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Seminar: "Understanding Options - An Exotic but Elegant Tool for Financial Planning" - May 20, 6:30pm
Join us for an informative seminar where Professor Suresh Govindaraj explains the potential of derivatives and how to incorporate Options into your own financial planning. RMB200. 6:30pm. Regus Conference Centre: (8610) 5877 1706; www.rutgers.asia

Rutgers Executive MBA Open House in Beijing - May 19th, 6:30pm

Invitation to the Corporate Travel Seminars at ITE MICE 2009

Best Buffet Deals at Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park

Join Market Research Survey to Help Charity in China

An Evening with Chef Martin Yan at Marco Polo Hotel Shenzhen

The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• China To Host 2010 World Tourism Day
• BOC Releases 2008 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
• CDC Software Signs Acquisition Term Sheet With Informance
• Approach For Travel Agency Liability Insurance
• Beijing Encourages Retailers To Set Up Online Stores
• Sybase Gains Chinese Database Security Certification
• China Resources Vanguard Acquires Wuxi Yong'an Supermarket

"Meetings Made Easy" Package from RMB468
Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing offers 477 well-designed guest rooms including 39 suites, featuring the very best facilities and plenty of room to relax. Choose from our flexible and innovative packages or choose from our extensive a la carte menu. Our wide range of facilities, ranging from well-equipped meeting rooms to function rooms and the Crowne Ballroom, enables us to customize our service to ensure that your function is a complete triumph. Simply call our Sales team now and we'll take care of the rest. Simply quote "Meetings Made Easy" Package when contacting our Crowne Meetings Team. Tel: (8610) 8498 2288; Fax: (8610) 8499 2933; E-mail: rsvn.cppvbj@ihg.com; www.crowneplaza.com/meeting

GMB Triple B Package
Superior - RMB888+15% per room per night, inclusive of 1 daily breakfast; Deluxe - RMB988+15% per room per night, inclusive of 1 daily breakfast; Executive Club - RMB1188+15% pe room per night, with Full Club benefits; 2nd person breakfast supplement will be additional of RMB100 for all the above rooms category. Validity - with immediate to August 31, 2009. Contact Line: (8610) 8587 6888 - 5888.

Deluxe Promotion at Hotel Kunlun
This May, 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 31 May 2009. Vouchers valid from 1 May 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

Weekday Promotion of Resort Cluster at OCT East Shenzhen
1 night accommodation at Interlaken OCT Hotel starts from RMB1788 net, including Tea Stream Valley, Tea Show & SPA admissions and breakfast | 1 night accommodation at The Mahayana OCT Boutique Hotel starts from RMB1588 net, including Tea Stream Valley and breakfast | 1 night accommodation at Parkview O•City Hotel starts from RMB988 net, including Tea Stream Valley, SPA admissions and breakfast | 1 night accommodation at Aqua OCT Boutique Hotel starts from RMB1388 net, including Knight Valley admission and breakfast | Only valid on weekdays (from Sunday to Thursday), valid thru June 30th | 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

Celebrating 25 Years of Defining Global Living at Somerset ZhongGuanCun, Beijing
Located in the heart of Beijing's prime high technology zone, also known as China's Silicon Valley, close to the Beijing Olympic Village, the Tsinghua, Renmin and Peking universities, Haidian Theatre and Medical Centre. The balanced and enriching lifestyle provided by the residence is ideal for executives and their families. Join us in our 25th Anniversary celebrations with special rates and promotions starting 1 April 2009! Enjoy 25% off Best Available Rates; Enjoy 1 FREE night for every month's stay; Refer a guest and be rewarded with free nights；Enjoy Grand Lucky Draw - 25 Years with Ascott. For details check at http://www.somerset.com/en/china/beijing/somerset_zhongguancun.html; China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com

The Heat is on. Reward Yourself.
The heat is on. Reward yourself from RMB 1700 per person per night. Embrace relaxation, invigoration and renewal. Package includes complimentary upgrade to a renewal room, full buffet breakfast on us, 60 min Chinese massage, and one relaxing Bathologist treatment. A holistic summer package to renew your mind, body and soul at The Westin Beijing Financial Street. This exclusive offer is valid until 30 September 2009 subject to 15% service charge. Terms and conditions apply. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com

Brand 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

Vandalism
Vandalism are hard on the heels of their buzz'd debut Girls & Boys, a track championed by the hard-to-please club DJ elite as "sinister" and "killer". Never Say Never takes no prisoners with its aggressive electro house stance and you just may like it better if you don't sleep on it. Call the cops now, Vandalism will destroy your neighborhood clubs! 10pm-2am, Friday, May 22. Coco Banana TEL (8610) 6552 6969

Mini Skirts & Sexy Heels Party
Mini skirts, hot pants & bra top etc. Free admission for the right dress code before mid night; Men: - Smart casual. (NO sleeper or flip flop for both sexes). Advance booking strongly recommended. May 22. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377

Beijing Electronic Music Festival
Three stages, 15 hours, 20 artists, 10000 people, 46000s.q.m. open-air plaza-China's First Electronic Music Festival will be held on May 23, 2009 when world-renowned electronic DJs, producers, and visual artists will join forces with local artists at "Intro 2009". The breathtaking line-up promises mind-blowing performances on two stages, and features over 20 top-notch DJs/VJs including Chris Liebing, M.A.N.D.Y. Philipp, Italoboyz, and Shin Nishimura. May 23, D-Park TEL (8610) 8591 1014

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) 6552 8888

BaiCai Special Label Festival: Circus Company
Circus is coming to town! Sizzling hot electronic music label Circus Company will kick-off BaiCai's series of label nights at Club Tango. Label boss Sety and Circus Company darling Oleg Poliakov are on the djing duty while the dOP trio will put the club on fire with their trademark live act. RMB50 presale, RMB80 at door. 10pm-4am, May 22. Tango Club TEL (8610) 6428 2288

For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.

Ugly Duckling
The three-member California band comes to Beijing! Since 1993, Ugly Duckling has released a lot of classic hip hop music and been on a world wide tour of six years. Their famous pieces include "Turn It Up", "Little Samba", "Eye On The Gold Chain" to name just a few. RMB100 presale, including a drink. 8:30pm, May 23 Club LA TEL (8610) 6552 9998

Africa Day
To celebrate African Liberation Day and the African Unions's Africa Day, join MITABE, the Ras Ethiopian Dancers and DJs S-Press, Sinvu and O.P. for a night of live African music and dance. RMB50/RMB30 for presale. 9pm, May 22. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

MXPX China Tour
American pop and punk band comes on their China tour. Don't miss it. Tickets are RMB250 at door, RMB180 for presale and RMB580 for VIP. 8pm, May 22. MAO Livehouse. Please contact (8610) 6402 5080 for details.

For more info about above events, please visit www.98street.com.

Hangzhou Cuisine at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Hangzhou food is major style of Zhejiang cuisine, which is one of the eight major Chinese cooking styles. Applauded for its tenderness, freshness and crispness, Zhejiang cuisine is best represented by Hangzhou dishes which is a welcome relief from the greasy dishes. Hangzhou cuisine is the most distinctive of the Zhejiang sub-groups with its elaborate preparation and wide variety of cooking techniques. The dishes are not only delicious in taste and but also extremely elegant in appearance. Our Guest chefs from Hangzhou are all set to cook up fresh flavors in YueFengGe for this spring. Time: Lunch 11:30AM-14:30PM; Dinner 17:30PM-22:00PM; Venue: Yue Feng Ge; Lobby Level of Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing. Tel: (8610) 8498 2288 ext 6181.

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.

Family Sunday Lobster Brunch
Hotel Kunlun unveils Skyline Cafe's Family Sunday Lobster Brunch Buffet. Spotlighting the Cafe's signature fresh lobster, and accompanied by live music, Hotel Kunlun's Sunday Brunch is a great treat for kids! Movies, video games, clay, drawing boards, balloon-twisting, magic, and figurine-making, will wow kids all afternoon! Price: RMB228+15% per person (with free flow of soft drinks); RMB298+15% per person (with free flow of sparkling wine, red and white wine, cocktails, draft beer, and soft drinks). Half price for children under 1.2 meters. Tel: (8610) 6590 3229.

Dragon Boat Festival
Dragon Boat Festival, also called Duanwu, is a celebration on the fifth day of the fifth month in the Chinese calendar. It is therefore also called "Double fifth". Join us for a lunch or dinner at our Dragon Palace restaurant from May 12 to May 28 to discover Hong Kong Chef So Soon Kim's "Zong Zi" rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves. Thank you for being our guest! For every 500 RMB spend in the restaurant during your visit you will receive a voucher of 100 RMB, valid for your next visit at our authentic Cantonese restaurant. Opening Hours:11:30am to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 10:00pm. For reservations please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext 4108 or e-mail us at restaurant.beijing@kempinski.com

Experience the Award Winning 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, juice 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!

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

Dishuihu Nature Reserve
Located in Xiawan Village of Qianjiadian Town, Dishuihu Nature Reserve features deep valley and narrow gorges, competing peaks and luxuriant forests which together form amazing scenery to tourists. Besides, there are many strange caverns and holes on the mountain, with caves in caves, and lakes in caves. You won't miss to visit Dishuihu is you like to explore and adventure. How to reach: by No. 919 bus to Yanqing, or take No. 916 bus to Yanqing then change to another bus to Dongmao. By cars: go along the Badaling Expressway and straight to Yanting. Ticket price: RMB25 per person. TEL (8610) 6018 4471

Get Discounted Air Service With Beijing Feiyan
Beijing Feiyan Air Service is a major agent engaged in air ticket selling. We have signed with a large number of domestic and foreign airlines and established long-term relations with them so we can offer the best price for you. At present, the United States-China Summer Special Offers are available: Beijing-San Francisco/Los Angeles roundtrip: RMB3600; Beijing-New York roundtrip: RMB4200; Beijing-Chicago roundtrip: RMB4900. Note: all the prices do not include tax and effective for six months. TEL (8610) 6404 7216

Your Personal European Travel Expert
As the sole agent of Tallink Siljia cruise and DFDS cruise in China, we are devoted to providing tourism service to northern European countries. We offer services like introduction to the northern European countries, classic routes, scenery introduction and visa application etc. For details about us, please call (8610) 6446 5257 or fax (8610) 6446 5223. You can also visit us at Room 607, Block A, Xintiandi, 1 A, Xibahe Nanlu, Chaoyang District.

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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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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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ChinaESL
ChinaESL is a professional recruiter and visa service company for foreigners based in Beijing. We have always kept good relationships with our foreign clients as well as with the schools, and enjoyed a good reputation in the industry. TEL (8610) 6656 2633 (Xicheng District Headquarters) TEL (8610) 6570 2931 (Chaoyang headquarters)

Beijing Century Sunshine Home Service
Beijing Century Sunshine Home Services Ltd. is a professional and large-scale domestic service provider. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to providing scientific, professional and standard domestic services. We take strict measures in staff recruitment, training, induction, management and other aspects to ensure that all our staff have a good service attitude and service skills. Our main services are: Nannies, child-rearing, cleaning workers, cooking and other hourly workers. Address: 2A, No. 3 Building, Hua Ao Center, No. 31 Zizhuyuan Road, Haidian District. TEL (8610) 6845 4005

Yingke Law Firm
As one of the most exciting international law firms, we excel in providing business and commercial-related legal services to enterprises. We are based in Mainland China, but have a broad international clientele. We provide high-level services to local and international clients with an efficient, professional spirit as the aim of our practice. Address: 5th Floor, Tower C, Dacheng International Center, No. 76, East 4th Ring Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5962 6911

Beijing Playhouse presents Romeo and Juliet.
China's English Broadway theatre brings Shakespeare's classic Romeo and Juliet to Beijing from May 8 to 31. Love, romance...and a little bit of humor. That's what makes this Shakespeare's most popular show of all time fun for the whole family. Presented at the performance space at Block 8 at the West Gate of Chaoyang park. Tickets: performance@beijingplayhouse.com or 137 1892 8922.

Concert On Chopin Piano Works And Chinese Works
Featuring pianist Li Man. Tickets selling for RMB60-380.
7:30pm, May 18. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Peking Opera Performance: Yang Family Of Generals
This performance is done to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Peking Opera master Yang Baosei. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 18. NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Breathing Rhythm-Saxophone Concert
Ticket selling for RMB80.
7:30pm, May 18. Penghao Theater TEL (8610) 6400 6472

Concert: Forever Teresa Teng
Tickets selling for RMB180-1680.
7:30pm, May 18-19. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127

Trio Di Clarone
Formed in 1983 by Sabine Meyer, her brother Wolfgang and the clarinet player Reiner Wehle, Trio Di Clarone is a popular group that have made regular concert appearances in Germany and many other European countries as well as the U.S.A, Africa, Japan and China. Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, May 20. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Mummenschanz
Presented by Amazing Swiss Mime Theatre as part of the tour in China. Tickets selling for RMB80-600.
7:30pm, May 20-22. PLA Opera House TEL (8610) 65231455

Thibault Cauvin Guitar Concert
Thibault Cauvin is a young but definitely one of the most talented, charismatic and demanded guitarist from Paris. He has been traveling the world with his guitar, all year long, invited by the most prestigious festivals and concerts hall and now he stops in Beijing. Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, May 21. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

French Modern Hiphop Dance: Small Story.com
Tickets selling for RMB10-120.
7:30pm, May 21. PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 8452

Concert By German Brass Ensemble
German Brass is a brass ensemble founded 1974 as Brass Quintet by Enrique Crespo. German Brass covers all styles: from classical to bossa nova, from serious to entertaining. Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
4:30pm, May 21-22. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Multimedia Drama: FunTazi
By Black Theatre from Israel. Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, May 21-23. NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Pole Dance Drama: X Fantasy
Tickets selling for RMB30/50.
7:30pm, May 21-23. Penghao Theater TEL (8610) 6400 6472

Opera: Turandot
This is the NCPA version of Puccini's classics. Tickets selling for RMB100-880.
7:30pm, May 21-24. NCPA Opera House TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Peter Ritzen China Tour
Belgium pianist Peter Ritzen is coming for a tour performance in China. Tickets selling for RMB60-880.
7:30pm, May 22. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026

Drama: The Cherry Orchard
Directed by Lin Zhaohua. Lin is a skilled director of the prestigious Beijing People's Art Theatre. He uses and mixes realistic and various non-illusionistic techniques. He has directed approximately seventy productions covering a broad range of styles and theatrical genres, from naturalistic to avant-garde, and from modern drama, to opera, to traditional Chinese theatres. Tickets selling for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, May 22-26. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6500 1188 ext 5126/5127

The 4th Beijing Ninegates Jazz Festival 2009
Tickets selling for RMB30-280.
7:30pm, May 22-24. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Opera: The Flying Dutchman
The Flying Dutchman is a romantic German opera by Richard Wagner. The drama is presented by China National Symphony Orchestra. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 23. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Fabia Jingrui Xin-Planet Music Beijing Concert
Ticket selling for RMB180-1200.
7:30pm, May 23. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6840 5660

The Flying Dutchman-Concert On Wagner's Opera
By China National Symphony Orchestra. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, May 23. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Ennio Morricone Film Music Concert
Tickets selling for RMB200-1600.
7:30pm, May 23. Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6608 1188

Musical: Butterflies
"Butterflies" is a brand new way of expressing Liang Zhu and the traditional Chinese legend "Butterfly Lover". Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, May 23-24. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455

Classical Children's Chorus: Tomorrow Is Better
Tickets selling for RMB20-150.
7:30pm, May 24. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846

Monday, May 18, 2009
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Pub Quiz
Come test your brain with our wine specials all night.
7:30pm. The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507

Concert On Chopin Piano Works And Chinese Works
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Peking Opera Performance: Yang Family Of Generals
7:30pm. NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Breathing Rhythm-Saxophone Concert
7:30pm. Penghao Theater TEL (8610) 6400 6472

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, May 19, 2009
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INN Coffee Mornings
Are purely social events in local cafes that allow you to get to know people who live close by, pick up a few tips and tricks from those who have been around the neighborhood awhile!
10am-12pm. Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507

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

Ladies Night
Free drinks and prizes for ladies. Free.
9pm. Bling TEL (8610) 5905 6999

Wednesday, May 20, 2009
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Trio Di Clarone
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Frank's Quiz
RMB20. 8pm. Frank's Place TEL (8610) 6437 8399

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, May 21, 2009
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Thibault Cauvin Guitar Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

French Modern Hiphop Dance: Small Story.com
7:30pm. PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 8452

Inn Coffee Morning In Shunyi
10am-12pm. O'Brien's TEL (8610) 6450 8588

Wino Thursday
For just RMB30 you can try a glass of authentic French wine. Free.
7pm. La Baie Des Anges TEL (8610) 6657 1605

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 22, 2009
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Drum Concert
RMB80/100. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Vandalism
10pm-2am. Coco Banana TEL (8610) 6552 6969

Mini Skirts & Sexy Heels Party
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377

DJ James Zabiela
9pm-2am. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

Peter Ritzen China Tour
7:30pm. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026

BaiCai Special Label Festival: Circus Company
10pm-4am. Tango Club TEL (8610) 6428 2288

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 23, 2009
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R.S.I (Rappers Still Infamous) Beijing Concert
Tickets selling for RMB60/80. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Beijing Electronic Music Festival
D-Park TEL (8610) 8591 1014

Opera: The Flying Dutchman
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Fabia Jingrui Xin-Planet Music Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6840 5660

The Flying Dutchman-Concert On Wagner's Opera
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Ennio Morricone Film Music Concert
7:30pm. Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6608 1188

The Return Of DJ Mixwell
Bling Club All Star TEL 138 1055 7239

Don't Stop My Music-Tong Yang Band's Special Session.
RMB50. 8pm. 13Club TEL (8610) 8668 7151

Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456

Sunday, May 24, 2009
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Classical Children's Chorus: Tomorrow Is Better
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846

Sunday Solid Gold
Every Sunday nite, we take you back to the Disco of 90's, 80's, 70's and more. Advance booking recommended.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377

Buy One Get One Free Sundays
All drinks buy one get one free at the counter (imported wines and discounted drinks excluded. Spend RMB10000 and get 24 bottles of selected imported wines, spend RMB5000 to get ten bottles of specified wines.
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333

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