November 18 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
This program is only open to members of the JCC and/or 60 & Better Center. You can learn more about our 60 & Better Center here or contact Melissa Shrimplin at 513.761.7500 ext. 1218.
The history of Mah Jongg is deeply intertwined with the Jewish community, particularly in the United States. The game, which originated in China, was brought to America by Joseph Babcock in the early 20th century. Babcock changed the numbers on the tiles to numerals familiar to Americans and introduced Mah Jongg to the American market. Come learn Mah Jongg’s evolution from a Chinese gambling game to a symbol of Jewish American identity and the game’s enduring cultural significance.
