Calling families with kids of all ages! Gather your loved ones for a joyful afternoon of play, learning, and cultural connection at Mahjong Together: Family Game Day, hosted by Bo & Mei in partnership with The Mahjong Project, held at NYC’s Welcome to Chinatown.

Founders Mai Truong (Bo & Mei) and Nicole Wong (The Mahjong Project and author of Mahjong: House Rules from Across the Asian Diaspora) are excited to co-host this unique, family-friendly mahjong event out of a shared belief: mahjong is more than a game — it’s a bridge between generations, a way for families to gather, connect, and keep cultural traditions alive.

This event is also a celebration of the launch of Bo & Mei’s Mahjong Together, the first-ever classic mahjong set designed for kids and families, and the recently published and widely celebrated book Mahjong: House Rules from Across the Asian Diaspora by Nicole Wong.

This special gathering will feature guided mahjong learning, books sold by Yu & Me Books, snacks from Yun Hai Taiwanese Pantry, crafts, storytelling, food, and community fun.

Program Highlights

LEARN

• Instructor-led mahjong learning: Families will learn step-by-step through guided play — with tables set up for every skill level, from simplified games for children ages 3+ to full mahjong rounds for adults and seasoned players.

PLAY

• Open play mahjong: Tables available for playing without guided instruction.
• Soft play mahjong zone: Explore an inviting, hands-on play area featuring Mahjong Together’s extra large foam mahjong tiles — perfect for little ones to build, stack, and play safely while older family members learn the game.

• Storytime puzzle corner: Explore Bo & Mei’s Little Legends Story Puzzles through cultural storytelling and play.
• Extra large Mahjong Together group play: In the last hour of the event, join in an interactive group play session using Mahjong Together’s extra large foam tiles — an energetic way for kids and families to play mahjong, together.

MAKE

• Arts & crafts stations: Create mahjong-inspired crafts and keepsakes to take home.
• Photo booth: Capture your family’s favorite moments.

SHOP

• Marketplace: Shop Mahjong Together, exclusive merchandise, Nicole Wong’s book, and more — perfect for meaningful holiday gifts.
• Author meet-and-greet with Nicole Wong: Meet the author of Mahjong: House Rules from Across the Asian Diaspora and get your book signed.

EAT

• Food & refreshments: Enjoy bites from our favorite Chinatown restaurants while you play and connect.

Good to Know

• Wheelchair-accessible venue
• Quiet corners available for sensory breaks, low stimulation play
• This event will be documented for recap and promotional purposes. By reserving a ticket, attendees consent to photo and video documentation but can opt out at check-in by requesting a “no-media” sticker.

Hosts

Bo & Mei creates modern games, puzzles, and activities that bring culture to life through play—helping families connect, learn, celebrate, and pass down traditions with love.

The Mahjong Project preserves mahjong’s heritage and empowers new generations to play and connect.

Hosted by Welcome to Chinatown, supporting the vitality of Chinatown’s local community and businesses.

Partners

Media Partner: Mother Tongue Media is a creative studio rooted in anti-tokenism of the Asian diaspora worldwide.

Event Design Partner: Juliette Paige, of Rookie Move, is a designer who creates physical things, spaces, and experiences that bring people together and evoke emotion.

Books sold by Yu and Me Books, the first female Asian American owned bookstore in NYC, located in historical Manhattan Chinatown. They focus on featuring strong, diverse voices, with a highlight on immigrant stories.

A selection of snacks provided by Yun Hai, a Taiwanese pantry and shop that offers premium ingredients for Chinese and Taiwanese cooking. Visit Yun Hai’s physical store in Williamsburg, or shop their collection online.