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• Northeast Airlines To Open 22 Routes Around China
• Xi'an Arranges Special Vehicles To Ensure Food Safety
• China Mobile Plans Enhanced International Roaming Services
• Ningbo To Soon Have About 40 Five-Star Hotels
• Sustainable Development Forum Brings Hong Kong And Guangdong Together
• Suning Ends Acquisition Of Dazhong
• Wal-Mart Celebrates 100th Store In China

Cutie Club's Second Anniversary
Opened during the Christmas of 2005 and saw the first year birthday in 2006 with now a new anniversary is scheduled for this year. Bring your wonderful memory of this find club and let's dance and shout and drink until we are drunken. 9pm-3am, December 17. Cutie Club TEL (8610) 6552 9988

Great Wall Beach Party Commemorate
The same DJ's that rocked you this summer on a beach far far away from Beijing are now bringing you a new event with a location that is easier to get to. Expect the same crazy party, a beachy decoration and the best electronic music Beijing has to offer! December 21. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

Christmas Carnival Party
The annual Christmas party unveils at Vics. The same venue, but with a different Christmas feeling. The party will feature hot dancers and passionate DJs and a varied theme every day from December 21-24. A set of complimentary Vodka for those who make reservations for December 21-24. 9pm-4am, December 21. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333

Ferry Corsten
A pioneer and a dynamic force in the electronic dance music industry, Ferry Corsten never ceases to amaze, awe and even challenge his music contemporaries with the zest and talent he has in his productions and musical sets. He is widely recognized for opening the flood gates of Dutch producers and djs to the international music scene. He's consistently traveled Europe, America, and Asia every year averaging about 130 performances around the globe with concentrations on America, Europe, Middle East and Australia/Asia. 9pm-4am, December 22. Tang Club TEL (8610) 6500 8888

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
Thank You For Your Love & Support! Dec 24 - Christmas Eve Party Ticket: RMB150. (Include one standard drink + lucky draw); Dec 31 - New Years Eve Party Ticket: RMB200. (Include one standard drink + lucky draw). December 24/31, Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377

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

French Electronic Queen Unu Comes For Club Babi's Anniversary
As the main Dj of two famous radio stations in Europe, Unu founded French electronic music brand
TSF The Sound Factory Records. Tonight, she will be here to stir up the anniversary party of Club Babi. 9:30pm till dawn, December 22. Babi Club TEL (8610) 6551 3338

Chinese And German DJ Dialogues
M.A.N.D.Y., a DJ combination and founder of the well-known brand Get Physical, will come to China
to have a dialogue with its Chinese counterpart and Beijing electronic music Godfather Zhang Youdai on electronic music. They will also present a live performance at The Bank Lounge & Club at 10pm-6am, December 22. For more details, please contact (8610) 6553 1998

Acupuncture Records "Genesis 2008 New Year's Eve Party" Warm-up Series
As the temperature drops off the scale, it's time to put a bit of heat back in Beijing, elevate those mercury levels and defrost your spirits with the needle masters as we kick off our "Genesis 2008 New Year's Eve Party" Warm-up series. Kyoto or not, global warming has nothing on us. >From December 7-28, Every Friday two of Acupuncture Records' DJs will be on the decks at BED Bar to keep you warmed up and countdown to the big night on December 31st! December 21/28. Bed Tapas & Bars TEL (8610) 8400 1554

For details about above events, please visit www.98street.com.

Enjoy a Humdinger Australian Christmas Party at the Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Date: Monday, 24th December 2007. Venue: Crowne Ballroom. Pricing(1st tier tables /person): RMB2,088 net; Pricing (2nd tier tables/person): RMB1,888 net. Venue: Cafe Asia / Palm Garden. Pricing (1st tier tables/person): RMB1,288 net; Pricing (2nd tier tables/person): RMB1,088 net. For more details and ticketing booking, please call (8610) 8498 2288 ext. 7376.

Capital Hotel "Golden Time" Christmas Eve Gala Party
December 24, 2007. A fascinating night of sumptuous feast, live performance and exciting lucky draw. Come to enjoy the festive night with the wonderful show of singing stars and attractive prizes with winning chance over 50%. Price: RMB1280 including buffet dinner, RMB1680 including abalone set dinner. For more details and reservation hot line: (8610) 5815 9988 - 3240 /3104 /3571.

Tibetan Christmas on December 24th
Entering the hall, you will find yourself in front of the Potala Palace and embraced by the unique Tibetan culture. Sumptuous dinner buffet will be served in Chinese, Japanese and western style, and magnificent performance will excite you as the sweepstake will do. All guests will receive a special gift. Special Prize: Tibet Tour for Two. VIP Ticket: RMB 2,008 each. Ticket: RMB 1,888 each. Kid (under 130cm of height): RMB 988 each. Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555. For more info, please click here

Christmas Eve Party at Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
*Christmas Eve Party - Dinner Buffet, December 24th, Time: 6:30PM - 11PM. Adult: RMB1518 and RMB1398, Including soft drinks, local beer and wine; Child: RMB800 4-12 years old (under 4 years old free). Package: RMB3780 for two adult tickets plus one night accommodation and two Christmas Day Brunch Buffet in The Patio. Grand Ballroom. *Christmas Eve Party - Dinner Buffet, December 24th, Time: 6:30PM - 11PM. Adult: RMB588, Including soft drinks, local beer and wine; Child: RMB288 4-12 years old (under 4 years old free). The Patio. *Christmas Eve Party - Set Menu (five-course), December 24th, Time: 6:30PM - 11PM, Price: RMB588, Including soft drinks, local beer and sparkling wine. Texan Bar and Grill Restaurant. All prices are net. For reservations please call (8610) 6437 6688.

Two Fabulous Christmas Lucky Draws!
Celebrate a memorable Christmas season with Hotel Kunlun! A hotel filled with entertainment with delicious feasts in every corner, a chance to win fantastic lucky draw prizes at selected dining venues, and a chance at the hotel's Grand Lucky Draw Prize featuring a sun-filled eight-day Spanish vacation for two! Treat your family to an unbeatable Christmas Eve! Contact (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5218.

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Bring along your family and friends to the Christmas tree lighting ceremony in our newly renovated lobby and lobby lounge. The "Little Angels" children choir will enchant you with their rendition of famous Christmas carols ushering in this year's festive season. From 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm every Advent Sunday and on Christmas Eve. Complimentary German Christmas stollen, seasonal cookies and mulled wine will be served. For detailed information, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4118.

Christmas Eve Comic Dialogue & Playlet Grand Party at Landmark Towers
Your Christmas celebration is guaranteed to be a sensational event, in which a specially chosen entertainment-series of exceptional live performances headed by the famous comic artists Guo Degang, Shi Fukuan, Shi Shengjie and Pan Changjiang plus magnificent buffet with the holiday menu. Lucky draw prizes will await you with even more surprises. Price: RMB 5800(S.S.VIP), RMB 3688(S.VIP), RMB 2688(V.VIP), RMB 2388(VIP), RMB 1988 per person. The Rates above are subject to 15% service charge. 5% discount for Christmas tickets purchased before 10th December. Price will be negotiated for group purchase. Tel: (8610) 6590 6688 ext. 21225, 6590 6666, Ms Liu: 1391 089 8997, Ms Yang: 1360 103 6816.

Glittering Christmas At Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Come and have a wonderful Christmas & New Year at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing with your friends and family! Gala Dinner, Caffe Marco Festive Buffet, Lobby Lounge Champagne Nights, and Festive Accommodation Package...To receive for more information and to reserve, please call (8610) 5963 6688 ext 6468 or 6420.

A Variety of Festive Activities Await at Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing
Preparations to celebrate the time-honoured traditions of the Season get underway. A variety of festive activities await at Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing. bloo dining will offer sumptuous buffet dinner on Christmas Eve. The excellent performance and surprised lucky draw prizes are available. Dec 24th, 2007, 5:30pm to 10:30pm. RMB688 per person include soft drinks, juices, draught beer and wine. RMB2888 for group reservation in private room (max 12 people). For information or reservation, please call: (8610) 8522 1999 - 5332/3621.

Christmas Eve & New Year's Eve Candlelight Dinner
Savor an extra special treat when you ring into the holiday season with a Candlelight Dinner Package. The Grill restaurant of the Radisson SAS Hotel Beijing offers an exclusive 6-course gourmet set menu at only RMB698 net per person including a welcome of sparkling wine. Offer available on December 24th from 6pm to 10pm & December 31st, 6pm to1am. For reservations, please call (8610) 5922 3125.

Celebrate in style at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street
Christmas Gala Dinner on 24 December, 1800 hours in The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom offering lifestyle buffet, live entertainment, lucky draw prizes, free-flowing drinks, wine, and beer. Tickets @ 2,688 net per person, VIP @ 2,888 net per person. 24 Dec Xmas Eve Dinner Buffet @ RMB488 (food only) or RMB688 (with wine) and 25 Dec Xmas Lunch Buffet @ RMB388 (food only) or RMB488 (with wine) at Greenfish. 24 Dec Xmas Eve 5-course Set Menu @ RMB988 (food only) or RMB1,288 (with wine) and 31 Dec New Year's Eve 5-course Set Menu @ RMB988 or RMB 1,288 at Cepe. 24 Dec Xmas Eve 7-course Set Menu Dinner @ RMB777(with soft drinks, wine, and 1 glass of Champagne) and 31 Dec New Year's Eve 7-course Set Menu Dinner @ RMB1277(with soft drinks, wine, and 1 glass of Champagne). Tel: (8610) 6601 6666.

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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Job Openings for Specialist Teacher of Business English at Berlitz
Specialist Teachers of Business English required because of expansion. Berlitz Beijing seeks more full-time English-teachers with a strong business background to teach business skills to middle and upper-level management students in major international companies. Good salary, with opportunity for career development and opportunities for promotion. Send CV detailing your business experience to hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.

Kids Coordinator Wanted at Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz Beijing is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced teacher to coordinate kids lessons. The responsibility includes new teacher recruiting, kids teachers managing, lesson arranging and monitoring, and complaint handling, etc,. The person also gives lessons to kids of aged 4 - 15 years on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m. 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. and training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.

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Xinhua Shouli Accounting Firm
Xinhua Shouli is mainly specialized in financial audit, enterprise capital validation, tax agent and consulting and accounting consulting. We also run asset evaluation, enterprise management consulting and project cost consulting. Annual audit fee: 2.5 per thousand yuan of the total audit amount when it is less than RMB10 million, 0.01 per thousand yuan for audit of asset over RMB5 billion. Address: L 3F, No. 1 Office Building, 12 Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6581 6597

Fuchenglai Business Consulting Company
We provide various visa services for foreign expatriates, including conversing from L visa to F visa, from F visa to Z visa and from L visa to Z visa as well as visa extension. We also help our clients arrange invitations and employment certificate and driving licenses (without undergoing a test) and help foreign companies register a new business in China. Address: Nanli Erqu, Shuanghuayuan, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5134 6461

Yiran Family Health Care Center
We are a professional household service and family health service provider in Beijing. By cooperating with the Women's Association of each provinces and the Labor and Social Insurance Department as well as the Health Department, we are able to provide the most qualified and secured staff who then deliver our expertise home caring service to you. Prices range from RMB1000 to RMB1800 per month. TEL (8610) 6493 2008

Job Fair Beijing
December 22-23, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0223

China (Beijing) International Health Industry Exposition
December 16-18, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 8776 6850

"Chinese Patients"
Four artists with great academic potentials are bringing their works to the show as part of the opening exhibition of West Shore Contemporary Art Club.
December 29-February 3, 2008. West Shore Contemporary Art Club, 10 meters to the entrance of the No. 2 yard in 798 Art District.

Art Exhibition: "Illusions of Silence"
December 5-January 3, 2008. Today Art Gallery. 32 Baiziwan, Chaoyang District.

"False"
Group exhibition of Platform China.
December 1-30 (close on Mondays), Platform China TEL (8610) 6432 0091

Pensive Ephemera
Wei He's solo exhibition.
December 22-January 22, 2008. M-Art Space, 798 Art District, No.9 Jiu Xianqiao Rd, Chaoyang District.

Existing Embarrassment
Featuring Zhou Yijie's paintings.
December 8-23, Quac Art Space TEL (8610) 6436 0837

"Qi" Forms
"Qi" is a very important concept in China's traditional culture. It is deemed to be a basic element that links human body with nature, society and spritual principles. Artist Xu Xiangdong expatiates on this concept in his works.
December 8-January 7, 2008. New Age Art Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9282

No U-turn-Segments of Chinese Avant-garde Art
Artists Bao Pao, Ding Fang, Feng Lianghong, Lin Chun, Liu Yan, Ma Kelu, Ren Jian, Song Yongping, Wang Mingxian and Wu Shaoxiang bring their works to the exhibition.
November 17-December 31, TRA Gallery TEL (8610) 5202 3883

Joy of Living-Matteo Lo Graco Works Exhibition
10 piece of sculpture and 16 pieces of paintings of Italian artist Matteo Lo Greco are on the show.
November 18-January 20, 2008 (closed on Mondays). BB Gallery TEL (8610) 6432 2619