Bridge and Mah Jongg


Bridge


Bridge: Total Beginner
Bridge is a wonderful social game that can be played on many levels, each of them providing a good mental workout. This class will introduce you to bridge as it is played today. The goal will be to learn the basics of bridge bidding and playing. This class is for beginners and those who are returning to the game after being away for decades, as well of those in need of refreshing their basic bridge skills. Instructor Mary Watson-Stribula has been teaching bridge in both New Canaan and Ridgefield for over seven years. She is currently working towards her life master designation. She is an enthusiastic and patient bridge teacher. Class size limited.

7 Sessions $ 178 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 151)
Mon., 4/8, 29; 5/6, 13, 20; 6/3, 10 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Annex. NOTE: No class 4/15, 22; 5/27.


Bridge: Intermediate - Play of the Hand
This class is for bridge players who completed the fall class “doubles and more doubles” and others who would like to join. Focus will be on play of the hand - developing plan and considering alternatives that can lead to success. Using promotion and length, finesses, and ruffing and discarding, declarers will improve their chances for success. Instructor Mary Watson-Stribula has been teaching bridge in both New Canaan and Ridgefield for over seven years. She is currently working towards her life master designation. She is an enthusiastic and patient bridge teacher. Class size limited.

7 Sessions $ 178 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 151)
Thur., 4/4, 11, 25; 5/2, 9, 16, 30 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Annex. NOTE: No class 4/18; 5/23.


Mah Jongg


Mah Jongg for Beginners
One bam..two crack! Never heard those words? In this course you'll not only learn what they mean, but will discover an exciting game that is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. When you take this class, you will learn from square one. Or should I say tile one! This primer is very basic and will have you playing in no time. Attendance at the first class is a must. You will learn rules of the game as sanctioned by the National Mah Jongg League. Please bring the current National Mah Jongg League card to the first class (see notes below). If you own a Mah Jongg set bring it to class (do not run out and buy one). Come join me to learn this entertaining, social and most enjoyable game. Instructor Sybl Falik started playing Mah Jongg as a young mother, as a way to socialize. Quickly Mah Jongg became a passion, and she used this game to meet friends by teaching the game to women. I hope you will develop a love for this game as I have.

6 Sessions $ 153 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 130)
Mon., 4/29; 5/6, 13, 20; 6/3, 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Annex. NOTE: No class 5/27.

6 Sessions $ 153 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 130)
Tue., 4/30; 5/7, 14, 21, 28; 6/4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Veterans Park School.

You'll need the 2024 National Mah Jongg League card for the classes starting April 29 and 30. The Large Print Edition card is recommended.

Mah Jongg Card for 2023 and 2024 -- email ridgefieldcontinuingeducation@gmail.com if you have questions about the card.

National Mah Jongg League: phone number is (212) 246-3052 and web site is nationalmahjonggleague.org