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        Volume 12, issue 151 - November 17, 2008
       
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Travel Information

Bihai Mountain Villa
Bihai Mountain Villa is located in Ganjingzi District. It is the important path from Dalian to Jinzhou, and the historical remains of Qing Dynasty can still be seen here. The Fairyland Garden is a seaside scenic spot with beautiful natural landscape. The Chinese Classical Arts Assembling Palace has arranged 38 scenes and many figures of the famous Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Heroes of the Marshes and A Dream in Red Mansions. Opening hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Hengshan Academy of Classical Learning
The Hengshan Academy used to the mansion of a General of Middle Qing Dynasty. In 1844 (during the Emperor Daoguang period), a local official rebuilt the mansion to an academy for those who took the imperial examinations. It is the only well-preserved ancient academy in the south of Liaoning Province. Address: West Street of Fuzhoucheng, Wafangdian.


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Dining Out

Ou Bei Qi Restaurant
This is a French restaurant featuring traditional French cuisine such as foie gras goie, caramel apple, and smoked salmon cream cheese roll-ups. Candle light, red wine, and authentic coffee - enjoy yourselves in this romantic and mysterious world! Address: 484 Zhongshan Road, Shahekou District, Dalian. TEL (86411) 8435 6999

Big Apple Western Restaurant
More than 100 different flavors of food features from various countries can be found only here. Chefs who have been trained in Italy and France cook the western cuisine combining Chinese taste. Being a member of the restaurant will get special treats especially in Member's Day and your birthdays. Address: 1 Qingni Second Street, Zhongshan District, Dalian. TEL (86411) 8360 1815

Health & Fitness

Dalian Herbalife
This is the one and only authorized franchised store of Herbalife International in Dalian. If you want to lose some weight, keep yourself fit, and relax yourself, just choose Herbalife to help you with these tiresome trivia. Cut the fat and enjoy a healthier life, Herbalife is always with you. Address: Room 814, Dongfang International Building, Xigang District, Dalian. TEL (86411) 8293 4426

Esthtique Salon BI-UP
Esthtique Salon BI-UP is the first chain store that the Japanese TMT has set up in China. World class services, facilities and personnel, personalized beauty plan - these will allow you to enjoy a whole new service model that make you feel like in Japan. For everyone who comes to Esthtique Salon, we will provide the most scientific, fashionable and comfortable plan for you. Address: Room 2406, 73 Wuhan Street, Zhongshan District, Dalian. TEL (86411) 8231 3285

Tapei Radiant Beauty & Skincare Center
Pamper yourself or treat a friend to a full service, high quality Health Spa offering Facials, Chinese Therapy Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Foot Massage, and Chinese Medicine. Our Spa has very high standards in cleanliness and Hygiene in a very soothing atmosphere. High Quality for a reasonable and competitive price. You can also enjoy the Expat Lending "Kiva" Library while you are here. We're located in the Manhattan Building A (off of Tianjin Street) Room 1101. For more information or directions call us at (86411) 8253 7079 or 8259 7072.

Relocations

Baile Relocation Company
Baile is one of the earliest relocation service companies in Dalian's Economic and Technological Development Zone. The well-trained workers will offer the best relocation service to you. The childless elderly and relatives of soldiers get free services. Call us at (86411) 8752 6830 or (86) 1365 4096 919 for detailed information such as price and time.

Haocheng Relocation Service
Set up in 2004, Haocheng specialized in long and short distance relocation and logistic services. We have different vehicles with close carriages to meet the different needs of various clients. We sincerely hope that our circumspect service would make your relocation safe and easy. For more information, please call (86411) 8792 0129 to reach us.

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Professional Integrity Therapy Available
Integrity Therapy is not a mode of therapy, but a professional commitment: to maintain professional integrity and foster personal integrity. Each individual has different needs calling for different approaches, thus Integrity Therapy utilizes different methods, providing for individual and couples therapy. Experienced as a counselor and therapist, with 9 years' practice in the US and China, I have set up a small private practice in Dalian. Major lines of business: Solution-Focused Therapy, Analytic (Jungian) Therapy, Dream Analysis, Brief Dynamic Therapy and Sandplay Therapy. Flexible & reasonable rates. For more info call 134 78549380 or email: china.psyche@gmail.com
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DCT Fine French Wines
A team dedicated to the passion of wine welcomes you and advices you to select the perfect wine. The only wines in China imported from France with referred transportation and conservation which allow you to enjoy the exact same feelings as if you were in France! Wine for tonight diner, a party, a special event, a present… Free delivery within 2 hours in Dalian. Tasting every Thursday at 5pm in our showroom at Huai Hua Da Sha, Floor 17-4, n°100 Shengli Road, Xigang District, Dalian. For more information: www.DCTwines.com; Email: DCTwines@hotmail.com; TEL (86411) 8439 0105 / 8832 9127.

Dalian Hongze Housekeeping Service Center
Do you need more time to entertain yourself instead of doing the endless housework? Hongze Housekeeping Service Center can help you with that. Besides daily cleaning, patient care and elderly care services are also available here. Make your life easier with Hongze. You can find us at 1-201, 27 Xishan Street, Shahekou District, Dalian. TEL (86411) 8198 8868

Dalian Sito Translation Company
Since its establishment, SitoTrans has been dedicated to the high-quality and timely translation service for its customers. Most of our translators master at least two foreign languages, and inspectors from foreign countries will ensure the quality. Now we have established cooperation with many enterprises and organizations at home and abroad. Address: 25-4, D Tower, Peace Modern City, 552 Zhongshan Road, Shahekou District, Dalian. TEL (86411) 8437 7829

Amy's DVD and CD Emporium
A great assortment of good quality DVDs and CDs, with English speaking staff to help you with all your needs. Fourth Floor, Hyrise Electronic Plaza (across Vivo). For details, call 135 0074 5146.

Nightlife

2046 Lucky Baby Bar
Does the name remind you of something special? Yes, that's where it comes from - the movie titled "2046". The gorgeous lights, fascinating music, hot DJs and performers, will make you feel just like in the movie. Deluxe decoration with techno trance, bring you the passionate parties in the city aperiodically. Address: 2 Tangshan Street, near the west gate of Labor Park. TEL (86411) 83692046

Theater & Performances

Peking Opera Performance Of "San Cha Kou" And "Huang Jin Tai"
Featuring: Fu Peng and Wang Mo. Admission: RMB30/50.
2pm, November 22. #1 Jinlin West Ln, Kunming Stress (West of Dalian Foreign Lang.Inst) TEL (86411) 8230 5411

"Quantum Of Solace"
Admission: RMB55.
Wanda Movie Theater across Olympic Square Tel (86411) 8366 9988

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

2008 Dalian International Medical Instrumentation Exhibition
Admission: free.
November 22-November 24. Dalian Xinghai Exhibition Center TEL (86411) 8480 9663

2008 Dalian Fashion Exhibition
Admission: free.
November 11-December 1. Dalian Xinghai Exhibition Center TEL (86411) 8480 9663

Art Exhibition
Admission: free.
9am-5pm. South East Gallery, No.46, Youngjing Street, Xigang District TEL (86411) 8430 3318

Golden Pebble Beach Wax Museum
Admission: RMB30.
Daily 8:30am - 4:30pm. Jin Shi Tan Wax Museum, TEL (86411) 8790 2006

Weekly Calendar

Monday, November 17, 2008
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2008 Dalian Fashion Exhibition
Dalian Xinghai Exhibition Center TEL (86411) 8480 9663

Saturday, November 22, 2008
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Peking Opera Performance Of "San Cha Kou" And "Huang Jin Tai"
2pm. #1 Jinlin West Ln, Kunming Stress (West of Dalian Foreign Lang.Inst) TEL (86411) 8230 5411

2008 Dalian International Medical Instrumentation Exhibition
Dalian Xinghai Exhibition Center TEL (86411) 8480 9663

Community Announcements

Charity In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental organizations operating in China doing so much great work. But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup/ to get started with CharityInChina.org!

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Christmas Charity Bazaar
Donation for the Bazaar can be made in the reading room of the Shangri-la Residences. Proceeds will be donated to the Dalian Charity Federation.
9:30am-5pm, December 6-7. 4th Floor Shangri-la Residences TEL (86) 1388 9525 271

Dalian International Sports Club Dalian
International Sports Club is a group of children and adults in the Dalian area who get together for both organized and informal sports activities. We have prepared a gymnasium with an inline hockey rink and indoor soccer (festal) court. The gymnasium is located at Jinhaiwan, 6 km from 5 color city towards Jinshitan. If taking the light rail line (qing gui) the gym is located in between the Bao Shui Qu and Shuang D Gang stations. From Kaifaqu, the #3 bus is convenient and stops nearby. We welcome members from all nationalities!

International Club of Dalian
The International Club of Dalian (ICD) is a community-based club for the ever-growing international community living here in Dalian. The objective of the ICD is to provide a social and business network to enrich the living experience for expatriates and their families living in and around Dalian. As a not-for-profit organization, ICD also supports and contributes to local charity and community services for those in need. Are you an expat newcomer or know of any new arrivals in Dalian, please encourage them to contact ICD! We are gathering contact information of new arrivals to the greater Dalian area with your help. To let us know of prospective members and newcomers, send an email to membership@icdalian.com with "Newcomers" in the subject line. Have any questions? Send an email to info@icdalian.com.

Discoveryland
Admission: 120rmb.
Golden Pebble Beach TEL (86411) 8790 3777. For details please visit www.discoveryland.cn

Dalian Scenic Tower
Admission: 50rmb/25rmb for child.
Daily 9:00am-4:00pm, Old Dalian TV Tower (behind Labour Park) TEL (86411) 8363 8345

English Lending Library
If you're looking for something to read in English, or have books that you want to donate, you should visit the KIVA lending library, a collection of books donated by the Dalian expat community. The library is located in Taipei Radiant Beauty & Skincare Center, which is located in the Manhattan Building A (off of Tianjin Street) Room 1101. The space has been very generously donated by the Taipei Radiant Beauty Center. For more information or directions call us at (86411) 8253 7079 or 8259 7072.

If you're new to Dalian and would like to get in touch with the local expat community or need information please send an email to dalian_05@hotmail.com and someone will contact you.

Xinghai Park
Admission 7rmb
7:00am-7:00pm. TEL (86411) 8469 2514

SunAsia Underwater Sea Aquarium/Polar Animal World
Admission 70rmb/80rmb (120rmb combined)
Daily 7:00am-4:00pm. TEL (86411) 8468 5136

Polar Animal World
Admission 90rmb
Daily 9:00am-4:30pm. TEL (86411) 8289 3000

Forest Zoo
Admission: Main Zone-Adult 40rmb/Child 20rmb; Zone 2: Adult 60rmb/Tram 20rmb
Daily 8:30am-4:30pm. TEL (86411) 8248 0694

Labour Park
Admission: 20rmb. Daily 6:30am-6:30pm TEL (86411) 8364 5363

Xinghai Shell Museum
Admission: 30rmb/adult, 15rmb/child.
Daily 8:30am-4:30pm. TEL (86411) 8480 2938 ext. 115

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