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The Charleston Club

A warm table, a fresh set of tiles, and a room full of new friends waiting to be made — right in the heart of downtown Lee's Summit.

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Vision

The Charleston Club was born from a lifelong love of this community and the simple joy of bringing people together. As a longtime Lee's Summit resident, our founder has spent years pouring into the place she's proud to call home — through the school district, the Rotary Club, the Chamber of Commerce, and so many organizations close to her heart.

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Learn. Play. Mahjong.

The Charleston Club is about more than Mahjong—it’s about what happens around the table. It’s a place to learn something new, share a few laughs, build friendships, and discover just how much fun a little time together can be.

Beginner Bundle

Open Play

Special Events

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About the Owner

Hi there, I'm Laura Maxwell. As a longtime Lee’s Summit resident, I’ve spent my life investing in the community I’m proud to call home. I loved being part of the Lee’s Summit School District during my educational career, and I’ve enjoyed years of involvement with community organizations including: The Rotary Club of Lee’s Summit, LS Chamber of Commerce, Optimist Club, Eastland Giving Circle, John Knox Village Foundation, and Legacy for LS Parks Foundation. 


I’ve always had a passion for bringing people together and building meaningful connections, and Mahjong has given me a new and fun way to do just that. I love teaching others to play, watching new friendships form around the table, and creating a welcoming space where people can learn, laugh, and connect.


Through The Charleston Club, I hope to bring people together over a shared love of American Mahjong while also supporting Madison Social Charcuterie and the small businesses that make our downtown Lee’s Summit corridor such a vibrant and special place. Whether you're picking up your tiles for the very first time, building your confidence through guided play, joining us for open play, or attending one of our special events, there’s a seat at the table for you!

Testimonials

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Jennifer Coleman

"I did a three-lesson series with Laura, and it was awesome! She was so patient and helpful in explaining the rules and teaching strategy while also making it fun! Highly recommend!"

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Carrie Guilfoyle

"Sign up if you get the chance! I recently took the 3-lesson beginner lesson series and am hooked! Laura is a great teacher and makes the learning experience fun.

You won't regret it!"

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Chloe Fosnow

"Do it!!! I recently took 3 lessons from Laura and absolutely LOVED it! She is very patient and great at explaining this game that can be very overwhelming and discouraging at first. She will have you hooked by lesson 3, for sure! She makes it so fun and I want to play every week if I can!

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Get in touch

Have questions or a special event you want to have hosted at The Charleston Club, reach out! We would love to help you out or be a part of a special evening with you and your friends.

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