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When: October 23rd 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMWhere: 2419 Village Green Place, Champaign, IL 61822
Trade the usual date night for something completely different.
Grab your favorite person and join us for Mahjong 101 for Couples, a fun, interactive date-night experience designed specifically for two people to learn American Mahjong together.
No experience is necessary. In fact, that's part of the fun.
Join Jennifer Liagridonis as she takes you both from “What do all these tiles mean?” to understanding the fundamentals of American Mahjong and actually beginning to play.
You'll learn side by side, laugh through the mistakes, practice together and leave with the skills to continue playing long after date night is over.
Learn together. Play together. And maybe discover which one of you is a little more competitive.
A Date Night You Can Take Home
Dinner and drinks are great but this date night gives you something you can enjoy together again and again.
Mahjong is social, strategic, a little competitive and incredibly fun once you get the hang of it. After learning the basics at Grovestone, take your new skills home, pour a glass of wine, put on some music and play together.
Better yet, invite another couple over and turn what you learned into your own Mahjong double date.
It's a date night that doesn't have to end when the evening does.
Come Early & Make a Night of It
Our wine bar and café will be open before class, so arrive early and enjoy a glass of wine, handcrafted cocktail, refreshing mocktail or freshly roasted organic coffee together before the lesson begins.
We'll also be serving complimentary fresh bread with Grovestone's premium extra virgin olive oils, barrel-aged balsamic vinegars, signature bread dipping seasonings and additional gourmet tastings throughout the evening.
Sip. Snack. Laugh. Learn. Play.
That's our kind of date night.
Here's What You'll Learn
✔ Understanding the Mahjong tiles
✔ Reading the National Mah Jongg League® playing card
✔ Building winning hands
✔ The Charleston (tile exchange)
✔ Basic rules and game play
✔ Beginner strategy and tips
✔ Mahjong etiquette
✔ Guided hands-on practice
Your Couples Registration Includes
✔ Admission for two guests
✔ Live instruction from Jennifer Liagridonis
✔ All Mahjong sets, racks, tiles and learning materials
✔ Guided hands-on practice
✔ Complimentary fresh bread
✔ Premium olive oil tastings
✔ Barrel-aged balsamic vinegar tastings
✔ Signature bread dipping seasonings
✔ Additional gourmet tastings
✔ Special event-day shopping discount
Please note: This experience is sold by the couple. One registration admits two guests.
Meet Another Couple & Start Playing
American Mahjong is traditionally played with four players, which makes this event especially fun for couples.
During guided game play, you'll be paired with another couple so you can begin experiencing an actual four-player game together.
Who knows? You may leave with more than a new hobby—you might meet another couple to invite over for your next Mahjong night.
Continue Your Mahjong Journey
Love the game? We'll have a curated collection of American Mahjong products available for purchase before and after class, including:
✔ Premium American Mahjong game sets
✔ Official National Mah Jongg League® Annual Cards (when available)
✔ Mahjong accessories and gifts
✔ Mahjong merchandise
You'll also be among the first to learn about Grovestone's upcoming Mahjong classes, open play sessions, social gatherings, leagues, tournaments and special Mahjong events.
Make Your Next Date Night a Little More Interesting
You could go out for dinner again.
Or you could learn something new together.
Mahjong 101 for Couples is designed for couples who want to get out, have some fun, try something different and discover a game they can continue enjoying at home with each other and with friends.
No Mahjong experience is necessary for either guest.
Reserve your date night early.
About the Class
This beginner-friendly class provides live instruction, guided hands-on play and all Mahjong equipment needed during the lesson.
American Mahjong is played with four players, so couples will be paired with another couple during portions of guided game play.
Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy wine, cocktails, mocktails, coffee and Grovestone's complimentary gourmet tastings before class begins.
Must be 21 years of age.
Bonus
🎉 Each guest will receive a special discount on American Mahjong merchandise, Grovestone Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Barrel-Aged Balsamic Vinegars, Spices, Rubs and Bread Dipping Seasonings purchased during the event.
Cancellation Policy
There are no refunds or credits. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another couple at no additional charge. Please email [email protected] with the new attendees' names, phone numbers and email addresses before the class begins.
If you have questions regarding your reservation, please contact us at [email protected].
Food Allergy Information
Complimentary food tastings will be served during the event. Our facilities are not food allergen or gluten-free, and we are unable to accommodate all dietary requests.
Our food may contain or come into contact with dairy, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish and other common allergens. While we take precautions to minimize cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.
Please contact us before registering if you have food allergies or dietary concerns.
Photography
Participants grant Grovestone permission to take photographs and/or video recordings for use on Grovestone's website, social media, publications, educational materials and promotional content. By registering, participants acknowledge that these images may be used without compensation.
Please Note
• One registration admits two guests.
• This is a couples-only Mahjong 101 experience.
• No previous Mahjong experience is necessary.
• All Mahjong equipment is provided during class.
• Guests are welcome to arrive early to enjoy beverages and socialize.
• Instructors, class content and event schedules are subject to change.
• Classes are subject to cancellation or rescheduling if necessary.
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