Customized experience for your group of 4+ people online or in-person (Greater Boston + Cape Cod). We come to you. Email us thecanastaconnection@gmail.com to inquire and book.
CAPE COD: To inquire about private classes email thecansataconnection@gmail.com. Now booking for June
BOSTON AREA: FULL. To inquire about select summer dates and fall private classes email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com.
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
Beginner Canasta with Emily (Newton)
JCC of Greater Boston
Thursdays 4:30-6:30pm 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29
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 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
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.
Canasta for Beginners with Emily (Arlington)
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11
6:30-8:30pm at Arlington High School
CLASS FULL
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 2: Advanced Beginner (5 Weeks) with Bev
Wednesdays 1-3:30 PM 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 (No Class 11/27)
Offered through JCC of Greater Boston. Register Here
CLASS FULL
Canasta for Beginners with Bev (JCC Greater Boston)
Wednesdays 10am-12:30pm 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11 (No Class 11/27)
Offered through the JCC of Greater Boston. Register here
CLASS FULL
Beginner Canasta with Emily (Boston)
Location: BACK BAY (Boston) Location shared upon request and at registration. Game room in condo building. T accessible, metered street parking
Dates: Tuesday 7/30, Thursday 8/1, Tuesday 8/5, Wednesday 8/7, Monday 8/12
Time: 10-12am
Beginner Canasta Class: Weston
Mondays, July 15, 22, 29 & Wednesdays, July 17, 24, 31
Time: 10:00am- 12:00pm
Location: Weston, Ma
Cost $60 for 6 classes. Call the Weston COA at 781-786-6280 to register.
Must be 60 or older to register
Social Canasta Drop-In (Semi-Supervised)
Modern American Canasta Open Play Drop-In: Arlington, MA
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.
Social Canasta Drop-In (Semi-Supervised)
Modern American Canasta Social Drop-In
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.
Social Canasta Drop-In (Semi-Supervised)
Modern American Canasta Social Drop-In
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.
Mah Jongg 2 Class at Moldova Restaurant
Intro to Mah Jongg: Lesson 2 at Moldova Restaurant from 7-9pm
Beginner Canasta with Emily
Wednesdays May 8, 15, 22, 29 June 5, 12
6:30-8:30pm at Arlington High School
Offered through Arlington Community Education
Mah Jongg 1 Class at Moldova Restaurant
Intro to Mah Jongg Lesson 7-9pm
Are you curious what Mahjong is all about? Have you wanted to try it but are hesitating? Here’s a great opportunity! Join our intro to American Mah Jongg class at Moldova Restaurant in Newton. This is perfect for first timers or anyone who wants a “back to basics” approach and review of the 2024 card. Learn the tiles, the 2024 card, how to make a hand, and basic game play in a small group setting. This is a one time class, but at the end of the evening we can schedule a second follow-up class for anyone interested based on availability. We recommend 3-4 classes to fully feel comfortable with game play, but this will be a great start!
$40 per person + $15 for the cost of a 2024 Mah Jongg card (if needed). We have cards available for purchase or bring your own.
Food and drink available any time. Arrive around 6pm for time to mingle or eat before play. Let’s support Moldova Restaurant for having us.
Canasta and Mahjong Social Play
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.
Beginner Canasta with Emily
Thursdays April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
6:15-8:15pm at the JCC of Greater Boston, Newton, MA
Class Full. Look out for fall classes at the JCC. Email thecanastaconnection@gmail.com to find out about private summer classes.