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 Hotel
Kunlun Winter Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Winter Room rate promotion.
A great price gets you a Room with complimentary broadband internet,
fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room: Price inclusive
of breakfast: RMB 980 net. Deluxe Grand Room: Price inclusive
of breakfast: RMB 1080 net. Premier Deluxe Room: Price inclusive
of breakfast: RMB 1180 net. Reservations are required in advance
and are subject to availability. For further information, please
contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department at: Tel: (8610)
6590 3388 - 5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
 Weekend
Package
Weekend special room rate from RMB988* per room per night. Located
in the chic and contemporary surrounds of dynamic Pudong, Radisson
Hotel Pudong Century Park is the place to meet and stay for
business or pleasure. Special rate includes complimentary daily
buffet breakfast for one person; complimentary broadband and
wireless internet access in all guest rooms and public areas;
free use of gym, sauna and tennis court. * Rate is subject to
15% surcharge, and only applicable to arrivals on Fridays, Saturdays
or Sundays. * Subject to availability, terms & conditions
apply until March 31, 2009. Please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for
reservations.
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New Venue, Brand New Menu
The 2nd Office is an perfect place for a party or meeting with
private rooms & wonderful atmosphere. Just tell us your budget
& requires we do the rest! The best Mexican food and Tapas
in town. Mon-Fri 17:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 12:00-22:00. Girls Night
Tuesdays 8 pm First Free cocktail. Queens Party &Texas Hold'em
Night are going out. Franks ladies night every Monday 20.00-22.00,
ladies drink free! Address: Jiang Tai Xi Lu 9-3, west of the Rosedale
Hotel. Lido area. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; 1390 491 6811; 1358 160
0066.
 Serving
Beijing's International Community "Since 1996" Open
24 Hours Year Round!
Cold beers, great grub, sports sat tv, live music & DJ. Goose
"n" Duck Beijing's complete entertainment destination
sprawled over 3000 meters, 2 levels offering an experince and
variety of choices from the famed "sports pub" interactive
games in the "Arena" our newly open Chinese "Hot
Pot" restaurant...Visit! Our newly opened & Beijing's
"1"st "Magic & Comedy" Club. Price: RMB300/person
Monday-Saturday for show/dinner/drinks. 50% off for our special
discount nights: Monday-students, Tuesday-ladies, Wednesday-Embassy,
Thursday-hospitality. And many more drink & food specials.
Address: Greenlake Place, Tower S1 Green Lake International Tower
(East side of Chaoyang Park 4th Ring Road) chaoyang district.
Tel: (8610) 5928 3045 /46 /47, hotline: 1390 108 7774. E-mail:
gd@vip.sina.com
 Hot
Pot One-year Anniversary
Hotpot turns one year old now. With our unique style, we've become
one of the hottest party in Beijing, bringing famous DJs and MC
from across the world. In the new year, we will present you everything
from hip hop and funk to electro, mashup and bmore. With Dj Lomang
from New York and Dj Shougo from Japan as well as the three times
DMC champion DJ Wordy. RMB60 includes a drink. 10pm-4am, February
20. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
 Paul
Van Dyk
Born in Germany, Paul van Dyk is one of the world's leading electronic
dance music DJs and producers. He was a trance producer in the
early 1990s, but has since stated in an interview that he no longer
defines his music as trance. In May 2008, Paul van Dyk set up
a remix competition with digital download network Beatport.com,
inviting aspiring producers to remix his single 'Far Away' which
appeared on his 2007 album 'In Between'. 9pm-4am, February 21.
GT Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
For details
about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com. |
 Dining Out |
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 CBD
Sunday Brunch
The Best Kept Sunday Brunch Secret in Beijing CBD is actually
in "CBD"... Come and Indulge Our Grand Sunday Brunch
@ CBD! RMB 328 per person including free flowing Mumm Champagne,
selected Magnum wines not to mention welcome cocktails; RMB 248
per person including non alcoholic drinks. Price is subject to
15% service charge. F&B Hotline at (8610) 6530 9383.
 Dine
For Free
For every RMB 600 (excluding service charge) of your
restaurant bill you will receive ONE RMB 150 dining voucher. Valid
for Texan Bar & Grill, The Patio, Gallery Lounge and Pig &
Thistle. Not valid in conjunction with other discounts or promotions
and excludes 15% service charge. Limited offer. Please call Holiday
Inn Lido Beijing: (8610) 6437 6688.
 Jazzy
Brunch at Kranzler's
A wide array of Continental and Asian dishes, ranging from Chinese
dim sum to Austrian desserts and free flow of bubbly - the Jazzy
Brunch at Kranzler's makes every Sunday a great experience! And
your kiddies will have fun in our Kid's Club. RMB 288 includes
unlimited fruit juices and soft drinks or RMB 338 includes unlimited
bubbly, white or red wine and Paulaner Beer. Sundays from 11:30
am till 3:00 pm. For reservation, please call (8610) 6465 3388
ext. 4105. * Subject to 15% surcharge.
 Two
Becomes One in Caffe Marco
Don't eat alone. Indulge yourself and your companion with delicious
buffet in Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing's Caffe Marco and just
pay for ONE! Start your day well with a delicious breakfast for
RMB 148, or enjoy the buffet lunch with excitement from the open
kitchen for just RMB 138. Experience the extensive East-West buffet
or an a la carte menu that can be ordered separately, afternoon
and late night tea and taste the tempting dinner buffet for just
RMB 188. This offer is valid until March 15th. For reservations
and further information, please contact (8610) 5963 6688 ext.
6420. No. 78 Anli Road Chaoyang District Beijing. The prices:
Breakfast Buffet: RMB148 + 15% surcharge; Lunch Buffet: RMB 138
+15% surcharge; Dinner Buffet: RMB 188 +15% surcharge.
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 Travel Information |
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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
Best Travel Destination in Winter-Rainbow Trout Valley
Located in Beijing's Huairou County, Rainbow Trout Valley features
many a leisure options including rainbow trout appreciation,
fishing, barbecue, food, hotel and entertainment as well as
the fabulous natural sceneries. The fishing resorts and villas
here can provide accommodation to up to ten thousand people.
How to go: drive northward from Beijing Siyuanqiao, then drive
ahead after arriving at Huairou county, Yanxi Huandao and Shentangyu
Road. Bus: No. 916 at Dongzhimen, then change No. 3 bus at Huairou
No. 3 Middle School. Alternatively if you don't want to trouble
yourself with the traffic, please hand all this to your preferred
travel agency.
Beijing
Fengguang Travel Service
With a team of well-trained staff and tour guides as well as
a group of professional tourism consultants, we have many different
departments under us to provide customized service to our clients.
We provide over one hundred travel routes in addition to hotel
reservation, airport reception, train /boat /air ticket booking,
meeting and exhibition organization and FIT trips etc to meet
the diversified demands of our customers. Address: 29, Guangqumennei
Avenue, Chongwen District. TEL (8610) 6719 6969
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Education |
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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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Health &
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Sunny
Ray
Located in Beijing Ocean International Center, Sunny Ray is
the only Salsa training school in China designated by the International
Salsa Association. We are now offering salsa courses to different
levels of learners. In addition, we also have chacha, bachacha,
hip hop and more on the offer. Address: Tower C, Yuanyang International
Center TEL (8610) 5908 0025
APEX
Sports Club
Opened in 2004 with a full membership, APEC Sports Club is almost
10000 square meters in area at #1 Yuanda Road, Haidian Dist,
just off of the west 4th ring road and 3rd ring road, with this
very convenient transportation, we are just 20 minutes to the
downtown of the city. We offer you a variety of excellent services
designed to promote optimal health and provide maximum convenience.
Free toll telephone: 800 610 1001
Fashion
Palace
A professional and modern hair salon, Fashion Palace has opened
a number of stores in Beijing with each of them equipped with
top international hair stylist who have provided hair beauty
service for many famous magazines such as Bazzar, Cosmo Health
and more. We provide a number of options of cosmo ladies who
are seeking for individuality and fashion. Address: 418, 4F,
Jiamao Building, 33 Guangshun Beidajie, Chaoyang District TEL
(8610) 8471 7468
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Nanxun
Home Moving Service
As one of the oldest home moving service providers in Beijing,
we have a group of young and dedicated staff who are all well
trained to help our clients pack their things or dismantle them.
Our staff is decently dressed to serve the clients. We don't
compare with our competitors on hardware, but the service. Starting
price: RMB160 for companies and RMB150 for individuals. Address:
Opposite to Huimin Hospital, Niujie, Xuanwu District. TEL (8610)
8352 3435 Fax (8610) 8353 0596
Guangming
House Moving
A professional house moving company in Beijing, we own many
different types of vehicles to meet our client's diversified
demands. We have branches across town to provide the fastest
and most convenient service for our clients. Our featured network
control center will guarantee a timely and safe service for
you. We work 24 hours a day and seven days a week for you. RMB1200
for luxury house moving package. RMB1000 for economical house
moving package. RMB220 for standard home moving. For more details
please contact (8610) 6767 0556
Beijing
Qianxi Home Moving
Specialized in individual home moving, company relocation and
factory relocation, we have more than 400 employees and over
100 trucks of various types to meet your needs. Being professional
and dedicated is what our employees stand for. With branches
all over the city, we can provide you the timely service as
possible. RMB220 per truck is our starting price. Hotline: (8610)
8820 7899
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for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic native english speaker preferably with previous experience in teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or international schools. Applicant must have a University degree and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested can email us at dalwya@gmail.com. |
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Beijing
C2D-Service Of Visa Extension For Foreigners In China
We are a specialized visa-processing agency with years of experience.
We provide professional services and advice for you. All procedures
can be completed without having to leave Beijing, and it's
not necessary to be interviewed at a police station. Additionally,
we can provide the express service to save more of your precious
time with applicants only completing a form with basic information
and providing very simple materials, and we will deliver your
new visa directly to you. Please contact us for more info: (8610)5160
7330
Beijing
Oushang Haiyun Translation Service
Comprised of a group of language experts, expatriate and senior
translators of various languages, we provide high quality translation
and interpretation service for businesses and institutions and
have won good reputation from our clients. English to Chinese
translation: RMB120-150 per thousand words. Chinese to English
translation: RMB140-200 per thousand words. Address: 1610, No.
2 Building, Huihuang International Center, Shangdi, Haidian District
Beijing
Ayi Housekeeping Service Co., Ltd.
Registered with Beijing Municipal Administration for Industry
and Commerce, we provide various professional housekeeping and
cleaning services for foreign families in Beijing, local families
with middle and high-level income, foreign embassies and foreign
enterprises in Beijing. Our quality services and management have
won us a high reputation among the people from abroad. With the
membership system that features our service, we have so far had
hundreds of families as our members and 80% of them come from
abroad. Our excellent service has been reported by media like
Beijing TV Station and the English Channel of Beijing People's
Radio. TEL (8610) 6434 5647 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exhibitions |
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Maintenance Articles Exhibition 2009
February 16-18, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0223
CIAAI 2009-China International
Automotive Accessories Industry Fair
CIAAI is one of the most professional auto aftermarket industry
fair in China. It is held in spring in China International Exhibition
Center every year since 2006 with great expansion. It is estimated
that in CIAAI 2009, there will be over 900 exhibitors with an
exhibition space of over 30,000sqm.
February 16-18, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0223
Spring Silk & Fashion
Attire Shopping Festival
February 19-March 10, China International Exhibition Center TEL
(8610) 8460 0223
Asia International
Brand Sports Things And Sports Fashion Exposition
February 19-21, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0223
The 8th China International
Automobile Facilities Exhibition
February 20-23, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL
(8610) 8225 0016
"Bi Yun Guo Feng"-Exhibition
Of Landscape Paintings
Over 50 landscape paintings selected from the over 1000 pieces
collected by Beijing Art Academy are on the show.
Through February 23, Beijing Art Academy Gallery TEL (8610) 6507
3204
2009 Solo Exhibition
Of Zhang Kexin
Dialogue Space is honored to host the solo exhibition of Heilongjiang
native artist Zhang Kexin. The exhibition will showcase more than
20 pieces of paintings, sculptures and installations of this famous
artist.
February 13-April 3, Dialogue Space TEL (8610) 5876 9392
Incarnations-Li Wei,
Hei Yue and Liu Bolin Performance Art Exhibition
Through March 19, Paris-Beijing Photo Studio. Address: 798 Art
District, Dashanzi, No. 4 Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang District
Empire-Tomorrow-Online
Exhibition Of Liu Zhiyi's Works
Through February 20, Pianfeng New Art Space TEL (8610) 6437 1792
Implosion Or Fusion:
The Special Moment of International Art Talk
This is an exchange exhibition of contemporary art between Chinese
and American artists.
January 11-February 21, Element Museum of Contemporary Art TEL
(8610) 6431 2361
Art Exhibition: In
The Name Of Copper
January 11-February 21, Jiudu Art Space. More info viajiudu@9dkj.cn.
"Revelation Of
Views"-Shi Jianjun Solo Exhibition
January 17-February 18, Yuan Art Center TEL (8610) 5272 1066
100 Tales In Animamix
December 19, 2008-February 28, 2009, Linda Art Center TEL (8610)
5978 9565
My Own Way
Featuring artists Dong Yuan, Li Rui, Li Wei, Shang Yixin, Song
Guiyu, Yua Xin, Zeng Jianyong, Zeng Yang, Zhang Wenjia and Zhang
Zhandi, all of whom are active young artists who know how to cherish
themselves, their families and friends and live a life with belief
and principle.
December 13, 2008-March 1, 2009, Shengzhi Space Art Center TEL
(8610) 6435 9719
Fluttering Heart
Zhu Quanmao, an installation artist from Japan brings his works
to Beijing following a 2007 debut.
December 20, 2008-February 20, 2009, Xi Gallery TEL (8610) 5978
9976 |
 Theater & Performances |
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National Symphony Orchestra Concert
Featuring Liu Yun Zhi & Xue Wei. Tickets selling for RMB100-500.
7:30pm, February 18. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6606 4705
China National Symphony
Orchestra Concert II
Featuring Chen Xi and Li Chuanyun. Tickets selling for RMB100-500.
7:30pm, February 19. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6606 4705
Ballet: Nutcracker
By The Shanghai Ballet. Tickets selling for RMB80-500.
7:30pm, February 18-19. National Center for the Performing Arts
TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Violin Concertos
by Huang Bin, Lv Siqing and Beijing Symphony Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB100-500.
7:30pm, February 20. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6606 4705
Stage Play: Hello Kitty
Dream Fantasy Beijing 2009
In Chinese language. Tickets selling for RMB80-1000.
7:30pm, February 20-22. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026
White-haired Girl
By The Shanghai Ballet. Tickets selling for RMB80-500.
7:30pm, February 21-22. National Center for the Performing Arts
TEL (8610) 6606 4705
What A Beautiful Jasmine-Classic
Works Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, February 21. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Violin Concertos
By Ning Feng, Huang Mengla and Beijing Symphony Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB100-500.
7:30pm, February 21. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6606 4705
Kunqu Opera:
The Strange Double Meet
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, February 21. China Beijing Opera Academy Experimental
Theater TEL (8610) 5851 9626
Concert By Yu Lina,
Chai Liang And Beijing Symphony Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB100-500.
7:30pm, February 22. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6606 4705
Myth-Concert On Contemporary Film & Television Music
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, February 22. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Kunqu Opera: "You
Yuan", "Si Fan", "Chu Sai"
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, February 22. China Beijing Opera Academy Experimental
Theater TEL (8610) 5851 9626
Drama: The Journey
To The East
Tickets selling for RMB50-180.
7:30pm, February 11-22, Oriental Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6527
6911
Happy Mahua Series-A
Xiang
Tickets selling for RMB80-730.
7:30pm, February 14-22, Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026
Drama: Teahouse
This is one of the famous dramas by famous Chinese author Lao
She. The drama is set in a typical, old Beijing teahouse and follows
the lives of the owner and his customers through three stages
in modern Chinese history. The plot spans fifty years and has
a cast of over sixty characters drawn from all levels of society.
Brought together in Yutai Teahouse, they reflect the changes that
were taking place in Chinese society. Tickets selling for RMB40-680.
7:30pm, February 14-22, Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6524 9847
Drama: Rhinoceros In
Love
Performance by The National Theatre Company of China, new drama
Rhinoceros in Love, directed by Meng Jinghui, features singing,
satire, a drooping clock-shaped card table and many more. Tickets
selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, February 12-21. National Centre for the Performing Arts
TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Film: Black Book
Black Book is a Second World War themed film directed by Paul
Verhoeven, and starring Carice van Houten, Sebastian Koch, Thom
Hoffman, and Halina Reijn. It tells the story of a young Jewish
woman in the Netherlands who becomes a spy for the resistance
during World War II after tragedy befalls her in an encounter
with the Nazis. Showing in English with Chinese subtitles at cinemas
across town.
Wanda International Cinema (8610) 5960 3399
Capital Cinema (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema (8610) 6404 2159 |
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February 16, 2009
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Happy Hour + Business Set Lunch Special
Buy one get one free on draft beers and house spirits, and complimentary
house wine for ladies during the All-Star Happy Hour time from
1-3pm and 5-7pm. RMB50 set business lunch includes 1 appetizer
and 1 main entree between 11am-2pm. RMB10 for an additional dessert.
Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
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
Tuesday,
February 17, 2009
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INN Coffee Morning
Are purely social events in local cafes that allow you to get
to know people who live close by, pick up a few tips and tricks
from those who have been around the neighborhood awhile!
10-12pm. Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507
French Tuesday
Dress code: business suit for men and casual dresses for women.
China Doll TEL (8610) 5136 5872 ext 111
VIP Night
Kandi Klub invites you to our popular VIP Night. This is a prefect
venue to entertain, socialize 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,
February 18, 2009
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Candy Shop
Every Wednesday is Candy Shop-the Block 8's version of Ladies
Night. Free candy cocktails for ladies all night long. Special
drinks for gentlemen as well.
9pm. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
One World
One Salsa
With the slogan of One World One Salsa, we not only teach you
how to dance, but also offer you a perfect chance for networking.
Can't dance, no problem! We have professional coaches who will
teach you free of charge and enable you to dance immediately.
One selected cocktail on special offer each time.
8:30pm-9:30pm. Trader Vic's TEL 139 1098 9820
Thursday,
February 19, 2009
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Inn Shunyi Coffee Morning
10am. O'Brien's TEL (8610) 6450 8588
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
Friday,
February 20, 2009
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Hot Pot One-year Birthday
10pm-4am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
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,
February 21, 2009
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Paul Van Dyk
9pm-4am. GT Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
Saturday Night
Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Sunday,
February 22, 2009
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Happy Bubbles Night
All champagne Buy One Get One Free on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays.
Advanced booking strongly recommended. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610)
6538 2349 ext. 202
Red Party
@ Xenia
What Red do you like? Bright red, Pink, Brick red, Rors red, purplish
red, clothes or……come here tonight for our Red themed
party. Free admission before 11pm. Xenia TEL (8610) 6464 6566 |
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Monthly Meeting
Join us for an Armchair Tour through China! Married or single,
kids or not, Mandarin speaker or wish-I-could–options for
everyone. See where you can go for overnight, the weekend or a
holiday. And enjoy some nice photos. Come with Susan Trimble on
an armchair adventure. Coffee, tea and pastries are covered in
the admission fee of RMB40. 10am, Monday, February 23. Capital
Club TEL (8610) 8486 2225 ext. 136
Oasis
2009 China Concert
Formed by brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher and their Manchester
mates, Oasis rose to the top of the British charts in the mid-'90s
with its capacity for classic psychedelic pop. The heavily Beatles-influenced
rock band released its debut album Definitely Maybe in 1994, which
became the fastest-selling debut album in British history. To
date, the band has sold over 50 Million albums worldwide. The
band will have their first ever performance in China. Tickets
range from RMB200-1600. 7:30pm-11:30pm, April 3. The Capital Indoor
Stadium TEL (8610) 6833 5552
Fashion
Drama: Fashion Made In China
Fashion Made In China will be put on stage at Beijing's Poly theatre
from March 12-15. If you are a fashion follower, then you won't
miss the opportunity of watching this show. Tickets selling for
RMB90-1290. 7:30pm, March 12-15, Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500
1188 ext 5126/5127
Sarah
Brightman World Tour Beijing Concert 2009
World's renowned singing sensation Sarah Brightman will thrill
Chinese fans with her sweet voice and dazzling appearance during
her concert in Beijing on March 22, 2009. Tickets selling for
RMB380-2000. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6833 5552 ext. 8224
China
Outbound Travel and Tourism Market
Come to meet suppliers of outbound travel products. April 22-24.
China World Trade Center TEL (8610) 6505 2288 |
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 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!
 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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Are You an Alumni of an Australian University?
The Australia China China Alumni Association is a not-for-profit group open to all alumni of all Australian Universities. We run monthly events in Beijing and Shanghai, ranging from Ski Trips and hiking days, to Summer BBQs, networking drinks, gala dinners, annual alumni awards, and more! Register on our bilingual website at www.AustChinaAlumni.org
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
ClubFootball's Indoor Junior Coaching Courses
Develop your soccer skills and have fun this Winter with ClubFootball's indoor junior coaching courses! Courses run at venues across Beijing including ISB, BSB Sanlitun, Yew Chung, BCIS, IAB and CIS, and are open to kids from all schools aged 4 to 18. All coaches are qualified by the FA, and courses are open to boys and girls of all levels. Call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6, mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com or see www.clubfootball.com.cn for details of courses near you.
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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