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 Experience
More at Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai
We make your stay even more enjoyable with a CNY 1,000 credit
which you can use towards incidentals, spa treatments, dining
in any of the Hotel's four restaurants, or even use it
to book your limousine transfers. Room rates from RMB2200 per
room night in a Deluxe room with daily breakfast for two. For
reservation, please call the Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai directly
at (8621) 6256 8888 or email to reservations.shg@fourseasons.com
 "Hot"
Spring Promotion at Grand Millennium Beijing
RMB1088 + 15% Per Room Per Night: Superior Accommodation | Daily
Breakfast for one person | Complimentary Internet Service |
Additional breakfast RMB 178+15%. Rooms & rates are subject
to availability and confirmation from hotel. 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
 Lexington
--- You Deserve It
The Lexington Shenyang Rich Gate Hotel, near the North Railway
station offers 610 oversized rooms and suites of a minimum of
55m 2 include large bathrooms with separate shower, broadband
internet access, iron and ironing board and fantastic view over
the city. The Top of Shenyang, our 28th Floor, offers a cozy
Club Lounge and our popular Skydeck Cafe. State-of-the-art meeting,
convention and fitness facilities and unparalleled Services,
complete the new place to be in Shenyang! For reservations,
please call (8624) 2259 8888 or go to www.lexingtonshenyang.cn
 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.
 Mother's
Day Appreciation Package
Spoil your Mum with a luxurious 2 night stay in a deluxe suite
at the Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing hotel inclusive of RMB 2000
of pampering at the Lotus Spa for mum, breakfast in bed, or
alternatively at the exclusive executive club, buffet dinner
with bubbly for three at the Caffe Marco for three complimentary
amenities, flower bouquet, and extra bed all inclusive for only
RMB 3,388 net,available on May 9th and May 10th inclusive. For
reservations and further information, please contact (8610)
5963 6688 ext. 7700. Address: Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing,
No. 78 Anli Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Website: www.marcopolohotels.com
 Waltz
of Spring at Interlaken
Labor Day Promotion of Resort Cluster at OCT East Shenzhen:
1 night accommodation at Interlaken OCT Hotel starts from RMB2688
net, including Tea Stream Valley, Tea Show & SPA admissions
and breakfast for two guests | 1 night accommodation at The
Mahayana OCT Boutique Hotel starts from RMB1888 net, including
Tea Stream Valley and breakfast for two guests | 1 night accommodation
at Parkview O•City Hotel starts from RMB1388 net, including
Tea Stream Valley, SPA admissions and breakfast for two guests
| Package is subject to room availability and advanced reservation
is required. Hotel reserves the right of final interpretation.
OCT East, Dameisha, Yantian District, Shenzhen. Tel: (86 755)
8888 3333; Fax: (86 755) 8888 3331; rsvn@interlakenocthotel.com;
www.interlakenocthotel.com
 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
 Weekend
Break at Shangri-La Hotel Dalian
From 25 April to 3 May 2009, enjoy your perfect Labour Day Holiday
with your entire family by staying at a newly renovated superior
room of Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian from RMB 718, including complimentary
use of broadband internet access and free use of in-door swimming
pool and fitness centre. You can not miss discovering the magic
and excitement in Kingdoms of Discovery theme park, enjoying
the cherry blossom in Long Wang Tang, Lvshun or tasting a wide
selection of fresh seafood and freshly picked strawberries and
etc.*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
 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.
 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
 Chivas
Hip Hop
On May 1, Angel Club lifts a hot hip hop tide for you, featuring
a round play of four major music genres - Hip Hop, Rock, Pop and
Jazz & Funk. Come and expect what you haven't expected. May
1, Angel Club. For details about the event, please call (8610)
6500 8888.
 Beat
Box
Beatbox is a kind of vocal percussion. Angel Club will present
a night of wonderful beatbox mixed with mainstream hip hop and
other types of fine music. Come to enjoy this first ever Beatbox
Party in China. 9pm-2am, May 2. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6500 8888
 Grand
Opening Of VIP Star Terrace
With the summer heat rolling in, Bling will be launching an opening
of its terrace and its exclusive VIP star deck which will be extremely
hot this summer. Get ready to party like stars. 9pm-2am, May 1
and May 2. Bling Club All Stars TEL (8610) 5905 6999
 Strawberry
Music Festival 2009
The Strawberry Music Festival takes place two times each year,
over the Memorial and Labor Day weekends. The festival features
a wide range of musical acts representing many different musical
genres including americana, bluegrass, swing, rock, blues and
gospel. This year the festival moves to Tongzhou in east of Beijing,
inviting 67 artists to perform on a piece of 20000 s.q.m. grassland.
Tickets: RMB80 per day, RMB180 for three days. 5am-10pm, May 1-3,
Yunhe Park, Tongzhou TEL (8610) 8085 5509
 Hot
Pot-DJ Becareful
The time-honored Hot Pot Party will come to Vics Club as part
of the club's ninth anniversary celebrations. Featuring three
times DMC champion DJ Wordy and DJ Lomang Bio from New York as
well as many others. 8:30pm till late, May 2. Vics House TEL (8610)
5293 0333
For details
about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
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 Dining Out |
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| All-You-Can-Eat
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.
 Contemporary
Carpaccio
Signore Stefano de Geronimo, our Italian Executive Sous Chef,
will introduce you to "Carpaccio". Carpaccio means thinly
sliced in Italian...and from March 12 to April 30 Beef, Tuna,
Veal, Salmon and even Strawberries will appear rather thin, but
prepared to perfection to tantalize your tastebuds. Open daily
from 11:30am to 2:00pm and 5:30pm to 10:00pm. For reservation
and information, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5707. Private
dining room available.
A
Great Mum, An Amazing Family and A Stunning Mother's Day Brunch
at Caffe Marco - Seize the Opportunity!
Mothers surely deserve the best for Mother's Day! Treat her to
Caffe Marco with your family to enjoy a sumptuous Mother's Day
Brunch on May 10th between 11:00 to15:00! Selection of European
and Traditional Chinese Delicacies, Salmon Baked in Pastry with
Saffron Sauce, European Grilled Action Station, Selection of Mom's
favorite cakes and tarts and free flow of wine, beer, juice and
soft drinks and many others. Come with 3 family members, and the
mother will dine for free. RMB188 per person only and 15% surcharge.
Children under 12 years old get a 50% discount! For reservations
and further information, please contact (8610) 5963 6688 ext.
6420. Caffe Marco, 1/F Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing, No. 78 Anli
Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing.
It's
Not Mother's Day. It's Your Mother's Day.
A day of her life. A gesture of thanks. Bring your mother to the
award winning 'inspiRED sunday bubbly brunch' on the 10 May at
The Westin Beijing Financial Street. Decorate a cake just for
her or go into a lucky draw to pamper herself at the Heavenly
Spa by Westin®. Let the day reflect your true feelings. 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, all prices are subject to a 15% service charge. To
make a reservation call (8610) 6629 7810/6629 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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 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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| Check
for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
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. |
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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
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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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Art
Beijing 2009 Contemporary Art Exposition
April 27-30, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6502 5798
The 12th China International IC Card Exposition
April 28-30, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8460 0223
Barbie Dolls World Tour Exhibition China Stop
Collection Barbie Dolls are on the show in Beijing as part of
the exhibitor's world tour.
May 1-10, South-North Square Of The China Millennium Monument
TEL (8610) 6851 3322
J.M.W. Turner Painting Exhibition
J.M.W. is one of the greatest artists from Britain. His classic
works, including "Snow Storm: Hannibal and His Army Crossing
the Alps 1812" and The Decline of the Carthaginian Empire,
are now shown in China.
April 24-June 28, China National Museum of Fine Arts TEL (8610)
6401 7076
For Your Private Enjoyment
A tour exhibition with Zhang Ying as curator. This is their Beijing
stop.
April 25-May 2, Can Art Center TEL (8610) 8286 7003
"Span"-Chinese Abstract Arts Exhibition
April 18-May 18, Beijing Jindu Art Center TEL (8610) 5130 5546
"Edge Of Knife-Reconstruction Of Leifeng
Tower"
Featuring artists Qiu Zhijie, Yang Jinsong, Chen Wei, Li Qing,
Lu Lei and more.
April 18-May 31, SZ Art Center TEL (8610) 5978 9213
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 many others.
April 4-June 3, Gallery TN TEL (8610) 5978 9550
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
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Romantic
Night-Dialogue Between Harp And Flute
Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, April 28. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Mantovani Orchestra China Tour Beijing Concert
2009
Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, April 28-29. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127
Concert By Winners from China International Violin,
Piano and Vocal Competitions
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, April 28 & 29. National Center for the Performing
Arts TEL (8610) 6526 1476
Tribute To Luciano Pavarotti-Concert By Italian
Tenor Piero Mazzocchetti
Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, April 29-30. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835
4455
Lv Yuan Concert
Themed with "Our life is full of sunshine", this concert
is held to celebrate the International Labor Day. Ticket selling
for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, April 29. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309
6156
Children's Choir On Chinese And Foreign Songs
Tickets selling for RMB50-880.
7:30pm, April 30. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Xin Act Lab: New Production
Tickets selling for RMB50/60. April 30-May 2. Peng Hao Theatre
TEL (8610) 6400 6472
Tap Dance Sensation: Celtic Legends
Irish tap shoes touch the Beijing stage again. Featuring classic
folklore, traditional music and dance and a live band. Tickets
selling for RMB80-2009.
7:30pm, April 30-May 3. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext
5126/5127
Beijing Midi Night Music Festival 2009
April 30-May 3, Star Live Concert Hall. Call (8610) 6425 5677
for details.
A Sleepless Night-Vitas 2009 Beijing Concert
Vitas is one of the most popular artists in Russia. His "beauty"
and the hit stage charisma which can conquer all men and women.
His voice has been evaluated by all mankind, and because of his
mysterious, all kinds of speculation spread as smallpox. Tickets
selling for RMB280-1880.
7:30pm, May 1. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6840 5660
Jackie Chan And His Friends Beijing Concert
Hong Kong film star Jackie Chan is to headline a star-studded
concert at Beijing's Bird's Nest stadium, the centerpiece of last
year's Olympic Games. Ticket selling for RMB100-1680.
7:30pm, May 1. National Stadium TEL (8610) 6551 3348
For Elise-Piano Masterpieces Beijing Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-698.
7:30pm, May 1. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Kun Opera: The Peony Pavilion
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, May 1. China National Peking Opera Company Experimental
Theater TEL (8610) 5851 9688/89
Puccini's Opera: La Boheme
The world premiere of the NCPA's version of the opera. Tickets
selling for RMB100-880.
7:30pm, May 1-4. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL (8610)
6526 1476
Concert By Berlin And Vienna Soloist Octet
Tickets selling for RMB100-600.
7:30pm, May 1-2, National Center for the Performing Arts TEL (8610)
6526 1476
Cross-talk
Tickets selling for RMB180-1000.
7:30pm, May 1-2. PLA Theatre TEL (8610) 8322 8498
Ballet: The Peony Pavilion
Performed by China National Ballet. Tickets selling for RMB50-600.
7:30pm, May 1-3. Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6170
Fairtale: Sister Moon
This is said to be the first musical tale for Children in China-don't
miss the chance to use it to teach your kids to be caring to others.
Tickets selling for RMB60-700.
7:30pm, May 1-3. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Kunqu Opera: Yu Zan Ji
7:30pm, May 2. China National Peking Opera Company Experimental
Theater TEL (8610) 5851 9688/89
Spirited Away-Audiovisual Symphony Concert On
Animation Works By Hayao Miyazaki And Joe Hisaishi
Tickets selling for RMB100-698.
7:30pm, May 2. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Modern Peking Opera: The Red Lantern
Featuring famous Peking opera artist Yuan Huiqin. Tickets selling
for RMB80-2080.
7:30pm, May 2. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
The Spring Of The Republic-Star-stubbed Evening
Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, May 2. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6156
To Meet Haydn-Fu Cong Piano Recital
Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, May 3. Forbidden City Music Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
"I Love You, China"-Concert On Classic
Chinese Music
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 3. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL (8610)
6526 1476
Kunqu Opera: You Yuan/Si Fan/Chu Sai
7:30pm, May 3. China National Peking Opera Company Experimental
Theater TEL (8610) 5851 9688/89
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Monday,
April 27, 2009
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Market Talk & Chinese Eats
Join INN for our "Market Talk & Chinese Eats" meeting
with Jen Lin-Liu, author of Serve the People and founder of Black
Sesame Kitchen. Coffee, Chinese tea and pastries are covered in
the admission fee of RMB40.
10am. Capital Club TEL (8610) 8486 2225 ext. 136
Happy Bubbles Night
In order to introduce & promote more for this magic bubbles,
we bring you a special promotion every Sunday, Monday & Tuesday
evening when you can Buy One Get One free for selected champagnes.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
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 28, 2009
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Romantic Night-Dialogue Between Harp And Flute
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
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
Mini Skirt Party
Featuring Hip Hop and House. Ladies in mini skirt will get unlimited
Vodka all night.
8pm till late. Night Club TEL (8610) 6501 6698
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
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Lv Yuan Concert
7:30pm. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6156
Old School Night
Come to the re-opened China Doll to experience a wonderful night
of the 70's and 80's music.
China Doll TEL (8610) 5136 5872
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 30, 2009
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Children's Choir On Chinese And Foreign Songs
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Rock Party
RMB50 for admission. Get Lucky Bar TEL (8610) 6429 9109
Champagne Night
Come to enjoy the most incredible champagne deal in Beijing. Buy
2 bottles champagne, get one free specials.
8pm-2am. Vics 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, May 1, 2009
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A Sleepless Night-Vitas 2009 Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6840 5660
Chivas Hip Hop
Angel Club TEL (8610) 6500 8888
Jackie Chan And His Friends Beijing Concert
7:30pm. National Stadium TEL (8610) 6551 3348
For Elise-Piano Masterpieces Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Grand Opening Of VIP Star Terrance
9pm-2am. Bling Club All Stars TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Kun Opera: The Peony Pavilion
7:30pm. China National Peking Opera Company Experimental Theater
TEL (8610) 5851 9688/89
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, May 2, 2009
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Kunqu Opera: Yu Zan Ji
7:30pm. China National Peking Opera Company Experimental Theater
TEL (8610) 5851 9688/89
Beat Box
9pm-2am. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6500 8888
Grand Opening Of VIP Star Terrace
9pm-2am. Bling Club All Stars TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Spirited Away-Audiovisual Symphony Concert On Animation Works
By Hayao Miyazaki And Joe Hisaishi
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Hot Pot-DJ Becareful
8:30pm till late. Vics House TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Modern Peking Opera: The Red Lantern
7:30pm. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288/1388
The Spring Of The Republic-Star-stubbed Evening
7:30pm. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6156
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 545
Sunday, May 3, 2009
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To Meet Haydn-Fu Cong Piano Recital
7:30pm. Forbidden City Music Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
"I Love You, China"-Concert On Classic Chinese Music
7:30pm. National Center for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6526
1476
Kunqu Opera: You Yuan/Si Fan/Chu Sai
7:30pm. China National Peking Opera Company Experimental Theater
TEL (8610) 5851 9688/89
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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Real
Playboy Go-Go Dancers
Get a real taste Real Playboy Go-Go Dancers. Straight from LA, California,
these four Playboy bunnies/ supermodels/ professional Go-Go Dancers
are about to take Beijing by storm and give us a real taste of LA!!
Get ready for a show unlike any other! Come and get a real taste
of LA. Only at Bling!! RMB50 per person. 9pm-2am, May 8. Bling Club
All Stars TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Glamour Night Party
Themed with Grammy Red Carpet Night, this party is specially designed
for foreign students as a part of Vics Club's ninth anniversary.
Dress code: gorgeous clothing. 8:30pm till late, May 9. Vics House
TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Pussycat Dolls New Album Launch Party
In cooperation with Universal Music, Vics Club presents PCD's
new album Dool Domination to you as part of its anniversary celebration.
Come to spend a wild party night with Pussycate Dolls. Dress Code:
as sexy and cute as a cat. Free drinks before 12am. 8pm-2am, May
13. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
DJ James Zabiela
James Zabiela is a DJ from Southampton, Britain whose signature
style is a fusion of Breakbeat and House music. DJ James Zabiela
is well known for his turntable skills, extensive use of loops
and effects, and the use of the Pioneer CDJ1000s, EFX1000 as well
as more recently using Ableton Live. 9pm-2am, May 22. Angel Club
TEL (8610)
The Return Of DJ Mixwell
BLING + Pommery Champagne presents the return of DJ Mixwell!!
The first guest DJ to ever play at BLING, with some of the most
innovative scratches and his undeniable gift to turntablism, we
just couldn't get enough of this superstar DJ. Cover: RMB50 (Free
entry before 11pm). Reservations for table bookings are highly
recommended. May 23. Bling Club All Star TEL 138 1055 7239
Two Films From Lu Yue: The Obscure/Blade
Vs. Blade
7:00pm-8:30pm will show The Obscure (Xiao Shuo) and 8:30pm-10:00pm
will be the show time for Blade Vs. Blade (Shi San Ke Pao Tong).
The screening will be followed by a Q & A session with Director
Lu Yue. RMB50/RMB30 for students. May 31. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610)
6404 2711
Beijing Auto Exhibition 2009
Admission: RMB10. May 15-18. China National Agricultural Exhibition
Hall TEL (8610) 6429 9109
Spanish Magic
Tickets selling for RMB80-1400. May 28-29, Century Theatre TEL
(8610) 6466 3311
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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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