Welcome!
We’re Sarah & Stephenie —educators and neighbor-friends turned mahjong hostesses creating joyful spaces where women connect through American mahjong, meaningful hosting, and local flair — one tile, one table, and one themed night at a time.
Gather. Connect. Belong.
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We love spotlighting the amazing businesses & creators local to Huntsville—whether it's curated mahjong sets, snack round-ups or the perfect hostess gift.Explore our hand-picked collection of local favorites and discover new ways to elevate your mahjong experience.
Why us?
We teach mahjong like we host a party — everyone’s welcome, snacks are mandatory, and winning is just the cherry on top
Sure, you can learn mahjong anywhere — but with us, you’ll have fun doing it.We’re not just mahjong enthusiasts; we’re experienced educators who’ve spent years teaching and coaching adults. That means we know how to meet you where you are, break things down clearly, and adapt our teaching on the fly (we call it instructional agility). Whether you’re a quick study, a “let’s go over that one more time” learner, or somewhere in between, we’ve got you covered.Our sessions are equal parts strategy, story, and snack time. Expect laughter, lighthearted competition, and just enough wit to keep you on your toes. Prefer a calm, rules-first vibe? We can do that. Want a spicier, “winner-takes-all” table energy? We’ve got that too.At the end of the day, we believe mahjong is more than tiles and rules — it’s about creating a space where you feel welcome, connected, and excited to come back. And if there’s a plate of cookies or a charcuterie board in the middle of the table… well, we think that makes it even better.
Meet Sarah
Sarah has called Huntsville home since 1993 and is a proud Bob Jones High School graduate. A wife, mom of four, and veteran elementary teacher and math instructional coach of over 17 years, she brings her love of learning, connection, and creativity to every mahjong table. Known for her passion for a good theme and curating fun, memorable events, Sarah creates welcoming spaces where players of all levels can laugh, learn, and build lasting friendships.
Enneagram: 1w2
Favorite Food: Literally any chip/dip combo
Favorite Drink: Sparkling Water, Iced Shaken Espresso (with Oatmilk..duh)
Favorite Mahj Snack: Trader Joe's Cinnamon Dragons
meet Stephenie
Originally from Muscle Shoals, Stephenie moved to Madison during the tech boom of 2010. A career educator, Stephenie has served in a local school system for 15+ years, most recently as an elementary school administrator. She and Scott have 3 girls and enjoy all things community, sports, arts, and education! Stephenie’s passion is creating connections. Whether serving as social chair for her community or as a PTO board member at her children’s school, she thrives on bringing people together around a common goal.
Enneagram: 3w2
Favorite Food: Pasta
Favorite Drink: Canned Coca Cola, Sparkling White Wine
Favorite Mahj Snack: Trader Joe's Sour Scandanavian Swimmers
Our Story
who we are
We’re Sarah and Stephenie — longtime neighbors, fast friends, and now co-founders of the Huntsville Mahjong Collective. We share a love for good conversation, great company, and the satisfying click of mahjong tiles.
how we got here
We’ve been neighbors for almost a decade — in two different neighborhoods — and our kids are so close they act like cousins. Over the years, we’ve shared countless evenings in driveways, backyards, and at the neighborhood pool, watching our kids play while we swapped stories and meals.Both of us are educators by trade, with most of our careers spent working with adult learners as instructional coaches and in school administration. That background gives us a unique perspective on teaching mahjong to players of all ages and experience levels. What began as a fun hobby soon grew into a passion for creating a welcoming, connected mahjong community in Huntsville.
why we do it
Mahjong is more than just a game — it’s a way to gather, connect, and belong. We love that it blends strategy and creativity, competition and camaraderie.Sarah is the creative, design-focused half of the duo — with an eye for style and cohesiveness that turns every game into an experience. She combines tiles, mats, tablecloths, and décor into seamless visual tapestries that make you want to sit down and play (and snap a photo). Strategic and analytical, she’s not just aiming to win — she’s making sure no one else gets there first. Integrity is one of her core values, and it shines through in every interaction.Stephenie is always ready for a group hangout and thrives on building community. Don’t let her social butterfly side fool you — she plays to win, every time. With community as her core value, she’s passionate about forming partnerships and finding creative ways to spotlight the people, businesses, and flavors that make Huntsville such a vibrant city.
Together, we’re here to share our love of mahjong, one game (and one friendship) at a time.
Let's Collaborate
We believe the best things happen when women come together — especially around a table filled with good company, great design, and local charm.If you’re a small business, maker, venue, or brand that shares our love for creativity, connection, and community, we’d love to dream something up with you.
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Thank you
Thank you for stopping by!Whether you came here out of curiosity, a love for mahjong, or because a friend said, “You have to check this out!” — we’re glad you’re here. Huntsville Mahjong Collective is more than just a game; it’s laughter around the table, shared snacks, and stories you’ll tell long after the tiles are packed away.We can’t wait to play, teach, and connect with you.
