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Hotel Deals |
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Bed
and Breakfast Value Package
Roconnect and relax at an exceptional value offered by Four
Seasons Hotel Shanghai. A superior room rate at CNY1,700 includes
daily buffet breakfast for two, valid from 1 through 16 April,
2009. Whether you spend the day exploring world-class shopping,
strolling the paths of Yu Garden or as a spectator at the Formula
1 races, return to the Hotel and rejuvenate with a Balinese
massage in the Spa. Or share a cocktail in the Lobby Lounge
and enjoy a night of light live entertainment. For reservation
please call the hotel directly at (8621) 6256 8888 or email
to reservations.shg@fourseasons.com
Executive
Travelers Package
Arrive in Style with Limo Pick Up and Free Executive Club Benefits
with Grand Millennium Beijing! Come and experience our Executive
Travelers Package, which is specially designed for you! You
can claim mileage too! RMB1688+15% per room per night (single/double,
same rate). Benefits: Complimentary upgrade to Club Floor with
full Club benefits | Inclusive of one limousine transfer to
or from the airport | Complimentary internet broadband | Complimentary
daily breakfast | Single/double occupancy, same rate | Late
check-out at 4pm | Double airline mileage per room. For bookings
please call (8610) 8587 6888; Email: reservations@grandmillenniumbeijing.com
Spring Renewal Room Promotion
This March at Hotel Kunlun, a relaxing Premier Deluxe Room is
RMB 1380net, including complimentary laundry (1 pc per day),
an in-room aromatherapy bath session and buffet breakfast for
1. Upgrade to an Executive Deluxe Room for an extra RMB200,
and enjoy Executive Club benefits in addition: welcome champagne
upon arrival, laundry and pressing, wake-up beverage, 24-hour
butler service, Afternoon Tea and Happy Hour. (Aromatherapy
bath requires one hour advance notice.) Kindly contact: (8610)
6590 3473 or mailto: res@hotelkunlun.com
Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center Meeting Package
March 1 - December 31, 2009. Full Day Package: Rmb 668.00 net
per person: A meetings concierge executive dedicated throughout
your event | Welcome coffee and tea | Morning and afternoon
coffee breaks with freshly brewed coffee, fine tea and assorted
home-made cookies | Two bottles of local mineral water per person
during your meeting | Your choice of: International lunch buffet;
3-course western set menu; Chinese set menu; Local mineral water
and soft drinks included | Main meeting room according to your
number of delegates | Stationery and mints | One flip-chart
or white board | 20 table name cards | Registration desk | One
flower arrangement for the meeting room or registration desk.
For reservations please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext.
4126; E-mail: meeting.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
Continental
Club 3-Night Package at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Make your stay in Beijing into an exquisite experience and enjoy
a variety of complimentary and exclusive Continental Club Benefits
inculding Hotel Limousine Service from and to the airport with
RMB 1,650 only. Minimum guaranteed Stay for 3 nights. The rate
is subject to 15% service charge per room per night. Shorten
stays / early departure will be charged for the full amount
of the total cost of stay. For reservations and further information,
please contact: (8610) 5963 6688 ext. 7700, email resv.prk@marcopolohotels.com
or visit www.marcopolohotels.com
New
World Hotel Shenyang - Spring Package
Located in the charming city of Shenyang with magnificent scenery
and rich culture, New World Hotel Shenyang which committed to
providing a distinctive blend of comfort and convenience, is
the perfect hotel for business and leisure travellers. Spring
Package is from RMB356 per room including one buffet breakfast
and complimentary in-room Internet access, Health Club and swimming
pool. For reservation, please call us at (8624) 2386 9888.
Summer
Getaway - Family Package @ Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa
Come to Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa and enjoy a perfect
beach holiday with your family, friends and your loved one.
Family Package starts from 3,888 RMB / 3 nights includes *Round
trip airport transfers. *Luxurious accommodation. *Daily breakfast
for two. *Free breakfast for kids below 12 years old. *Dining
credit to the value of RMB 500. *One kid's cup for free flow
drink in any of our resort outlets. *Activities for kids &
adults * Free use of DVD player and a wide selection of DVDs
and more... Valid until October 31, 2009, terms and conditions
apply. Book now: 0898 - 8856 1133 and 400 888 5551 (China) or
book online: sanyamarriottresort.com
Family
Package at Sheraton Sanya Resort
Spend a much relaxed holiday in Yalong Bay where you can enjoy
fresh air, crystal clear sea, sandy beach and fun-filled vacation.
A special "Family Package" makes it easy to get together
with your loved ones. Share your mornings with breakfast on
the house, take advantage of wide variety of children activities,
free transportation, free food & beverage credit and other
benefits, and make the most of your holiday. Because you don't
just stay here. You belong. Rates start from CNY1600 + 15% service
charge, including two breakfasts and more value added benefits.
Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya
or call +86-898-8855 8451, e-mail sanya.res@sheraton.com
for more information.
Weekend
Package
Splashing is invited. A special weekend rate of RMB1358 provides
an ideal opportunity for you and your special someone, to get
away and have some fun. Inclusions such as the complimentary
Sheraton Signature drink for two on arrival, Breakfast for two,
access to the fully equipped gym and huge outdoor pool and a
RMB300 food credit to use at the International "Exchange"
restaurant or "Mezzo" a little slice of Italy. Then
there's the late checkout so you can laze around a little longer.
Because you don't just stay here. You belong. Book today at
sheraton.com/shenzhen
or call (86-755) 8383 8888 for more information.
Weekend
Break at Shangri-La Hotel Dalian
From 1 April 2009 to 31 December 2009, don't miss a romantic
and exciting weekend stay with your family in Dalian and irresistible
offers from RMB980 per night for a newly renovated Superior
Room or RMB 1180 per night for a Deluxe Room at Shangri-La Hotel,
Dalian. The rates include daily buffet breakfast for two persons.
Additional benefits for Deluxe room include daily laundry allowance
of RMB100, daily mini-bar allowance of RMB100 and late check
out until 2:00 pm.*Above rates are subject to 15% surcharge
and hotel room availability. Add: 66 Renmin Road, Dalian 116001,
China. Tel: (86 411) 8252 5000;Website: www.shangri-la.com
Weekend
Promotion
Enjoy preferential rates for weekend stays at Shangri-La's Kerry
Centre Hotel, Beijing. With breakfast for two and complimentary
broadband access, you'll find it a truly 'chillaxing' weekend
experience ensconced comfortably in our well-appointed rooms
at rates starting from RMB1350 per night. Contact us at (8610)
8529 6388 / hbkc@shangri-la.com
or click
here.
Pamper
Your Senses at The Westin Beijing Financial Street
Pamper your senses from rmb 2100 per couple per night. Indulge
your mind, body and soul. Package includes one night's accommodation
in a luxurious Westin room, two full buffet breakfasts on us,
two relaxing one-hour full body Chinese massages and transportation
to and from the hotel. Let us take care of the details at The
Westin Beijing Financial Street, where you can be at your best.
This exclusive offer is valid until 31 December 2009, minimum
2-night stay, and subject to 15% service charge. Terms and conditions
apply. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6606 8866 or
email reservation.beijing@westin.com
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Nightlife |
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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.
Now
The Goose & Duck Cheerleading "G"EE"D"ETTES
7 Days a Week 9:30pm
Serving Beijing's International Community "Since 1996"
Open 24 Hours Year Round! The Goose & Duck complex lets you
experience "4" venues of entertainment with twice the
atmosphere at half the price! "4" venue "Happy
Hour" everyday 4pm to 8pm all drinks! 2 for the price of
1... *"24" hour sports pub *Interactive sports arena.
*Chinese hot pot & party teppanyaki tables & rooms *Comedy
& magic club Monday thru Saturday: International acts! Show
/ drink: RMB 200p/p, 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Discount nites: Discount
Shows! "4" Nights A Week for Everyone…,Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday, Only! RMB100 for Everything. March! Food
& drink specials for world baseball classic 2009 Beijing's
complete entertainment and party destination. 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
Mick
Boogie
Mick Googie is the most popular hip hop DJ from the United States.
He is also the official on site DJ of NBA, the royal DJ for American
stars. If you have never experienced Mick Boogie's performance,
it's the time to act now. 9pm-2am, April 9. Vics TEL (8610) 5293
0333
Paul
Oakenfold
The world's No. 1 DJ-Paul Oakenfold will be present at GT Banana
Beijing on April 10 with a night of wonderful performance. Don't
miss it. 10pm-5am, April 10. GT Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
Hip
Hop DJ HCUE
Hip Hop DJ HCUE comes to Bling Club All Star, also featuring Bling's
superstar resident DJ Keza. RMB50/RMB30 for presale. Free entry
before 11pm. 9pm-2am, April 11. Bling Club All Star, call 1381
055 7239 for details.
Swing
Out With Beijing Big Band
Vintage Jazz sound with Beijing's only Big Band and swing dancing
all night with the Swing Beijing crowd at Block 8. Come by at
9pm for a beginning dance lesson and then listen to the band play
swing hits from the 30s, 40s, and 50s like only a Big Band can
do from 10pm on. RMB50. 9pm-2am, April 10 and April 12. Block
8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
For details
about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
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Dining Out |
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A La Carte, Freshly Prepared Dim Sum
Come and indulge the most authentic Cantonese Dim Sum, freshly
steamed & prepared from our Hong Kong Chef, order from A La
Carte, for just CNY128 nett per person! Get a 10% early-bird discount
when paying bill before 12:15pm. Every Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-2:30pm.
Starts from 28th March, 2009. Advanced reservation is required.
F&B Hotline: (8610) 6530 9383. PS: Don't forget about our
Daily Soup...available 7 days a week.
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.
Maison
Louis Latour Arrives at Kunlun
Promotion Time: 1 March - 30 April 2009. Promotion venues: Summit
Club, Crystal, Jin Yuan Restaurant, Ma Cherie Thai Vietnamese
Restaurant, Keikoku Japanese Restaurant, Shanghai Flavor Restaurant,
Sunshine Lounge, Skyline Cafe. Louis Latour, the highly respected
wine specialists of the Burgandy region, has arrived at Hotel
Kunlun! With over 200 years of history and a tradition of ten
generations of family-run excellence since the 17th century, Louis
Latour offers only the finest in red and white wines. Promotion
Wines: Louis Latour Beaujolais Villages; Louis Latour Bourgogne
Pinot Noir; Louis Latour Marsannay; Louis Latour Coteaux de l'ardeche
Chardonnay. For more information, kindly contact: (8610) 6590
3229. Hotel Kunlun, 2Xinyuan Nanlu, Chaoyang.
Kempinski
Easter Family Brunch - Sunday, April 12, 11:30am - 3:00pm
On Easter Sunday, bring along your friends and family
and indulge yourself with an incredible buffet spread in Kranzler's
Restaurant. Of course the traditional Easter Egg Hunt with our
Kempi Bunny will be part of the fun for kids of all ages. RMB
368.00 including an Easter Welcome Drink, unlimited sparkling
wine, Paulaner Beer and juices. To avoid disappointment, early
reservations are recommended, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext.
4105. Prices are per person in RMB and subject to 15% surcharge.
What
came first the Chicken? Or Easter Sunday Brunch at the Marco Polo
Parkside, Beijing
It's time to take your friends and family to the Marco Polo Parkside,
Beijing on April 12th to find out what came first and try putting
Humpty Dumpty together again! Enjoy the Easter Sunday Brunch between
11:00 and 15:00 for only RMB320 per person and children under
the age of 15 will enjoy a 50% discount! For more information,
please click
here. For reservations, please contact (8610) 5963 6688 ext.
6420. Caffe Marco, 1/F Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing, No. 78 Anli
Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.
Amazing
Thai Food, 20 April - 2 May 2009
Coffee Garden presents mouthwatering Thai food brought
to you by the culinary team from Shangri-La Chiangmai. Authentic
delights such as Pad Thai (glass noodles), Som Tam (papaya salad),
Tom Yam Goong (hot and spicy soup) are just some of the beloved
favourites offered alongside classical dishes. Get ready for a
delightfully authentic culinary experience. For more information
or reservations, please call (8610) 6561 8833 ext. 40. or click
here.
Easter
"Eggsitement" Sunday Bubbly Brunch
Celebrate this Easter Sunday 12th April at The Westin Beijing
Financial Street with their Easter "Eggsitement" Sunday
Bubbly Brunch. Delicious traditional Easter favorites from decorated
chocolate eggs to fluffy hot cross buns. Just for the little ones,
eggs and face painting and Easter egg hunt and even a visit from
the Easter bunny to delight. Prices start from RMB 368 per person
with free flow Pommery Pop champagne, wine, beer and cocktails,
RMB 298 with free flow soft drinks, juices and mocktails, RMB
148 kids below 12 years. From 11:30am to 3:00pm and all prices
are subject to a 15% service charge. To make a reservation call
(8610) 6629 7810/ (8610) 6629 7815 or email f&b.beijing@westin.com
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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
Fenghuangling-Best
Destination For Seeing Flowers In Spring
Located in Niegezhuang, Haidian District, Fenghuangling is 33km
from downtown Beijing. The scenic spot not only features rich
cultural sites but also beautiful sceneries. In spring, particularly
in March and April of the year, it becomes a heaven for apricot
flowers when the area turns into a sea of flowers and the air
in the area full of scent. You can choose to pray for blessing
at Longquan Temple and Guandi Temple after appreciating the beautiful
flowers. Door ticket: RMB25/RMB13 for students and senior citizens.
You can reach Fenghuangling by taking No. 346 bus. For details
please contact (8610) 6245 9492
Spring
Trip To Baiquanshan Hill
Baiquanshan Hill features amazing sceneries of hills, forests,
cliffs, stones, springs and streams. It is a paradise for beautiful
landscape every season: with flower blooming in spring, waterfalls
and flowing streams in summer, fruit and red leaves in autumn
and silver ice and snow in winter. Renowned as a back yard garden
for Beijing, here you can breathe the fresh air of the natural
oxygen bar to your heart's content. RMB75 per person. Depart daily.
For more info call Zhongcheng International Travel Service at
(8610) 8413 6666 or Fax to (8610) 8413 5555
Huanqiu
Aviation & Travel Web
We are a professional provider of international and domestic air
tickets, international trade and transportation, tourism, hotel
reservation and related consulting service. At present, we offer
special air tickets for both domestic lines and international
lines. Fares for single domestic trip are 20%-80% off, round trip
40%-80% off. For more quote, please contact (8610) 5128 3553.
Address: No. 138, Fahuasi Street, Chongwen District, Beijing.
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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 & Fitness |
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| Ouyi
Fitness Club
With a total area of 2000 s.q.m, we offer you a broad space for
practicing to keep fit. Our ceiling-to-floor windows which are
set north-south can bring in you fresh air any time you want as
well as breeze and sunshine. We provide Yoga, Step, Hip Hop, ballet,
Spinning, Kick Boxing, T.B.C, Power Flex, Resist-ball and more
to our members. Address: 6F, No. 11 Building, 7 Songyu North Road,
Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6730 7831
Huating
Men's Club
A leisure club specially designed to offer beauty, fitness and
healthcare for gentlemen, we feature an elegant space of more
than 300 square meters and have a group of well-trained therapists
and technicians. We offer a big variety of SPA programs and places
importance to the relaxation of human body and spirit to help
you get away from sub-health. Starting price: RMB288. TEL (8610)
8985 0838
Fanjiana
Yoga-The First Yoga Club In CBD
Fanjiana Yoga Center is located in Beijing's CBD and is one of
the first professional Yoga clubs in Chaoyang District. As the
first Chinese partner for Indian Yoga Institute, we inherit the
classic Yoga programs of India and offer a double of Yoga courses,
including high temperature yoga certification course and complimentary
yoga coach certification course. Address: 01 Building, Digital
Plaza, 12 C, Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. TEL (8610)
6506 8641 |
Relocations |
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Chuanjun
Home Moving & Freight Co.
A professional home moving and freight moving provider in Beijing,
we have many vehicles of different types and a group of dedicated
staff. We offer free cardboard boxes and help you dismantle or install
furniture, move air conditioners, pianos and house keeping. All
our staff are well trained and ready to serve you with great enthusiasm.
Starting price: RMB200 for individual; RMB240 for business. Luxury
package: RMB1088/Economical Package: RMB888. Hotline: (8610) 8277
2499
Move Around Town With Little Red Hat
We are specialized in individual home moving, office moving, personal
articles packaging, equipment moving, storage and air conditioner
moving and installation. Currently we have more than 100 trucks
of different types and up to 600 skillful employees. With branches
spread across town, we are able to offer you the most convenient
and considerate service to you. RMB1200 for Luxury Package, including
packaging, dismantling and installing of furniture, arrangement
of new home and more. RMB1000 for Economical Package. RMB220 for
individual; RMB240 for companies. For details please call (8610)
6289 0110
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Jobs |
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| Check
for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Development
Director Wanted at Beijing City International School (BCIS)
Beijing City International School (BCIS) is an independent, co-educational
day school offering an international curriculum (IB) from Nursery
to Grade 12. With the rapid growth of the school, we are now looking
for an experienced and competent Development Director to join
our dynamic team. The Development Director is responsible for
the whole school Admissions and Marketing. We encourage you to
visit BCIS web: http://www.bcis.cn/staff/current_vacancy.html
for further information for this position.
Full-time Math
And Science Teacher Wanted
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. |
Services |
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| International
Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial,
Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting
& financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting:
Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth
Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation,
Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management:
Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business
Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com
Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel:
+86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425,
Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
Zhongbao
Beijing Accounting Firm
We are a professional accounting company offering high-tech enterprise
certification, audit, foreign companies' financial audit and income
tax audit, annual audit, internal audit and financial enterprise
audit, tax consulting and accounting service. Service charge:
RMB6 per thousand yuan for project worth less than RMB1 million,
RMB2.5 per thousand yuan for project worth RMB1 million to RMB10
million. Address: 3F, No.1 Office Building, 12 Guanghua Road,
Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL (8610) 6506 8641
Greatrans
Greatrans is one of the leading translation companies in China,
providing high quality translation services. We are headquartered
in Beijing with branch office in Nanjing. We have professional
and conscientious translators with over 10 years of translation
experience in various fields and project managers to supervise
the translation process for each case from assignment to translation
to proofreading and final read-through. While we are seeking for
high quality, timeliness is another important aspect of our service,
for the benefit your needs. We believe that successful delivery
of translation tasks is borne of a partnership between Greatrans
and you, our client. For details about us call (8610) 5869 7383
Zhiying
Zhijia Mother & Baby Care Center
As a professional mother and baby care provider, we provide a
whole range of services for pregnant women, lying-in woman, new-born
babies. We have a group of senior consultants and a group of experienced
staff who can help you take care of your home affairs, your babies
and the lying-in women. All our staff are well trained and have
health certificate with them. Besides, we have special personnel
to keep track of the families we serve to ensure that our quality
service is duly delivered to them. Choose us, you choose professional
service! Hotline: (8610) 6753 9352 Address: Room 102, Unit 2,
No. 6 Building, Xinghe Chengyuan, Nansanhuan, Beijing |
Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exhibitions |
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The
11th China International Machine Toll Exhibition
April 6-11, China International Exhibition Center New Hall TEL
(8610) 8048 9108
2009 China
Beijing Spring Real Estate Fair
April 8-12, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6590 7766 ext. 736
2009 Beijing International Baking, Beverage, Starch
And Food Processing & Packaging Equipment Exhibition
April 8-10, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
The 16th International Advertisement New Media,
New Technology, New Equipment And New Material Fair
April 8-11, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
The 7th China International Scientific Instrument
& Lab Equipment Exhibition
April 9-11, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6677
2009 China Golf Exposition
April 10-12, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6502 5798
Unnatural
This themed exhibitions aims to have people think about ecology
and sustainability.
April 17-29, Beijing Center for the Arts TEL (8610) 6559 8008
Equality Of All Substance-Zhou Jinhua's Solo Exhibition
April 5-May 15, Gallery Beijing Space TEL (8610) 8459 9304
Ji Xiang
Works of Cao Peilun, Hong Hao, Shi Xinji, Su Xinping and Yang
Hongwei are on the show.
March 15-May 20, Aye Gallery TEL (8610) 8422 1726
Blue And White-Isolated
Featuring oil painting works of Na Wei.
April 11-May 9, New Age Gallery TEL (8610) 8422 1726
Pang Maokun's Solo Exhibition
The works of Pang Maokun, dean of the Oil Painting Department
of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, are on the show.
March 7-April 14. Mountain Art-Beijing Linzheng Art Space TEL
(8619) 5978 9558
Kang Haitao Solo Exhibition
Born in Chongqing in 1976, Kang is a graduate of the Oil Painting
Department of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute.
March 20-April 19. PIFO New Art Studios TEL (8610) 6431 1758
Xu Beihong Art Exhibition
March 9-April 10. Yanhuang Art Museum TEL (8610) 6491 2902
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Theater &
Performances |
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Contemporary
Dance & Ballet: Stirred From A Dream
A production of the Beijing Contemporary Dance Theater, this is
a fresh modern ballet interpretation of the Ming Dynasty Classic
Peony Pavillion with breathtaking choreography and stagecraft. Tickets
selling for RMB50-280.
7:30pm, April 8-12. TNT at Chaoyang The Nine Theater TEL (8610)
8599 1188
Drama: Royal Tramp
Tickets selling for RMB60-580.
7:30pm, April 8-12. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 2071
Su Yang Beijing Concert
Su Yang is a native of Zhe Jiang province born in 1969. Started
his own band "Su Yang" in 2003, Su Yang has been nominated
for best band and best folk rock artist of the seventh Chinese
music media award, Shanghai World Expo modern art performance
and Lijian Snow Mountain music festival. Tickets selling for RMB60-120.
8:30pm, April 9. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
2009 French Film Festival Presentation
Tickets selling for RMB40.
7:30pm, April 9-12. Star City Cinema TEL (8610) 8518 5804
Xu Wei 2009 Beijing Concert
Born in a normal family in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, Xu Wei is
one of the most popular rock musicians in the Mandarin music arena.
Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, April 10. Workers Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6417 7845 (tickets)
Forever Love-Violin Concert By Sheng Zhongguo
Tickets selling for RMB100-680.
7:30pm, April 10. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
"Dragon Dance"-A Rehearsal Performance
By The China Broadcasting Traditional Orchestra
The China Broadcasting Traditional Orchestra present this performance
to Chinese audience right before they leaves for the Italian International
Music Festival. Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, April 10. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Beethoven Cycle
By Jean-Efflam Bavouzet. Tickets selling for RMB30-600.
7:30pm, April 10. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Lee Cooper Rock Show-"I Love Film" Classic
Film Songs Party
Tickets selling for RMB40-60.
7:30pm, April 10. Mao Live House TEL (8610) 6402 5080
Peking Opera: Legend of White Snake
This classic Chinese novel is performed on stage in the form of
Peking Opera. Tickets selling for RMB100-280.
7:30pm, April 10. PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 1278
2009 French Film Festival Presentation
Tickets selling for RMB30.
7:30pm, April 10-12. Sun Dong An Cinema City TEL (8610) 6528 1988
Red Bulldozer Release Party
This party is held to help those blind children from poverty-stricken
families. Tickets selling for RMB60/70.
7:30pm, April 10-11. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Bosendorfer-Concert by Chamber Orchestra of Vienna
Konservatorium
Tickets selling for RMB60-580. 7:30pm, April 11. Poly Theatre
TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
We Live-Chang Kuan 2009 Solo Concert
Tickets selling for RMB100/200.
7:30pm, April 12. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Huang Nansong Piano Recital
Born in 1993, Huang Nansong has been acclaimed as a musical prodigy.
Huang will perform in Beijing this week. Tickets selling for RMB20-150.
7:30pm, April 12. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
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Monday,
April 6, 2009
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DragonForce Live In Beijing
DragonForce, an English Grammy-nominated power metal band formed
in 1999 in London which are known for fast guitar solos and fantasy-based
lyrics, will be in Beijing.
11pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
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,
April 7, 2009
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French Tuesday
Dress code: business suit for men and casual dresses for women.
China Doll TEL (8610) 5136 5872 ext 111
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,
April 8, 2009
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Ladies' Wine Night
Every Wednesday night from 7pm till 10pm is our Wine Night for
ladies. Come enjoy the five-course red wine for RMB228 per person.
Domus TEL (8610) 8511 8015
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,
April 9, 2009
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Mick Boogie
9pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Su Yang Beijing Concert
8:30pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
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,
April 10, 2009
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Paul Oakenfold
10pm-5am. GT Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
Xu Wei 2009 Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Workers Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6417 7845 (tickets)
Swing Out With Beijing Big Band
9pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
Forever Love-Violin Concert By Sheng Zhongguo
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
"Dragon Dance"-A Rehearsal Performance
By The China Broadcasting Traditional Orchestra
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Beethoven Cycle
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Lee Cooper Rock Show-"I Love Film" Classic
Film Songs Party
7:30pm. Mao Live House TEL (8610) 6402 5080
Peking Opera: Legend of White Snake
7:30pm. PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 1278
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,
April 11, 2009
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Hip Hop DJ HCUE
Hip Hop DJ HCUE comes to Bling Club All Star, also featuring Bling's
superstar resident DJ Keza. RMB50/RMB30 for presale. Free entry
before 11pm. 9pm-2am, April 11. Bling Club All Star, call 1381
055 7239 for details.
Bosendorfer-Concert By Chamber Orchestra of Vienna
Konservatorium
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 545
Sunday, April
12, 2009
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Swing Out With Beijing Big Band
9pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
We Live-Chang Kuan 2009 Solo Concert
7:30pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Huang Nansong Piano Recital
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
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
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R&B
Night-Jacob & John
This is a night that features a combination of Chinese classic and
the American Hip Hop culture. This is an elegant and spectacular
R'n B night in Beijing. 9pm-2am, April 17. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610)
6500 3377
DJ Spider
DJ Spider became well known in June 2006 after he won the silver
prize of Decks hosted by BPM magazine. Since then he has quickly
risen to fame and now he has become a premier DJ for various events
and activities. Come to have a good time with him at 9pm-2am,
April 24. Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
The 2nd Beijing Modern Dance Week
The Second Beijing Modern Dance Week will be held on April 15-19
at Oriental Pioneer Theatre. Tickets will be selling at RMB40
and RMB80. For details please call (8610) 6559 7394
Defected In The House Come To China
Many people think ATFC is a group, and considering his success
you'd be forgiven for thinking so. ATFC is one man, Aydin, with
three UK top forty hits, a successful independent label Onephatdeeva,
a full on DJ schedule, reputation for consistently delivering
quality remixes. RMB70 presale, RMB100 at door. 10pm-5am, April
17. Tango Club, call 136 8333 4144 for reservation or more info.
China Outbound Travel and Tourism Mart
Come to meet suppliers of outbound travel products. April 22-24.
China World Trade Center TEL (8610) 6505 2288
Bass Odyssey
A night of Reggae, Dub, Drum & Bass and Dubstep. After 3 years
of contribution to Beijing's music scene, the Syndicate's DJ Mael
throws down his final dance, inviting France's acclaimed Dub live
act Liquid Wicked, alongside all his Beijing musical companions,
for an explosive cocktail of all the music genres he's been pushing
in China. RMB60. 10pm, Saturday, April 25. White Rabbit TEL (86)
135 2126 3552
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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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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
Junior Soccer Coaching
FA-qualified coaches teach soccer skills in a fun environment
to boys and girls aged 4 to 18 of all playing levels! Beginners
are welcome, and classes run at 18 venues across Beijing
afterschool and at weekends. Sign up in March for Spring
programmes kicking off in early April! Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn,
mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com,
or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for full details.
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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