Mahjong is a traditional Chinese tile-based game that transcended its origins through cultural exchange and the reach of diaspora communities. Often played as a means of social connection, mahjong continues to influence conversations around identity, globalization, and the power of cultural expression. 

Spend the evening with us for a seminar on the historical, cultural, and diplomatic significance of mahjong as a tool of soft power. Members will hear from Angie Lin, Founder of East Never Loses & Founding Member of Mahjong Mistress. The conversation will be followed by small group lessons on mahjong gameplay. 

Date and time to be announced. 

Please note attendance will be limited to 30 individuals. Registration will open soon. If you have any questions, please contact events@pacificcouncil.org. 

About East Never Loses

East Never Loses is a cultural producer of Mahjong events in the Los Angeles area. Their mission is to authentically reclaim and revitalize the game of Mahjong for a new generation. You can read about their events via PAPER Magazine, VICE, or the LA Times.

Speaker

Angie Lin is a cultural producer dedicated to reclaiming and revitalizing Mahjong for a new generation. She is a founding member of Mahjong Mistress and the founder of her own Mahjong company, East Never Loses. Through teaching, events, and community-building, Angie brings a fresh, inclusive perspective to the traditional game. Outside the world of Mahjong, she offers creative consulting for musicians and independent music labels, bridging her passions for culture, strategy, and storytelling.