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The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• China 3C Group Hopes To Acquire Electronics Retail Company
• GreenTree Inn Welcomes New Shanghai Member
• RFMD Provides Bluetooth Solution To Taiwanese Supplier
• Chinese Actress Joins Special Olympics As Global Ambassador
• No Cheer For Hurray! Q3 Wireless Earnings
• 26 Beijing Hotels Lose Star Qualifications
• McDonald's To Open Drive-Through In Dalian Next Month
• Home Inn Found Providing Fake Invoices

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Thanks Giving and All that Trimmings
Making plans for Thanks Giving? Our Executive Chef Philip Luo and his Culinary Team combined their creativity for you to Celebrate Thanks Giving in true traditional style. Available every day until December 3 (6:00am - 10:00pm), Buffet at RMB 158 (Lunch) / RMB188 (Dinner) or a la carte. Garden Cafe at Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing, for reservations, please call (8610) 5858 5588, ext. 8690.

Having Thanksgiving Feast at Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
*Thanksgiving Feast at the Patio Restaurant - Join us for the traditional Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet served in the Patio Restaurant. The buffet includes cold dishes, salads, soup, hot dishes, desserts and carving station. November 23, Dinner Only. Adult: RMB188 + 15%; Child: Half price (under ages of 12). For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688 ext. 1971. *Let's Host Your Thanksgiving Dinner at Texan Bar & Grill - Don't want to go through any trouble for thanksgiving celebration? Texan Bar & Grill is a perfect place for you to have stress-free thanksgiving dinner. RMB158 + 15% including one glass of wine. November 23. For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688 ext. 1849.

Buffet to Suit All Your Needs at Kranzler's
Kranzler's, the newly opened restaurant and bar offers the best buffet in the capital for the best value and is sure to satisfy everyone's palate. Both the buffet and a la carte menus are available all day and feature the freshest and finest ingredients, while the exclusive wine bar features world wines by the glass. Business hours: 6 am-midnight. For reservation please call Mr. Michael Sun at (8610) 6465-3388 ext 4105.

Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner at Cafe Asia, 23 November 2006
Celebrate thanksgiving day with our buffet of traditional thanksgiving favorites; roast turkey with giblet gravy, cream of pumpkin soup and pumpkin pie. 23 November 2006. CNY168+ per person. Tel: (8610) 8498 2288 ext. 7160.

Heavenly Happy Hour at Champagne Bar
Every Day 17:30 - 21:00. Buy 1 get 1 more free on all drinks (except bottles)! Bubbles for Babes. Every Thursday: from 21:00 till close. Ladies free for Van Gogh Designer Cocktails or Champagne Cocktails. For reservations and inquiries,please dial: (8610) 5911 9999-65.

Wine Trek at Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing
For wine aficionados, take a journey to the premium wine, growing regions of Spain, France, Italy and Australia. Available from 6th Nov to 31st Dec, 2006 at 18:00 - 24:00 in The First Lounge Bar, enjoy free flow for the wine of the day. At RMB 128 per person plus 15% service charge. Fruits and snacks buffet are included. For information or reservations, please call: (8610) 8522 1999 ext. 3607.

Chang Fu Gong Hotel Oct Special Offer
*Chinese restaurant: Yang Cheng lake crab, RMB128. 3 kind of family set menu (Saturday and Sunday) are ring RMB98 - RMB168(NETT). Several deluxe set menu are ranging RMB228 - RMB528. *Coffee shop: Weekday lunch buffet (Monday to Friday) RMB158+15%. Weekday dinner and Saturday/Sunday lunch & dinner buffet includes soft drink.RMB188+15%.*Sakura: 2 kinds of special Autumn set menu are priced RMB380 and RMB550. Lunch Two combination 50% off. Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555.

Dinner Buffet Promotion at East 33, Raffles Beijing Hotel
Lobster, Foie Gras Terrine, Alaskan Crab Legs, Australian Prime Beef, Fresh Oysters, A la minute Buffet, Scrumptious Desserts, Great selection from the Grill, and the list goes on... Enjoy a special introductory offer of 33% off regular price from November 1st to 31st. For reservations, please call (8610) 6526 3388 ext. 5171.

Enjoy the Western Hot Pot (Fondue) @ Swissotel Beijing
In this cold winter, do not miss this opportunity to taste the steaming hot and delicious Cheese & Meat Fondue as well as the Raclette at the Cafe Swiss of Swissotel Beijing. Cheese Fondue and Raclette, the signature cheese dishes of Swiss Alpine cuisine, is highly sociable and perfect for entertaining family and guests. Order the Cheese Fondue or Raclette, you can also have the unlimited appetizer and dessert in the buffet. Come to Swissotel Beijing enjoy a delicious Swiss specialty. For more information and reservation: (8610) 6553 2288 - 2127.

168RMB/person for Buffet & Set Menu at Le Ciel Restaurant & Bar
Beijing OrientalBay International Hotel Le Ciel Restaurant & Bar (20th Floor) - 168RMB/person for Buffet & set menu. Various foods, multiple choices. Beside the window, the beautiful night view is in your eyes, and the graceful environment enables you a new feeling and romantic enjoyment. Meal Time: 17:30-21:00; Bar Business Time: 22:00-24:00. Tel: (8610) 5813 9988 - 27. Location: Le ciel Restaurant, Level 20.

Rumi Persian Grill
Rumi is crisply decorated with a strictly modern feel. Iranian cuisine prizes sour flavors such as pomegranate and sumac, a dried crushed sour red berry and green herbs. The menu here focuses on beef, lamb, chicken and fish kebabs. The chicken leg kebab is succulently tender and juicy, marinated in a mix of saffron and lemon juice. Vegetarians could make a hearty meal of humus, tomato and feta and vegetable salads. For dessert, try the delicate little baklava stuffed with cardamon and walnuts. Daily 11:30am - 11pm, Xiaoyun Road (opposite King's Garden Villas), Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8454 3838

HOT! Assorted Buffet Special At The Loft
Tasty food and reasonable price in a nice cozy atmosphere with musical entertainment; Order for above 5 persons get a bottle of complimentary fine wine. Lunch (11.30-14.00): RMB98 per person; Afternoon tea (14.00-17.00): RMB 48 per person; Dinner (18.00-22.00): RMB138 per person. Get RMB20 coupon for every RMB100 consumption during lunch; Get RMB30 coupon for every RMB150 order for dinner. TEL (8610) 6501 7501

Beautiful Apartment for Rent
Apartment 4th floor, 220 sm, 1 big living room, 1 dining room, 3 bath rooms, 5 bed rooms in Yu Xiang Garden, click here to view photoes. Hou Sha Yu Area, Shunyi district. Hua Run Super market and Airport hospital within 5 minutes walking distance, 3 international schools around, near Beijing central Villa area, easy access to Jing Cheng high way and Airport express high way driving you to Central City (World Trade Center) in only 40 minutes, and to Beijing Capital Airport in 10 minutes. Rental: RMB5000 / Per month (USD630), immediate available. Contact: 0086 13701285405 Ms. Zhang. Email: houserent@vip.tom.com

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Looking for Experienced Translators
The leading localization company Rainbow part of thebigword group is looking for native Korean and Japanese translators. *Responsibilities: 1. Translate English to Korean or Japanese files (especially technical documents). 2. Provide Language Proofing (i.e. checking quality of Korean or Japanese language vendors).3. Search qualified Korean or Japanese vendors. *Skills and experience: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; University degree; Localization experience is preferred. E-mail: recruit@365rainbow.com

Your Reliable Accountant in China
Business Establishment, Business Liquidation and Restructuring; Accounting, CFO service, Planning and Budgeting; Audit (Statutory, IFRS, US GAAP); Internal Control, Sarbanes Oxley 404 compliance; Tax Filing, Tax Consulting; Financial Due Diligence, M&A. Website: www.lla.cc; Email: inquiry@lla.cc. Tel: (8610) 8447 8003; Fax: (8610) 8447 8039.

Johnson Computer Connections
Dealers in computers, peripherals and various digital equipments. Specialized on-site technical support using both Chinese & English language. We offer home service and IT Outsourcing Managed Service for hardware & software as well as internet access including wireless LAN, ADSL, VPN, Email, Kill virus, home theater maintenance etc 7 days a week. Tel: (8610) 5165 9192, Website: www.johnson.net.cn, E-mail: johnson@johnson.net.cn

Computer Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn. Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn

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Beijing Mudiling Translation Center
We are a professional translation company providing multi-language translation and interpretation services for a variety of technical fields. If you need a translator or intepretor, please don't hesitate to drop us a line. We promise to deliver the best service to you. Starting price: RMB120 . Address: Room 709, No. 1 Building. Huixin Jiayuan, Wanliu Zhong Lu, Haidian District. TEL (8610) 8257 8357. Fax: (8610) 8257 9628

China Housekeeping Service
We offer Filipino maids and experienced English speaking Ayis who are good at cleaning, cooking, ironing, kid and/or pet caring as well as nursing, massaging and tutoring. We also have qualified drivers that you are looking for. For more info info about us, please call (8610) 8701 6095.

Shanghai Xu Tailor Shop (Oriental Plaza Store)
We offers tailored made dresses, particularly Chinese Qipaos for formal evening parties. We have various textile materials for you to choose from. Also we offer a big selection of hand-me-down clothes. Long-term clients enjoy 20% off all year round. Price for Hand-me-down dress is 40% off. Address: AA10, Oriental Plaza, No. 1 Chang'an Avenue. TEL (8610) 8518 6376

Beijing International Automobile Exhibition 2006
November 19-27, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000
November 19-23, China National Agricultural Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6501 8877

The 3rd China International Hydro-Machinery And Valve Exposition
November 20-22, Beijing Exhibition Center, No. 7 Zhanlan Lu, Xicheng District

Automatic Identification Exhibition 2006
November 19-23, Beijing International Conference Center TEL (8610) 8498 5588

The 6th Beijing International Automobile Parts And Accessories Exhibition
November 23-25, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 8522 9370

China Ecological Environment Exposition 2006
November 26 - December 1, Beijing International Conference Center TEL (8610) 8498 5588

Pottery and Porcelain Exhibition
Mr. Wang Longfu, a craftwork master in China who is born of a pottery and porcelain family shows over 100 pieces of exquisite works of his and his children.
November 10-December 31, Dongfang Haoyou Jingdezhen Porcelain City TEL (8610) 6559 9780

Post Nora Attitudes and Positions
This time, the artworks on display created by over ten Norwegian and Chinese artists are common as such: They all more widely involve in social reality, extensively perceive, rationally analyze, and deeply reflect it in subject's position, moderately represent artists' subjective consciousness with positive and cooperative spirit, and effectively represent their open, autonomous attitudes and uncompromising stand in personalized feeling of life and socialized perceptions and expressions.
November 4 - December 3. Today Art Museum TEL (8610) 5876 0011

Xue Jiye Solo Exhibition
Xue Jiye is showcasing his surreal works at Art Scene Beijing.
November 11 - December 2, Art Scene Beijing, Dashanzi Art District, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District.

Pink Man Series
Thai artist Manit Sriwanichpoom bringshis Pink Man Series to Beijing.
November 11 - December 26, Highland Gallery TEL (8610) 6437 7177

"Long March"
A large themed exhibition held in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March, featuring high-tech enhanced exhibiting means, with 447 historical relics to show the famous scenes that the Red Army experienced along their hard journey.
October 16 - December 5, Chinese Military Museum TEL (8610) 6686 6195

Hippolyte Romain's Live Fresco Painting
A selection of Hippolyte Romain's black and white drawings are on display.
Until November 24, Green T. House Gallery TEL (8610) 6552 8310

Transparancy
French-Israeli artist Fortunee Noel brings her works to Beijing.
October 20 - December 20, Imagine Gallery TEL (8610) 6438 5747

Super VC Concert
Rock band Super VC will present a night of live music. Tickets: RMB30/50.
7:30pm, November 24. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5166

Fairy Tale: Cinderella
Hans Christian Andersen's classic works is moved on to stage. Tickets: RMB120/220/300.
7:30pm, through November 26. Holiday Classic Theatre TEL (8610) 6512 9689

OTTO by Kinkaleri
This performance is part of the China Italian Year. Tickets: RMB50/100/120.
7:30pm, November 23-25. Beijing Oriental Pioneer Theater TEL (8610) 6559 7394

Film: "The Banquet"
Loosely inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet, The Banquet is a tale of fate set in ancient China during the Period of Five Dynasties & Ten Kingdoms (907-960 A.D.). With dreamlike fight sequences and a healthy irreverence to the source material that makes the story at once familiar and new. With a good chunk of the hefty budget of this film spent on beautiful art direction, fans of Zhang Ziyi, Ge You and wuxiu epics will want to catch this film with us in 35mm on our large screen.
8pm, November 24-25. Cherrylane Movies. For details visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn or call 139 0113 4745.

Puppet: The Little Mermaid
Tickets selling for RMB50-200.
7:30pm, November 25 till December 10. China Puppet Art Troupe TEL (8610) 6424 3698

Wang Xiaohan Piano Solo
Young pianist and musical talent Wang Xiaohan performs for music lovers in the capital. Tickets range from RMB30-150.
7:30pm, November 21. Central Conservatory of Music TEL (8610) 6641 4759

Comedy: D Style Life
Tickets selling for RMB40-280.
7:30pm, November 8-26. People's Art Theatre TEL (8610) 6559 7364

Drama: Secret Love In Pach Blossom Land
Stan Lai's long anticipated Secret Love in Peach Blossom Land comes to Beijing after 20 years. Debuted in Taiwan in 1986, the play has actually been played for more than 3000 times in mainland China. Tickets range from RMB50-580.
7:30pm, November 18-26. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6524 9847

Tibetan Dance And Song Lyric: Miracle Homeland
A large size Tibet dance and song lyric oragnized by the State Council Information Office as part of the culture exchange activities of China Tibetan Culture Week. Tickets range from RMB100-880.
7:30pm, November 26-27. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 5883 6800

Film: Miami Vice
Based on the 1980's TV action/drama, this update focuses on vice detectives Crockett and Tubbs as their respective personal and professional lives become dangerously intertwined. Tickets selling for RMB35 and above.
Throughout November. All cinemas across town. Changhong Theatre TEL (8610) 6401 6357

Films at French Culture Center
1. Vacances Au Pays
Directed by Jean-Marie Teno.
3pm. November 26.
2. Moi Et Mon Blanc
Directed by Pierre Yameogo.
6pm. November 10-25.
3. Xalima La Plume
Directed by Ousmane William Mbaye.
4. Madame Brouette
Directed by Moussa Sene Absa.
8pm. November 12-25.
All above films are shown in French with Chinese subtitles. Ticket: RMB20/RMB10 for students. Address: 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6553 2627

Get your own YPHH Card NOW!!!
The YPHH Card is a personalized card that entitles you to discounts and special deals at a variety of bars, restaurants, clubs and other places around town. The cost of the YPHH Card is RMB 50 only (life long validity) and can easily be ordered online. Get your own YPHH Card now! More information at http://www.yphh.com/members/card.htm

DJ Steve Gerrard
Steve Gerrard is a name that, if you follow progressive music, you will be hearing plenty of in 2001. Hailing from Chester, he now lives in Birmingham, UK and got his first taste of house music in 1994 when he was given a copy of the first Renaissance album. He recalls hearing the track "Song Of Life" by Leftfield and it completely changed his ear for music and his life today. 8pm-2am. November 24. Club Tango TEL (8610) 6428 2288

Fabulous Night at Suzie Wong's
Another fabulous night of great passion at Suzie Wong's will be onstage under many fans' request. Dress code: any imaginative dresses. Free entry for those who wear the most unique costume. 10pm till late. November 25. Suzie Wong's TEL (8610) 6500 3377

Santos&Madox Carlsberg Night
Santos&Madox, a top music band from Italy presents Trouble Soup -Enjoy The Sirens / Via Chicago - Mantra Breaks. 8pm-2am. November 24. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

For more info about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.

DJ Dave Robertson
Dave's love of music was there from an early age however, he only began to listen to dance music whilst he was attending school in '98. Even though the majority of Dave's time and energy is taken up by producing he has still been playing out at venues in and around Portsmouth. He came third in local competition 'Vinyl Meltdown' in summer 2002 and continues to progress as a sound engineer, DJ, and Producer. 8pm-2am. November 24. Babyface TEL (8610) 6551 9081. More info on www.98street.com.

Latinos
Latinos, Beijing's hottest Salsa Club is back in action with weekly hot dance nights and special events throughout the month! Check out our weekly calendar at www.latinosclubchina.com! You can find Latinos at A12 Nan Xin Cang Historical Complex, #22 Dongsi Shitiao and our telephone number is 6409 6997.

Monday, November 20, 2006
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Broken Heart
DJs Attacks Unicorns and Empty Floor spin all the sad-bastard tunes.
8pm. Pipe Bar TEL (8610) 6593 7756

Monday Ice Hockey Open Scrimmage
8:30-10pm. Hosa Skating Center TEL (8610) 8578 0688

New Standard English
A kid show on CETV 1.
10pm-3pm. Monday through Thursday.

Tuesday, November 21, 2006
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Film: Carlito's Way (1993)
The film tells the tale of an ex-con (Al Pacino). Directed by Brian De Palma. Free.
7pm. D-22 TEL (8610) 6265 3177

Seminar: Zen Buddhism & Tea Ritual
This is an in-depth talk by CCC experts on the relation between Zen sect Buddhism and tea, and the importance of the three key elements: tools, water and tea leaves. RMB100.
10:30am-12:00. Chinese Culture Club TEL (8610) 6432 9341

The Rotary Club of Beijing meets at the Kempinski Hotel every Tuesday at 12:00PM. Members of the Rotary Club are from a cross-section of local businesses and professional leaders who come together for fellowship and to build lifelong friendships, promote high ethical standards in all vocations and seek personal satisfaction in providing volunteer service to others in need of help. For further information, please contact: Ms. Li Xiaohui by phone at (8610) 6581 3668 or visit our website at www.rotaryclub-beijing.org or email us at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com. The President of the Rotary Club of Beijing for the year 2005 - 2006 is Mr. Carl-Ludwig Dorwald.

Wednesday, November 22, 2006
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No Man's Land
A man free land for girls at "Touch".
9-11pm. Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377

Hands-on: Peking Opera Face-painting
CCC will invite two veteran Peking Opera artists to teach how to do the spectacular while complicated opera makeup, introduce the singing & movements of Peking opea, including some episodes of performances, and end up with you doning on the costume for pictures.
2-4pm. Chinese Culture Club TEL (8610) 6432 9341

Candy Night
Kandi Klub welcomes you to the Ultimate ladies night offered in Beijing. This is definitely a night not too miss guys!!! This is the night when the most beautiful ladies in Beijing come together and party. A group of four ladies coming together will receive anamazing 50% off drinks. 8pm. Kandi Klub TEL (8610) 6590 9999

Thursday, November 23, 2006
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Thanksgiving Buffet Dinner
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with our buffet of traditional Thanksgiving favorites; roasted turkey with giblet gravy, cream of pumpkin soup and pumpkin pie. RMB168+ per person.
6:30pm. Cafe Asia TEL (8610) 8498 2288 ext. 7160.

Talk: Nathan Gray
Nathan Gray will be on-hand to talk about his new book "First Pass Under Heaven".
The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6503 2050

Thanksgiving Dinner
RMB235 per adult, half price for child between 3 and 9 years old to enjoy a buffet dinner to celebrate the traditional American festival. All prices are subjecte to 15% surcharge.
6:30pm. Sheraton Hotel TEL (8610) 6590 5566

Friday, November 24, 2006
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Shake Your Booty Party
Free entry. RMB100 get two drinks.
10pm. Zeta Bar TEL 136 9929 7853

DJ Jcue & Motor
DJ Jacue and DJ Motor will jointly present a night of fantastic music at Mix.
8pm-2am. Mix TEL (8610) 6530 2889

Jean-Pierre Moueix Signature Bordeaux Wine Tasting Night
RMB150 per person including seven glasses of wine, canape and live music.
6:30-9pm, China Lounge TEL (8610) 6562 5800

DJ Dave Robertson
8pm-2am. Babyface TEL (8610) 6551 9081

Santos & Madox Carlsberg Night
Santos & Madox, a top music band from Italy presents Trouble Soup -Enjoy The Sirens / Via Chicago - Mantra Breaks.
8pm-2am. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

Saturday, November 25, 2006
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Welcome Meeting For New Cuban Ambassador
Feiwu Latin Club will hold a welcome meeting to welcome the new ambassador to take post in Beijing. Free experience Latin dance classes and regular ball will be available as always.
8pm-2am. Feiwu Latin Club TEL (8610) 6466 1606

Fabulous Night at Suzie Wong's
Another fabulous night of great passion at Suzie Wong's will be onstage under many fans' request. Dress code: any imaginative dresses. Free entry for those who wear the most unique costume.
10pm till late. Suzie Wong's TEL (8610) 6500 3377

Swiss Chocolate Ball
The Swiss Society Beijing and the SwissCham Beijing are hosting their annual ball. You are expected to join an elegant evening of superior dining and fine wines, music and dance, highlighted by the exquisite Chocolate Buffet as well as get acquainted with old and new friends in a truly Swiss-spirited atmosphere. Ticket: RMB630 includes cocktail reception, 4-course menu, wine, beverages and live entertainment.
6pm onwards. Kempinski Hotel. For details call (8610) 6432 2020.

Sunday, November 26, 2006
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Sunday Lunch Buffet
Come to taste Germany's No. 1 restaurant for steaks.
11:30pm. Block House. For more info call (8610) 6561 6166

Workshop: Making Lotus Lanterns
Hear interesting lantern stories from Mr. Zhang, 73, nicknamed Lantern Zhang, who acquired the craftsmanship from an eunuch master in the Forbidden City.
2:30-5pm. Chinese Culture Club TEL (8610) 6432 9341

Beijing Playhouse presents A Christmas Carol
Remember the tradition....or experience the magic for the first time. Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and the Ghosts teach cantakerous ol' Ebenezer Scrooge the true meaning of Christmas. Performed in English with Chinese subtitles. Please email performance@beijingplayhouse.com or
visit www.beijingplayhouse.com

East Meets West (end) Dinner and Show Cabaret
Five London West End Musical Theatre stars are coming to Beijing to present an amazing East Meets West (end) Dinner and Show Cabaret. They will perform songs from some of the most popular musicals of all time. The magic of their voices and the splendid five-course banquet make these truly unique evenings. Ticket Hotline: 010 6437 6688 Ext: 1550. Venue: Holiday Inn Lido Beijing Time: 4 - 8 December 2006 start 6:30 pm. Standard ticket: 888RMB. VIP ticket: 1,188RMB (includes post show party with the cast). Web: http://www.china-expert.org/The-East-Meets-The-West-End-

Christmas Charity Luncheon
One of the premier charity events of the season, featuring exquisite Chinese handicrafts and charity items, as well as spectacular gift-wrapping paper and bags on sale at the bazaar, a 3-course set lunch, imported wines, welcome cocktail and raffle ticket. RMB350 person. November 27, 2006. China World Hotel. For reservation email innbeijing@hotmail.com

Messiah By The International Festival Choir
The 250-year old International Festival Choir is bringing Christmas fun and traditionalism to Beijing with their rendition of the Messiah. Tickets range from RMB50-320. 7:30pm, December 2, 2006. The Forbidden City Concert Hall. For more info call (8610) 6559 8285

Charity 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.php 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..

YPHH Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people in Beijing, Shanghai & Shenzhen. Average age is 25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH Wine Nights and monthly YPHH Happy Hours, weekend-outings, day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes to the mailing list, please log onto our renewed website http://www.yphh.com

Annual Charity Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Holiday Inn Lido Hotel
Start the holiday with our traditional charity Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy Christmas choirs from International School Beijing beginning at 18:00 and at approximately 18:30, the switch will be flipped and Holiday Inn Lido Beijing's Holiday Tree will be illuminated. Sunday, November 26 in the Hotel Lobby.

ClubFootball Junior Coaching Programmes
Have fun and brush up your football skills in the October break with ClubFootball's junior coaching courses at the British School in Sanlitun, and the ISB in Shunyi. Classes are held outdoors, and taught by FA and UEFA qualified coaches. Classes meet every day, and run from Mon 2nd - Sat 7th October. For details, please see www.clubfootball.com.cn, call (8610) 6417 0495, or mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com.

Women's Football
Women footballers get in touch now! From beginners to experienced players, all welcome. Every Monday night at Chaoyang Park - 8:00 - 9:30pm. 45 mins fun skills coaching from one of ClubFootball's UEFA qualified coaches, followed by 45 mins game play! Call (8610) 6417 0495, or mail play@wanguoqunxing.com now for more details and to reserve a place.

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

Vermilion Beijing Devils Rugby Club Supported by Guinness
we are a rugby club in Beijing, open to all nationalities of any playing ability. Non-playing, social members are also welcome. The club has over 150 members. We train on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, the meeting point is the Den Bar, at 7pm. Games are played on weekends - for more information please visit www.beijingdevils.com.

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

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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