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Hotel Deals |
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|  Love
at Grand Millennium Beijing
Superb settings, awarding-wining cuisine and personalisers will
definitely turn every minute of your wedding a memorable one...
Dream Vision RMB 358/person; Romantic Eden RMB 458/person; Luxurious
Melody RMB 588/person. 10 person/table, minimum 10 tables. All
the above prices are subject to 15% service charge. For more information
please consult our wedding specialists at (8610) 8587 6888 ext.
5335 or 133 011 61861.
 Smart
Enough to Make The Weekends Enjoyable
Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu presents "Happy Holiday,
Happy Valley" weekend family package at only RMB1399 from
25 September, 2009 to 28 February, 2010. The package features
2 nights stay at Superior Room in Holiday Inn with breakfast up
to 3 persons, Chengdu Happy Valley family tickets and scheduled
shuttle bus transfer. Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu is located
in the prime district of Chengdu with a 10-minute drive from Chengdu's
city centre and 20-minute from Chengdu International Airport.
For more information and reservations, please contact: (8628)
8534 8888 or email to: reservation.chengdu@ihgcd-jzg.com
 Hotel
Kunlun November Room Promotion
Hotel Kunlun's Autumn Room rates include complimentary broadband,
fitness center and pool access! Weekday rates: Deluxe Room: RMB1280
net w/breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB1480 net w/breakfast;
Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1680 w/Executive floor breakfast. Weekend
rates: Deluxe Room: RMB1180 net w/breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room:
RMB1380 net w/breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1580 w/Executive
floor breakfast. Advance reservations required, subject to availability.
Contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department at (8610)6590 3388
ext. 5457 or email: res@hotelkunlun.com
 Business
Value Rate at Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Weekday: Superior Room - RMB1, 470.00 per room per night | Deluxe
Room - RMB1, 570.00 per room per night | Executive Room - RMB1,
780.00 per room per night. Weekend: Superior Room - RMB1, 320.00
per room per night | Deluxe Room - RMB1, 420.00 per room per night
| Executive Room - RMB1, 630.00 per room per night. Include: Free
Airport butler service, one way pick-up for one night stay and
round trip for two nights stay | One complementary buffet breakfast
| Free Internet access | Free access to both health club outlets
and indoor swimming pool | Rate subject to 15% surcharge. Valid
date from May to end of December, 2009. The terms and conditions
are subject to availability and confirmation by the Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center. We look forward to welcoming you
to stay at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center! For reservations:
Reservations.Beijing@kempinski.com;
Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 Fax: (8610) 6462 2204.
 Ramada
Parkside Beijing, the Ideal Choice for Your Business
Discovered the professional conference facilities in central Olympic
area that Ramada Parkside Beijing, in walking distance to the
"Bird Nest"- the main venue of 2008 Olympic Games. It
is neighbored by the facilities including Beijing International
Convention Center, China National Convention Center, China Science
& Technology Museum, Beijing Conference Center, and very close
to Zhong-Guan-Cun, Wang-Jing and Shang-Di high tech industrial
park. The hotel extensive meeting facilities including the 324
square meters Grand ballroom, as well as multi-function rooms.
All facilities feature the state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment
make this hotel to be the perfect business place just designed
for you. Tel: (8610) 6480 9988. Email: reservation@ramadabj.com
 Free
Meetings + Free Nights at The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
The Westin Beijing Chaoyang is offering free day meetings + free
3rd night accommodation. Book with us by 31 October 2009 for your
meeting before 31 March 2010. Room rates from RMB800+15% (weekend)
and RMB1,000+15% (weekday) onwards (minimum of 10 rooms). Terms
and conditions apply. SPP (Starwood Preferred Planner) members
can enjoy 2,500 bonus starpoints for every 25 paying rooms confirmed.
Add: No. 1 Xinyuan Nan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Tel:
(8610) 5922 8888. Email for a quotation at events.chaoyang@westin.com
 Value
For Your Weekend Stay Offer
Amazing value weekend deal! Receive RMB 1000 credit to
spend anywhere at The Westin Beijing Financial Street, from RMB
1000 per room per night. Upgrade and we'll match your room rate
with hotel credit, so you can spend even more...For more information
or to make a reservation, please call (8610) 6606 8866 or email
reservation.beijing@westin.com
 Experience
a New Beginning - A New Way to Find Relaxation
Begin your journey at The Westin Tianjin, opening December 2009,
to calm the mind, elevate your senses and find renewal. Escape
this winter with a free RMB400 credit to spend anywhere in the
hotel, from RMB1,001 per room per night (subject to 15% service
charge. Valid until 31st March, 2010. Terms and conditions apply).
For more information or to make a reservation, please visit westin.com/tianjin
or call (8622) 2389 0088 or 4008 688 688
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 Nightlife |
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Venue, Hearty Menu
Beijing's best and oldest sports bar continues to impress with
its extensive beer list, hearty bar food designed by Aussie chef,
pool tables, free Wi-Fi, Tues Texas Hold'em, Wednes trivia quiz,
Thurs darts and Fri spool competition nights, and plasma TVs showing
any sports you want! Free venues for all parties and meetings.
Frank's is a capital classic. 9am-3am. Lido Area, Jiangtai Xilu
(West of the Rosedale Hotel). Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; Website:
www.franksplacebeijing.com
 The
Toxic Avenger
The Toxic Avenger, a.k.a. Simon Delacroix, is an electro thrash
producer hailing from Paris, France. Taking cues from intelligent
hardcore and punk, all the way to 60's pop, The Toxic Avenger
brings us a unique blend of melodic rage and screaming synth that
create a sonic epic that audience may lose their minds to. Don’t
miss it. RMB80/RMB50 for presale. 9:30pm, November 7. Yugong Yishan
TEL (8610) 6404 2711. Please visit www.clubzone.com
for details.
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 Dining Out |
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2, Get 1 for Free
Landmark Evergreen Cafe presents and offers a range of mouthwatering
"Japanese cuisine"! Buffet Dinner from Monday to Sunday:
168 Yuan per Person: 2 buffet orders for the price of 1 (1+1=1);
Free fruit juices; 50% off for birthday celebrants; Promotion
of drinks and the afternoon tea! The prices above are subject
to 15% service charge. Please call (8610) 6590 6688 - 5255. Location:
Evergreen Cafe, Level 3, Landmark Hotel, 8 North Dongsanhuan Road,
Chaoyang District, Beijing.
 Grill
Thrills Unlimited
Choose either the freshest seafood or the finest steak, we will
toss it on the grill and serve it hot on your plate. Eat as much
as you want! Both offerings include a select appetizer and dessert.
Every Saturday 5:30pm - 11:00pm at Grange. Add: Level 2, The Westin
Beijing Chaoyang. No. 1 Xinyuan Nan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.
For more information and reservation, please call (8610) 5922
8880.
 Sunday
at Kempinski
Join our family brunch with your loved ones and friends, featuring
the best of both worlds. Asian tradition from China and Japan,
and Western specialties from Italy and Germany. Family Brunch:
RMB 288 - Buffet including welcome cocktail, unlimited fruit juices
and soft drinks. Sparkling package: RMB 338 - including unlimited
Paulaner Beer, sparkling wine, fruit juices, soft drinks, and
a welcome cocktail to start with. Our Kempinski kids club with
our caring clown will make this visit a great enjoyment for all.
Every Sunday, from 11:30am to 3:00pm. * Prices are per person
and subject to 15% surcharge. For reservations please call (8610)
6465 3388 ext 4105 or e-mail us at restaurant.beijing@kempinski.com
 Healthy
Juice, Happy Body
A sophisticated afternoon tea buffet, an elegant evening
cocktail. No matter what the time of day, the stylish decor, beautiful
flavors and delightful ambiance of Hotel Kunlun's Mezzanine Lounge
will delight even the most discerning patron. The Mezzanine Lounge
rolls out a menu of sweet and healthful juices featuring tasty
fruits and vegetable full of vitamins and nutrition, all set to
help your body relax, refresh, and re-energize! For further information,
kindly contact: (8610) 6590 3388 ext 5324.
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! |
 Travel Information |
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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
Mangshan
National Forest Park
Located to the east of the Ming Tombs Reservoir in Changping District,
Mangshan (Snake Hill) National Forest Park is about 40 kilometers
from downtown Beijing. With a total forest coverage rate of 86%,
the park is the largest of its kind in Beijing area and features
five wonders: the most diversified trees, the largest stone sculpture
of Buddha, the longest staircase and the highest pagoda and painted
corridor in Beijing, and the largest artificial lake in China.
Door ticket: RMB15 per person. How to go: Take No. 912 Bus at
Andingmen or No. 845 Bus at Xizhimen and get off at the Ming Tombs
Reservoir station. For details please call (8610) 6071 3818
Old
Beijing Miniature Gardens
Old Beijing Miniature Gardens is 38 kilometers from the center
of Beijing and consists of a garden resort, a folk street and
a reception management area. The garden resort area reproduces
the Beijing city cduring the Ming and Qing Dynasties by a proportion
of 1:15; and the Folk Street is rebuilt by 1:1 to highlight Beijing
flavor and custom. Ticket: RMB45 per person. Small it is, you
can get a full view of everything about Beijing here. TEL (8610)
6977 1805
Beijing
Yuchen Aviation Service
Approved by China Civil Aviation Administration, Yuchen Aviation
Service is a professional air ticket agent offering discounted
air tickets to customers in Beijing. We have signed cooperation
agreement with many an airline company including Air China, Shenzhen
Airline and Hainan Airlines. For detailed information about our
latest discounted air tickets please call (8610) 8671 0693 and
you will enjoy a quick delivery service beyond your expectation.
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 Education |
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|  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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Excellent Great
With six hair stylists, Excellent Great mainly adopts VS technique
and offers personalized hair style to each customer. Suitable for
those who want to seek for fashion and style. Hair cutting: RMB128-1000;
perming: RMB600-800; hair dyeing: RMB600. Reservation needed for
service after 17:00pm Monday through Friday and 10:00-17:00 on weekends.
Address: 1105, No. 3 Building, Jianwai SOHO, Chaoyang District TEL
(8610) 5869 5905
ASAKURA Hair Salon
With a total business area of 1100 square meters, ASAKURA is designed
by a Japanese designer who makes it simple but not lack of vigor.
With 61 seats as well as many other featured service like hair
beauty school, stylish dress and art corridor, ASAKURA makes your
life colorful and meaningful. Address: inside the No. 4 Courtyard,
Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District Reservation hotline: (8610) 6506
7455/6506 7456
Beijing Nuoya Dental Clinic
Personalized dental design to meet the demand of those seeking
for dental aesthetics; accurate production of porcelain teeth
with advanced technology, painless therapy to offer a pleasant
and enjoyable dental beauty experience to customers and fast production
cycle to save time for you. These all are what we can do for you.
Our featured services include dental beauty, porcelain teeth and
computerized porcelain teeth. For more about us or for a reservation
please call (8610) 8454 9939 |
 Relocations |
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Shenli
Home Moving
Beijing Shenli Home Moving Company is a professional home moving
service provider. With a group of young and well-educated staff
who are skillful in moving, installing, dismantling and packaging
your belongings, we will help you out of the troublesome and tiring
relocation work so you can continue enjoying life and moving. Starting
price: RMB180 for individuals and RMB200 for businesses. TEL (8610)
6282 9319
Jinri Home Relocation Service
Established in 1993, Beijing Jinri Home Relocation Company has
owned up to 100 vehicles of various types and a team of well-trained
employees as well as advanced moving facilities and management
system. We have businesses across town so we can deliver you the
fastest service you needs. Besides, we have passed the ISO9000
certification which guarantees a quality service to you. Starting
price: RMB220 per truck. Hotline: (8610) 8733 5585/（8610）8845
2679
Sitong Wangda Relocation Company
Sitong Wangda is a large size moving company whose businesses
cover individual home moving, office moving, factory relocation,
equipment relocation, furniture installing and dismantling, air-conditioner
moving and repairing. We have a dedicated team whose members are
experienced in moving your belongings around quickly and safely.
RMB1200 for luxury moving package and RMB1000 for economical moving
package. Consulting hotline: (8610) 8980 2200
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 Jobs |
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| Check
for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Australian
Embassy Beijing: Job Vacancy - Senior Cultural Relations Project
Officer, LE 7-1
The Australian Embassy, Beijing is seeking expressions of interest
from suitably qualified persons to fill the above position. Detailed
information is available on www.china.embassy.gov.au. Applications
should be submitted to the Human Resources Section of the Australian
Embassy, Beijing at: beijing.hrrecruitment@dfat.gov.au.
The applications will close on 6 November 2009. |
 Services |
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Xinyitong
Translation Company
Founded by returned overseas Chinese, Beijing Xinyitong Translation
Company owns more than 3000 full time and part time translators/interpretors.
We can convert your words into 72 languages both in written and
orally and our translation works are widely recognized by embassies
and businesses. We are specialized in financial insurance, biomedicine,
technology, legal contract and business negotiations. Price: RMB120
per thousand words for the translation of foreign language into
Chinese and RMB160-180 for the translation of Chinese into foreign
language/s. Address: 2209 Caifu Xihuan, 58 Nanbinghe Road TEL
(8610) 5165 0086
Beijing
Anjia Housekeeping Service
A professional housekeeping service provider in Beijing, we have
branches in Chongwen District, Haidian District, Xuanwu District
and Fengtai District and owns a team of professional trainers
and managers. With our top management courses and the track system
of our staff, we are capable of providing you satisfying and personalized
service. Address: Room 101, No. 14 Building, Fangchengyuan Yiqu,
Fangzhuang, Fengtai District TEL (8610) 6764 9401 |
Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibitions |
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2009 China International Jewelry Fair
The fair has 30000 sqm, over 1500 booths, which focus on international
attention, and is the most influential jewelry fair in China.
November 5-9, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0000
Shenzhen Fashion Exhibition
November 4-6, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0000
China Investment And Business Development Meeting
November 7-8, National Conference Center TEL (8610) 8437 0311
"Shore"-Moonriver Sculpture Exhibition
October 25-November 30, Moonriver Culture Innovation Industry
Park TEL (8610) 8952 6666
"Design-Productivity" Art Exhibition
The exhibition consists of two parts of "CEOs' Letters"
and "the Story of Designing Enterprise Brands" which
are presented by means of video, audio, network, data, and diagrams.
October 27-November 11, National Art Museum of China TEL (8610)
6401 7076
"Greengaged-China" Sustainable Design Exhibition
Since September, Greengaged has been touring around the world
from London to promote sustainable design. The last destination
of it is Copenhagen where the UN Climate Summit will be held.
October 27-November 6, the Multifunctional Hall of China Central
Academy Of Fine Arts TEL (8610) 6477 1114
POST_: Modern International Posters Exhibition
October 26-November 4, Academy of Fine Arts in Tsinghua University
TEL (8610) 6561 9562
"Green Journey" New Energy Automobile Design Exhibition
October 25-30, The China Millennium Monument TEL (8610) 5980 2288
"Marilyn 12" - Lawrence Schiller Solo Exhibition
LAN Beijing and F2 Gallery exhibit the famous "Marilyn 12"
photo series by Lawrence Schiller.
October 23-November 22, F2 Gallery TEL (86) 150 1152 7797
"Living Elsewhere" Art Exhibition
The exhibition showcases the photos, paintings and sculpture of
three artists of Lukas Birk, Lu Pei and Yan Shilin to explore
the living status of the individual life in the contemporary Chinese
society.
October 17-December 31, Dun Gallery TEL (8610) 8042 2395
China Realism
An exhibition organized to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the
founding of the People's Republic of China.
October 26-November 10, National Art Museum Of China TEL (8610)
6401 2252
"World's Face"-Herbert Baker Water Color Painting Exhibition
September 20-November 28, ARTMIA Foundation TEL (8610) 8457 4550
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Theater & Performances |
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Beijing Playhouse Presents a Heartwarming Family Christmas
Comedy
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge, a comedy by Mark Brown, directed
by Michael Gralapp, takes place one year after A Christmas Carol.
Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley and the ghosts of Past, Present
and Future decide to settle once and for all the true meaning
of Christmas. Bah! Humbug! You're out of order! The show runs
December 4-27, 2009. For reservations, email performance@beijingplayhouse.com
or call Beijing Playhouse's box office at 137 1890 8922.
Orchestral Music Concert
Tickets selling for RMB60-200.
7:30pm, November 2. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Comedy "Find A Man To Be Your Pet"
Tickets selling for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, November 2-11. PLA Song and Dance Theatre TEL (8610) 6841
8730
Orchestral Music & Chorus Symphony Concert
Tickets selling for RMB60-200.
7:30pm, November 3. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Historical Drama "King Of Qin"
In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB60-200.
7:30pm, November 3-4. NCPA Theatre Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Opera "Village Knight"
Tickets selling for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, November 3-5. Century Theatre TEL (8610) 6466 4803
Toulouse National Symphony Orchestra Concert
Tickets selling for RMB100-1080.
7:30pm, November 4. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Drama "Ge Dai Xiao"
Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, November 4-15. Dongtu Theatre TEL (8610) 6417 0058
"One Hundred Tour Performances of Chinese National Music"
By Jilin Chinese Orchestra. Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, November 6. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Jazz Concert
Tickets selling for RMB60-280.
7:30pm, November 6. PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 7627
"Tenderhook" By Scotland Dance Troupe
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, November 6-7. Meilanfang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833
1288
Graham Scott Piano Recital
Tickets selling for RMB50-1280.
7:30pm, November 7. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Concert By China Opera and Dance-Drama Theatre
Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, November 7. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Cheer Chen YeeChing Beijing Concert
Cheer Chen is a popular singer-songwriter, guitarist and pianist
from Taiwan. Chen generally sings in Mandarin Chinese. Tickets
selling for RMB280-1380.
7:30pm, November 7. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6840 5660
Dick And Cowboy Beijing Recital Concert
Tickets selling for RMB180-1600.
7:30pm, November 7. Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399
Peking Opera "Xie Yaohuan-Garden"/"Xing Lu Xun
Zi"/"Yu Zhou Feng"
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, November 7. China Beijing Opera Academy Experimental Theater
TEL (8610) 5851 9688
Enchanting Land-Special Performance Of Chinese Ethnic Group's
Dances
Tickets selling for RMB60-200.
7:30pm, November 7-8. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Western Classic "Horse Flies"
Tickets selling for RMB60-200.
7:30pm, November 7-8. NCPA Theatre Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Peking Opera "Yu Ding Guan Hua"/"Xin An Yi"
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, November 8. China Beijing Opera Academy Experimental Theater
TEL (8610) 5851 9688
Appreciating the Classic—China National Symphony Orchestra Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, November 8. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Canadian Quartetto Gelato Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, November 8. National Library Of China Concert Hall TEL
(8610) 8854 5520
NCPA Original Opera "Xishi"
Xishi is an opera based on the story of a beautiful Chinese woman
with the same name in the Spring and Autumn Period. Tickets selling
for RMB80-1200.
7:30pm, October 30-November 5, NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655
0987
Film: Astro Boy
Set in the futuristic Metro City, "Astro Boy" is a robot
with incredible powers created by a scientist named Dr. Tenma.
Powered by positive "blue" energy, Astro Boy is endowed
with super strength, x-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the
ability to fly. Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance,
Astro Boy encounters many other colorful characters along the
way. Directed by David Bowers. With Kristen Bell, Nicolas Cage,
Charlize Theron. Currently showing in English in 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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Weekly Calendar |
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Monday, November 2, 2009
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Orchestral Music Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Lunch Bunch
The beautiful Yunnan Restaurant In & Out in Sanlitun will
offer their great variety of specialties from Chinese southwestern
minority areas. Price per person is expected to be RMB 60-80.
Depart at 12pm from Capital Mansion Athletic Center. Restaurant
address: 1 Beixiao Street, Sanlitun area TEL (8610) 8454 00866
or (8610) 6467 5235
Happy Bubbles Night
This is a night when you can Buy One Get One free all night. Club
Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6538 2349
Mexican Monday
All-Star Sports Bar & Grill proudly presents Mexican Mondays!
We got specials on all our Mexican dishes from our gigantic burritos
to our delicious fish tacos. Enjoy 15% off all Mexican dishes.
5pm-2am. Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
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Orchestral Music & Chorus Symphony Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Tuesday Double Take
All Pizza buy one get one free after 5pm. Danger Doyle's TEL (8610)
6591 3337
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
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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Sleep Over Party
Forget about your apartment room? Come meet at Vics. 10pm. Vics
TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Toulouse National Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Martini Wednesday
Over 20 kinds of Martinis are on the offer. They are not created
by Lan Club, but come straight from heaven. 9pm. Lan Club TEL
(8610) 5109 6012
College Students' Night
Bringing together the true elements of hip hop with DJs Jcue (U.K.)
and Weschen (L.A.) combining the best of new and classic urban
tracks to create the purest hip-hop party in Beijing--known as
the Formula. RMB160 for free flow drinks from 9:30-midnight. Bling
Club TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Thursday, November 5, 2009
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Girls' Night
The trendiest HipHop brought by DJ Why and DJ Icee along with
a hot dance competition hosted by MC Kay. Free cocktails for girls
all night. Club Tang TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Bodega Fever
Enjoy Spanish delicacies with only RMB88. RMB38 for each glass
of selected wines. Scarlett TEL (8610) 6552 2880
Ladies Night
2 for 1 for Ladies. The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital
Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Friday, November 6, 2009
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Rock Is Dangerous II-Environment Is Danger
RMB70-220. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
"One Hundred Tour Performances of Chinese National Music"
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Jazz Concert
7:30pm. PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 7627
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, November 7, 2009
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Yao Zheng Birthday Concert
RMB60-120. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Graham Scott Piano Recital
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Concert By China Opera and Dance-Drama Theatre
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
The Toxic Avenger
9:30pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
Cheer Chen YeeChing Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6840 5660
Dick And Cowboy Beijing Recital Concert
7:30pm. Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399
Peking Opera "Xie Yaohuan-Garden"/"Xing Lu Xun
Zi"/"Yu Zhou Feng"
7:30pm. China Beijing Opera Academy Experimental Theater TEL (8610)
5851 9688
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, November 8, 2009
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Gatecrash Quartetto China Tour Beijing Concert
RMB70-200. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Peking Opera "Yu Ding Guan Hua"/"Xin An Yi"
7:30pm. China Beijing Opera Academy Experimental Theater TEL (8610)
5851 9688
Appreciating the Classic—China National Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Canadian Quartetto Gelato Concert
7:30pm. National Library Of China Concert Hall TEL (8610) 8854
5520
Sunday BBQ
A chilled-out day of food, fun and drinks with an endless flow
of mojitos, margaritas, wines and draught beer, plus a barbecue.
3pm-7pm. RMB168/person. Xiu TEL (8610) 8567 1108
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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American Ballet Theatre Contemporary Ballet Collection
(Asia Premiere)
American Ballet Theatre, one of the foremost ballet companies
in the world, will bring together the representative five repertoires
of advancing front of American contemporary ballet. The audience
will get the chance to enjoy the latest three pieces of work having
their world premiere in American Lincoln Center on October 15,
2009. Tickets selling for RMB180-1600. 7:30pm, November 12-13,
NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Ying Yang Twins Live Show
The Ying Yang Twins are a rap group consisting of Kaine and D-Roc.
Their style consists of a mix of east-coast and crunk and their
most popular CDs are "Alley", "U.S.A. United State
of Atlanta", and the most known, "Get Low". November
14. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Beatbox-Rahzel
As the undisputed "Godfather of Noyze," Rahzel has re-defined
the beat box. Probably the best known member of The Roots, Rahzel
is a self-defined "vocal percussionist" who has perfectly
mastered this quintessential hip hop art form, playing across
the world his famous a cappella performance of "If You Mother
Only Knew." RMB100. 9pm till late, November 14. Reservation
recommended. Bling Club All Star TEL 1381 055 7239
Armin Van Buuren
Armin van Buuren is one of the most popular DJs around: voted
number one twice by DJ Mag, and 30 million listeners to his radio
show and worldwide gigs. His '76', 'Shivers' and 'Imagine' artist
albums are award-winning, his Armada Music label is a big success
and the amount of fans is still growing fast. He will come to
perform in Beijing on November 27. 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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| New
Public Health Website For Beijingers
An American family doctor has created a free public
health guide to health and wellness for expats in Beijing
and other China cities. The website, at MyHealthBeijing.com,
focuses on wellness, illness and resources. Come and check
for the information you need.
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
Men's Football Leagues and Junior Academies Are All Now
Underway Across Beijing and Tianjin
October at November listings for Junior academies are now
online aswell as details on the Men's Midweek 5-a-Side Autumn
season 2, with places still available for both. And a brand
new programme at MSB (Shunyi) has just been announced starting
on October 10th with still time to sign up! ClubFootball
soccer coaching programmes are designed and delivered in
a fun and friendly environment for boys and girls of all
levels aged 4 to 18. Classes are held after school, at weekends
and during holidays. To join email coaching3@wanguoqunxing.com
or play@wanguoqunxing.com
or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for more info.
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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