The Tile Society
A Modern Mahjong Social Club in New Jersey
A Modern Mahjong Social Club in New Jersey
Gather. Learn. Play. Connect.
A calm, beautifully curated space for Mahjong lessons, guided play, leagues, and social events.
Gather. Learn. Play. Connect.
A calm, beautifully curated space for Mahjong lessons, guided play, leagues, and social events.
Gather...
Gather...
For Mahjong and Book Club with Dear Reader
For Mahjong and Book Club with Dear Reader
Missed our first Hong Kong Mahjong Night? 🀄️✨
No worries — round two is coming up quickly and we’d love to have you join us at The Tile Society.
And if you’d like to join the book club portion of the evening, head over to Dear Reader Books to grab your copy. 📚
We’ll kick off the evening with our book club discussion before diving into the Hong Kong Mahjong lesson on Tuesday, June 16th.
Culture • Connection • Community 🤍
Mini Mahj'ers
Mini Mahj'ers
Ages 8 - 12
Ages 8 - 12
Mini Mahjong Series for Kids at The Tile Society 🀄✨
Give your child a fun, enriching after-school activity in a beautiful boutique setting. Our Mini Mahjong Series introduces kids ages 8–12 to the exciting game of Mahjong while building strategy, focus, confidence, memory, and social skills through play.
Perfect for beginners and returning players, each class is designed to be engaging, welcoming, and confidence-building. Kids will learn game basics, tile recognition, winning hands, and game etiquette while making new friends.
Session Dates:
Mondays: (registration closed)
Fridays: 5/29, 6/5, 6/12
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
If you're searching for kids activities, after-school classes, enrichment programs, strategy games for kids, Mahjong lessons for children, or social clubs for kids, this is the perfect fit.
Spots are limited. Reserve your seat today at The Tile Society.
About the Tile Society
About the Tile Society
Gather | Learn | Play
Gather | Learn | Play
The Tile Society is a mahjong studio in Wyckoff, NJ offering beginner and intermediate lessons, competitive leagues, and curated social events throughout the New Jersey tri-state area.
Designed for connection, curiosity, and learning. More than a place to play, it’s a thoughtfully curated space where people gather to engage their minds, build community, and enjoy the ritual of Mahjong in a welcoming, judgment-free environment.
Founded on the belief that Mahjong is both a game and a practice, The Tile Society offers structured instruction, guided play, private lessons, and social sessions for players at every stage—from beginners learning the tiles to seasoned players looking to refine their strategy. We approach Mahjong as a “CrossFit for the brain”: stimulating, social, and deeply rewarding.
Our atmosphere is warm, inclusive, and intentionally calm. We value good manners, mutual respect, and a shared love of the game. Whether you come alone or with friends, you’ll find yourself part of a community that values focus, laughter, and meaningful connection—without pressure or pretense.
At its core, The Tile Society is about gathering with purpose: learning something new, staying mentally sharp, and creating space in your life for play, presence, and people.
Erika Palmer
Erika Palmer
Founder
Founder
Erika Palmer is the founder of Gather Create Nourish, a wellness-rooted community centered on connection and care, and the creator of The Tile Society, its Mahjong collective. Erika’s Mahjong journey began in 2018 when her mother, Wendy Statuto—who was introduced to Mahjong in the 70s—taught her the game. What started as a way to gather with friends quickly became something deeper: a beautiful blend of strategy, ritual, and joy that brings women together across generations.
A lifelong community builder and wellness entrepreneur, Erika turned her love of Mahjong into beginner workshops and gatherings that offer a warm, modern entry point to the game. Drawing on her background in wellness, education, and hospitality, she brings a calm, welcoming energy to the table. She’s especially proud to be building The Tile Society — creating something collaborative, multigenerational, and deeply meaningful.
Mahjong matters deeply to Erika because learning the game is only the beginning—belonging is what comes next. Having moved across the country three times, she understands how vulnerable it can feel to start over and find your people. Her vision is simple: Mahjong should be open, inclusive, and expansive—so that anyone who wants to learn, play, and grow can always find a seat at the table.
What We Offer
What We Offer
Our community is all about fun, learning, and friendships.
Our community is all about fun, learning, and friendships.
Explore various ways to enjoy Mahjong and connect with others.
Beginner Lessons
Guided Play Sessions
Leagues and Tournaments
What Our Members Say
Erika is an amazing mahjong enthusiast and teacher. She taught me how to play and was patient and fun and never made me feel like beginners are not welcome. I even bought my own set because I had so much fun with her. Thank you.
Erika is an exceptional mah-jongg instructor and an even better person. As the founder of Gather Create Nourish, she has built a fun, welcoming community around the game of mahjong. She trained me from the very beginning, patiently bringing me along for the mah-jongg ride and helping me grow as a player. Erika is energetic, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring.
Learning Mahjong has been more than just learning a game—it's been a way to make new friends and experience community. Around the table, we've shared laughter, stories, and patience with one another. Creating space to learn together has reminded me how necessary it is to slow down and be fully present. Mahjong became the excuse, but community became the gift.
Erika is such a wonderful woman and instructor. Her positive attitude, patience, and openness allowed new learners to feel comfortable and confident.
Erika is a JOY to play with and learn from. She's very patient, gives clear instructions, and makes the game so fun!
Erika is an exceptional mahjong instructor—kind, patient, and extremely knowledgeable. She has a clear and thoughtful teaching style that makes learning mahjong approachable and enjoyable, even for those new to the game. She takes the time to ensure concepts are fully understood and is always available whenever questions or guidance are needed.
Jennifer Khalaf
Erika Palmer is an amazing Mahjongg teacher and a wonderful friend. She explains the game clearly, patiently, and in a way that makes learning fun and stress-free. Every lesson is a great time—full of laughter, encouragement, and genuine enthusiasm for the game. Erika is always so helpful, incredibly knowledgeable, and her pricing is very fair. I truly look forward to every session.