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| Rutgers
Seminar: "Marketing in an Economic Downturn: Opportunities
& Challenges" - April 15, 6:30pm
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to interact closely with
Prof. Sharan Jagapl as he leads this discussion in a Q&A format.
Be prepared for a lively and provocative session! RMB200. 6:30pm.
Regus Conference Centre: (8610) 5877 1706; www.rutgers.asia
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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
Business
Package at Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
Well located in the Hongqiao Business District, proximate to
downtown and Hongqiao Airport, Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
is ideal for both business trip and family vacation. From now
to May 31 2009, weekend rates start from only RMB538 net per
night with complimentary internet access, gym center, free parking.
From now to Dec. 31, 2009, Meeting Package is from RMB 280 plus
15% surcharge per person per day for minimum 10 persons, including
one meeting room, one working lunch & two coffee breaks
and meeting sign board arrangements. For further information,
please dial (8621) 51533300 ext. 3502. Email: sales8@grandmercure-hongqiao-shanghai.com
Deluxe Promotion at Hotel
Kunlun
This April, receive a RMB 200 voucher, as well as complimentary
Afternoon Tea Buffet for two, when you reserve a Premier Deluxe
Room! Hotel Kunlun's spacious Premier Deluxe Rooms measure 44
square meters in size, and boast contemporary restrooms that
include separate bath and shower facilities, as well as LCD
television screens. Carefully selected furnishings and amenities
complete these sleek yet comfortable rooms. Promotion Period:
1 to 30 April 2009. Vouchers valid from 1 April to 31 December
2009. To reserve a room, kindly contact: (8610) 6590 3473 or
mailto: res@hotelkunlun.com.
Hotel Kunlun reserves the right to amend all terms & conditions
without prior notice.
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
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
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
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.
Hot
Pot 15
For the Beijing revelers who are tired of hearing the same commercial
hip hop and/or house tracks over and over night after night, HOTPOT
brings together an eclectic crowd united by the noble goals of
zoomma-zoom-zoom'ing. Mixing it up from Golden Era hip hop to
funk to rock n' roll to mashups and electro, HOTPOT is already
Beijing's first world-class party for music lovers' with world-class
booty, jiggling to exclusive tracks from New York to Berlin. RMB60
includes a drink. 8pm-2am, April 17. 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 in the most authentic Cantonese Dim Sum, freshly
steamed & prepared by our Hong Kong Chef, order from A La
Carte, for just CNY128 net per person! Get a 10% early-bird discount
when paying bill before 12:30pm. 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.
Lobster
Anyone? Meet Me Tonight and All Other Nights at the Kranzler's
Buffet
Succulent lobster, prawns, crab and a selection of top-grade
meats are grilled to perfection at our Live Buffet. Before and
after your maincourse, choose your favourite dish from a large
array of starters, sushi, soups, desserts, a fine cheese board
and delicious Hagen-Dasz ice creams. Full Buffet RMB 248.00, Starter
& Salad only RMB 118.00, Dessert buffet only RMB 78.00. New
at Kranzlers! To round off your dining experience we offer great
selected wines - try them all at RMB 98.00 only (also available
for a la carte diners). Open daily from 5:30pm to 10:00pm. For
reservation and information, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext.
4105. Prices are per person in RMB and subject to 15% surcharge.
The
Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing Health to the Max Promotion
Summer is here! It's time to stop feeling tired and boost
up your system from the cold winter! The Marco Polo Parkside,
Beijing highly recommends you to enjoy and feel the vital effects
of the seasonal healthy special drinks. Fresh Papaya Juice with
Milk will take you to a sensory journey and give you exotic summer
vibes. Fresh Strawberry with Cranberry Juice and the Marco Punch
among many other seasonal healthy special drinks are waiting for
you! Take your health to the max and enjoy the seasonal healthy
special drinks in the lively Lobby Lounge! Start your healthy
lifestyle now! Open from 09:00 to 01:00. For reservations and
further information, please contact (8610) 5963 6688 ext. 6427.
Lobby Lounge, Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing 1/F, No. 78 Anli Road,
Chaoyang District, Beijing.
InspiRED
Sunday Bubbly Brunch
The Westin Beijing Financial Street elevates their guest experience
with the inspiRED Sunday Bubbly Brunch. Be greeted by a sea of
red decorations in and around an even more extensive buffet featuring
gastronomic delights from all over the world. Donate RMB 15 to
receive a free flow of varying red cocktails. All proceeds will
go towards the “UNICEF check out for children” program to help
immunize children in developing countries. 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 and be inspiRED!
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Travel Information |
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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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Etonkids
International and Bilingual Kindergartens
Etonkids International/Bilingual kindergartens have campuses in
Beijing, Shanghai, and throughout China. Our pre-schools combine
world-class kindergarten education with the finest bilingual preschool
instruction available in China. Certified English speaking kindergarten
teachers, Montessori preschool education practices, modern facilities,
and a warm nurturing preschool environment foster your child's
development. Experience the Etonkids Advantage with a free trial
at campus near you! www.etonkids.com
Tel: 400-818-9098.
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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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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Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting
& financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting:
Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth
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Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management:
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Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com
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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
4th Beijing International Swimming Pool & Bathing SPA Exhibition
2009
April 14-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
The 10th China (Beijing) International Lighting
Appliance Exhibition
April 14-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0223
The 10th China International Environmental-friendly
Water Processing, Desulfurization And Denitrification, Solid Waste
Processing, Liquid Pump & Gas Technology, Gas Station Equipment
Exposition
April 15-17, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6502 5798
2009 China International Logo Exhibition
April 15-17, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6677
Next Generation Network Communications Exhibition
April 15-17, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6677
China International Gallery Exposition 2009 (CIGE
2009)
April 16-19, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6590 7766 ext. 736
High-end Properties Exhibition
April 17-19, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6502 5798
"Color Ink Life"-Pan Yihang Solo Exhibition
The latest works of artist Pan Yihang is on the show. This is
the first time that Pan's works is shown in Beijing.
April 8-15, Art Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy TEL (8610)
6507 1285
Photo Exhibit: Differences Between Men And Women
April 4-May 30, Paris-Beijing Photo Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9263
Game Of Acting The Fool II
Featuring artists Chen Fei, Deng Jianjin, Guo Jin, Huang Jun,
Jiang Heng, Jia Gang and more.
April 4-June 3, Gallery TN TEL (8610) 5978 9550
"Beautiful And Intelligent"
This oil painting exhibition showcases works of Wang Xunsheng,
Wei Shaodong, Bo Yun, Wu Xueli and Zhang Yongping.
April 7-24. Creation Art Gallery TEL (8610) 8561 7570
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
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Theater &
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Kungfu
Opera & Comedy: One Leg After Another (Yi Tui You Yi Tui)
In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB60-580.
7:30pm, April 14-16. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026
2009 Concert Of Seiji Ozawa Ongaku-juku
Tickets selling for RMB100-480.
7:30pm, April 15. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6526 1476
The 2nd Annual Beijing Dance Festival
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.
7:30pm, April 15-19. Oriental Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6559
7394
Puccini's Opera: Tosca
Tosca is a three-act opera by Giacomo Puccini. Performed by Chinese
artists with a new stage design and under the direction of CCTV
General Director Lang Ku. Tickets selling for RMB100-880.
7:30pm, April 15-18. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6526 1476
Ten Years' Brilliance-Concert Of The 10th Anniversary
of Forbidden City Concert Hall
Tickets selling for RMB50-880.
7:30pm, April 16. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Drama: True Lie
Tickets selling for RMB50-280.
7:30pm, April 16-May 10. TNT at Chaoyang The Nine Theater TEL
(8610) 8599 1188
Oliver Twist By British TNT Theatre
British TNT Theater will present "Oliver Twist", an
English-language play adapted from Charles Dickens' 1838 novel
of the same title. Founded in 1980, TNT Theatre is one of the
most famous theatres from the Great Britain. Tickets selling for
RMB80-200.
7:30pm, April 17-19. PKU Centennial Memorial Hall TEL (8610) 6275
1278
"2009 Thank You For Your Love" Hou Xian
Beijing Mini Concert
RMB40/50. 8pm, April 17. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425
5677
Xue Wei Violin Recital
Tickets selling for RMB80-500.
7:30pm, April 17. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6526 1476
Peking Opera: Suo Lin Nang
Tickets selling for RMB50-2080.
7:30pm, April 17. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Show of Magic-The Secret You'll Never Know
7:30pm, April 17. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
Romeo and Juliet-China National Symphony Orchestra
Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, April 18. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL
(8610) 6526 1476
Concert on Chinese Folk Chorus
Tickets selling for RMB50-880.
7:30pm, April 18. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Jasmine Fragrance-Concert By Feifan Nvzi
Tickets selling for RMB20-150.
7:30pm, April 18. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Rock Night With Twisted Machine
Tickets selling for RMB60/80/120.
8pm, April 18. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Zong Guan Xian Live Concert
Tickets selling for RMB280-1680.
7:30pm, April 18. Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655 ext 5033
Buyi Band 2009
Buyi Band will play at Jiangjinjiu in a night filled with music
and flowing drinks! Buyi Band's performances are different in
each place that they play. But there is no distance between you
and me in the music of Buyi Band, and this closeness creates a
mutually heated atmosphere. Come to Jiangjinjiu Bar with Buyi
Band on 18 March! Tickets selling for RMB30/40.
10pm, April 18. Jiangjinjiu TEL (8610) 8405 0124
Charity Party
Be a vegetarian and help reduce global warming. RMB50/60.
8pm, April 19. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Chanson Concert By William Sheller, France
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, April 19. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
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Weekly Calendar |
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Monday,
April 13, 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, April
14, 2009
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Dr. Feel Good & Liman
Featuring brand new cutting edge electro rock from talented pop
music producer Zeng Yu, the capital's most wanted drummer Diao
Lei and upcoming Guo Feng. RMB30.
9pm-2am. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
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
15, 2009
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The Fool-Chapter One Album Debut Release
Tickets selling for RMB40/50. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL
(8610) 6425 5677
2009 Concert Of Seiji Ozawa Ongaku-juku
7:30pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6526
1476
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 (86) 139 1098 9820
Thursday, April
16, 2009
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Ten Years' Brilliance-Concert Of The 10th Anniversary of Forbidden
City Concert Hall
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
INN Coffee Morning
Are purely social events in local cafes that allow you to get
to know people who live close by, pickup a few tips and tricks
from those who have been around the neighborhood awhile!
10am-12pm. 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, April
17, 2009
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R&B Night-Jacob & John
9pm-2am. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Defected In The House Come To China
10pm-5am. Tango Club, call 136 8333 4144 for reservation or more
info.
Hot Pot 158pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
"2009 Thank You For Your Love" Hou Xian
Beijing Mini Concert
RMB40/50. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Xue Wei Violin Recital
7:30pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6526
1476
Peking Opera: Suo Lin Nang
7:30pm. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
Show of Magic-The Secret You'll Never Know
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
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
18, 2009
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Romeo and Juliet-China National Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6526
1476
Concert on Chinese Folk Chorus
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Jasmine Fragrance-Concert By Feifan Nvzi
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Rock Night With Twisted Machine
8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Zong Guan Xian Live Concert
7:30pm. Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655 ext 5033
Buyi Band 2009
10pm. Jiangjinjiu TEL (8610) 8405 0124
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 545
Sunday, April
19, 2009
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Charity Party
8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Chanson Concert By William Sheller, France
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
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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Upcoming Events |
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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
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
DJ Rob Swift
Born and raised in Jackson Heights, Queens, Rob Swift is a hip
hop DJ and turntablist. He is a former member of the turntablist
group The X-ecutioners as of late 2005 and as of 2006; with Mike
Patton's project Peeping Tom. April 24. Angel Club TEL (8610)
6552 8888
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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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