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 Seminar:
"The Financial Meltdown: Causes and the Impact on You"
- July 1, 6:30pm
Rutgers professor, Dr. Ben Sopranzetti will discuss the root causes
of the credit crisis. He will also give his perspective on investments,
inflation, and corporate liquidity and performance. RMB200. 6:30pm.
Regus Conference Centre (010 5877 1707) www.rutgers.asia |
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 Hotel Deals |
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 Grand
Mercure Baolong Shanghai Summer Promotion Package
Grand Mercure Baolong Shanghai located in this colourful metropolis,
the hotel artfully blends contemporary and local design, with
374 well appointed rooms and offers genuine 5 star rated standards
comfort and services. From now to August 31 2009, summer promotion
package is only from RMB500 per room per night (subject to a 15%
service charge) and you can enjoy much complimentary benefits
during the trip. For reservations, please dial (8621) 3505 9666
ext. 5059.
 GMB
Triple B Package
Superior - RMB888+15% per room per night, inclusive of 1 daily
breakfast; Deluxe - RMB988+15% per room per night, inclusive of
1 daily breakfast; Executive Club - RMB1188+15% pe room per night,
with Full Club benefits; 2nd person breakfast supplement will
be additional of RMB100 for all the above rooms category. Validity
- with immediate to August 31, 2009. Contact Line: (8610) 8587
6888 - 5888.
 You
Getaway, We Giveaway
InterContinental Century City Chengdu is located in the prime
district of Chengdu with a 10-minute dive from Chengdu's city
centre and 20-minute from Chengdu International Airport. The hotel
is exquisite hospitality in beautiful surroundings and stands
out as an exciting new landmark in the city. For the contracted
clients, stay at InterContinental Century City Chengdu and will
receive a hotel credit of RMB288nett for the first visit and RMB388nett
on the second visit till Dec. 31, 2009. For more information and
reservations, please contact: +86 (028) 8534 9999 or email to:
reservation@interconticd.com
 Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center Meeting Package
March 1 - December 31, 2009. Full Day Package: Rmb 668.00 net
per person: A meetings concierge executive dedicated throughout
your event | Welcome coffee and tea | Morning and afternoon coffee
breaks with freshly brewed coffee, fine tea and assorted home-made
cookies | Two bottles of local mineral water per person during
your meeting | Your choice of: International lunch buffet; 3-course
western set menu; Chinese set menu; Local mineral water and soft
drinks included | Main meeting room according to your number of
delegates | Stationery and mints | One flip-chart or white board
| 20 table name cards | Registration desk | One flower arrangement
for the meeting room or registration desk. For reservations please
contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4126; E-mail: meeting.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Family
& Kids Package at Kempinski Hotel Sanya
Savor private time with your family, at the only hotel in Sanya
with a private beach. With 6 swimming pools, 2 children water
slides and a Kid's club. Package starts from RMB 1,068 per night
inclusive of accommodation in our Deluxe Ocean View room, breakfast,
roundtrip airport transfer, RMB 300 Food and Beverage credit and
late check out up to 4 pm. The package is subject to 15% surcharge
and RMB 11 local government fund with a minimum 3 nights stay
required. Visit www.kempinski-sanya.com
for more details and to book: Tel: (86 898) 3889 8888; Fax: (86
898) 3889 7777.
 Wedding
Photo Shoot Package at Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa
Dreaming of the perfect wedding pictures? Sanya Marriott
Resort & Spa extends a romantic invitation to you! With a
long white sand beach, clear blue ocean and exotic tropical gardens,
together with a professional photography team we can help make
your dreams a reality! Our Wedding Photo Shoot Package starts
from 5,468 RMB / 2 nights. Including: *Luxurious Accommodation;
* Professional Wedding Photographer for a one day Photo Shoot.
* A DVD with 120 high resolution wedding pictures. * 3 different
gowns of various styles. * Choose from two exotic different locations.
* Roundtrip airport transfers. * Limousine service for the photo
shoot day. * A treatment for two at our "Quan" Spa and
more... Valid until October 31, 2009, terms and conditions apply.
Book now: (0898) 8856 1133 and 400 888 5551 (China) or book online:
sanyamarriottresort.com.
 Super
Value Meeting Package--Meeting Package at only RMB488+ per person
Until 30 September 2009, meeting groups between 15 to 30 people
taking on this package will be accorded up to three complimentary
Superior Rooms for use on the same night. Package includes rental
of function space; bottled water and a sumptuous buffet lunch
at Coffee Garden. Enquiry Hotline: (8610) 6561 8833-6633; E-mail:
annie.an@shangri-la.com
 Take
a Piece of Heaven Home
Celebrate the heavenly bed's 10th anniversary at The Westin Beijing
Financial Street. Stay or accumulate 10 room nights and receive
a complimentary heavenly bed, from rmb 1800 per night exclusively
on our 'Take a Piece of Heaven Home' offer only. Buy a heavenly
bed and receive 10 complimentary room night vouchers. This exclusive
offer is valid until 31 December 2009 subject to 15% service charge.
Terms and conditions apply. To make a reservation please call
(8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com
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 Nightlife |
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 Brand
New Venue, Brand New Menu
The 2nd Office is an perfect place for a party or meeting with
private rooms & wonderful atmosphere. Just tell us your budget
& requires we do the rest! The best Mexican food and Tapas
in town. Mon-Fri 17:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 12:00-22:00. Girls Night
Tuesdays 8 pm First Free cocktail. Queens Party &Texas Hold'em
Night are going out. Franks ladies night every Monday 20.00-22.00,
ladies drink free! Address: Jiang Tai Xi Lu 9-3, west of the Rosedale
Hotel. Lido area. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; 1390 491 6811; 1358 160
0066.
Great Wall Beach Party 2009
Now in it's the third year for the The Great Wall Beach Party.
Come down and rave it up to Techno, House, Breaks and Drum &
Bass on a beautiful beach, situated where the Great Wall of China
runs into the sea. Be there! Dj's: Mickey Zhang (Yen, Morse) Blackie
(The Syndicate) Patrick Yu (ABCDJ) El-Mar Suki Dj Carlo QQ Ou
Yang retro dance dj's Vj's: plusdj.com Firedancers! RMB200 before
July 1 and RMB250 afterward. Please call 13681263981 for more
details. July 4. Busses will leave from Workers Stadium north
gate at 14:00 and 17:30 and from WuDauKou (Hua Qing Jia Yuan)
at 17:00.
Beach Party
On July 3rd and 4th VICS Club is proud to present you Kerbeat
& Frocks from Germany! Enjoy hot music and hot girls as this
is the BIKINI party! Bring your sexy beach dress to have the perfect
clothing when its getting hot at the club for two days in a row!
Prices to win for the hottest Bikini Girl! Dress-code: Sexy Bikini
for Girls, Beach Dress for Boys. 9pm-4am, Friday, July 3, 2009.
Vics. Call (8610) 5293 0333 for details.
Gareth Emery Lands GT. Banana
Born in Southampton, Gareth Emery is a producer and DJ of trance
music. Having come from a diverse musical background that includes
classical piano training, jazz, and a little punk rock, Emery
has emerged in the last few years as one of the world's major
trance DJs. RMB60 for presale. Ticket TBD at door. 9pm till late,
July 4. GT. Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
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 Dining Out |
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All-You-Can-Eat
A La Carte, Freshly Prepared Dim Sum
Come and indulge in the most authentic Cantonese Dim Sum, freshly
steamed & prepared by our Hong Kong Chef, order from A La
Carte, for just CNY128 net per person! Get a 10% early-bird discount
when paying bill before 12:30pm. Every Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-2:30pm.
Starts from 28th March, 2009. Advanced reservation is required.
F&B Hotline: (8610) 6530 9383. PS: Don't forget about our
Daily Soup...available 7 days a week.
 Two
Year Anniversary Exclusive at Skyline Cafe
Celebrate Skyline Cafe's Two-Year Anniversary, with a
Two for One Buffet Special! Enjoy one complimentary buffet lunch
or dinner when accompanied by one paying friend (limited to one
complimentary buffet meal per visit). For more information, kindly
contact: (8610) 6590 3229.
 Paulaner
Beer Garden BBQ
The summer is back and so is the Paulaner Terrace and
its weekend Barbeque. Enjoy your favourite steaks or marinated
ribs cooked on a charcoal grill and served with baked potato,
garden salad and selection of fine grill sauces. What better way
than to spend an evening in Paulaner Bräuhaus with our home-brewed
Paulaner Weiss Beer, a German classic and great Bavarian food.
Come and join us for a great barbeque every Friday, Saturday and
Sunday from 5:00pm until 10:00pm. Opening Hours: 11:00am to 1:00am,
For reservations please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5732, or e-mail
us at restaurant.beijing@kempinski.com
3
Nights Party with X-Equo
Get into the groove with non-stop energy at Centro all night long,
all three nights as Canadian band, X-Equo creates the party and
entertains with fun and fast-paced performances of chart-toppers
from 70s; 80s; 90s to today's hottest "Top 40" numbers.
No cover charge. Champagne at RMB130 per glass or RMB600 per bottle.
For more information, contact Centro at (8610) 6561 8833 ext.
42.
Experience
the Award Winning InspiRED Sunday Bubbly Brunch
The Westin Beijing Financial Street elevates their guest experience
with the inspiRED Sunday Bubbly Brunch. Be greeted by a sea of
red decorations in and around an even more extensive buffet featuring
gastronomic delights from all over the world. Donate RMB 15 to
receive a free flow of varying red cocktails. All proceeds will
go towards the "UNICEF check out for children" program
to help immunize children in developing countries. Prices start
from RMB 368 per person with free flow Pommery Pop champagne,
wine, beer and cocktails, RMB 298 with free flow soft drinks,
juice and mocktails, RMB 148 kids below 12 years. From 11:30am
to 3:00pm and all prices are subject to a 15% service charge.
To make a reservation call (8610) 6629 7810 and be inspiRED!
 The
Most Exquisite 5-star Muslim Restaurant in Beijing
Take an exquisite bite of the most refined Muslim gastronomic
craft only at Yi Jin Yuan Muslim Restaurant. Experience the Traditional
Roasted Lamb and Chinese Kabob cooked on a charcoal frill and
served with baked Xin Jiang bread, Chef Salad and selection of
fine seafood at your choice. Spend over RMB2,000 could receive
a traditional Dim Sum basket valued at RMB98. More surprises please
contact (8610) 8465 0088 / (8610) 8465 2288. For English service
please contact 139 1009 3250.
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 Travel Information |
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 Be
First to Get Our Low Fare Tickets, China to Europe only CNY3,400
SAS flies daily from Beijing to Scandinavia. Now you can enjoy
our summer special starting from CNY3,400. Same fare fly from
34 domestic cities in China to Scandinavia. For more information,
check out on www.flysas.cn
or call SAS offices Beijing: (8610) 8527 6100, Shanghai: (8621)
5228 5001 or click
here. * Exclude tax and surcharges.
 Daily
Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle
East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central
Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information,
please visit www.thy.com or call
us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or
click here
Go
Camping At Jiugukou In Summer!
Jiugukou Scenic Spot lies in Hefangkou, Huaibei Town of Huairou
District and is about 80km away from downtown Beijing. Because
of the well-reserved Ming Dynasty Great Wall and the nine chanting
valleys, Jiugukou has been a favorite destination for outdoor
activity fans. Here we have the largest camping site in Beijing
where you can set up your own tents and spend the wonderful summer
time while fishing or barbecuing. We have also a variety of other
outdoor activities to meet your demand. For those who don't like
to stay in tents, we have some privacy cottages as well as fine
restaurants for them to kill the hot summer time. For details
about us, please call (8610) 8969 6677.
Crescent
Moon Island-The Island Closest To Beijing
Located at the Bohai Bay in the southwest of Leting County, Tangshan,
Crescent Moon Island is more than 200km from Beijing. The long
bridges and delicate cottages have formed unique scenery for us.
The cottages offer you a sea view without boundary, while you
can also catch crabs and pick up shells after the tide withdraws.
You can also go fishing with local fishermen before going back
to the local restaurants to cook with your own trophies. We are
a not-to-miss choice for those who are seeking for escaping the
summer heat in city. TEL (8610) 6404 2430
Special
Air Tickets Available At Beijing Xiangyun International Travel
Service
Beijing Xiangyun International Travel Service is a professional
online air ticket service provider. As a formal member of China
Air Transportation Association and International Air Transportation
Association, we enable our customers to inquire flights info as
well as air tickets info for routes around the world in a short
time. We have dedicated staff dealing with your orders in a timely
manner to keep your heart at ease. Address: F5, Room 209, Block
B, Jiahui International Center, No. 6 Building, Jiqing Li, Chaowai
Avenue, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL (8610) 5166 4338
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 Education |
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 Etonkids
International and Bilingual Kindergartens
Etonkids International/Bilingual kindergartens have campuses in
Beijing, Shanghai, and throughout China. Our pre-schools combine
world-class kindergarten education with the finest bilingual preschool
instruction available in China. Certified English speaking kindergarten
teachers, Montessori preschool education practices, modern facilities,
and a warm nurturing preschool environment foster your child's
development. Experience the Etonkids Advantage with a free trial
at campus near you! www.etonkids.com
Tel: 400-818-9098.
 The
British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National
Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's
educational approach arises out of the best practices found in
British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results,
respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular
programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications
and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School
of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents,
teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's
success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged
etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn
or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.
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Health & Fitness |
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Come
For Waxing At Daniela V. Beauty Salon
Daniela V. Beauty Salon offers a wide range of body and beauty care
services in a relaxing atmosphere. We offer the highest quality
of Manicure, Pedicure, Waxing, Body Treatments and Facials. Full
leg service: RMB200; Bikini line: RMB105; Brazilian bikini RMB180;
Hollywood bikini: RMB210. Work hours: 11am-9pm Tuesday through Sunday.
Address: 4-13, No. 4 Building, Tianzhi Jiaozi, Northeast Corner
of Shuangjing Bridge, Chaoyang District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 8775
1164
Waldo Beijing Medical Beauty Clinic
Established by the well-known expert Dr. Liu Yanjun, Waldo Beijing
Medical Beauty Clinic features elegant clinic environment and
a variety of advanced facilities to provide cosmetic surgery and
hair transplant surgery and other services. Address: Room 306,
Block B, No. 28 (C), Di'anmen Avenue, Xicheng District TEL (8610)
6615 5198
Sandy Nail Spa (Jianwai SOHO)
Red blends with black, thin gauze mixes with the cold wall, this
is what Sandy Nail Spa appears and the very store that introduces
the international nail spa concept to China. We display our nail
care products on our walls-there are a big variety of products
and we bet that you can find at least one that is suitable to
you. Our nail beauty technicians master international techniques
and can offer the best hand and foot nail care in Beijing. Work
hours: 10am-10pm. Address: Room 302, Block B, Jianwai SOHO, No.
39, Middle East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL
(8610) 5869 7560
Weila Beauty & Message Center
Located at Yihang Plaza in the bustling CBD of Beijing, we provide
24-hour service to our customers and enable them to experience
high quality service without going out of their door. We have
four message rooms and a VIP room that features fine ambience.
We offer free drinks, tea, bathing and wireless internet service.
Choose us, you choose professional service. Address: 1803, Sun-thirsty
International, South Langjiayuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL
(8610) 6566 4566
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 Relocations |
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Zhongtie
Suda Home Moving
Zhongtie Suda is a professional home moving service provider that
offers residents' home moving, furniture installing/dismantling,
piano moving, packing, air conditioner moving and goods storage.
We have a big fleet of vehicles and an extensive network that spreads
across town to offer you the most convenient service. Starting price:
RMB200 for individuals/RMB240 for companies. Haidian headquarters:
TEL (8610) 8277 4146; Chaoyang Headquarters: TEL (8610) 8701 9996
Hiboo International Relocation Service
Hiboo International Relocation Service is one of the service-oriented
and most reliable international removing companies based in Beijing.
Our company specializes in providing international and domestic
household and personal articles moving. Address: Room 2502, Building
8, Wanda Plaza Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. For details
please call us at 158 1026 4792.
Jinma Relocation Company
Jinma is a professional home moving company that helps you move
your piano, furniture and any home articles to wherever you want.
We've got vehicles of many different types and branches across
town to meet your demand. Our staff is well trained and skillful
in handling you belongings. We have a computerized system to dispatch
you service in the most timely manner. Starting price: RMB200
for individuals and RMB220 for companies. Hotline: (8610) 6281
3411
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 Jobs |
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for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Full-time Math
And Science Teacher Wanted
Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time
teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in
the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic
native english speaker preferably with previous experience in
teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or
international schools. Applicant must have a University degree
and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested
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Need
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We specialize in helping foreign enterprises succeed in the rapidly
growing Chinese marketplace. We provide a comprehensive and affordable
range of consulting services including registration of foreign
invested enterprises, tax strategy, accounting, auditing, law,
China visa help, China business partner, marketing research, and
internship. All this is done at reasonable prices. Address: Room
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District, Beijing TEL 130 4116 4960
I-Angel
Home Service Center
Beijing I-Angle Home Service Center is a professional home service
provider. We are committed to offering you qualified ayis and
nannies to take care of your lying-in women and kids to keep your
trouble free. All our staff is carefully selected and they are
qualified and experienced in serving you and your families. RMB1800-3800
per month for full time nannies, RMB1600-3300 per month for 10-hour-working
nannies. For more info, please call (8610) 6252 4768
Professional
Life Service Provider For Expatriates
We are a company engaged in corporate business and visa services.
Foreigner visa, human resource, goods transportation, foreign
driving license, enterprises set up, Chinese visa etc… are all
you can find with us. Our one-stop services include foreigner
Z, F invitation letter; foreigner L, F, Z visa extension; foreigner
residence permit, working card; foreigner employment license,
employment permit; foreign driving license; foreigner personal
goods transportation; house rental, car rental, translation service
and many more. For details about us, please dial (8610) 8660 8218. |
 Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibitions |
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The
14th China International Beauty And Hairdressing Products Exhibition
2009
July 3-5, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
Taihe-Return To The East
This is a joint exhibitions of artists Dongfang Tuqin, Fu Zenan
and Tang Chenghua.
June 26-July 25, Taihe Classical Gallery TEL (8610) 8595 2156
"Fang
Cui Hui Wang"-He Youzhi Series Painting Exhibition
June 19-July 19, Art Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy TEL (8610)
6502 5171
Classic Found-Found
Museum Collections
Featuring art works of Andy Warhol, Arman, Cesar, Salvador Dali,
Charles Matton and Rodin.
July 5-August 2, Found Museum TEL (8610) 6433 7617
The Dimensions Of Double
Images: Contemporary Young Artist Group Exhibition
Artists Mu Lei, Tao Damin, Zhong Shan, Jiang Miao, Zhao Mei and
many more bring their works on the show.
July 4-31, New Age Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9282
Line & Rhythm-Dang
Chaoyang Solo Exhibition
June 6-July 6, Beijing Jindu Art Center TEL (8610) 5130 5546
Nostalgy-Beijing-Paris
This is an exhibition of works of Ma Yanleng and Wang Yu, two
artists of different backgrounds.
June 6-July 26, Dialogue Space TEL (8610) 5876 9392
"Shi Zhe Hui"
Art Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy ceremoniously presents
"Shi Zhe Hui", an exhibition featuring works of artists
Zou Peizhu, Li Xiaoke, Li Zhu and Li Geng.
June 1-July 1, Art Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy TEL (8610)
6502 51712
Reflect-Focus Art Exhibition
May 28-September 6, Dun Gallery TEL (8610) 8042 2396
Rodel Tapaya Solo Exhibition:
Mythical Roots
June 19-July 26, Soka Art Center TEL (8610) 8401 2377
China Agriculture Museum
Picture Exhibition
June 1-September 30, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall
TEL (8610) 6502 5798
80 Hair Dryers And
Fabric-Shen Yuan's Solo Exhibition
May 16-July 18, UCCA TEL (8610) 8459 9269
Domus Collection
Works of Anish Kapoor, Dingyi, Gao Yeling and many others will
be selected for the show to promote cross-culture exchange.
May 18-July 31, White Space Beijing TEL (8610) 8456 2054 |
Theater & Performances |
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Chris
Garneau China Tour Concert
Chris Garneau is an American singer and songwriter and musician
who has a distinct sound with combined elements of folk, Americana,
pop, baroque, and carnival music. Garneau will come to Beijing as
part of his China tour. Tickets selling for RMB100-280.
7:30pm, June 29. State Library Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6848 5462
Sound Of Times-Fu Gengchen Works Concert
This is a special concert on the works of Fu Gengchen, a famous
general and composer in China. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, June 29. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Song Zuying,
Jay Chou, Placido Domingo, Lang Lang Beijing Concert
Tickets selling for RMB180-2880. 7:30pm, June 30. National Stadium
TEL (8610) 8498 6888
Sing and Dance Drama:
The Sound of Yunnan
By famous Chinese dancer Yang Liping. Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, June 30-July 5. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188
Red Classic Night-Chinese
Famous Artists Reciting Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-1000.
7:30pm, July 1. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
My Motherland-Symphony
Concert On Red Classics
Tickets selling for RMB180-880.
7:30pm, July 1. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6605 4324
Ayrshire Fiddle
Orchestra Chinese Concert
Under the invitation of the Chinese Ministry of Culture, The Ayrshire
Fiddle Orchestra, which was founded in August 1982 by Wallace
and Lex Galbraith, who are both string instrument tutors in Ayrshire
in South West Scotland, will give a major Concert Tour of China
in July 2009. Tickets selling for RMB80-1000.
7:30pm, July 2. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Don Giovanni Opera
Concert
This is part of the events of the 2nd International Youth Art
Week. Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, July 2-3. Century Theatre TEL (8610) 6462 8470
Stage Comedy: "Single
Daughter-Be Self-willed"
In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB100-580.
7:30pm, July 2-5. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6202 6328
Drama: "Mutiny"
In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB40-500.
7:30pm, July 2-12. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996
Kunqu Opera Youth Version
"Peony Pavilion"
The brand new version of "Peony Pavilion" adapted by
well-known Chinese writer Bai Xianyong will be staged for three
nights at the Theatre Hall of NCPA. Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, July 3-5. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6655 0987
Cheer Of Musical Note-Concert
On European Piano Pieces
Tickets selling for RMB30-100.
7:30pm, July 4. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
"Splendid China"
Folk Music Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-480.
7:30pm, July 4. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Wang Ruolin Beijing
Concert
Tickets selling for RMB280-1580.
7:30pm, July 4. Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Tenerife Symphony Orchestra
Concert
Created in 1935 and armed with the huge influence left by those
great names of the music, the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra has
toured the most important concert halls of Spain-Madrid, Bilbao,
Valencia, Barcelona, Peralada, Sevilla and more, and also appeared
at some of great musical centers of Germany. The orchestra will
hold a concert in Beijing this week. Tickets selling for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, July 4-5, NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Film: "Transformers:
Revenge of the Fallen (2009)"
Deception forces return to Earth on a mission to take Sam Witwicky
prisoner. Joining the mission to protect humankind is Optimus
Prime, who forms an alliance with international armies for a second
epic battle. Debut show on June 24. Tickets RMB50/60. In English
with Chinese subtitles. At all cinemas across town.
Wanda International Cinema (8610) 5960 3399
Capital Cinema (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema (8610) 6404 2159 |
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Monday, June 29, 2009
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"Reinvent Yourself" Inn Monthly Meeting
Join INN and our panel of experts who will help introduce and
guide you through all of your options to make the most of your
time in Beijing. RMB40 includes coffee, tea and pastries.
10am. The Capital Club Athletic Center TEL (8610) 8486 2225 ext.
136
Pub Quiz
Come test your brain with our wine specials all night.
7:30pm. The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507
Happy Hour + Business Set Lunch Special
Buy one get one free on draft beers and house spirits, and complimentary
house wine for ladies during the All-Star Happy Hour time from
1-3pm and 5-7pm. RMB50 set business lunch includes 1 appetizer
and 1 main entree between 11am-2pm. RMB10 for an additional dessert.
Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Chris Garneau China Tour Concert
7:30pm. State Library Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6848 5462
Sound Of Times-Fu Gengchen Works Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
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Song Zuying, Jay Chou, Placido Domingo, Lang Lang Beijing Concert
7:30pm. National Stadium TEL (8610) 8498 6888
Lady's Night @ Angel
A super high themed party where you can make every decision on
your own. Free admission. 8:30pm till late. Angel Club TEL (8610)
6552 8888
Mini Skirt Party
Featuring Hip Hop and House. Ladies in mini skirt will get unlimited
Vodka all night. 8pm till late. Night Club TEL (8610) 6501 6698
Ladies Night
Free drinks and prizes for ladies. Free. 9pm. Bling TEL (8610)
5905 6999
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
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Red Classic Night-Chinese Famous Artists Reciting Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
My Motherland-Symphony Concert On Red Classics
7:30pm. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6605 4324
Frank's Quiz
RMB20. 8pm. Frank's Place TEL (8610) 6437 8399
Candy Shop
Every Wednesday is Candy Shop-the Block 8's version of Ladies
Night. Free candy cocktails for ladies all night long. Special
drinks for gentlemen as well.
9pm. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
One World One Salsa
With the slogan of One World One Salsa, we not only teach you
how to dance, but also offer you a perfect chance for networking.
Can't dance, no problem! We have professional coaches who will
teach you free of charge and enable you to dance immediately.
One selected cocktail on special offer each time.
8:30pm-9:30pm. Trader Vic's TEL (86) 139 1098 9820
Thursday, July 2, 2009
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Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra Chinese Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Wino Thursday
For just RMB30 you can try a glass of authentic French wine. Free.
7pm. La Baie Des Anges TEL (8610) 6657 1605
Champagne Night
Come to enjoy the most incredible champagne deal in Beijing. Buy
2 bottles champagne, get one free specials.
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5393 0333
Ladies Night
2 for 1 for Ladies. The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital
Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Friday, July 3, 2009
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Live: Rock Is Dangerous
RMB40/50. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Friday Beer Promotion
One Meter HB beer (11 glasses) including 1 Butcher Starter (cold
cut platter) for RMB250 only!
Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
Alfa 80's Night
Join us every Friday night for best from the 80's! Rock out with
the infamous Side B, the Spinster, Vinyl Richie and the strut
of Sweet FA. No cover charge and free selected cocktail for ladies
from 8 to 11pm. Drink special: Shooters: 8 for RMB100.
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday, July 4, 2009
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Cheer Of Musical Note-Concert On European Piano Pieces
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
"Splendid China" Folk Music Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Wang Ruolin Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Back To The Basics
The Basic Ingredients for a Party: Groovy Tunes + Ladies Drink
Free (All Night)=Alfa Saturdays! Free entry.
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Sunday, July 5, 2009
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Happy Bubbles Night
Mumm 750ml (Brut/ Rose); Moet 750ml (Brut/ Rose); Veuve Clicquot
Brut 750ml; NO.1 Bulle de Blanquette 750ml are all buy one get
one free.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6538 2349 ext. 202
Buy One Get One Free Sundays
All drinks buy one get one free at the counter (imported wines
and discounted drinks excluded. Spend RMB10000 and get 24 bottles
of selected imported wines, spend RMB5000 to get ten bottles of
specified wines.
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
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DJ Infamous
You can't ignore DJ Infamous. Infamous is a record producer and
three-time world champion DJ. Nowadays Infamous is producing music
for such artists as Lil' Wayne and Juelz Santana. As the main star
of Beijing International Hip Hop Music Festival, Infamous will bring
you his unique American hip hop. July 18. Tang Club TEL (8610) 6500
8888
TV Rock
Australia electronic dance combination TV Rock, which consists
of Grant Smillie and Ivan Gough, will come to Beijing for a live
show. As an award winning group, TV Rock has been elected as the
No. 1 Technics Inthemix in Victoria and became resident DJ of
super club of Onelove. 9pm-4am, July 17. Coco Banana TEL (8610)
6552 6969
DJ Dopey
Master of the art of turntablism, DJ Dopey is a rare and humbled
talent that will continue to push the limits, making his debut
in Beijing. DJ Dopey has battled his way to the top, playing alongside
pioneers like DJ Q-Bert, DJ Craze, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mix Master
Mike, Dopey solidified his role amongst these innovative DJ's
while also sharing stages with artists including Eminem, Madlib,
Slum Village, Frank N Dank, Kardinal Offishall, Gang Starr and
DJ'd exclusively for DCS. RMB50. 9pm till late. July 11. Bling
Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Ivan Kupala Party(Crazy Russian Party)
Old Russian tradition to celebrate this holy day like you can
see. Jumping, fire, much water, after all having sex - that is
what Ivan Kupala Day! We can't promise you the last thing but
we guarantee you will have fun this night!!! Come and celebrate
this crazy night with club "Chocolate"! Be careful,
Mermaids will be very active this night, if they get you, you
will not have any chance to escape! 9pm-5am, July 10. Chocolate
Club TEL (8610) 8561 3988
Detriot Techno Legend Derrick May
11:11 presents Detriot techno legend Derrick May at Ruby Khi with
Patrick Yu, Kai, Eddie LV and Miami underground don, Conway upstairs
at the BEACH. RMB80 at door. RMB60 reduced and comes with a free
drink. 11pm-4am, July 9. Block 8 TEL 134 3978 4277
Alfa 80's Bubble Gum
Alfa celebrates the Neon Colored Bubble Gum Era of the 80s with
the best Pop and Top 40 tunes from Thompson Twins to Wham and
Cyndi Lauper. Free Shooters and Bubble Gum throughout the night
for those wearing glow in the dark colors. Free selected cocktail
for ladies before 12. Shooters: 8 for RMB100. 9pm, July 10. Alfa
TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Sander Van Doorn
Sander Van Doorn is the world's No. 13 DJ. He changes his style
as frequently as he does for his name. He is mostly admired for
his insist on a hardcore route, which makes him unique in today's
tender and soft world. Ticket: presale at RMB60; at door TBD.
9pm till late. July 18. GT. Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
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In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental
organizations operating in China doing so much great work.
But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can
sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic
opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
 The
St. David's Society of Beijing
The SDSB provides cultural and social experiences
for those Welsh, Chinese and others, which regularly include
a celebration of St. David's Day (Gwyl Dewi Sant), Christmas
party, rugby games, quiz nights and the like, to ensure
that the 'hwyl' of Welshness is not lost in Beijing. For
further information, please contact The Bard, Gilbard Honey-Jones
on headmaster@britishschool.org.cn
or telephone (8610) 8532 3088.
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Are You an Alumni of an Australian University?
The Australia China China Alumni Association is a not-for-profit
group open to all alumni of all Australian Universities.
We run monthly events in Beijing and Shanghai, ranging from
Ski Trips and hiking days, to Summer BBQs, networking drinks,
gala dinners, annual alumni awards, and more! Register on
our bilingual website at www.AustChinaAlumni.org
Taijiquan Workshop
Follow Han Laoshi to learn traditional style Taijiquan
for your life enhancement. Heidi will help for translation.
Wendesdays at 19:00 for beginners and Saturdays at 9:00am
for advanced level. Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com
or 1300 103 9563.
The International Festival
Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced
choral singers of all voice types. The Chorus has members
from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral
concerts three times a year. For more information or to
schedule an audition please visit us online at www.beijingifc.org
BICF Welcomes You
- Beijing International Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational
gathering for foreign passport holders. People from 60+
countries come together each Sunday morning at 9 and 11
am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information about
BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org
or call us at (8610) 8454 3468
ClubFootball
Junior Soccer Coaching
FA-qualified coaches teach soccer skills in a fun environment
to boys and girls aged 4 to 18 of all playing levels! Beginners
are welcome, and classes run at 18 venues across Beijing
afterschool and at weekends. Sign up in March for Spring
programmes kicking off in early April! Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn,
mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com,
or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for full details.
The
Commonwealth Society of Beijing is a voluntary,
non-profit organization made up of members from the Commonwealth
countries. Members meet every second Tuesday of the month.
Membership fees are RMB100 per anum, a fee which creates
a basis for annual Charity fund-raising functions. For more
information, contact: sisneo@hotmail.com or tpbm@hotmail.com
Alcoholics
Anomymous - If you want to drink that is your business.
If you want to stop, that is our business. For more information
check out our website: aabeijing.com
or send us an email at: beijingfellows@yahoo.com
Beijing
Linux User Group
For Linux Newbies and Linux Experts, all are welcome! Send
an email to info@beijinglug.org
or visit our website at http://www.beijinglug.org
for more information about our monthly meetings.
River
of Grace Church
"The River" is an English language international
church for foreign passport holders. Sunday worship services
begin 10:00 a.m., with pre-servic! e prayer starting at
9:30 a.m. We are meeting temporarily at the Yu Yang Hotel
(No. 18 Xin Yuan Xili Middle Street, Chaoyang District,
Phone: (86)10-64669988). Home groups meet on Wednesday,
Thursday, and Saturday in the Chaoyang area. For the latest
information, check our website at www.theriverofgrace.com
Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu -- Learn to defend yourself against a
bigger, stronger and heavier opponent. Club meets every
week on TUE, THU, SAT from 7:45 to 9:00 pm at East Gate
Plaza. Contact Andy 1380-137-8214 or email bjjbeijing@yahoo.com
for more info.
Chinese
Culture Club is a non-profit organization with
interesting lectures, trips, hands-on activities and courses.
Open to anyone. All events have English narration/translation.
More info: 64329341
International
Friendship Football Club in Beijing
Men, Women and Youth Football every weekend. Anyone (from
beginner to high level) is welcomed to join a team or if
you have team your are welcomed to join too. We play on
grass fields near Wangjing. 100RMB / 50RMB students are
the member fees for one year season. For more information
please check out our website: www.triggerfish.de/iffc
or e-mail: iffc@263.net.cn
or call: 6234 7106.
The
Italian Women's Association is a non-profit, non-religious,
non-political organization. the association is open to everybody,
as an opportunity of meeting, exchange and solidarity. Meeting
held each first and third Thursday of the month at 10.30
a.m at the Cultural Institute of the Italian Embassy (Sanlitun
Dong Er Jie). For further information, please contact: pechinodonne@hotmail.com. |
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