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 Great Deal Promotions at Ascott Beijing
Strategically located in the heart of CBD zone in Chaoyang District, close to China World Trade Center and amid the thriving business and retail district. It lavishes top executives with discreet service and efficient business support in an exclusive and luxurious environment. Enjoy a comprehensive range of apartments from 1-bedroom suites to 3-bedroom suites with special rates starting from RMB1300+15% per residence per night, effective from 11 October to 31 December 2008. Ascott The Residence is managed by Ascott International. For details check at http://www.the-ascott.com/specials/cluster.html?did=9064 China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Special Offers from Grand Hyatt Beijing
Plan the perfect getaway for your family and yourself with Grand Hyatt Beijing's selection of room packages designed to meet all your needs on various different occasions. Whether you are looking for a retreat with your loved one or to put balance back into your life as you enjoy your favorite activities, the Family Package and the Balance Package will make your trip a unique experience. To make a reservation, please call (8610) 8518 1234 or visit beijing.grand.hyatt.com.
 Beijing Getaways
Where else can you mix a hint of the Forbidden with a hint of fun? History, shopping and high - tech? Nourish your body, mind and soul? Discover the best of all worlds in one world-class location - the new Hilton Beijing Wangfujing. Valid till the end of October. Starting from RMB1350. For a minimum two nights accommodation in a Deluxe room enjoy daily RMB200 dining voucher that can be used in any of our four innovative restaurants and bars. Tel: (8610) 5812 8888; Fax: (8610) 5812 8886; Website: www.wangfujing.hilton.com
 The Largest 5-star Beachfront Resort in China
Howard Johnson Resort Sanya Bay is the largest resort in China. 1160 sea view guest rooms and 38 luxuries villas provide you a new oasis; 2700-square-meter meeting space with contemporary meeting facilities ensure you an ideal communication venue; 3000-square-meter sea view lobby attracts you with the refreshing sea breeze; 4500-square-meter swimming pool sooths your body and soul; 140 MU tropical garden extends with the romance of the sea into the land. With its Asian influenced contemporary design and state of the art facilities, the hotel offers to the leisure traveler and meetings guest alike, the highest level of service. Tel: (86 898) 3888 8888; Email: reservations.resortsanya@hojochina.com
 A Marco Polo welcome
Located in the Asian Games Village & Olympic Games Business Area North of Beijing, Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing is only 5 minutes from 2008 Olympic Games Main Stadium and Beijing International Conference Centre. 25 minutes to Beijing Capital International Airport and New China International Exhibition Centre. 15 minutes to Zhongguancun High-Tech Area, Wangjing Technology Park Zone and Shangdi Hi-Tech Zone. Within walking distance to subway line 5 and line 8. Nearby Beijing Hong Hua International Golf Club provides the best choice for business travelers.For further information please visit the Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing website: www.marcopolohotels.com and contact: Tel: (86 10) 5963 6688 E-mail: resv.prk@marcopolohotels.com.
 Enjoy Millennium Hongqiao Hotel Shanghai, Celebrate Your Success
The meeting and banquet facilities are well equipped to cater to your every need. MICE Package from CNY1,350+. This offer includes: Full day function room rental, Buffet breakfast at O' Cafe restaurant, Coffee/tea break with coffee, tea and cookies, Closing cocktail at TKNY bar with one glass of soft drink. Complimentary 1 night stay at Superior room. Full day meeting package at a minimum of 20 people. For reservation, please call (8621) 6295 1305; www.millenniumhongqiao.com
 Weekend Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a weekend special rate of RMB988 per room per night including complimentary 1 daily buffet breakfast; complimentary broadband and wireless internet access in-room as well as in public areas; use of gym, sauna and tennis court. Rate is subject to 15% surcharge, and only applicable to arrivals on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays, valid from October 10th 2008 to December 15th 2008, subject to availability, terms & conditions apply. Please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations.
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 Frank's Place, 9.3 Jiangtai Xi Lu - 50mtrs south of Lido Hotel
Frank's Place, Beijing oldest sports bar, established in 1989. Frank's is decorated as an English pub, but is able to offer live sports from around the world, from F1 to Lacrosse. Happy hours daily from 15.00 to 20.00 over our full range of beers including Guinness. Our food menu is based on good old fashioned home cooking. Separate back deck can accommodate private functions. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399. Website: www.franksplacebeijing.com
 Pimp My Club Launch Party
Get ready for a night of bling, players and pimps. Riviera Events and Bling are bringing you that authentic 70s flavor in 21st century proportions. Already the flashiest venue in town, Bling is going to get its pimp on even more than usual with tricked-out cars, ice everywhere and the funkiest hip-hop tunes in town. Dress code: 70s Pimps and honeys. Free entrance.
9pm-4am, October 11. Bling-All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com
 "Superfreq" Party with Mr. C
Mr. C was elected as one of the most popular DJ in Britain by DJ magazines in 2007. As the major singer of The Shamen, Mr. C has his own club - The End in London. Now Electro House, the founder of "Superfreq", will present Mr. C jointly with Club Cargo to give people in Beijing a special experience. Ticket: RMB50.
9pm till late, October 10. Club Cargo TEL (8610) 6551 6878
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 Five Senses One Experience at the New Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing
Life is just a culinary journey with spices and flair from around the world, start your Journey with: *Red Orange - Enjoy daily menus fresh from the market and extensive Pan-Asian and Western delights from the interactive open kitchen buffet all day long. *Rainbow - Experience Yunnan, the land South of the Clouds, the home of puer tea and China's freshest wild mushrooms. Indulge in a feast of authentic and aromatic Yunnanese cuisine full of ethnic and culinary mystery and try the legendary Rice Noodles Over The Bridge. *Sun Palace - Enjoy classic Cantonese and regional cuisine, dim sum and fresh seafood and be served like an emperor in one of our 4 private dining rooms. Tel:(8610) 6429 8888; Fax: (8610) 6429 0888; E-mail: info@cpsunpalace.cn; Website: www.crowneplaza.com; Reservation toll-free Number(china): 800 830 4088; For mobile user: 400 88 40 888.
 Gallery Lounge Reopens Again Under Holiday Inn Lido Beijing Management
It is located above The Patio (24 hours coffee shop) off the Hotel Lobby. Live music as well as WIFI access from noon till 1AM. Join us for Happy Hour from 5PM to 8PM. Tel: (8610) 6437 6688.
 Culinary Treasures of Nagasaki, Japan at Skyline Cafe
Hotel Kunlun, in conjunction with Nagasaki Prefecture, proudly hosts a culinary festival to delight the most discriminating of Japanese food lovers. Nagasaki's own Guest Chef Ikeda and Guest Chef Moriyama will create an assortment of delightful Japanese gastronomic masterpieces using the freshest ingredients from Nagasaki. Two action stations filled with such authentic Japanese dishes as fresh Tuna Sashimi, Nagasaki Udon, and Yellowtail with Daikon Turnip, will make Skyline Cafe's buffet dinner the envy of town! Promotion Period: 17 - 31 October 2008. Buffet Price: RMB 398 + 15% per person (includes free flow of soft drinks, beer, wine, and Japanese sake). For reservations please call: (8610) 6590 3229.
 Come and Try Dinner Seafood Buffet at Orchid Terrace Cafe(Coffee Shop)
Lobster, oysters, sliced sashimi, hand-roll sushi and much more! Weekday lunch buffet (Monday to Sunday): RMB158+15% service charge per person. Weekday dinner (Monday to Thursday): RMB188+15% service charge per person. Weekend dinner buffet (Friday, Saturday and Sunday): RMB268net (includes soft drinks). 50% off on all beverages in the coffee shop. Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555. For more info, please click here
 Indulge in the Exotic Flavors of a Malaysian Feast
From October 13 to 31, JW Marriott Hotel Beijing will delight diners with a sensational Malaysian food promotion in Asia Bistro restaurant. The promotion will feature two guest chefs from Kuala Lumpur preparing the best of Malaysia delicacies. Chef Nasir's tasty culinary creations have taken him all over the world. Chef Choong has more than 18 years of experience in the kitchen. For Reservations: (8610) 5908 8995.
 Oktoberfest 2008
Paulaner Brauhaus - Home of the original Oktoberfest in Beijing! From 10 to 26 October, everyday from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm at the Oktoberfest tent with the "Donautal Duo" & "Gaudi Max" as well as the "Munich Showgirls, Das Kleeblatt". For reservations, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5732 or e-mail: paulaner.beijing@kempinski.com
 Aprevino Fright Night
Scare yourself silly at Aprevino with our bizarre Halloween cocktails and freaky snacks. Join us for an eerie fun filled night with friends from 7pm to 10pm for RMB 100 per person net including spooky snacks and two Halloween cocktails. Groups above 10 people receive a 10% discount, dine in Prego on the night, and receive a 15% discount. To purchase tickets please call (8610) 6629 7815.
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
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 Daily Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or click here
The National Aquatics Center
Located in the Beijing Olympic Green, the National Aquatics Center, which is also known as Water Cube, is or an aquatics center that was built alongside Beijing National Stadium for the swimming competitions of the 2008 Summer Olympics. The Water Cube design was chosen from 10 proposals in an international architectural competition for the aquatic center project held in July 2003. Covering a total construction area of 65,000 to 80,000 square meters and with 17,000 seats, of which 6,000 are permanent seats, the National Aquatics Center hosted the swimming, diving and synchronized swimming events during the Olympics. As the end of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the Water Cube will serve as a swimming and leisure center for local residents. Address: Olympic Green TEL (8610) 6669 0741
Beijing Haiyun Travel Agency
Beijing Haiyun Travel Agency was founded in 1996. Over more than ten years' development, we have established our good faith and reputation among our clients and counterparts in the tourism industry. So far, Beijing Haiyun Travel Agency has become an outstanding subsidiary of the major state-owned corporate group -- Huayang Haishi Center. With our experienced staff and strict and standardized management, we provide our clients with high-quality meeting and convention service, VIP travel service and car-renting service. Address: Floor 5, B2 Building, Unisplendour Building, No. 11, Huixin East Street, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6482 3896
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 The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's educational approach arises out of the best practices found in British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results, respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents, teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.
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U-can Salsa Dancing Club
Owned by U-can Culture Communication (Beijing) Co., Ltd., U-can Salsa Dancing Club is a comprehensive Latin dance club that integrates Latin dance training, leisure, body-building and social entertainment. Founded by Lili Huang, our club provides various Latin dance courses, including Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, Merengue, belly dance and yoga to dance lover in all ages. We are waiting for your visit! Address: Floor 7, Yaxiu Mansion, No. 58, Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 010-8597 4123
GraceLine Medical Beauty Center
Covering an area of 1,200 square meters, GraceLine Medical Beauty Center is an official authorized medical beauty organization that provides complete medical beauty services related to plastic surgery, oral cavity, traditional Chinese medicine, laser and skin care. Our beauty center is elegantly designed and the refined layout and personal service process in our center will make our customers feel warm and comfortable. Relying on our advanced beauty equipment and high-quality international medical team, GraceLine Medical Beauty Center will offer the best service to our customers. Address: Floor 3, Tower 12, New Start Garden, No. 5, Changchun Qiao Road TEL (8610) 8256 3042
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Beijing Relocation Company
Beijing Relocation Company is a major cargo moving company specialized in house moving, pianos moving, cargo delivering, house keeping, etc. At present, our company has a number of vehicles and branches in all the counties and districts in Beijing. With our well-trained professional workers who have mastered the moving skills and our advanced scheduling platform, we can ensure you a timely, safe and thoughtful moving service. Taking the satisfaction of the customers as our ultimate goal, your praise is the biggest support for us. Starting price: RMB200. Address: Street 7, Shangdi, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8277 1983
Sifangtong Relocation Company
Beijing Sifangtong Relocation Company is a professional relocation service company with many branches across the city. Owning more than 30 relocation vehicles and a high-quality and well-trained team, our company provides moving services and cargo delivering services to individuals and companies. Our moving services cover residential houses, companies, offices and factories. In addition, we can provide packaging service, fixing and dismounting service and carton renting to meet the different demands of our customers. Starting price: RMB260. TEL (8610) 010-8735 8225
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Beijing Xingda House Keeping Company
Beijing Xingda House Keeping Company is a professional house keeping company with professional employees and advanced imported equipment. Being divided into cleaning project department, training department and human resource department, our company has an experienced management team. Since the founding of our company, we have provide daily house keeping services, carpet cleaning, glass cleaning, floor renovation and waxing services to a large number of customers. Our high-quality service and low price gain us a good reputation among our clients and make us the first choice for companies that demand for good house keeping services. Address: Fengtai District TEL (8610) 8379 4933
Beijing Global Languages Translation
Beijing Global Languages Translation has a professional translation team composed of national-level translators, foreign experts, senior engineers and returned overseas Chinese. Our strong translation network, strict quality control system, standardized operating process, unique criteria for interpretation and translation examination and modern office equipment assure our supply of high-quality service. Adhering to the service principle of "good faith, time efficiency and accuracy", Beijing Global Languages Translation can provide satisfactory translation service for domestic and foreign enterprises, government organs, scientific research institutions and the embassies and consulates of various countries. Address Room 1105, Tower A, Huasheng Yuezhang Apartment, No. 53, Anxiangli, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6448 7169
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: Room 2205, 2nd Building, Modern City, Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8580 4932 |
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The 9th China International Machine Tool & Tools Exhibition
October 9-13, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0223
China-Hospeq 2008
October 10-12, Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6677
China Tea Expo 2008
October 12-15, China World Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6505 2288
2008 China International Model Exhibition
October 3-6, Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6677
Between Two Worlds: Solo Exhibition Of Ouka Leele
Born in Madrid, Spain in 1957, Ouka Leele is one of Spain's best known contemporary artists, photographer and printmaker. In addition to the numerous exhibitions held by Ouka Lele, her works are held in the many museums and public collections. Free entry.
October 11-November 16. Iberia Center for Contemporary Art TEL (8610) 5978 9530
Group Exhibition By Asian Art Students
"Meet in Beijing - 2008" Olympic Cultural Events. Organized by China National Academy of Painting.
September 27-October 12. Today Art Museum TEL (8610) 5876 0600
Tibetan Contemporary
The Red Gate parades contemporary Tibetan artwork again - the second show in a year. For people who think Tibetan art begins and ends with thangka paintings, the works in various media, including digital photography, rock pigments and oil paintings, will bring a new perspective on Himalayan art. Works by Gade, Nortse, Tsering Nyandak and Tsewang Tashi will be shown.
October 11-November 2. 798 Red Gate Gallery TEL (8610) 6438 1005
Excellent Minds In Asia - Southeast Asia Art Joint Exhibition
When Chinese modern art just step into a stable and mature stage, modern art also starts its development in India and Vietnam. Influenced by national independence, religions and the experiences of artists, art works from Southeast Asia form a different way of expression and a unique artistic style.
September 16-October 7, No.8 building, No.8 Langjiayuan, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5208 3787 ext. 8020
Last Word - Calligraphy Exhibition Of Yu-Ichi
A respectful Japanese calligrapher brings his work to the origin of calligraphy. With his unique expression, Yu-Ichi not only draws attention of the Japanese calligraphy field, but also gains a worldwide reputation.
September 28-October 17, Today Art Museum TEL (8610) 5876 0600
Yang Shaobin: Blind Spot
Unlike many Chinese artists, Yang Shaobin resists the temptation of mass-producing cynical realistic images. Instead he opens a path between the figurative and the abstract, which liberates his images from any form of narrative.
September 4-October 18. Long March TEL (8610) 6438 7107 |
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North German Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert
The North German Radio Symphony Orchestra is the most prestigious orchestra in the city of Hamburg and one of the most acclaimed orchestras in Germany. The orchestra has gained great renown in the great classical and romantic composers such as Bruckner and Beethoven as well as in contemporary works. Tickets selling for RMB280-1280.
7:30pm, October 7-8. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Diana Krall Beijing Concert
Krall was born into a musical family in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. She began learning the piano at the age of four. In high school, she started playing in a small jazz group. When she was 15 she started playing regularly in several Nanaimo restaurants. At age seventeen she won a scholarship from the Vancouver International Jazz Festival to study at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, and completed three terms. In Nanaimo her playing attracted the attention of famed bass player Ray Brown and drummer Jeff Hamilton. After hearing her play, Brown and Hamilton persuaded Krall to move to Los Angeles, and study with pianist Jimmy Rowles, with whom she began to sing. This also brought her into contact with influential teachers and producers. Tickets selling for RMB300-1600.
7:30pm, October 12. Beijing Exhibition Center Theater TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Avril Lavigne 2008 China Tour Beijing Concert
She is a punk girl, a soul with passion. The Canadian singer has added six China dates on to the tail end of her The Best Damn Tour 2008. Songs performed include Girlfriend, I Can Do Better, Complicated, My Happy Ending, I Am With You, and I Always Get What I Want. Tickets selling for RMB100-1600.
7:30pm, October 6. Wukesong Indoor Stadium TEL (8610) 6623 5888
2008 World Folk Song Festival
The 2008 World Folk Song Festival is an event organized jointly by the Bureau for External Cultural Relations, Ministry of Culture, the Publicity Department of the CPC Beijing Municipal Committee and the National Centre for the Performing Arts. The Festival will introduce Chinese audiences to some of the finest folk music and traditions from around the world. Tickets selling for RMB60-180.
7:30pm, October 3-8. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Drama: The Life Attitude Of Two Dogs - 2008 Version
Tickets selling for RMB100/180.
October 3-12. Orient Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6559 7394
Drama: Hamlet
Performed by Beijing People's Art Theatre. Hamlet is a tragedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1599 and 1601. The play, set in Denmark, recounts how Prince Hamlet exacts revenge on his uncle Claudius, who has murdered Hamlet's father, the King, and then taken the throne and married Hamlet's mother. The play vividly charts the course of real and feigned madness - from overwhelming grief to seething rage - and explores themes of treachery, revenge, incest, and moral corruption. Tickets selling for RMB80-500.
7:30pm, October 1-15. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996
Drama: Rhinoceros In Love 2008 Version
A young boy, Ma Lu, falls madly in love with a sexy, mysterious girl, Ming Ming. When she rebukes all his approaches, his desperation drives him to kidnap her. Tickets selling for RMB100-200.
7:30pm, September 24-October 19. Fengchao Theater TEL (8610) 8404 9981 |
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2008 China International Model Exhibition
Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6677
Avril Lavigne 2008 China Tour Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Wukesong Indoor Stadium TEL (8610) 6623 5888
2008 World Folk Song Festival
7:30pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Schnitzel Day
Die Kochmuetzen replenishes your energy for the week ahead: we offer you All You Can Eat Schnitzels (escalopes). RMB60-78 various styles, from the famous Wiener Schnitzel to Gypsy Escalope and Escalope Italia.
Die Kochmuetzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
Open Mic
Open Mic is not a band, but a chance for bands or artists who have never performed at 13 Club, so always expect some new faces each week. Free entry.
9pm. 13 Club TEL (8610) 8262 8077
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North German Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6655 0000
White Rabbit Hip Hop Night
We have White Rabbit hip hop night DJs Shorty S, Laodu, MC Tangliang. Free entry from 9pm to 2am.
White Rabbit TEL (86) 1332 1123 678
VIP Night
Kandi Klub invites you to our popular VIP Night. This is a prefect venue to entertain, socialise and have a good time with friends or business partners. We will enhance your surroundings with the latest chart music and high quality service from our staff.
Kandi Klub TEL (8610) 6590 9999
Lady's Night @ Angel
A super high themed party where you can make every decision on your own. Free admission.
8:30pm till late. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
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North German Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Drama: The Life Attitude Of Two Dogs - 2008 Version
Orient Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6559 7394
Color of Jazz
Join i-Ultra on a journey to the smoky lounges of New York City for a night of intimate jazz, champagne and cigars. The most unique live music venue in the city is altered into a warm and romantic showcase of the city's top live jazz performers.
9pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
Mini Skirt Party
Every Wednesday night belongs to all women! Everyone is welcome to join us to become the most shining dancing queen of the night. Dress code: mini skirt highly recommended. The Bank Lounge & Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998
Thursday, October 9, 2008
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The 9th China International Machine Tool & Tools Exhibition
China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0223
Alternative Nation Party
The Boat's very own Alternative Dance Club night, bringing you the very finest that you won't hear anywhere else in town. Resident DJs Allen and BB from Taiwan, who know their stuff backwards, are ready and able to keep you on your feet all night long with the finest Indie Dance, Electro Punk, Britpop & Modern Rock. Free entry.
8:30 till late. The Boat TEL (8610) 6460 5512
Latino Cafe
Experience a Ladies' Night in i-Ultra's fiery yet sensual Latin Lounge and feel the impassioned beats of Salsa, Merengue and Reggaeton. Warm up to the tracks of Eddie LV and DJ Omar before Colombia's very own Andres V heats up the dance floor. Ladies enjoy free rum and tequila cocktails from 9pm till midnight.
Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
Champagne Night
Come to enjoy the most incredible champagne deal in Beijing. Buy 2 bottles champagne, get one free specials.
8pm-2am. Vics Club. TEL (8610) 5393 0333
Ladies Night
2 for 1 for Ladies.
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Boogie Woogies Night
DJ Woogie "Bobby" and DJ Boogie "Man" will bring you back to your good old Disco days and more. A complimentary classic shooter for those comes with retro outfit or our desired dress.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Friday, October 10, 2008
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China-Hospeq 2008
Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6677
"Superfreq" Party with Mr. C
9pm till late. Club Cargo TEL (8610) 6551 6878
Musicology 0.2
J. Swarz and DJ Shenyue take you on a musical journey through techno, electro, breaks and then some. RMB50 for entry.
11pm. Tango Club TEL (8610) 6428 2288
Friday Beer Promotion
One Meter HB beer (11 glasses) including 1 Butcher Starter (cold cut platter) for RMB250 only! Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
80's Night
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 surprises from the 70's and 90's and no cover charge! Rock out with the infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B and the strut of Sweet FA. Enjoy 80's prices on shots and Long Island Ice Tea. Free entry.
10pm onward. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday, October 11, 2008
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Pimp My Club Launch Party
9pm-4am. Bling-All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
BaiCai Welcomes Adultnapper
Post-modern electronic music mixed together by the hotly-tipped Brooklyn/Las Vegas DJ and producer. Tickets: RMB70/40 with BaiCai Card.
10pm. Tango Club TEL (8610) 6428 2288
Chic Salsa Party @ Trader Vic's
Live Band from Cuba will present easy Latin music, including Salsa, Merengue, Chacha, Bachata, Lambada, Rumba, etc. , which will keep you dancing all night long!
9pm. Trader Vic's TEL (86) 1391 0989 820
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Sunday, October 12, 2008
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China Tea Expo 2008
China World Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6505 2288
Diana Krall Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Exhibition Center Theater TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Drama: Hamlet
7:30pm. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996
Drama: Rhinoceros In Love 2008 Version
7:30pm. Fengchao Theater TEL (8610) 8404 9981
Sunday Brunch
One of the best Sunday Brunches in town! Pamper yourself with a wide variety of German delicacies in a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere while enjoying classic music performed by our string quartet! Large buffet, all you can eat with live cooking station, fresh oysters, cold-cut selection and choose a main course from a special selection, German desserts buffet, including 2 glasses of Sparkling Wine per person or free flow of HB beer, juices and coffee/tea. RMB188 per person only! Children under 3, free of charge and aged 3-7 pay only half price.
11:30am-3pm. Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830 |
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Linkin Park China Tour
After the May 12 earthquake, Linkin Park has been seeking the opportunity to perform in a Music For Relief benefit concert in China not to only raise funds for people but to make the international society aware of the long-term work ahead in Sichuan rebuilding homes and confidence for people's lives. Tickets selling for RMB100-1600.
October 19. Beijing Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655 ext. 5033
Coats!
The Italian brand Max Mara exhibition comes to Beijing after being shown in Berlin and Tokyo. You will see designs of coats from throughout the history of the brand, including designs of Emmanuelle Kahn, Anne Marie Beretta, Nanni Strada and Karl Lagerfeld.
October 19-November 12. National Art Museum of China TEL (8610) 6401 2252 |
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In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental organizations
operating in China doing so much great work. But what can you
do to help donate or volunteer? You can sign-up to receive periodic
information about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy
family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
 The
St. David's Society of Beijing
The SDSB provides cultural and social experiences for
those Welsh, Chinese and others, which regularly include a celebration
of St. David's Day (Gwyl Dewi Sant), Christmas party, rugby games,
quiz nights and the like, to ensure that the 'hwyl' of Welshness
is not lost in Beijing. For further information, please contact
The Bard, Gilbard Honey-Jones on headmaster@britishschool.org.cn
or telephone (8610) 8532 3088.
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Beijing Rugby Union Referees Society is Looking for New Members
How often have you said the "Ref is useless" during a rugby match? Now is your chance to put your money where your mouth is. Beijing Rugby Union Referees Society is looking for new members to referee games in our league. Basic knowledge of the laws is useful, but enthusiasm is the most important quality. Contact Graham on matrixsecurity@vip.sina.com or 13901204064
Taijiquan
Workshop
Follow Han Laoshi to learn traditional style Taijiquan
for your life enhancement. Heidi will help for translation. Wendesdays
at 19:00 for beginners and Saturdays at 9:00am for advanced level.
Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com
or 1300 103 9563.
The
International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking
for experienced choral singers of all voice types. The Chorus
has members from over twenty countries and performs large-scale
choral concerts three times a year. For more information or to
schedule an audition please visit us online at www.beijingifc.org
BICF
Welcomes You - Beijing International Christian Fellowship
is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders.
People from 60+ countries come together each Sunday morning at
9 and 11 am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information
about BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org
or call us at (8610) 8454 3468
The Autumn ClubFootball Junior Coaching Academies Begin Again from September 13th
Boys and girls aged 4-18 are invited to the after school and weekend soccer courses at venues around the city, including some brand new ones for this season! Sessions are based on ClubFootball's KinderKickerz, JuniorKickerz and PremierKickerz age-specific curriculum and are delivered by our team of FA-Qualified professional coaches. For further details please call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6, email coaching@wanguoqunxing.com or see www.clubfootball.com.cn
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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