours
Location: 1210 Morningside Dr, Manhattan Beach
Space is limited, ticket sales are final.
After you play mahjong, enjoy
15% Off at Waterleaf Home & Gift
Restrictions apply:
Must sign-up for Waterleaf with phone and email to receive discount.
No discount on jewelry, furniture, art, Flamingo Estate or special orders.
In-Store Only & Same Day.
Perfect for beginners! Learn the tiles, review the National Mah Jongg League rules and card, build walls, deal, charleston, and start playing a game! Book a lesson with 4 to 16 people, $80 per person. Evening lessons are $95 per person. Travel fee of $175 for lessons 60+ minutes away. Duration: 2.5 hours (use book now button above if you’re ready to schedule)
Builds on what you learned in MahJenn 101. Further discussion on the rules and more focus on strategy and etiquette. The lesson includes guided play. $80/person for groups of 3-16. I’ll bring everything, you provide the location and guest list. Duration: 2.5 hours (use book now button above if you’re ready to schedule)
Give your team something meaningful to learn and take with them for your next corporate event. Team-building mahjong lesson at your location of choice!
MahJenn Corporate Packages
Base $1,000
●Beginner lesson for up to 12 people, 3 hours
●1 instructor
●Printouts for each person
●Full mahjong table setup for up to 3 tables
●Travel fee of $100 if more than 30 minutes from Hermosa Beach
Premium $2,500
●Beginner lesson for up to 24 people, 3 hours
●Includes Jenn + 2 additional instructors
●Printouts for each person
●Full mahjong table setup for up to 6 tables
Platinum $3,500
●Beginner lesson for up to 24 people, 3 hours
●Includes Jenn + 2 additional instructors
●Laminated handouts for each person
●NMJL cards for each person
●Full mahjong table setup for up to 6 tables
●Winner prize (valued at $65+) for up to 6 tables
Customizable add-ons
●Procure tile sets for each attendee
●Company branding
●Theme decor
●Additional per person cost is $80
For distances longer than 1 hour from Hermosa Beach, please note a $200 travel fee
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