Customized experience for your group online or in-person (Greater Boston + Cape Cod). We come to you. Email us thecanastaconnection@gmail.com to inquire and book.
To inquire about private classes email thecansataconnection@gmail.com.
Beginner Canasta (Week 1) at Waban Library
Learn to Play Modern American Canasta Series
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Tuesdays 2-4pm 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (5 week series)
*If you know the basics but want more practice with a specific topic and guided play, it is possible to sign up for individual dates. Just send us an email. $45 per individual class.
Mahjong Guided Play at Waban Library
Mahjong Guided Play: (choose one or multiple dates)
Cost: $35 pp, per date
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Requirements: Must know the basics of mahjong and be able to play a game (with some support). If you need help with the basics, check out our learn to play series.
Beginner Mahjong Week 1 at Waban Library
Waban Library, Newton from 12:15-2:15pm
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11
Cost: $150 pp for the full 3 weeks
*No prior experience needed!
Beginner Canasta Week 2 at Waban Library
Learn to Play Modern American Canasta Series
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Tuesdays 2-4pm 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (5 week series)
*If you know the basics but want more practice with a specific topic and guided play, it is possible to sign up for individual dates. Just send us an email. $45 per individual class.
Beginner Mahjong Week 1 at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel, Cambridge
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 3/2, 3/9, 3/16
Cost: $150 pp for the full 3 weeks
*Complimentary Parking
Food and drink available for purchase from the Mahjong Inspired Menu
*Option to sign up for individual weeks; see agenda
Mahjong Guided Play at Waban Library
Mahjong Guided Play: (choose one or multiple dates)
Cost: $35 pp, per date
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Requirements: Must know the basics of mahjong and be able to play a game (with some support). If you need help with the basics, check out our learn to play series.
Beginner Mahjong Week 2 at Waban Library
Waban Library, Newton from 12:15-2:15pm
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11
Cost: $150 pp for the full 3 weeks
*No prior experience needed!
Beginner Mahjong Week 1 at Nest
Nest shop in Warren, RI
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 3/5, 3/12, 3/19
Cost: $175 pp for the full 3 weeks includes light snacks
*No prior experience needed!
Beginner Mahjong Week 2 at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel, Cambridge
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 3/2, 3/9, 3/16
Cost: $150 pp for the full 3 weeks
*Complimentary Parking
Food and drink available for purchase from the Mahjong Inspired Menu
*Option to sign up for individual weeks; see agenda
Beginner Canasta Week 3 at Waban Library
Learn to Play Modern American Canasta Series
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Tuesdays 2-4pm 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (5 week series)
*If you know the basics but want more practice with a specific topic and guided play, it is possible to sign up for individual dates. Just send us an email. $45 per individual class.
Mahjong Guided Play at Waban Library
Mahjong Guided Play: (choose one or multiple dates)
Cost: $35 pp, per date
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Requirements: Must know the basics of mahjong and be able to play a game (with some support). If you need help with the basics, check out our learn to play series.
Beginner Mahjong Week 3 at Waban Library
Waban Library, Newton from 12:15-2:15pm
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11
Cost: $150 pp for the full 3 weeks
*No prior experience needed!
Beginner Mahjong Week 2 at Nest
Nest shop in Warren, RI
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 3/5, 3/12, 3/19
Cost: $175 pp for the full 3 weeks includes light snacks
*No prior experience needed!
Beginner Mahjong Week 3 at Kimpton Marlowe Hotel
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel, Cambridge
Learn To Play (3 week series)
Dates: 3/2, 3/9, 3/16
Cost: $150 pp for the full 3 weeks
*Complimentary Parking
Food and drink available for purchase from the Mahjong Inspired Menu
*Option to sign up for individual weeks; see agenda
Beginner Canasta Week 4 at Waban Library
Learn to Play Modern American Canasta Series
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Tuesdays 2-4pm 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (5 week series)
*If you know the basics but want more practice with a specific topic and guided play, it is possible to sign up for individual dates. Just send us an email. $45 per individual class.
Mahjong Guided Play at Waban Library
Mahjong Guided Play: (choose one or multiple dates)
Cost: $35 pp, per date
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Requirements: Must know the basics of mahjong and be able to play a game (with some support). If you need help with the basics, check out our learn to play series.
Beginner Canasta Week 5 at Waban Library
Learn to Play Modern American Canasta Series
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Tuesdays 2-4pm 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24 (5 week series)
*If you know the basics but want more practice with a specific topic and guided play, it is possible to sign up for individual dates. Just send us an email. $45 per individual class.
Mahjong Guided Play at Waban Library
Mahjong Guided Play: (choose one or multiple dates)
Cost: $35 pp, per date
Dates: 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Requirements: Must know the basics of mahjong and be able to play a game (with some support). If you need help with the basics, check out our learn to play series.
2/8 Mahjong and Canasta Social Play
February 8th from 1-4pm
Marriott Hotel: Newton
Mahjong and Canasta Social Play + Intro to Mahjong lesson
Canasta and Mahjong guided and open play. Mahjong and canasta themed cocktails available for purchase. Win raffle prizes.
Beyond Beginner Canasta (Needham)
Tuesdays 6pm-8pm November 18th-December 16th (No Class Nov 25th)
Offered through Needham Community Education
Registration Begins August 14th
Canasta for Beginners (Newton)
Mondays 10:00am-12:00pm 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1
Offered through the JCC of Greater Boston. Register here FULL, join the waitlist
Beginner Mahjong (Newton)
Learn the basics of American Mahjong, following NMJL rules in this four class series.
Beyond Beginner Canasta with Bev
Thursdays 12:45pm-2:45pm 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6
Offered through the JCC of Greater Boston.Register here
CLASS FULL We recommend signing up for the waitlist. Also, send us a message if you want to learn but got closed out.
Canasta for Beginners with Bev
Thursdays 10:00am-12:00pm 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6
Offered through the JCC of Greater Boston. Register here
Canasta for Beginners with Bev
Tuesdays 6:00-8:30pm Sept 16th-October 21st (No Class Sep 23rd)
*First class on Sept 16th meets from 6-8pm. All remaining classes are 2.5 hours
Registration begins August 14th
Beginner Canasta with Bev (Orleans)
Orleans, Ma
Class forming now, June 2025. Class time and dates TBD based on mutual availability. Times listed in this event post are not confirmed.
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Beginner Mahjong (with Emily)
Dates: Saturday May 3rd and Saturday May 10th from 9:30am-12:30pm
Includes a ticket to Mahjong and Canasta Social Play at Donut Villa Diner on Monday May 12th from 7-9pm
Location: Watertown, MA private, pet-free home-must be able to climb one flight of stairs. Address will be sent after registration.
Cost: $140 per person. Must also purchase a 2025 NMJL card (recommend large print-$15). This is not included in the class price. Payment by Cash or Check. Details sent after registration.
Beginner Canasta with Emily (Newton)
JCC of Greater Boston
Thursdays 4:30-6:30pm 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29
Beyond Beginner Canasta (with Bev): Newton
Mondays 9:30-12:00 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19
Location: JCC of Greater Boston
Register Here Class Full, Join Waitlist
Mahjong and Canasta Social Play
Choose to play mahjong or canasta. Must have basic knowledge of modern American canasta or American mahjong (NMJL rules). We provide all materials, supervise play and organize tables by level. Connect with the mahjong and canasta community!
Beginner Canasta (with Bev): Newton
Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16
Beginner Canasta (with Bev): Needham
Tuesdays 6:30-9:00pm 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15
*First class on 3/18 is from 6:30-8:30pm. All remaining classes are 2.5 hours.
CLASS FULL
Beginner Canasta (with Emily): Newburyport, Ma (North Shore)
Saturdays 10:00-1:00pm 3/1, 3/8, 3/15
To register: email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com
Location within Newburyport, Ma shared at registration.
Beginner Canasta with Emily (Arlington)
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26
6:30-8:30pm at Arlington High School
Canasta Review for Beginners (Newton)
CLASS IS FULL. Email to express interest in a future date.
Newton, Ma
February 14, 2025, from 10am-12:30pm
$50 per person
Join Bev for a one session canasta review. Must have learned the basics but want to refresh your memory or clarify some of the rules. The class will focus on supervised play and review of scoring, special hands, going out, and sevens, aces and wild cards.
Location at a private function room in Newton. Specifics shared at registration.
Email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com to register or ask for more details.
Beyond Beginner Mah Jongg (with Bev): Orleans
Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5
Location: Orleans Senior Center
Canasta for Beginners with Bev (Orleans)
Email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com to register.
January 9th, 16th, 23, 30th, February 6th 10am-12pm
Open Play: Canasta and Mahjong
Join Emily of the Canasta Connection at Moldova Restaurant and Cafe for Game Night: an evening of Modern American Canasta AND American Mah Jongg open play. Open play from 7-9pm. Choose your game! Arrive by 6pm if you would like to order dinner and mingle or play informally.
We are almost at capacity
Canasta Open Play (Arlington)
11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11
Modern American Canasta Open Play
6-6:30 Supervised play and strategy help. Get individualized attention.
6:30-8:30 Open play (semi-supervised). This will take place at the same time as the beginner class in an adjacent space.
8:30-Wrap up and opportunity for questions.
Canasta Open Play (Arlington)
11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11
Modern American Canasta Open Play
6-6:30 Supervised play and strategy help. Get individualized attention.
6:30-8:30 Open play (semi-supervised). This will take place at the same time as the beginner class in an adjacent space.
8:30-Wrap up and opportunity for questions.
Canasta Open Play (Arlington)
11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11
Modern American Canasta Open Play
6-6:30 Supervised play and strategy help. Get individualized attention.
6:30-8:30 Open play (semi-supervised). This will take place at the same time as the beginner class in an adjacent space.
8:30-Wrap up and opportunity for questions.
Canasta for Beginners with Bev (Needham)
Tuesday, Nov 12 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Tuesdays, Nov 19 - Dec 10 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Offered through Needham Community Education. Register here
CLASS FULL-Waitlist
Mah Jongg and Canasta Night at Temple Emanuel
Play canasta or mahjong, have a drink, and get connected to other canasta and mah jongg players. It is not a tournament. Let's bring together the Greater Boston Canasta Community and have fun playing! We will provide beverages, snacks and prizes (raffle style). Canasta Instructors Emily and Bev of the Canasta Connection will be circulating and offering Q&A and strategy help at tables.