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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.

The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• Sheraton Shenzhen Futian Opens As New Meeting Destination
• MecoxLane To Open 100 Stores In Next Two Years
• Labor Day Ruminations On China's Labor Law
• Asiana Forges Cooperation With Kempinski Hotels In China
• Chinese Banks' Online Anti-fraud Mechanism
• Beijing Offers Better Protection for Migrant Workers
• Tom Online's Privatization Position

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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

007 Nights @ Zeta Bar - Goldfinger
SG-[010] Productions and ClubZone.cn invite you to glisten in gold at the next instalment in the series of 007 Nights @ Zeta Bar! Enter Goldfinger's lair where excitement and mystery awaits you around every corner. Rendezvous with beautiful agents and engage in exciting missions for prizes throughout the night. Special agents DJs Patrick Yu, Gao Hu and Giles Tully on the sax will keep you partying until the early morning. 50% off all "a la carte" drinks from 9pm to 10:30pm; One free drink for "Golden Agents" (dressed in gold!); VIP lounge by Eric de Paris, where you can get your special Bondgirl hairstyle while sipping on a Martini. Free, 9pm, May 12. Zeta Bar TEL (8610) 5865 5000

Vics Pre-opening Party
Vics Club will see a grand reopening and on May 10 right before the grand opening it will bring a warm-up party, with a new face and a recollection of the past touch. 8pm-2am, May 10. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333

Uranus Party
Sponsored by Ezlife, Uranus is a hip hop combination from a Southern China city. Their member Dai Baojing is the most outstanding femal rappa, Joe's flow and gabby style wins him the reputation of King of Da South; Garden is good at composing and composed a lot of works for singers from both the mainland China and Hong Kong. Their performance blends hip hop with R&B. This is a delicate party feast rarely seen in Beijing. 9pm till late, May 10. Arena Club TEL (8610) 6587 2666

For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.

Vics Grand Opening
After months' silence, Vics, a big star of Beijing's old nightlife venue, welcomes its reopening with a new look. With lots of musicians and stars invited, thsi fashionable and brand-new club will present a real post-alcoholic life. Let's enjoy the charming of Vics. 8pm-2am, May 11. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333

Houhai Paradise Party
Can you resist the beauty of the Houhai night scene? Houhai Paradise's outdoor garden bring you extraordinary experience. All is in Houhai Paradise's party night on May 11. Free admission, a cup of free cocktail for ladies before 9pm. May 11. Houhai Paradise TEL (8610) 8401 5076

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Cosmic Dancing Party
From the bar that created the super successful 80s parties. ALFA is now bringing Cosmic Dancing Party on every Saturday night, the best dancing music for you all night long. Burn Baby Burn! Free Entrance. 10pm on wards. Alfa, No.6 Xingfuyicun (In the alley opposite the north gate of the Worker's Stadium). TEL (8610) 6413 0086

The 80's Strike Back
80's Night at Alfa expands! Join us for the new and improved 80's experience, now every Friday night and featuring 4 djs on rotation to keep the mix fresh. The best from the 80's with a few surprise from the 70's and 90's and no cover charge! Rock out with the infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B, Mizchif and the strut of Sweet FA while you enjoy 80's prices on shots and Long Island Ice Teas. Free Entrance. 10pm on wards. TEL (8610) 6413 0086

Springtime cuisines in Greenfish at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street
Greenfish presents a fresh and tasty 4-course Asparagus Set Dinner for two at only RMB688 (food only) or RMB888 (inclusive of a bottle of champagne) available every Friday and Saturday evening. Enjoy Greenfish light lunch buffet at only RMB198 available every day from 11:30am till 2:30pm. For reservations, please call Greenfish at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street at (8610) 6601 6666. Greenfish welcomes you every day from 6:30am till 12midnight. Prices are subject to 15% service charge.

Mother's Day
On Sunday, May 13, from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm, Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center will pamper the most important lady in your family with a out of the ordinary BRUNCH at Kranzler's, or with Mediterranean flavours at La Gondola with free flow of Sparkling Wine for all Mothers. Rmb 298+15% surcharge per guest. If you need a sweet touch from the KEMPI DELI to take home, we prepare special cakes, pralines, truffles, chocolates and more... For reservations, please call (8610) 6465 3388 Kranzler's ext. 4105 - La Gondola ext. 5707 - Kempi Deli ext. 5741. Address: No.50, Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

Sophia's - For the Italy Moment in Your Life
Sophia's pays homage to the traditional, authentic cuisine of northern Italy in a classically, sophisticated yet warm, casual atmosphere. Sophia's Chef Marino d'Antonio uses only the freshest of ingredients, his preparation is meticulous, the presentation divine with a range from fine classical cuisine to home made pastas and wood fired pizzas. Tel: (8610) 5858 5588 ext. 8695.

International Buffet Dinner
April 1 to June 17, 18:00 - 22:00. Adults: RMB158 + 15% - buy one & get one free before 19:30, no further discount; Children 4-12 years - RMB79 + 15%. For reservations, please call (8610) 64376688 ext. 1971.

Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong May F&B Promotions
*Sakura Japanese Restaurant: 2 kinds of combinations are priced RMB680 & RMB480. 15 kinds of Dinner cuisine are priced from RMB50-RMB250. *Orchid Terrace Coffee Shop: Weekday lunch buffet (Mon-Fri) RMB158+15%. Weekday dinner and Saturday/Sunday lunch & dinner buffet includes soft drinks RMB188+15%. From May 20th-Aug 31st, B.B.Q dinner buffet includes draft beer. RMB100+15% service charge. *Peony Garden Chinese Restaurant: Mother's day combinations are RMB88 net/person. The chief chef also recommends 30 new Cantonese dishes, which are prepared by the best chefs from Guangdong province. Peony Garden Chinese restaurant will present a Guang Dong dim sum menu 50% off as of today. Tel: (8610) 5877 5555; (8610) 6512-5555; E-mail: cfg@cfgbj.com

A Fun Ti Carnival, We Produce Excitements!!!
Tel: (8610) 6527 2288, 6525 1071; Fax: (8610) 6559 9718; website: www.afunti.com.cn. A Fun Ti -- The most famous Restaurant around China! Where you can enjoy Xinjiang delicious food, Xinjiang dance & songs live performance, Chinese Kongfu-Hip-pop. Where you can fully relax yourself and dancing on the table...Delicious food 365 days, Carnival every night!

An Imperial Night - YPHH Happy Tuesday at Jiajingdu
Jiajingdu Imperial Roast Duck Restaurant, a brand new restaurant that looks upon every guest as an Emperor! What can you expect on this special Imperial night? First of all we offer you 3 Imperial Palace Cocktails as well as a selection of Imperial Palace snacks. But that is not all. Get ready for the Imperial Palace Culture Show, with music, dance, models, etiquette and tea-culture. This evening we also give some attention to Magic Hospital...Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Time: 8:30-10:30pm. Click here to view a map for the location. Telephone number: (8610) 6591 8008 / 8918. For detailed information, please click here

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

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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Native English Teachers Wanted at Berlitz
Berlitz Beijing are looking for full and part-time adult teachers to join our enthusiastic and motivated team. We also have an exciting and unusual project for two female teachers which involves 28 days teaching every other month. This is a contracted and well paid opportunity for females who want something different and have a passion for teaching. For both assignments, you must be a native English speaker with a University degree. You will receive training in the famous Berlitz method. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.

Kids Teachers Wanted at Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz Beijing is looking for enthusiastic teachers to teach English to kids ages 4 - 15 years on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m. We also need teachers for kindergarten teaching 4 mornings a week. Berlitz has its own kids material, which for some ages incorporates the well-known Sesame Street characters. All of our material is fun to teach. You must be a native English speaker and enjoy teaching kids. Experience is not necessary, as training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.

English Editor Wanted
One of North America company in Beijing is looking for an professional English editor who can help polish in-house publications on a part time basis. Requirements: native English speaker, strong writing or editing capabilities. We offer very competitive salary. If you are interested, please send your resume by email to Mary Zheng at HRNorthAmerica@yahoo.com before May 11, 07.

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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Men's Hemz
Tailor-made quality suit for gentlemen. Offer top luxury material such as that of Dunhill, Valentino, and environment-friendly coplementary materials. We deliever service at your door so that you can enjoy a privileged experience without leaving your home. We promise to have your dress done for you within two weeks. For reservations, please contact (8610) 6418 5836.

Sun Baby Children's Photo Workshop
We are specially serving the small emperors or empresses and help the families keep a good recollection of their babies. Based on the special traits of each baby, we take a snapshot of their expressions and the trace of their growth with our cameras. Each of our picture is a vivid story of your baby. Address: 6 Beimencang, Dongsi Shitiao, Dongcheng District TEL (8610) 8407 0462

Sanchuan Household Service
A formal member of China Househlod Service Industry Association, we provide the Philippine maid and English tutor service. All our maids are strictly selected and trained to make your family disburdened, and satisfied. Room 701, Unit 2, No. 12 Building, Baodao Guoji, Tiayanggong Zhongjie, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8441 0566

China International Gallery Exhibition 2007
May 10-14, China National Agricultural Exhibition Halll TEL (8610) 6509 6688

The 10th China International Intellectual Card Exposition
May 10-12, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

The 10th China International Intellectual Card Exposition
May 10-12, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

The 6th China Beijing International Green Building Materials Exhibition
May 10-13, Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6833 5743

The 4th China International Tyre Resource Recycle Exhibition
May 12-14, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

The 5th China Beijing Healthcare Products Exhibition
May 12-14, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

Beijing 798 Art Festival 2007
This art festival, formerly known as Dashanzi International Arts Festival (DIAF), is a visual feast of exhibitions and forums in the much buzzed-about 798. This year on display will be sculptures, paintings, digital art, dance performances, music, photography and installations centered on the theme of the "post-70s generation."
Apr 28-May 12. For more information visit www.798-art.com.

Time
Time can express endless probabilities in experimental art. Artist Yao Yinong, Qiu Zhijie, Li Hongtao, Liu Gang and many others will bring their work on this topic.
April 20-May 15 (close on Mondays), 2F, No. 5 Building, China Central Academy of Fine Arts

Muse Dong
Dong Chunfeng's art works are on the show.
April 7-May 11, Bronze Age Gallery, No. 4 Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 8165 3686

"Steam" -- Huang Qingjun's Photograph Exhibition
Photographer Huang Qinjun records China's last steam engine with his camera in the hope of having more people remember the steam engine and that special period that used it. The works will also be displayed synchronous at Nuremberg Train Museum.
April 14-May 15, Yuntian Image Space TEL (8610) 5202 3892

Code "Just A Joke" -- 9x9 Gallery Ceramic And Sculpture Exhibition
Arts Tu Feng, Sun Yun, Jun Mi, Chen Jie, Geng Yanmin and Deng Ke bring their works to 9x9 Gallery. Except for Tu Feng, they are all very young, but they all have put up their artistic potential through their artworks. They use fresh and different methods to annotate their artistic ideas within themselves.
April 27-May 27, 9x9 Gallery TEL (86) 133 7169 0828

Zero Degree Of Image
Xia Xiaowan and Mao Yan's painting exhibition.
April 9-June 10, 10am-6pm, every Tuesday to Sunday with appointment. Aye Gallery TEL (8610) 8422 1726

It Means -A Joint Oil Exhibition
Artists Cao Xiaodong, Chen Mu, Chen Yu, Guo Bo and many others are showcasing their artistic works.
March 24-May 10, Suoluo Gallery TEL (8610) 8456 8109

Art Exhibition: Great World Civilization
This is a large scale exhibition themed on World Civilization, featuring 328 pieces of art works from 14 famous museums in Europe and Americas, including some rare relics from 3000 years ago. RMB20-30.
Until August 2008, China Millennium Monument World Art Museum. TEL (8610) 6851 3322

English Speaking Singers and Actors Wanted
Beijing Playhouse seeks English speaking singers and actors of all Nationalities for a September 2007 production the Broadway musical Guys and Dolls. Open auditions are Sunday, June 10 at 1 pm and Monday, June 11 at 6:30 pm. All roles are open. There is no pre-casting. Auditioning singers should bring a prepared song. Actors will also do cold reads from the script performing scenes from the show. For more information, contact Beijing Playhouse at performance@beijingplayhouse.com or at www.beijingplayhouse.com.

Drama: Shamlet
A play-within-a-play shows a double contrast between illusion and reality! A hilarious, satirical comedy and a classical tragedy, the real life and the distant ideal! This is the what Shamlet, a classic Taiwan satirical comedy first debut in 1994, unveils to audiences. Considered as the "Moliere of Taiwan", the Taiwan director Li Guoxiu is especially remarkable in his local, original creating style. His detailed observation in the social affairs combined with unique comic rhythm created a fantastic and impressive stage effect. Tickets: RMB50-300.
7:30pm, May 11-12, PLA Song and Dance Theatre TEL (8610) 6773 6623

Documentary: "The Blind Singers of Taihang"
"The Blind Singers of Taihang" follows the last blind entertainment troupe in Shanxi province. Founded in the 1930s, the Blind Men Propaganda Team of Zuoquan County has been servicing remote villages close to the Taihang Mountains ever since. Despite their handicap, members of the troupe fulfill their assignments with dedication. Director Tian Miao will be on hand after the screening both nights to answer audience questions. RMB50.
8pm, May 11-12. Cherrylane Movies, for details call 135 0125 1303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Theatre Sans Animaux
Theatre Sans Animaux, is a comedy in French by French playwright Jean-Michel Ribes. Tickets selling for RMB40-280.
7:30pm, May 11-20, Chaoyang The 9th Theatre. For tickets call (8610) 5166 4511.

The Sacramento Ballet China Tour
The Sacramento Ballet was founded in 1954 through the efforts and leadership of Barbara and Deane Crockett, who came to the capital of California from the San Francisco bay area. The group's mission is to operate a professional resident ballet company for the Sacramento region with performances of the highest quality. Tickets selling for RMB100-680.
7:30pm, May 9, Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6337

Soprano Ma Yi La
Featuring Chinese folk songs. Tickets selling for RMB30-100.
7:30pm, May 12, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Three Hundred Years Of Splendid Violin
A violin concert held at Beijing's concert paradise. Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, May 7, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Drama: Peach Blossom Land
It is one of the hottest dramas deduced by many famous stars, including Huang Lei, Yuan Quan, Xie Na, and He Jiong. Tickets selling for RMB50-880.
7:30pm, May 10-13, Poly Theatre TEL TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127

Vicente Amigo
Spanish born Vicente Amigo Girol is a Flamenco composer and guitarist born in Guadalcanal, near Seville, Spain, in 1967. He is usually considered one of the greatest flamenco guitarists, in succession to Paco de Lucia. Tickets selling for RMB30-180.
7:30pm, May 10, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5812

Ang Li Piano Concert
Overseas Chinese pianist Ang Li will present his solo concert in Beijing. Tickets selling RMB50-180.
7:30pm, May 9, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Zhu Lei Guzheng Solo
A graduation project for the music major. Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, May 11, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5812

Peony Pavilion Young Lovers' Edition
This is the "young lovers" edition of the Ming dynasty opera Mudanting "Peony Pavilion", a classic love story. Tickets selling for RMB20-1000.
7:30pm, May 11-13, Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455

China Philiharmonic Orchestra 2006-2007 Music Season
Tickets selling for RMB50-680.
7:30pm, May 13, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5812

Monday, May 7, 2007
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Three Hundred Years Of Splendid Violin
A violin concert held at Beijing's concert paradise. Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

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, May 8, 2007
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Party Queen
Gorgeous handsome and sexy in the photos. You will receive the free entry and 3 free cocktails.
Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6417 7793

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