Snippet 2023625 June Highlights and Future Happenings
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The schedule for recurring YouTube videos and livestreams is published on the events page.
This Month’s Highlights
Community NEWS
WORTH REPEATING: The National Mah Jongg League posted FAQs. If the bright colors on black are hard to read, consider reading Modern Mahjong’s version of the FAQs.
YouTube Channel
There is a new segment featuring Mahj Life Instructor Guild members! Events will be broadcasted on the second Thursday of the month as members apply to step into the spotlight. If you haven’t already done so, join the mailing list so you get notifications.
The Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg (WPMJ) Nitty-Gritty PRIMETIME Let’s Play Livestream will resume when the version is launched by Mahjong Time. Stay tuned for updates!
If you would like to help monitor chat during livestreams, consider volunteering as a moderator. Click to apply!
Speaking GIGs
None this month
Title: TBD
Registration: PENDING
If you want to see videos of past events, please visit Michele’s Speaking Engagements page.
Instructor Guild
New Members
The Mahj Life Instructor Guild is growing! Check out our new instructors:
- Patricia Ford, Shelby County, TN
- Allison Freeland, Miami-Dade County, FL
- Judy Pacanowski, Vilas County, WI
- Christine Hunt, Cook County, IL
- Nicki Landau, McLean County, IN
If you are new to mah jongg or already know how to play and just want to build your skills search the directory to find an instructor near you!
If you are an aspiring or current instructor, consider joining the guild!
New Features
Here are the latest features added to the instructor guild:
- Enhanced directory (public content)
- Merit Program for Instructors, American Mah Jongg Quest Rules Trek Microbadge pre-launch, released June TBD, 2023 (public content; members-only program)
- Instructor Spotlight Let’s Play Livestream; first episode featuring Ronni Rice, serving Greater Los Angeles, CA
Merit Program for Instructors
The Merit Program for Instructors (MPI) is designed to provide a means for American mah jongg instructors to test their knowledge of the game with the potential to earn microcredentials. Congratulations to these instructors for their achievements.
AMJ Quest Rules Trek Microbadge
- NONE THIS MONTH
If you are an aspiring or current instructor, consider joining the Mahj Life Instructor Guild so you can participate in the Merit Program for Instructors to show that you have the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as an American mah jongg instructor.
Changes to the Wiki
New
MAHJONG, WHICH VERSION TO LEARN FIRST (Article 202)
NO PENALTY FOR DISCARDING TO A SURE-WIN (Article 203)
NO PENALTY FOR MAKING A HAND PURE (Article 204)
Updated
HONG KONG MAHJONG (Article 164)
If you have an idea for a wiki article, please use this form to contribute content.
New Merch
Grunge Series/Whimsy Series: Underestimate me
Check out this index to find merch that resonates with you: https://mahjlife.com/merch-index/
Future Happenings
Speaking GIGs
July
07/TBD/2023 Virtual GIG Mah Jongg Maven
Title: To be announced
Registration: PENDING
November
11/02/2023 IN-PERSON GIG Irvine CA Merage JCC in Orange County, CA
Title: 2023 NMJL Card Scoop with Tips for a Smooth Transition
Registration: PENDING
11/08/2023 IN-PERSON GIG San Diego, CA
Title: To be announced
Registration: PENDING