ERJCC Annelise Heinz, author of Mahjong: A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture – Merfish Teen Center

Dot, Crack, Bam and that familiar clicking sound of mahjong tiles has fostered distinct social cultures in the United States. As the game made its way from China to the US, it caught on in a wide variety of settings and a range of socioeconomic groups. Annelise Heinz utilizes photographs, advertisements and the rich history of the beloved game that’s connected individuals and communities. Join us with your friends for lunch, mimosas, and mahj after Annelise’s event.