Chow... Pung... Kong... MAH JONG! This ancient Chinese game was extremely popular in the 50's -- and is NOTHING like the computer solitaire game. To get you started, here's a link to some good, brief rules: http://santiago.mapache.org/games/mahjon…

“ I'd like to see a LGBT singles group ”

“ Hi there, I've recently started playing Mah Jongg and would like to find a group in the area. Although a beginner, I have caught on very quickly according to an experienced player. I am particularly interested in evening or weekend play. ”

“ I love to listen to ART BELL, now GEOGE NOREY on Coast to Coast AM. I am open to learning about anything in the para normal, open to discussions about possibilities, theories, personal experiences. Hope to hear soon! ”

“ I love to play Mah Jongg and Bunko and live in Coronado occasionally. This season (2008), it will be March, June, and July. I would like to meet ladies in the community and can hostess a monthly Bunko and weekly Mah Jongg game in June or July. ”

“ Mahjong is such a fun game to play! It's even better with fun, easygoing players to play with!! I like to laugh and have fun during gameplay...so please let me know if you need a player like me! ;O) ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to play more Mah- Jongg. I play in 4 groups now and want more. The Carlsbad Senior center has 8AM games on Tuesday and Wednesday. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to learn how to play mahjong. I already play cribbage but am new in San Juan Cap. and don't have anyone to play it with. ”

“ Hi there: I'm originally from Michigan/Wisconsin and have been in California for about 11 years. Time flies! I work for UCSD and live in San Diego. I'd like to learn how to play! ”

“ I live in Pacific Beach and would like to create a mah jong group either here in PB or in La Jolla. I am an experienced player and would like to play with similar players if possible. ”

“ I want local Mah Jong Meetups because I would like to learn how to play it. ”

“ Hey, kids! Being an adult is one thing, but being a grown-up is quite another. Fun is always important. ”

“ I am looking for local Mah Jong Meetups because when my Chinese mother in law visits from NY, she loves to play :) ”

“ I want local Mah Jong Meetups because i wanna play mahjong while meeting new peeps. LaDiEz!!!! Holla!!! ”

“ Hi: I am in San Diego and play NMJL rules. I also run tournaments and mah jongg cruises. I love the game. I would like to organize some day tournaments here in San Diego. ”

“ I live downtown San Diego and love playing Mah Jong. I would like to join a group to start playing again - open to all locations. ”