Author and mah jongg historian Gregg Swain

Author and mah jongg historian Gregg Swain will present an interesting and informative program on Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. at Temple Habonim, 165 New Meadow Road, Barrington, as part of its Adult Education series. Swain is the co-author, along with Ann Israel, of the recently published book, “Mah Jongg: The Art and History of the Game.”  The book chronicles the early beginnings of the game and documents mah jongg sets from the most basic to the most outrageous and opulent.  The authors’ research includes vintage collections not only in the United States, but in places as far away as Africa and New Zealand. Swain, an art historian, will discuss mah jongg’s art and its symbolism as well as the tradition of mah jongg in the Jewish community.  Her presentation will include historical photographs.

This program is free and open to the community.  For further information go to templehabonim.org, or call the temple office at 401-245-6536.