Gameplay
Mah Jongg Lessons
Never played Mah Jongg, or rusty and looking for a refresher? Learn the National Mah Jongg League card and rules, including suits and tile names, game set up, understanding the card, open and closed hands, dealing and more. Ample time for discussion and open play. Mah Jongg sets and loaner cards provided.
NOVICE MAH JONGG (MORNING)
Instructor: Lisa Cohen Quay
Wednesday 10:00am – 12:15pm
Sep 11-Oct 09 (5 Classes)
Member $140.00 / Regular $160.00
A6074AM Register
NOVICE MAH JONGG (EVENING)
Instructor: Jackie Krystal
Monday 6:45pm – 8:45pm
Oct 28-Dec 09 (6 Classes)
Member $160.00 / Regular $180.00
A6072PM – please email lisa@jccgv.bc.ca to register.
NEW “JEWISH” MAH JONGG FOR MAHJONG PLAYERS
Instructor: Jackie Krystal
This class will teach the National Mah Jongg League version of Mah Jongg (AKA “Jewish” Mah Jongg) to players already familiar with Hong Kong, Chinese or another version of the game. We will provide tile sets and NMJL cards for use during the class. Players new to mah jongg or looking for a NMJL refresher should register for a different class.
Tuesday 6:45pm – 8:45pm
Oct 22-Nov 05 (3 Classes)
Member $75.00 / Regular $85.00
A6076PM Register
Canasta Lessons
Learn to play the Canasta League of America version of this popular card game. Course will include dealing, scoring, special hands, signaling, and strategies to enhance your game. Ample time for discussion and open play. All materials provided.
NOVICE CANASTA
Instructor: Lisa Cohen Quay
Tuesday 2:00pm – 4:15pm
Nov 12-Dec 10 (5 Classes)
Member $140.00 / Regular $160.00
A6075PM Register
NOVICE CANASTA (EVENING)
Instructor: Jackie Krystal
Wednesday 6:45pm – 8:45pm
Nov 06-Dec 11 (6 Classes)
Member $160.00 / Regular $180.00
A6070PM Register
Facilitator: Lisa Cohen Quay
There are 3 ingredients to keep your brain ‘plastic’: challenge, novelty and focused attention. Come FLEX YOUR BRAIN in these fast-paced sessions of individual and small group games, puzzles and more to challenge your cognitive connections. Enhance your neuroplasticity, have fun, and discover your next favorite game/puzzle!
Mondays 11:30am – 12:15pm
in the Waldman Library Reading Room
Drop in, toonie donation appreciated.
FREE FOR JCC MEMBERS. Non members purchase Game Time punch card $30 for 10 plays.
MONDAY SCRABBLE
Looking for players keen for a friendly, weekly Scrabble game.
Monday 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Materials provided.
Contact lisa@jccgv.bc.ca or 604-638-7283
MAH JONGG
Bring your 4-some or form a table with other players, using the National Mah Jongg League rules. Sets provided Please bring your NMJL card.
Wednesday 1:00pm – 3:30pm
POKER
Dealer rotates so games vary from 7-card draw, 5-card stud, deuces wild and others. Contact volunteer Ed Pascal at 604-553-1072.
Mon & Wed 1:00pm – 3:30pm
CANASTA
Bring your 4-some or meet other players to form a table. Cards, trays and racks provided or bring your own.
Monday 1:00pm – 3:30pm
Need help registering?
Call our team:
604-257-5111