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piece of antique Chinese furniture!
Screens
Wonderful as a partition, for privacy, or as a backdrop. Our
Chinese folding screens make striking room dividers. Our Chinese
Screens are very decorative and strikingly different from their
Japanese and Chinese counterparts. ... Various Large Rectangular
Wooden Chinese Panel(s) brightly painted - This exact item may
not be available however with your approval we will find the
closest match for you. We also carry numerous wall hangings,
screens and paintings to add a nice Asian flavor to ones home.
Also with one of the largest selections of Chinese sideboards,
we have recently added numerous Mongolian and Tibetan antique
furniture...
For more information,
please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/
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 Winter
Warmth From Only CNY920 Per Room Nightly at Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Terms & Conditions: 1. Room rate for Deluxe room
during weekend from CNY920 per room nightly and weekday from
CNY950 per room nightly. 2. A minimum of three-night stay is
required to qualify for weekend special rates. 3. Rooms and
rates are subject to availability. 4. Rates are valid from December
1, 2006 to February 28, 2007. 5. Advance reservation is required.
Please quote rate code "APPRO1" for weekend rate and
"APPRO3" for weekday rates. Call 800 810 3088 (in
China) or (86 10) 6590 5566 ext 2257 for reservations. Limited
rooms available for this promotion. Book Now! Book online at
Sheraton.com/Beijing
and enjoy the Best Rates. Guaranteed. If you find lower online
rate anywhere else, we will match the rate and provide you with
additional 10% discount or 2,000 Starpoints.
Flowing "Forbidden City in Yalong Bay" - Magic
Christmas at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Enjoy Deluxe Room only for RMB 1388 and up. Let's
take an unforgettable journey into the magical spirit of Christmas!
We offer you a Grand Party with: Sumptuous Christmas Gala Dinner
Buffet, flow of house wine and beer, orange juice and soft drinks
| Great Chinese traditional entertainment shows | Amazing lucky
draw Prize. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717.
Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88
40 888 (mobile) E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com.
Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn
 Fabulous
Festive Escape at China World Hotel, Beijing
Deluxe Room: RMB1080; Horizon Club Deluxe Room*: RMB1180;
Premier Room*: RMB1580. *includes exclusive privileges: access
to Horizon Club Lounge, with 24-hour private butler service,
complimentary evening cocktails, all-day refreshments, express
check-in and check-out. Terms and Conditions: Room rates subject
to 15% surcharge per room per night. | Rooms valid for single/double
occupancy. | Rooms subject to availability at time of reservation.
| Package valid from 15th December 2006 until 15th January 2007
(inclusive). Tel: (8610) 6505-8885 or email: reservations.cwh@shangri-la.com.
Or, get a complimentary upgrade to the next room category by
booking online via www.shangri-la.com
and mentioning "upgrade" in your correspondence
 Kempinski
Resort & Spa is Opening in January 2007
The Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya is nestled on
a soft white sandy beach located on the most southern tip of
China. Spanning 51.6 hectares of lush tropical greenery and
palm trees, the resort is a perfect getaway from the bustling
city life. Spectacular views of the sea are yours to relish
in the comfort of your own room with private balcony and tub
to relax. Indulge in a wide range of spa and wellness facilities
or a game of golf nearby. Here, you can choose to relax and
do nothing or simply everything... For Sales, Marketing &
Catering enquiries: sales.sanya@kempinski.com;
For Rooms Reservation Enquiries: reservation.sanya@kempinski.com.
Internet: www.kempinski-sanya.com
 The
Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen is Now Open
390 guest rooms and suites that exude refined luxury. Innovative
dining and entertainment options. Chic Wellness Center. Comprehensive
meeting and banquet facilities. Impeccable personal service.
For information and reservations please call (86755) 8888 8888
Fax: (86755) 8612 3999; Email: reservations.shenzhen@kempinski.com;
Web site: www.kempinski-shenzhen.com
 Sheraton
Sanya Resort Golfing Package
The Sheraton Sanya Resort Golfing Package offers outstanding
discounts on all of your favorite golf courses on Hainan Island...it
is everything you could possibly want in a package, plus more!
A discerning golfer deserves the top courses, top accommodation,
confirmed tee times and prepaid green and cart fees. For full
information please visit www.sheratonsanya.com
or click
here or Phone (86) (898) 8855 8236 or Toll-Free on 800 810
3088 or Email: sanya.sheraton@sheraton.com
 TianLun
International Hotel Christmas & New Year Celebration Room
Special
December 22-24, 2006:RMB468 nett/room/night | December
25, 2006: RMB508 nett/room/night | December 30, 2006-January
2, 2007: RMB428 nett/room/night. Privileges: * Complimentary
breakfast buffet for one, RMB65/person requested upon check-in;
* Free broadband Internet in all guest rooms; * Free coffee
and tea in all guest rooms; * Free use of hotel gymnasium and
sauna; * Free parking. Terms & Conditions: * Room reservation
is subject to Hotel's availability. * Should a dispute arise,
TianLun International Hotel reserves the right to arbitrate
the final decision. Tel: 020-9-8393 6388: Fax: 020-3882 4587;
E-mail: sales@tianlun-hotel.com;
Website: www.tianlun-hotel.com
 Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Executive Package
RMB 1688.00 per night for Executive Room + Airport
Transfer. Valid on Fri/Sat/Sun from Sept 1 until February 28,
2007. Additional RMB300 for Mon-Thu. All rates are subject to
15% surcharge. Room is subject to availability. For more details
regarding this package, pls click
here. For reservations: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5522 /
5533; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com;
Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Autumn,
Winter Promotion at The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen
Shenzhen only 5 star luxury all suites business hotel will offer
60% discount for all suites (RMB 920 + 15%) from October 18,
2006 until February 28, 2007. All suites are 48sq meters and
above, complete with extra large bath and rainforest showers,
42 inch plasma television, complimentary broadband internet,
"intelligent" air conditioning and double-glazed windows
for perfect peace and quite amid the bustling city are just
some of the features to compliment your stay. For room bookings,
please visit the website www.landmarkshenzhen.com
or call reservations department at (0755) 8219 0033.
 Special
Room Rate of City Inn
The City Inn, a brand of budget hotels under the OCT
International Hotel Management Co., Ltd, features naturalness,
comfort, simplicity and contemporary design as well as speedy
and amiable services. Try our new City Inn Qinghui Shunde for
only RMB178. Or enjoy our special rate of RMB200/room night
for standard room in City Inn ZhuZiLin, City Inn Exhibition
Center. Dial our Central Reservation Office 400 830 9996, 400
630 9996 to make reservation or email reservations@octhotels.com
or visit www.cityinn.com.cn.
 Weekend
Special at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Rates start from RMB 1,550 per night. Make yourself
at home during your weekends and stay with us for your Fridays
and Saturdays nights. Enjoy our legendary hospitality at a very
special rate, plus receive a host of additional benefits and
discounts. Benefits: Late check-out till 4:00 pm at no charge
- Breakfast at additional RMB227.70 per person. This offer is
valid from now till 31 December 2006. For reservations (8621)
6882 8888, fax (8621) 6882 0160 or reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com.
Rates are subject to 15% Service Charge.
"Winter
Rhythm" Special Rate at Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing
Would you believe that you spend only RMB 418 to stay
in a 5-star fine art hotel for one night? But it is true at
the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing for a limited time. From
November 15th, 06 to February 28th, 07, you could enjoy our
special rate for a Standard Room at RMB 418. The package includes
one night stay in a Standard Room of Presidential Plaza Hotel
Beijing and one breakfast for one person at Garden Cafe. The
rate is subject to 15% service charge and availability. Book
now, please dial (8610) 5858 5691.
 The
Fraser Experience Now in Shekou
Conveniently located in Shekou, there are various restaurants,
Bars, international schools, and supermarkets within walking
distance | Spacious apartments ranging from 60sqm - 340sqm with
apartment features and facilities | 24 hours reception and security
with daily housekeeping service | The only 'LEED NC SILVER'
certificate winner in China issued by U.S green building council
| Flexible leasing terms from daily to long term. Tel: (0755)
2688 3333; address: No.8 Nanhai Road, Shekou, Shenzhen; Email:
Sales.shenzhenshekou@fraserhospitality.com;
Website: www.fraserhospitality.com
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Sea Christmas at Central Garden Hotel on December 24, 2006
The Beijing Aquarium and Central Garden Hotel present
"Carnival on Water, Celebrate Christmas"! The Christmas
and holiday season is upon us and you can now spend an unforgettable
night with your family and friends! The event highlights Central
Garden Hotel's four-star dining experience, live band, Christmas
choir, wonderful sea animal performance, exotic dances and surprising
prizes. It will be an unforgettable event! Time: 18:00-22:30.
Adult Ticket: RMB888 per person. Student Ticket: RMB588 (above
1.4 meter). For more info or reservations, please contact (8610)
5156 8888 ext.191/158 and (8610) 5152 7828.
 Christmas
Party with Godfather
The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing is "Making you an offer
you can't refuse" for this action packed evening. Section
A - CNY2,388+,Section B - CNY1,988+,Prices include food, a glass
of gluhwein, house wine, coffee or tea. Please call 6590 5566
ext. 2132 for tickets and more information. www.sheraton.com/beijing
 Christmas
& New Year's Buffet
The specially designed buffet includes the best cuisine with menus
featuring highlights of festival specialties from all over the
world. Evergreen Cafe also invited foreign bands to perform "Live
Christmas Carols" during the evening time. We are giving
away fantastic discounts and free amenities at specified buffet
time. Come over and check it out. Duration: December 1st - 29th
(except 24th), 2006. Time: Lunch: 12:00 noon - 14:00 pm; Dinner:
18:00 pm - 21:00 pm. Price: RMB 138 plus 15 percent service charge.
Venue: Evergreen Cafe of L3, Central Plaza, Landmark Towers. Tel:
(8610) 6590 6688 ext. 5255.
 Enjoy
Christmas Eve at the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing
*Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A
Gala Christmas buffet, presented by our talented chefs, with traditional
Christmas dishes cooked right before your eyes. RMB 588 net per
person (Children from 4 to 12 years, 50% discount) *Christmas
Eve Dinner, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. RMB 688 net per person (Children
from 4 to 12 years, 50% discount) *Christmas Eve Dinner, 6:00
pm to 10:00 pm. RMB 888 net per person (Children from 4 to 12
years, 50% discount). Ticket hotline: (8610) 5858 5588 ext 8430;
mailto:christmas@presidentialplaza.com
 Christmas
Eve Gala Dinner on December 24 at Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
For a great Christmas night out, why not give our Christmas Eve
Dinner Party a try? Sumptuous meal, great entertainment and lucky
draw prizes such as laptop and Ipod mp3 to take home, together
with Santa Claus' annual visit will make this Christmas a time
to remember! Adult: RMB1188 and RMB1088 including wine, beer and
soft drinks; Child: RMB600 - 4-12 years old. Patio Restaurant.
Tel: (8610) 6437 6688.
Christmas
Eve Dinner at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Jade Grand Ballroom
A scrumptious buffet of festive favourites with a complete entertainment
programme including magic shows, toys, music by our resident band,
and of course Santa Claus. Plus plenty of party novelties and
a lucky draw with wonderful prizes. The evening will begin at
6:00 and at 6:30 pm, our entertainment program will kick in. Tickets
are available at Rmb1788 net and Rmb2188 net per person including
free flow of Kempinski sparkling wine, local beer and wine, soft
drinks and door gift. For further information and table reservations,
please call our reservation hotline at (8610) 6465 3388 extension
4075, or visit our festive Christmas Gingerbread House in the
lobby.
 Crowne
Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing Presents a Jolly, BOLLY Christmas
Party
A twink of Bollywood this Christmas Eve! An explosive
and exhilarating Christmas Eve party is guaranteed this Christmas
eve at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing. *Crowne Ballroom
- 24 December, 2006, 18:00-23:30. Bollywood Christmas Eve Gala
Dinner. CNY 1888 net per person; CNY 1688 net per person. Lucky
Draws. *Cafe Asia - 24 December, 2005, 18:00-23:30. Christmas
Eve Buffet Dinner. CNY 1088 net per person; CNY 888 net per person.
Lucky Draws. *Brazilian Churrascos - 24 December, 2005, 18:00-23:30.
Swinging Samba Churrascos BBQ Dinner. CNY 468 net per person.
For further enquires, please dial (8610) 8498 2288 Ext. 7126.
 Magical
Christmas @ Crowne Plaza Bejing
Gala Dinner Tickets: from RMB 888 to 1588. Let yourself,
your family and friends take an unforgettable journey into the
magical spririt of Christmas! We offer you a Grand Party with:
Sumptuous Christmas Gala Dinner Buffet: Savor roast suckling pig,
roast turkey, prime rib and shark's fin soup or indulge yourself
in our fresh seafood selections including baby lobster, sashimi
and prawns | Free flow of house wine and beer, orange juice and
soft drinks | Great entertainment shows | Amazing lucky draw Prize.
10% discount offered for the booking before December 10th 2006.
Buy 10 tickets and get 1 more free! For tickets and information
call: (8610) 5911 9488.
 Christmas
at Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing
*Christmas Eve (Sunday, 24thDecember 2006) - The First
Lounge Bar: Enjoy the season's winter treats that include gluhwein,
mince pies, Christmas chocolates and wines. Time: 10:00am on Christmas
Eve to 01:00am of Christmas day. Christmas Eve Buffet at bloo
dining - Time: December 24th, 2006 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm; Price:
RMB488 per adult; RMB228 per child. *Christmas Day (Monday, 25th
December 2006) - Christmas Brunch with Santa at bloo dining. Time:
11:00am to 2:30pm; Price: RMB108 per person. For reservations
or further information, please call: (8610) 8522 1999- 5332/3621/3607.
All prices are subject to 15% service charge.
 Christmas
Party is Blinking in the Chang Fu Gong Hotel!
"Trip to North Europe" is the theme of our
Christmas party this year. The banquet hall will be fully decorated
with the North Europe landscape and Finnish wooden church and
the special cooked Christmas dinner buffet will be served in Chinese,
Japanese and Western style. The lucky lottery will bring you more
enjoyment and more fortune of next year. VIP seat: RMB 1,688 per
person (delicate appetizer is offered); Ordinary seat: RMB 1,288
per person; Children seat: RMB 788 per child (only for children
below 1.3m in height). Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555.
 A
Jewel Christmas Fantasy at Raffles Beijing Hotel on 24 December
from 6:30PM
Celebrate this Christmas Eve with your family and friends
at our Jewel Ballroom and win some attractive grand prizes while
enjoying live entertainment in the glamorous setting with irresistible
import seafood like... French Oysters, New Zealand Abalone, Poached
Lobster, Langouste, Live Crabs, Beluga Caviar on Blinis and many
more.. with free flow of wines, beer and soft drinks at RMB1,888
net per person only. For reservations, please call (8610) 8500
4225.
 Enjoy
a Great Christmas at Gloria Plaza Hotel Beijing
Capture the spirit of Christmas and indulge in our extensive
festive dinner in Atrium Cafe, Sports City Cafe and Sampan Seafood
Restaurant with family and friends. It is a time of goodwill,
generosity and extravagance and what better way to celebrate than
indulging in our festive gift options at our Gingerbread House.
For reservation and more details, please call (8610) 6515 8855.
 Finding
Santa
Sunday, 24th December 2006, Christmas Eve from 6pm onwards,
let's explores a different way of Christmas Celebration at Swissôtel
Beijing Grand Ballroom. We present creative modern cuisine served
in a fancy way, feel like being in space. Moreover, all guests
participate in our lucky draw. Finding Santa... on a stop over
from his space journey. Price: RMB 1588.00 net per person. For
reservations or detailed information: (8610) 6553 2288 - 1588,
cateringsales.beijing@swissotel.com
 Christmas
Eve - December, 24th 2006
A silver winter, Sounds of nature, Santa Claus from
the heaven, A unique Christmas Eve is coming for you... Time:
18:00-23:00; Tel: (8610) 5813 9988. Website: http://www.hotelorientalbay.com
An
Eastern Christmas Eve
Join China's premier women's lifestyle site, www.singlelady.cn,
for an elegant Christmas Eve celebration. Enjoy award-winning
Mongolian music and performances, fine food and wine, activities,
and prizes. Relax and while away the final hours before the holiday
in a warm setting and unique company. Participation is limited,
please register online to guarantee your space and for discounted
tickets. Time: December 22, 2006; 8:30 pm - 12:30 am. Where: Beijing
Yuanchao Restaurant, 8 Dongfangguan Hutong, Di'anmen West Street,
Xicheng District, Restaurant phone: (8610) 6615 7481. Online registration:
http://www.singlelady.cn.
For registration and information: (8610) 8256 2119. Fee: At the
door, 398 rmb/person (food included). For groups of 10 or more
pre-registered members of www.singlelady.cn,
paid in advance: 230 rmb/person (food included). For groups of
10 or more pre-registered, paid on site: 260 rmb/person (food
included). Individuals, pre-registered and paid in advance: 260
rmb/person (food included). Individuals, pre-registered, paid
at the door: 280 rmb/person (food included). Dress Code: Smart,
elegant, unique
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
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Information |
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 Lufthansa
Winter Special - Exciting Offers to Europe @ CNY4,680!
Lufthansa's Winter Special lets you fulfill your dream
holiday, with a wide selection of European cities for a truly
European winter experience! From 7 November until end of December
2006, you can book an Economy Class roundtrip ticket from Beijing
or Shanghai to selected destinations in Europe traveling before
31 March 2007, for a special price of CNY 4,680*. Each week
six different European destinations are offered, allowing you
to explore individual cities on the continent at a very special
fare. Visit www.lufthansa.com.cn
to book online now! Offer is subject to availability. Other
restrictions apply.
 Kingdom
Travel Various Chinese New year Holiday Packages!
Royal Orchid Holidays Thailand Packages: Super Value
Package (18-24Feb) Phuket RMB6,810 p.p, Koh Samui- RMB7,340
p.p. Central Vietnam Beach Package (16-23Feb/18-25Feb) Only
RMB7,360 p.p staying at Victoria Hoi An with Guarantee spaces!
More packages available to visit our website: www.kingdomtravel.com.cn
Or contact our experienced travel consultant at (8610) 5870
3388, Fax (8610) 5870 0383 or fit@kingdomtravel.com.cn
 Buy
your ticket today and get a Christmas gift!
The ski season is fast approaching! If you're already
planning a trip to Whistler, Lake Louise or Toronto, purchase
your Air Canada ticket to save more. Starting December 4, 2006,
enjoy our Beijing/Shanghai to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton,
Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal special offers, and receive an
Air Canada Christmas gift when you purchase your ticket at Air
Canada Beijing office. Hurry and book today! For more information,
please contact Air Canada Beijing/Shanghai office or visit www.aircanada.cn.
 YPHH
Travel
YPHH Travel, just about the best thing you can ever
experience, experienced based China Travel and World Travel
information from people who have done it. Regular updates and
new travel info! http://www.yphh.com/travel.htm
 Do
you love SNOW?
Do you love SNOW? Check out: www.beijingsnow.com
Hot
Springs in Beijing!
Wen Du Shui Cheng is a top leisure oriented resort
that combines conference, hot spring health preservation and
on-water entertainment. The health preservation area here is
very unique in that it makes you feel like you are relaxing
in a tropical forest. The resort features Dai minority style
decoration. RMB198 per person for hotspring health preservation.
RMB168 per person for Water Space fun. RMB298 package price
includes both items. Discount available right now, for details
call (8610) 8178 8888
Special
Airfare from Beijing Baisheng Aviation Service Company
Beijing Baisheng Aviation Service Company is a professional
dealer of domestic and international air tickets, special air
tickets and student international air tickets. Online reservation
is available. Special offers for December include: RMB2666 for
flying from Shanghai to New York, RMB8200 for roundtrip from
Beijing to St. Paul, RMB5200 for round trip from Beijing to
Madrid, RMB5100 round trip from Beijing to New York. For more
quotes, please contact (8610) 6566 2812.
Go
For A Tropical Christmas In Singapore
The long awaited Christmas is here! Want to have an
extraordinary Christmas this year? Come to Singapore. From now
until January 2, 2007, Singapore's "Christmas in the Tropics
Light-Up" will show you a beautiful Lion City. Apart from
the beautiful night scenery, you can also join the cheerful
Christmas atmosphere by taking the free HiPPO Bus touring around
the city. Plus, 18 international renowned luxury brands are
offering their Christmas package to tourists. Contact your favored
travel agency for details.
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Education |
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 New
Beginner Class Starts on 5th Jan. 2007, Rmb1000/40hours
Promotion afternoon beginner class start on 20th Dec.
2006. We provide both group and private class; over 25 teachers
with an average of 6 years teaching experience to foreigners;
courses for beginners to intermediate and advanced levels, HSK,
business and class based on interests. For more information
please feel free to call at 010-6413 1547/ 48 or mail to frontiers@frontiers.com.cn
 Learn
Chinese Language and Culture!
Beijing FESCO International Teaching Center, as the
earliest government designated training organization, has acquired
ISO9001 Certification, and offers customized group or individual
Mandarin classes of different levels. We are an authorized HSK
Testing Center with over 400 qualified teachers, training you
on Business Chinese, offering Seminars and courses on traditional
Chinese cultural subjects: Taiji, Calligraphy, Fengshui, and
etc. Teacher positions for Native speakers are available! Please
mail to mandarin@fesco.com.cn
Find
Educational Resources in China!
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Health &
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Si
Yu Ming Jia Fitness Center
We are a large star-grade female fitness and beauty
center in Beijing featuring first class facilities and the most
professtional service. Our goal is to make girls attractive
both internally and externally. Featured service: relaxation
and pressure reduction. Average price: RMB50-100 per person
per time. 10% off for new clients. Add: 2F, Shandi Information
Plaza, 28, Shandi Xinxi Road, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8278
3152
Mandara
Spa
Without a remarkable sign, Mandara Spa is secluded
in the Palm Springs International Apartments but it can be easily
found out by tracing the fragrance of lavender inside. Here
you can enjoy various SPAs including the Japanese, Thai, Hawaii,
Sweden and Bali styles. Facial care and other personal care
are also available. Ideal for men. Average price: RMB500 per
hour. Reservation required. Add: B1, Palm Springs International
Apartment, Chaoyang District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 65398888 ext.
8080
Women's
Beauty Salon (Scitech)
A professional women's skin care center that combines
beauty with fitness. Comfortable surroundings, advanced equipment,
cozy and privacy space for girls to fully relax themselves and
enjoy the beauty process. One-day ahead reservation required.
Add: 4-202, 24 Jianguomen Wai Avenue, Chaoyang District. TEL
(8610) 6515 9926
Find
Health and Recreational Activities in Beijing!
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 CIM
Continental International Moving
Located at 50 meters away from Chaoyang customs office,
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DMS-Movers is one of the largest companies of its
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Jing Lei is one of the most famous home moving and
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delivery. The company has enjoyed a good reputation among both
individual and business clients for the high quality service
provided. For more information or reservation please call (8610)
6358 7219.
Beijing
Brother House-moving Service
Set up in 1993, we have had 15 branches all over Beijing,
including Brother HuaXia logistics subsidiary, match-dispatching
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goods and more through our dedicated staff. Beginning price:
RMB180/vehicle for businesses; Beginning price RMB160/cart for
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Western Academy of Beijing, a leading international
school in Beijing is seeking a Production Engineer with excellent
English and extensive experience in managing the operations of
sound and lighting systems of such as theatrical performances,
discos, outdoor fairs and sporting events. Please email application
to Human Resource Manager, Lawrence at hr@wab.edu
or call Tel: +8610 8456 4155 Ext 1063 or visit www.wab.edu
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Western Academy of Beijing, a leading international
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Please email application to Human Resource Manager, Lawrence at
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One of foreign airlines in Beijing is looking for an
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writing or editing capabilities, educational experience of English
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We offer visa extension, visa conversion, visa on arrival
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We provide high quality car rental service to businesses
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RMB1700 per day for Kinglong Bus; RMB1000 per day for Audi A6.
RMB680 special price for Buick GL8. Add: Minzugong South Street,
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Red
Phoenix Clothing Work Shop
The 33-year old fashion designer Gu Lin names her own
store as Red Phoenix in which she boldly interpretes red and purple,
the two traditional colors of China. The store is uniquely decorated
and filled up with various stlyish Chinese dresses although it
is just a dozen square meters big. Tailor made Chinese style full
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9th China Beijing International Furniture And Wood Machinery Exhibition
December 17-20, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0000
Nature And
Transfiguration Art
Through December 21, 1F, Beijing Gehua Plaza, Xiaojieqiao, North
Second Ring Road, Dongcheng District.
Unearthed
Relic Of Hubei Province
150 pieces of cultural relic which were unearthed from Hubei Province
are brought to show in Beijing.
Through December 21, China National Museum TEL (8610) 6513 8095
Three Artists'
Exhibition
Works of artist Zhu Wei, Xu Lei and Peng Wei are on the show.
November 18 through December 28, China Art Seasons TEL (8610)
6431 1900
Joint Art
Exhibition
>From China, Chinese artists in residence at the Red Gate Gallery.
They are Deng Yifu, Hu Shengping, Liang Yue, Sun Guojuan, Wang
Qiang, Zhou Jun.
December 16-31, Red Gate Gallery TEL (8610) 6525 1005
Paintings,
Installations And Photographs Exhibition
Featuring artist Ming De, Yang Qing, Yang Deqing, Chen Mu, Pian
Shan and Gu Chunlei.
November 25 through December 30, Art Channel TEL (8610) 6433 5080
Painting and
Handwork
Artists Fang Tianyuan, Hu Shengping, Jiu Haoming, Liu Bin, Qiang,
Wu Jian'an, Wei Da, Xi Danni brings their painting and handwork
to PIFO New Art Studio.
November 18 through December 30, C-18, PIFO New Art Studio, Beijing
International Art camp, Suo Jiacun, Cui Gezhuang TEL (8610) 6437
1792
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
Pink Man Series
Thai artist Manit Sriwanichpoom bringshis Pink Man Series to Beijing.
November 11 - December 26, Highland Gallery TEL (8610) 6437 7177
Transparancy
French-Israeli artist Fortunee Noel brings her works to Beijing.
October 20 - December 20, Imagine Gallery TEL (8610) 6438 5747
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 Theater & Performances |
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| Concert:
Arirang
Come listen to the traditional Korean folk song "Arirang".
Tickets selling for RMB50.
7:30pm, December 22. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5166
Drama: Secret Love
in Peach Blossom Land
A play-within-a-play, this drama of Stan Lai combines tragedy
and comedy. This is the their final run in the mainland before
returning to Taiwan. Tickets: RMB30-680.
7:30pm, December 22-January 6, 2007. PLA Dance and Song Theatre
TEL (8610) 6613 1718
Comedy: Balcony
Comedian Chen Peisi brings his classics to stage once again this
year. Tickets: RMB80-1280.
7:30pm, December 23-25. Century Theatre TEL (8610) 6462 8470
Yang Hongnian's Girls'
Chorus
Peformed by one of the best female youth choirs in the country.
Conducted by Yang Hongnian and his son. Tickets: RMB80-680.
7:30pm, December 22. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5812
The Brandenburg National
Symphony Presents 2007 New Year Concert
German orchestra the Brandenburg National Symphony performs to
celebrate the New Year. Tickets: RMB180-2680.
7:30pm, December 23. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6605
6847
Christmas Film Concert
Performed by the Symphony Orchestra of China National Chinese
Opera and Dance Drama Company. Tickets: RMB80-880.
7:30pm, December 23. Poly Theatre TEL 5883 6800
Night of Liszt
Ferencz
Japanese pianist Bo Zhen Mei Zi will play Liszt Ferencz's series
on Christmas Eve. Tickets: RMB120-680.
7:30pm, December 23. Peking University Millennium Hall TEL (8610)
6264 7003
Everlasting
Love
Golden Sail Concert Hall holds a charity themed concert on Christmas
Eve. Ticket: RMB80-380. 7:30pm, December 24. Golden Sail Concert
Hall TEL (8610) 6525 0615
Christmas
Eve Children's Choir
Tickets range from RMB50-RMB580.
7:30pm, December 24, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Richard Clayderman
French pianist Richard Clayderman, who is also renowned as the
Piano Prince in the world, plays on the Christmas Eve. Tickets:
RMB180-2880.
7:40pm, December 24. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6605
6847
China National Symphony
Orchestra Concert
China National Symphony Orchestra, CNSO, performs a selection
of international carols. Tickets: RMB80-1880.
7:30pm, December 24. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5812
Dance: Dream of the
Red Chamber
Performed by Beijng Friendship Dance Company and produced by Shanghai
City Dance Company. Tickets: RMB80-480.
7:30pm, December 24-25. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL 98610)
6835 4455
Film: Curse of the
Golden Flower
Zhang Yimou's latest flick. The plot concerns the volatile balance
of power between the King (Chow Yun Fat) and the Queen (Gong Li)
and his three sons, which entails betrayal, deceit and passion,
pitting the King against Queen and father against sons. All cinemas
across town.
Capital Cinema TEL (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema TEL (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema TEL (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema TEL (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema TEL (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema TEL (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema TEL (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema TEL (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema TEL (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema TEL (8610) 6404 2159 |
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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
Krush
DJ Krush is Japan's preminent mixmaster. His wicked
smooth turntable techniques is much in demand, thanks to slammin'
remixes he Ronnie jordan, as well as his wild collaborations with
DJ shadow. While technically a DJ, Krush actually operates more
on the scale of a hip-hop composer, mixing and orchestrating programmed
and sampled beats, blending them with live instrumentation to
create swinging hip-hop jazz suites. 8pm-2am, December 21. Mix
TEL (8610) 6530 2889
 DJ
C'Bass Romantic Night
DJ C'bass. Origin:France. Style:Electro Rock, Eclectic
House, Break Beat. Live Electronic Show. Featuring Chill Jazz,
Electro House and Break Beat. 8pmk-2am, December 22. Nice Club
TEL (8610) 6583 1818
 STEL
The happiest music talent, STEL's works include Bedrock, Audio
Therapy, Saw, Armada, Baroque, Swift, Oxyd, Global Undergound
and more. He also works to creat mixes for John Digweed, Infusion,
Gabriel & Dresden, Pole Folder, G-pal and others. 8pm-2am,
December 22. Club Tango TEL (8610) 6428 2288
 X'Mas
Eve Special
Club Suzie Wong Proudly Presents X'MAS Eve Special with luxury
fashion style-Bling Bling Party by GOLD ABSOLUT. RMB100 presale
includes a standard drink. RMB150 at door. Table reservation receive
1 bottle of vodka. Dress code: Bling Bling. 8pm till late, December
23-24. Suzie Wong's TEL (8610) 6500 3377
 Evil
Nine
Tom Beaufoy and Pat Pardy accidently became Evil Nine back in
1998. Their love of innovation, dianetics and their ability to
tweak the dance music format, injecting punk, hip-hop, shitface,
goth rock, metal, folk, sci-fi & zombie soundtracks, dancehall,
grunge, asscrack, power ballads and their own heavy, dirty, dusty
sound into the mix, has been slowly in establishing them as the
new golden balls of the all-male choir scene. 8pm-2am, December
22. Chic Club TEL (8610) 6553 8999
For details
about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
 Hed
Kandi Christmas Eve
Featuring hot Dancer Show and Dreamscape FS. Lucky draws to win
big prizes. Hed Kandi will birng a three-night performance hightlight
a top DJ each night. 8pm-2am, December 24. Hed Kandi Klub TEL
(8610) 6590 9999
 70's
and 80's
Christmas BBQ from 6pm till 9pm, RMB150 per person for 100 privileged
guests only. Reservation before December 22. A bottle of steamed
wine for ten or more people reservation. Party starts 9pm and
lasts till late. 8pm-2am, December 24. Ruifu. TEL (8610) 6404
2711
 Top
on Sunday
The last Sunday of every month, come drink cocktails in season
and enjoy the delicious Barbecue. Patrick Yu and DJ Yang Bing
will be on hand for live performance. Free admission. 3pm till
8pm, December 27, Top Club TEL (8610) 6413 1019
 Dance
Night
Featuring DJ NiuNiu, a.k.a Kirstyby. Originating from Canada,
DJ NiuNiu has appeared in some of the major musical fest such
as Shamballa, Apex Project and Night Vision and had countless
appearances on the radio shows. NiuNiu's sound encomposes of breaks,
electro-tech, progressive and also funky house with a "dash"
from the sound of Brazillian funk. Supported by DJ Slackerton.
8pm-2am, December 18. Alpha Omega Club TEL (8610) 6612 9898
For more info
about above events, please visit www.98street.com.
 Electro-cution
@ Alfa
Electrocute your Saturday night with electro-funk, electro-punk
and electro-clash at Alfa's newest alternative dance party, Electro-cution.
Eclectic and electric, DJ Mizchif and friends will get the electricity
flowing on the dance floor for all you crazy dancing freaks. Quality
drinks, good prices, and great tunes. Saturday, January 20th.
9pm until late. Free. TEL (8610)6413 0086
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December 18, 2006
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Dance Night
Featuring DJ NiuNiu whose sound encomposes of breaks, electro-tech,
progressive and also funky house with a "dash" from
the sound of Brazillian funk. Supported by DJ Slackerton.
8pm-2am. Alpha Omega Club TEL (8610) 6612 9898
Latin Meets HipHop
With famous guest DJ's. Free entrance.
Latinos. Call (8610) 6409 6997 for more info.
New Standard English
A kid show on CETV 1.
10pm-3pm. Monday through Thursday.
Tuesday,
December 19, 2006
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Electro-cution @ Alfa
9pm till late. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
United School Salsa
Party
With New York DJ Mambo Jack, free dance lesson at 7:30pm. Free
entrance.
Latinos, call (8610) 6409 6997 for more info.
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,
December 20, 2006
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Band: Tuanjie Hu
Band Tuanjie Hu will bring a night of fusion jazz.
10pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6415 0687
Hutong & Courtyard
Houses Pedicab Tour
RMB160 includes pedicab ride and all visits costs involved.
2:30-4:30pm. Meet inside the ground floor of KFC, next to the
Lao She Teahouse, Qianmen Street, southwest of the Tianmen Square.
For details call Chinese Culture Club at (8610) 6432 9341.
Live Dance Performances
Beginner free dance lesson at 7:30pm. Free entrance.
Latinos. Call (8610) 6409 6997 for more info.
Thursday,
December 21, 2006
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Concert: Arirang
Come listen to the traditional Korean folk song "Arirang".
Tickets selling for RMB50.
7:30pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5166
All You Can Drink For
RMB100!
8pm till midnight: All-you-can-drink for RMB100 only! (local beer
and wine, selected mix-drinks, cocktails and shooters). Also have
Bachata Night, free beginner's dance class at 8pm.
Latinos, call (8610) 6409 6997 for more info.
Friday,
December 22, 2006
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Yang Hongnian's Girls' Chorus
Peformed by one of the best female youth choirs in the country.
Conducted by Yang Hongnian and his son. Tickets: RMB80-680.
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5812
DJ Lady Jasmine
After the great performance of Live Latin Band Makore DJ Lady
Jasmine will spice things up for a great night out in Latinos,
Beijing's hottest salsa club!
8pm. Latinos TEL (8610) 6409 6997
Saturday,
December 23, 2006
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Christmas and Happy New Year Dance Party
Featuring special dance lessons and an elegant showcase, followed
by a salsa, merengue and Latin dance party with exciting music.
RMB99-299, price incl. a Christmas cap, dinner and standard drinks.
7pm till late. Golden Dancing Academy TEL (8610) 6708 9567
The Brandenburg National
Symphony
German orchestra the Brandenburg National Symphony performs to
celebrate the New Year. Tickets: RMB180-2680.
7:30pm. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6605 6847
Christmas Film Concert
Performed by the Symphony Orchestra of China National Chinese
Opera and Dance Drama Company. Tickets: RMB80-880.
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL 5883 6800
Night of Liszt Ferencz
Japanese pianist Bo Zhen Mei Zi will play Liszt Ferencz's series
on Christmas Eve. Tickets: RMB120-680.
7:30pm. Peking University Millennium Hall TEL (8610) 6264 7003
DJ Lady Jasmine
After the great performance of Live Latin Band Makore DJ Lady
Jasmine will spice things up for a great night out in Latinos,
Beijing's hottest salsa club!
8pm. Latinos TEL (8610) 6409 6997
Sunday,
December 24, 2006
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An Eastern Christmas Eve
Join China's premier women's lifestyle site, www.singlelady.cn,
for an elegant Christmas Eve celebration. RMB398 per person at
door (food included). RMB260/person pre-registered.
8:30pm-12:30am. Beijing Yuanchao Restaurant. For registration
and information: (8610) 8256 2119
Angel Celebrates X'mas
An unparalleled Christmas party held by Angel Club. Let your passion
sublime in the hot atmosphere.
8pm-2am. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Hawaii Style Christmas
Party
Celebrate Christmas in a sunshine beach with bikini ladies and
hot dances. There is also big Christmas gifts.
8pm-2am. Regal Club TEL (8610) 6500 1888
Top on Sunday
The last Sunday of every month, come drink cocktails in season
and enjoy the delicious Barbecue. Patrick Yu and DJ Yang Bing
will be on hand for live performance. Free admission.
3pm till 8pm. Top Club TEL (8610) 6413 1019
Free Latin Lessons
Javier from Cuba teaches free beginner's class Cuban style.
8pm. Latinos TEL (8610) 6409 6997
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| 80's
Night @ Alfa
Got synthesizers? Beijing's longest running monthly
event keeps us all hanging on - come rock out with the infamous
Lady Marmalade, Side B, Vinyl Ritchie and the strut of Sweet F.A.
80's prices on shots and Long Island Iced Tea. 10pm till late,
January 26. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Electronic
Extravaganza Of 2006
The last but can't be missed electronic extravaganza
of the year brought by two big shot DJs Nick Warren and Jan Carbon.
As a member of Way Out West, Nick Warren has become one of the
top DJs in the world. Jan Carbon is goods at top house Music and
he has been touring around the world where he have received wide
applaud. 8pm-2am, December 29. Club Fusion TEL (8610) 5167 3333
New
Year Punk Carnival
Nameless Highland's New Year Party featuring Skinhead,
Joyside Classic Rock, Queen Sea Big Shark, Crossover/Hardcore,
Demerit Street Funk, Old School Punk and Caffein and more. 9pm-3am,
December 30. Nameless Highland TEL (8610) 6489 1613
YEN
New Year Countdown Party
Produced by o2 Culture. Featuring DJs: Mickey Zhang,
Dio, Yang Bing, Usami, Patrick Yu, Wordy, MC Raph, VJ: HBH. RMB60
presale, RMB100 at door. 9pm, December 31. 706 Factory TEL (8610)
5130 5528
2006-2007
New Years' Eve
Fine wines, sexy ladies and fantastic music, Suzie Wont
and Moet will jointly present a luxury party on December 31. Featuring
Martini Club, live DJ and wonderful dances. Presale RMB100, at
door RMB150. Both prices cover a standard drink. 8pm-2am, December
31. Suzie Wong's TEL (8610) 6593 6049 |
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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.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..
 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
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
ClubFootball
Winter Indoor Soccer Coaching Programmes
Sign up in now for ClubFootball's winter indoor soccer
coaching programmes. Courses begin in January, are open to kids
aged 4 to 18, and will run in the Shunyi, Sanlitun, Chaoyang Park
and Guo Mao areas. All classes are taught by ClubFootball's full-time
FA and UEFA qualified coaches, and teach football skills in a
fun environment. For full details, please see www.clubfootball.com.cn,
call (8610) 6417 0495, or mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com.
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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